Detailed Cleaning Preferences Checklist by Room Type

General Cleaning

  • Dust all surfaces (furniture, shelves, etc.)
  • Vacuum carpets and rugs
  • Sweep and mop hardwood or tile floors
  • Clean light switches and door handles
  • Empty all trash cans and replace liners
  • Dust baseboards and moldings
  • Wipe down doors and door frames

Kitchen

  • Wipe down countertops
  • Clean and polish sink and faucet
  • Clean exterior of appliances:
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Clean inside microwave
  • Wipe down cabinet fronts
  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Empty trash and replace liner
  • Clean backsplash
  • Clean inside oven
  • Clean inside refrigerator
  • Clean inside dishwasher
  • Wipe down pantry shelves
  • Clean small appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.)

Bathrooms

  • Clean sink and faucet
  • Clean toilet (bowl, seat, and exterior)
  • Scrub shower walls and tub
  • Clean mirrors
  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Empty trash and replace liner
  • Clean and polish fixtures
  • Wipe down cabinet fronts
  • Clean shower door/tracks
  • Wipe down light fixtures
  • Clean soap scum and mold from tiles and grout
  • Clean toothbrush holder

Living Room

  • Dust all surfaces (tables, shelves, TV stand)
  • Vacuum upholstery
  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Clean under furniture (if accessible)
  • Clean windows and window sills
  • Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures
  • Vacuum area rug
  • Wipe down electronics (TV, remote controls)
  • Organize magazines and books
  • Clean fireplace (if applicable)
  • Wipe down baseboards

Bedrooms

  • Dust all surfaces (dressers, nightstands)
  • Change bed linens (if provided)
  • Make the bed
  • Vacuum carpets or sweep and mop floor
  • Clean mirrors
  • Organize and dust inside closets
  • Clean under the bed (if accessible)
  • Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures
  • Clean windows and window sills
  • Wipe down light switches and door handles

Dining Room

  • Dust all surfaces (table, chairs, sideboards)
  • Clean and polish dining table
  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Vacuum area rug (if applicable)
  • Clean light fixtures and ceiling fans
  • Wipe down baseboards
  • Clean china cabinet/glass doors (if applicable)
  • Organize and dust display items

Office/Study

  • Dust all surfaces (desks, shelves)
  • Organize and dust bookshelves
  • Vacuum carpets or sweep and mop floor
  • Clean computer screens and keyboards
  • Empty trash and replace liner
  • Dust and wipe down office equipment (printer, fax machine)
  • Organize papers and office supplies
  • Wipe down light switches and door handles

Entryway/Hallways

  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Vacuum carpets or rugs
  • Dust surfaces (tables, shelves)
  • Clean and polish door handles
  • Wipe down doors and frames
  • Clean windows and window sills
  • Dust light fixtures
  • Organize shoes and coats

Laundry Room

  • Wipe down washer and dryer exterior
  • Clean inside washer drum
  • Sweep and mop floor
  • Dust and wipe down shelves
  • Empty lint trap
  • Organize laundry supplies
  • Clean utility sink

Special Areas (Specify)

  • _______________________________________
  • _______________________________________
  • _______________________________________

Additional Tasks (Specify)

  • _______________________________________
  • _______________________________________
  • _______________________________________

Cleaning Products Preferences

  • Use eco-friendly products
  • Use client-provided products
  • Use fragrance-free products
  • Other: _______________________________________

This detailed checklist allows clients to clearly specify their cleaning preferences for each room, ensuring comprehensive and customized cleaning services.