Checklist: Deep Cleaning

(recommended for 1st time clients)

Kitchen & Dining

☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Dust and wipe all ceiling fans, light fixtures, vents, and lamps
☐ Dust all flat surfaces, shelves, and décor
☐ Dust and wipe all windowsills and frames
☐ Clean and sanitize all light switches and door handles
☐ Clean and sanitize sink, backsplash, and countertops
☐ Wipe down exteriors of small appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.)
☐ Clean interior and exterior of microwave
☐ Clean exterior of oven, range, and refrigerator
☐ Clean stovetop, including glass, burner pans, and controls
☐ Clean exterior of all cabinets and drawers
☐ Wipe and sanitize baseboards and trim
☐ Take out trash, disinfect garbage can, and replace liner
☐ Tidy counters, tables, and chairs
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors

Bedrooms

☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Dust and wipe ceiling fans, light fixtures, vents, and lamps
☐ Dust all furniture, flat surfaces, shelves, and décor
☐ Dust and wipe all windowsills and frames
☐ Clean and sanitize light switches and door handles
☐ Clean baseboards and trim
☐ Clean interior door surfaces
☐ Tidy bed, fluff pillows, and arrange throw blankets
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors

Bathrooms

☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Clean all mirrors and glass surfaces
☐ Clean and sanitize light switches and door handles
☐ Dust and wipe ceiling fan, light fixtures, and vents
☐ Dust and wipe all windowsills and frames
☐ Clean and wipe shower, tub, door, and faucets
☐ Clean hardware — towel racks, toilet paper holders, etc.
☐ Clean and sanitize counters, sinks, and faucets
☐ Clean exterior of cabinets and handles
☐ Sanitize toilet inside, outside, around, and behind
☐ Attach sanitization strip and dress toilet paper roll neatly
☐ Empty trash, disinfect can, and replace liner
☐ Tidy personal items, shower curtain, and towels
☐ Clean baseboards and trim
☐ Clean interior door surfaces
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors

Common Rooms

☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Dust and wipe ceiling fans, light fixtures, vents, and lamps
☐ Dust all flat surfaces, shelves, and décor
☐ Dust and wipe all windowsills and frames
☐ Dust electronics (TVs, consoles, speakers) and décor
☐ Clean and sanitize all light switches, door handles, and TV remotes
☐ Wipe baseboards and trim
☐ Clean interior door surfaces
☐ Tidy couch, fluff pillows, and arrange throw blankets
☐ Vacuum and clean under couch, tables, consoles, and stands
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors

Total Property

☐ Clean and wipe washing machine and dryer; clean lint tray
☐ Clean and tidy laundry room
☐ Clean and tidy office area (do not disturb papers)
☐ Dust and wipe all ceiling fans and vents
☐ Dust all tables, consoles, hutches, and entertainment centers
☐ Dust picture frames, artwork, and knickknacks
☐ Dust and fluff all drapes and curtains
☐ Remove smudges from all interior glass and mirrors
☐ Clean windowsills and sliding glass door tracks
☐ Clean and sanitize all door handles and light switches
☐ Move small furniture and clean underneath where possible
☐ Wipe all baseboards and trim
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors

Final Walk-Through

☐ Ensure all surfaces are neat and tidy
☐ Check that no lint, hair, or debris remains on hard surfaces
☐ Straighten curtains, drapes, and blinds
☐ Arrange towels, blankets, pillows, and rugs neatly
☐ Turn off all lights
☐ Collect and put away all cleaning products and supplies
☐ Lock front and back doors and any lock boxes

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Add-Ons (Available Upon Request)

☐ Oven interior cleaning
☐ Refrigerator interior cleaning
☐ Kitchen cabinet interiors
☐ Wash and put away dishes
☐ Clean blinds, interior windows, frames, and sills
☐ Vacuum couch and under cushions
☐ Wash & fold laundry; tidy laundry room
☐ Sweep patio or entryway