Florida

Companies:	71,348
Products and Services:	2,323

Articles and publications:	1,351
Tenders & Vacancies:	11

Is your Company in our Directory?

Guide for Success Vacation Rental Cleaning

Information may not be reliable

9/13/2021

As the world reopens for travel, people will be more concerned than ever about the cleanliness of their vacation rentals.

While we all like to keep our homes clean and tidy, a vacation rental clean differs in several important ways from regular household cleaners. You’re cleaning for paying guests, who don’t want to be reminded that strangers have slept in their bed or eaten from their plates. A vacation rental cleaning needs to be thorough, efficient, and fast enough to limit downtime between checkout and check-in.

Areas that you might only clean once a week, once a month, or even less frequently at home need to be cleaned between every guest at a vacation rental property. That means changing the beds, washing the linens and towels, wiping down the fridge, microwave, and other appliances, and getting into all the nooks and crannies a regular household clean might overlook. In fact, a vacation rental clean is closer to deep cleaning a property than carrying out regular weekly chores. But don’t worry, DG Cleaning and Carpet Care comprehensive turnover cleaning checklist will keep you covered! Keep reading to learn more.

What is the fastest way to clean a vacation rental?

The first step is to get organized. Clean from the top down, and from inside-out. This prevents you from spreading dust or dirt in areas you’ve already cleaned. You should also factor in how long each task will take. For example, laundering bed linen will take an hour or two in a washing machine, so make sure you start by stripping the beds and starting a load. The linens can finish washing while you clean the rest of the property.

Cleaning Before Guests Arrive

Leaving a great impression on guests is important, especially if you want to rack up glowing reviews. In addition to stylish décor, amenities, and good prices, customers cherish cleanliness. The first impression always matters, so do your best to create an excellent one. Here’s the ultimate vacation rental cleaning checklist that will help you to clean up your rental before your guests arrive:

General Cleaning

Dust and clean all light fixtures in the house
Wipe the blinds and dust the curtains
Vacuum and sanitize all floors, carpets, and furniture
Empty and sanitize trash bins
Clean mirrors and windows
Clean shelves and wipe the dust off decorative items
Vacuum and wipe the areas around and underneath furniture
Clean all the drawers
Fold and restock towels and blankets
Dust the pillows

Home Exterior (Patio, Garage, etc.)

Wipe and clean all furniture
Empty the trash bins
Sweep the patio
Clean lawn debris (sticks, leaves, branches, etc.)
Powerwash the driveway and other concrete surfaces around your home
Clean the swimming pool
Dust and vacuum the garage
Wash exterior windows
Clean the gutter
Wash and degrease the grill

Living Room

Dust all décor and electronics
Dust the pillows and other decorative items
Vacuum and mop the floors
Clean all windows and mirrors
Wipe the walls, light switches, and doors
Clean the windows, curtains, and blinds
Wipe the chairs and sofas
Dust the shelves
Vacuum and clean areas around and underneath the furniture
Organize magazines and other miscellaneous items

Dining Room

Clean the tabletops
Wipe the chairs
Dust shelves and organize cabinets
Mop the floors
Clean all rugs and carpets
Polish the silverware
Clean the windows, curtains, and blinds
Remove cobwebs
Clean the light fixtures
Declutter and remove unnecessary items

Kitchen

Clean and degrease the microwave oven
Clean the oven, including wire racks
Sanitize all countertops
Make sure that there’s no food in the fridge
Wipe all drawers and cupboards
Restock the pantry
Clean the refrigerator
Clean the dishwasher
Sweep the floors
Empty and clean the trash cans

Bathroom

Clean and sanitize the whole toilet (seat, bowl, lid, tank, etc.)
Wash and sanitize the toilet brush
Clean the sinks
Replace and fold towels
Wipe the faucets and the shower head
Thoroughly clean the mirrors and other reflective surfaces
Dust all shelves and décor
Clean and restock all the cabinets and drawers
Make sure that there is no bathroom mold
Clean and vacuum the carpets and other fabric inside the bathroom

Bedroom

Make the bed and replace all pillowcases
Change the sheets and blankets
Remove cobwebs from the ceiling, corners, and light fixtures
Wash the curtains
Dust the blinds and clean the windows
Vacuum the mattress
Clean the light switches
Dust the drawers, cupboards, shelves, and décor
Mop the floor
Vacuum under the bed and other furniture

Naples' Most Trusted Vacation Rental Deep Cleaning Services

DG Cleaning and Carpet Care LLC brings over 30+ years of experience to Naples, FL and the rest of Collier County. We specialize in a variety of services including residential and commercial carpet cleaning naples fl, carpet cleaning bonita springs fl, carpet cleaning bonita bay fl, emergency water damage drying and cleaning services, grout and tile cleaning, house cleaning and pressure washing.

Contact DG Cleaning and Carpet Care LLC at 239-438-4703 today to schedule deep cleaning services.

view all (49)