🧹 Kitchen & Dining

• Clean and sanitize benchtops and splashback.
• Scrub stovetop and wipe down the oven front/handle.
• Polish taps and sink (dry completely to prevent water spots).
• Wipe exteriors of appliances (fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster).
• Check inside microwave; wipe away any food splatters.
• Empty the refrigerator and freezer of all perishable leftover food. Wipe shelves.
• Empty, clean, and replace liners in all garbage and recycling bins.

• Empty the dishwasher or drying rack and put all dishes away.
• Inspect plates, glasses, and cutlery for smudges or lipstick marks.
• Restock consumables: 4–6 coffee pods/tea bags, sugar packets, fresh paper towel roll.
• Leave out a brand-new dish sponge and a clean microfiber dishcloth.
• Ensure dish soap and dishwasher tablets are topped up.

🛏️ Bedrooms

• Strip all used bed linens (sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers).
• Inspect mattress protector and pillows for stains or hair.
• Dust furniture (bedheads, side tables, lampshades, wardrobe exteriors).
• Dust electronic devices (TV screen, remotes).
• Check under the bed and inside drawers for items left behind by previous guests.

• Remake beds with fresh, wrinkle-free, crisp white linens (use hospital corners).
• Fluff pillows and position them neatly.
• Artfully fold a runner or throw blanket across the foot of the bed.
• Ensure wardrobe hangers are evenly spaced and matching.

🛋️ Living & Common Areas

• Dust all accessible surfaces (coffee tables, TV stands, shelves, window sills).
• Dust the TV screen and wipe down remote controls.
• Vacuum all carpets and rugs; mop all hard floors (work your way out of the room).
• Clean and polish any mirrors or interior glass surfaces.

• Plump and arrange couch cushions and accent pillows.
• Neatly arrange the welcome book, Wi-Fi sign, and TV remotes on the coffee table.
• Check that all light bulbs are working.
• Set the thermostat/climate control to a comfortable arrival temperature.

🚿 Bathroom & Laundry

• Scrub and sanitize tiles, bathtub, and shower screen (ensure zero soap scum or hair).
• Clean, sanitize, and polish the toilet (bowl, seat, base, and flush button).
• Polish taps, showerheads, and sink basin.
• Clean and polish the bathroom mirror.
• Empty and sanitize the small trash bin; replace the liner.

• Hang a fresh, clean bath mat over the edge of the tub or on the floor.
• Display fresh towels neatly (2 bath towels, 1 hand towel, and 2 washcloths per guest).
• Replenish toiletries: hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
• Provide at least 2 fresh rolls of toilet paper (fold the first sheet into a neat triangle).

🔑 Final Walkthrough (The “Guest Eye” Check)

Before locking the door, stand at the entrance and verify:

• The Smell Test: Does the property smell fresh and clean? (Avoid heavy chemical perfumes; opt for neutral, clean air).
• Lockbox/Smart Lock: Is the key safely back in the lockbox or has the digital code been reset for the incoming guest?
• Welcome Gifts: If you provide wine, chocolates, or a welcome note, are they neatly displayed on the kitchen bench or dining table?

🏢 Entryway & Reception Area

• Glass Entry Doors: Wipe down and polish entry glass doors to remove fingerprints and smudges (first impressions matter most).
• Reception Desk: Dust and wipe down the main counter, reception phone, and guest chairs.
• Floors: Vacuum high-traffic entry mats and rugs thoroughly. Mop hard floors.
• Organization: Neatly arrange magazines, company brochures, or visitor logbooks.

💻 Workstations & Open Office Areas

• Desks & Tables: Dust all accessible desk surfaces, side tables, and filing cabinets. (Note: Do not move loose paperwork unless explicitly instructed).
• Electronics: Lightly dust computer monitor bases, desk lamps, and printer exteriors.
• Sanitize Touchpoints: Disinfect high-touch areas: desk phones, keyboards, computer mice, door handles, and light switches.
• Chairs: Wipe down plastic or leather office chairs. Vacuum upholstered seats if needed.
• Waste Management: Empty all desk trash and recycling bins. Replace liners and wipe down bins if sticky.

🍽️ Office Kitchenette & Breakroom

• Counters & Sinks: Clean and sanitize benchtops, splashbacks, and the sink basin. Polish the taps.

• Wipe the exterior of the refrigerator, dishwasher, and vending machines.
• Clean the inside and outside of the microwave (remove coffee/food splatters).
• Wipe down the coffee maker, kettle, and toaster tray.

• Seating Area: Clean and wipe down all breakroom tables and chairs.
• Restock: Top up dish soap, hand soap, paper towels, and clean sponges.
• Waste & Recycling: Empty the main kitchen garbage and recycling bins. Wash out any leaks inside the bin base.

🚻 Commercial Bathrooms

• Toilets & Urinals: Thoroughly scrub, sanitize, and polish toilets and urinals. Wipe down the external porcelain and flush handles.
• Sinks & Mirrors: Clean basins, polish taps, and wipe mirrors until entirely streak-free.
• Walls & Partitions: Wipe down splash zones around sinks and sanitise stall door handles.
• Restock Consumables: Fill soap dispensers, paper towel holders, and restock toilet paper rolls.
• Floors: Mop the entire bathroom floor with a commercial-grade disinfectant.

🧼 Detail & Floor Care (All Rooms)

• Cobwebs: Scan high corners and ceiling vents; remove any visible cobwebs.
• Dusting: Dust baseboards, window sills, door frames, and accessible air vents.
• Vacuuming: Vacuum all carpeted office areas, ensuring you get into the corners and under desk edges.
• Mopping: Mop all hard flooring (linoleum, tile, or polished concrete) using a clean mop head and professional floor cleaner.