Airbnb Turnover
Cleaning Checklist

Every area we cover

This is the checklist we work through on every turnover, from the first walk-in to the final guest-ready inspection.

  • Open curtains/blinds and ventilate the property
  • Check the property for damage, stains, spills or maintenance issues
  • Check for items left behind by previous guests
  • Remove rubbish from all rooms
  • Collect used towels and linen
  • Check air conditioning/heating is switched off or set appropriately
  • Check for unusual smells, leaks or visible issues
  • Dust and wipe entrance door and handles
  • Clean fingerprints and marks from doors
  • Dust light switches and surrounding areas
  • Dust skirting boards
  • Clean mirrors if present
  • Wipe furniture, shelves and surfaces
  • Vacuum or sweep floor
  • Mop hard floors
  • Empty rubbish if applicable
  • Check entrance is clean, uncluttered and welcoming
  • Dust all furniture
  • Wipe coffee tables and side tables
  • Clean TV unit and entertainment surfaces
  • Dust lamps and lamp bases
  • Wipe light switches
  • Dust shelves and decorative items
  • Clean mirrors and glass surfaces
  • Wipe remote controls
  • Check cushions and arrange neatly
  • Vacuum sofa/chairs, including between and underneath cushions
  • Check upholstery for stains or damage
  • Clean visible fingerprints and marks from windows
  • Dust window sills and tracks where accessible
  • Vacuum carpet thoroughly
  • Vacuum edges and corners
  • Vacuum underneath accessible furniture
  • Mop hard flooring
  • Arrange furniture neatly
  • Check TV and remotes are present
  • Ensure room is uncluttered
  • Check overall presentation
  • Clear all rubbish and unwanted items
  • Clean and sanitise benchtops
  • Clean splashback
  • Wipe cupboards and cabinet fronts
  • Clean cupboard handles
  • Clean drawers and remove crumbs where required
  • Wipe dining table and chairs
  • Dust light fittings
  • Wipe light switches
  • Clean stovetop thoroughly
  • Clean rangehood surface
  • Check rangehood filter and clean if required
  • Clean oven exterior
  • Check oven interior and clean if required
  • Clean microwave inside and outside
  • Clean refrigerator exterior
  • Check refrigerator for leftover food
  • Wipe refrigerator shelves/drawers where required
  • Clean dishwasher exterior
  • Empty dishwasher
  • Clean kettle
  • Clean toaster and remove crumbs
  • Clean coffee machine if provided
  • Clean other supplied appliances
  • Clean and sanitise sink
  • Clean tap and fixtures
  • Ensure kitchen items are clean and neatly stored
  • Vacuum floor
  • Mop floor
  • Clean skirting boards
  • Empty bin
  • Replace bin liner
  • Ensure kitchen is clean, fresh and presentation-ready
  • Clean dining table
  • Wipe dining chairs
  • Check chairs for marks/stains
  • Dust light fittings
  • Wipe switches
  • Vacuum
  • Mop hard flooring
  • Arrange chairs neatly
  • Ensure dining area is guest-ready
  • Remove all used linen
  • Check mattress protector
  • Check mattress for stains or damage
  • Remove all bed linen
  • Check pillows are clean and presentable
  • Make bed neatly
  • Ensure linen is smooth and professionally presented
  • Check for hair or marks on linen
  • Dust bedside tables
  • Wipe bedside tables
  • Dust lamps and lamp bases
  • Wipe light switches
  • Dust furniture
  • Wipe wardrobe/exterior surfaces
  • Check drawers for guest belongings
  • Clean mirrors
  • Dust decorative items
  • Check hangers are present and neatly arranged
  • Vacuum entire floor
  • Vacuum under accessible furniture
  • Vacuum corners and edges
  • Mop hard floors where applicable
  • Dust skirting boards
  • Check curtains/blinds
  • Check windows for visible marks
  • Arrange pillows
  • Ensure bedroom is uncluttered
  • Check overall guest presentation
  • Clean and sanitise shower walls
  • Clean shower screen
  • Remove soap scum
  • Remove visible water marks
  • Clean shower floor
  • Clean shower drain area
  • Clean shower fittings
  • Clean bath thoroughly if present
  • Clean bath fittings
  • Check for hair
  • Clean and disinfect toilet bowl
  • Clean toilet seat
  • Clean toilet lid
  • Clean exterior of toilet
  • Clean around toilet base
  • Clean flush button/handle
  • Check for hair and marks
  • Clean and sanitise basin
  • Clean tap and fixtures
  • Polish fixtures
  • Clean vanity benchtop
  • Wipe cupboard fronts
  • Clean handles
  • Clean mirror
  • Check drawers/cupboards for guest items
  • Clean bathroom floor
  • Mop floor
  • Empty bathroom bin
  • Replace bin liner
  • Replace toilet paper
  • Fold/place spare toilet paper neatly
  • Replace fresh bath towels
  • Replace hand towels
  • Replace bath mat
  • Restock approved toiletries
  • Ensure bathroom is fresh, clean and dry
  • Final check for hair, streaks and water marks
  • Remove lint from dryer filter
  • Wipe washing machine exterior
  • Wipe dryer exterior
  • Clean laundry sink if present
  • Wipe benchtops
  • Wipe cupboards
  • Clean visible spills
  • Vacuum floor
  • Mop floor
  • Check cleaning/laundry supplies
  • Ensure area is tidy and presentable
  • Dust skirting boards
  • Dust light fittings
  • Wipe light switches
  • Clean mirrors
  • Clean visible marks from walls/doors
  • Wipe door handles
  • Vacuum floors
  • Mop hard floors
  • Check corners for dust/hair
  • Ensure hallways are clear and tidy
  • Remove rubbish and debris
  • Sweep entire balcony
  • Vacuum where appropriate
  • Mop balcony floor where suitable
  • Clean balcony corners and edges
  • Remove cobwebs
  • Wipe outdoor furniture
  • Clean outdoor table
  • Wipe chairs
  • Arrange outdoor furniture neatly
  • Clean accessible glass doors
  • Remove fingerprints from glass
  • Clean accessible balcony glass/railings
  • Clean BBQ
  • Check tracks for visible dirt/debris
  • Ensure balcony is tidy and inviting
  • Ensure nothing has been left behind by guests
  • Report any damage or maintenance issues
  • Walk through the entire property as a guest would

Any damage, missing items, maintenance concerns or unusual issues will be photographed and reported to the property manager/host before leaving.

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