Before any cleaning begins
Put away valuables, medication and private papers. Clear accessible counters and floors, identify surfaces that need special care, and share pet and access instructions. Make sure water and electricity are available. The checklist is a planning aid; the confirmed quote defines the booked service.
For a move-out, remove belongings, rubbish and moving materials before the visit. Share the landlord or sale checklist and leave enough time before the final walkthrough. Cleaning does not guarantee a deposit return or repair existing damage.
Kitchen
- Wipe accessible counters with a product suitable for the surface.
- Clean the sink and accessible faucet surfaces.
- Clean the backsplash and appliance exteriors within the agreed scope.
- Wipe agreed cabinet fronts and handles.
- Clean the floor, including accessible edges.
- Name inside-oven, refrigerator, cabinet and drawer cleaning separately.
Empty interiors before an agreed interior clean. Do not assume the cleaner will move heavy appliances, handle spoiled food or remove hardened construction residue. Natural stone and specialty finishes need appropriate methods rather than the strongest available product.
Bathrooms
- Clean accessible sink, fixtures, mirrors and toilet surfaces.
- Clean agreed shower and bathtub surfaces.
- Wipe accessible counters and cabinet fronts.
- Remove ordinary surface soil and clean the floor.
- Identify delicate finishes, damaged grout or persistent discoloration before work begins.
Cleaning can remove soil without reversing worn finishes, etching or damaged seals. A stain that remains may require a specialist assessment. Discuss problem areas at the quoting stage so expectations match what can safely be done.
Bedrooms and living spaces
- Dust accessible surfaces within the agreed checklist.
- Vacuum rugs and carpets, where suitable.
- Clean appropriate hard floors.
- Include accessible baseboards and trim when booked.
- State whether bed making, linen changes or closet interiors are requested.
Put away loose items and identify furniture that should not be moved. Desks, electronics, collectibles and private shelves may need instructions to clean around items or leave them untouched. High areas and heavy furniture moving are not assumed.
A final walkthrough
Check the agreed rooms before the access window ends where practical. Compare the result to the written scope rather than a mental list of extra tasks. Report a missed area promptly with its location and a photograph when useful, so it can be reviewed.
For an empty-home handover, retain the landlord or sale checklist and any condition photographs. The cleaner does not decide deductions, repair obligations or whether an inspection passes.
Keep the routine going
A bi-weekly plan means a visit every two weeks. Between visits, wipe fresh spills, manage dishes and laundry, and keep entry mats and high-use areas tidy. Routine pickup gives the next visit more time for cleaning the agreed surfaces.
Compare recurring cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in/out cleaning and post-construction cleaning before you choose. Use the plan builder to organize a request or contact us with the checklist that matters to your home.
