House Cleaning Service
House Cleaning Takeaways
- Aspect: Insight for Managers and Homeowners.
- Comprehensive Approach: Address all areas of the house, from bedrooms to patios.
- Professional Touch: Consider Foster Janitorial’s professional services for thorough cleaning, receipts and a professional touch.
- Inspection Protocol: Implement a thorough inspection post-cleaning with photography.
- Customized Cleaning: Adapt your checklist based on your specific rental property’s needs.
- Eco Friendly Options: If it’s important to your renters, choose environmentally friendly cleaning products.
Introduction
As a property or strata manager or homeowner, ensuring that each house is thoroughly cleaned before a new tenant moves in—or before welcoming new occupants—is crucial. A well-maintained home not only impresses tenants and buyers but also helps preserve the property’s long-term value. This checklist serves as a practical guide to ensure all essential cleaning tasks are completed to a high standard.
Professional House Cleaning Checklist
Kitchen
- Appliances: Deep clean the fridge, oven, dishwasher, and microwave.
- Cabinets: Clean inside and out, including handles and shelves.
- Countertops: Disinfect and wipe down all surfaces.
- Sink and Faucets: Thoroughly clean and descale if necessary.
Living Room and Dining Area
- Floors: Vacuum carpets, sweep and mop hardwood or tile floors.
- Windows: Clean inside and out, including sills and tracks.
- Walls: Wipe down walls, paying attention to light switches and outlets.
Bedrooms
- Closets: Clean shelves and rods; check for left-behind items.
- Carpets: Vacuum thoroughly, consider professional carpet cleaning for stains.
- Surfaces: Dust all surfaces, including window ledges and headboards.
Bathrooms
- Fixtures: Clean and sanitize the toilet, sink, and shower/tub.
- Mirrors: Clean for a streak-free shine.
- Floors: Mop and disinfect, especially around the toilet and sink.
Additional Areas
- Laundry Room: Clean the washer and dryer, wipe down all surfaces.
- Garage: Sweep floor and remove any cobwebs or dust.
- Patio/Deck: Sweep, remove debris, and clean any outdoor furniture.
Final Inspection
Conduct a detailed inspection of the house. Ensure every room and area meets your high standards for cleanliness and readiness. It can also be important to take pictures so that you have conclusive evidence should another visitor arrive and make a mess.
Professional Cleaning Services
For extensive or challenging cleaning tasks, consider hiring professional cleaners. Foster Janitorial offers specialized house cleaning services, ensuring every nook and cranny is attended to with care and professionalism.
Conclusion
A well-executed cleaning ensures that each house is welcoming and appealing for new tenants or impressive to potential home buyers. This checklist helps maintain the high standards expected in your property management role or as homeowner.
Keeping your home or rental in top condition is about more than just cleaning—it’s about creating a safe, welcoming space. Reach out today to Foster Janitorial to learn how you can elevate the cleanliness and comfort of your property.