Professional Cleaning Checklists

Here are some checklists of the expected tasks for each type of cleaning job. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Thanks for being amazing!

Checklist of items that you should have with you for cleaning

  • Spray bottles of all cleaners (Tough & Tender, Tub & Tile, Clear Power, Solumel, Melamagic, SoluGuard)
  • Bottles of concentrate of all cleaners (Tough & Tender, Tub & Tile, Clear Power, Solumel, Melamagic, SoluGuard, Clean & Gleam, Rustic Tough)
  • Razor blade/scraper
  • Pumic stone
  • Magic Erasers
  • Small trash bags
  • Bar Keepers Friend
  • Dish Soap
  • Small brushes for cleaning tight spaces
  • Dusters (ones with multiple heads)
  • Green scrubbing pads
  • Drain cleaner (orange long serrated plastic)
  • Rags for each type of cleaning (blue – glass, red – toilets, green- general, yellow – dusting with Rustic Touch)
  • Small grocery bag for wet towels
  • Broom & dustpan
  • Mop
  • Sweeper
  • Squeegee
  • Paper Towel
  • Easy Off Oven Cleaner

Regular House Cleaning Tasks

  • Dust lamps, light fixtures, and ceiling fans
  • Dust Window Ledges and blinds
  • Dust all furniture, shelves, and decor
  • Vacuum sofa and other upholstered furniture (remove cushions)
  • Dust baseboards
  • Wipe down doors and doorframes
  • Clean out all corners for cobwebs
  • Vacuum all floors, carpets, rugs, and stairs
  • Mop hard floors
  • Clean glass surfaces
  • Empty and replace wastebasket

Deep Cleaning Checklist

A deep cleaning house checklist should include all your general cleaning tasks, plus these extras:

  • Clean and disinfect:
    • The insides of the oven, stove grates, and hood fan
    • Inside of the refrigerator
    • Inside of the dishwasher
    • The walls behind large appliances
    • Ceiling fans
  • Polish metal hardware
  • Change bed sheets (optional)
  • Wash windows
  • Deep clean carpets
  • Wash shower curtain
  • Clean grout and sap scum from shower tiles
  • Wash or shampoo rugs

Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

  • Dust tops of kitchen cabinets and appliances
  • Wipe down countertops and cabinets
  • Wipe down stovetop
  • Clean microwave inside and out, including turntable
  • Clean dishwasher
  • Soak stove drip pans and knobs in the sink
  • Clean and dry all appliance surfaces
  • Shine stainless steel appliances
  • Clean burner grates and over control knobs
  • Clean and disinfect kitchen sink
  • Wipe cupboard fronts, tables, and chairs
  • Sweet and mop floor
  • Replace rugs
  • Empty and replace wastebasket

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist

  • Dust all surfaces, including light fixtures and decor
  • Clean and disinfect shower, bathtub, and sinks (inside and out)
  • Clean and disinfect toilet bowl, seat, lid, tank, flush handle, and base
  • Clean and shine all mirrors, chrome, and tile
  • Remove hair from bathrub drain
  • Wipe cabinet fronts, fixtures, and countertops
  • Vacuum and mop floor
  • Replace rugs
  • Empty and replace wastebasket

Bedroom Cleaning Checklist

  • Clean window coverings
  • Reposition furniture as necessary to vacuum
  • Dust all furniture
  • Vacuum room and closet floors
  • Clean mirrors and picture frames
  • Return furniture to original positions
  • Make bed

Living Area Cleaning Checklist

  • Dust from top to bottom with microfiber cloth
  • Remove lint from all furniture
  • Vacuum upholstered furniture and floor
  • Clean picture frames
  • Clean window coverings
  • Wipe down light fixtures, switches, and outlets
  • Dust and clean TV
  • Clean coffee tables and end tables
  • Clean fireplace and mantel

Window Cleaning Checklist

  • Remove drapes or wipe down blinds
  • Vacuum dust and debris from window frames
  • Scrub window frames with sponge, soap, and water
  • Dry window frames with microfiber cloth
  • Clean window tracks
  • Clean exterior window glass
  • Wipe exterior window frames clean

Move-out Cleaning Checklist

  • Dust baseboards, window sills, and shelves
  • Dust light fixtures
  • Remove cobwebs
  • Clean doors and walls
  • Clean interior of closets
  • Wipe interior and exterior of cabinets and drawers
  • Sweep, mop, or vacuum floors
  • Clean shower, tub, sinks, and toilet
  • Clean laundry machines and dishwashers
  • Remove carpet stains (optional)
  • Wipe down and disinfect all countertops

Monthly Cleaning Checklist

  • Wash windows
  • Wipe baseboards
  • Clean blinds and curtains
  • Dust and clean grime from ceiling fan blades
  • Dust and vacuum air vents
  • Wipe chair rails
  • Wash blankets
  • Wash mattress pads
  • Deep clean kitchen appliances
  • Clean out pantry
  •  Scrub tile grout
  • Clean ight fixtures
  • Spot  treat carpet and upholstery
  • Wipe down door frames
  • Clean garage
  • Clean laundry room and washing machines
  • Wash rugs
  • Clean out dryer vent
  • Clean trashcans