Our Cleaning Checklist

Professional checklists for house cleaning services tailored for our freelance cleaners at nextdoormaids.com.

Kitchen

• Appliances:

  • Clean exterior of all appliances (refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher).

  • Wipe down appliance handles and knobs.

  • Clean stovetop and surrounding areas.

• Sink & Faucet:

  • Clean and disinfect sink and faucet.

  • Polish chrome fixtures.

• Countertops & Backsplash:

  • Wipe down and disinfect all countertops and backsplashes.

  • Clean and disinfect stovetop and surrounding areas.

• Cabinets & Drawers:

  • Wipe down cabinet fronts, handles, and sides.

  • Clean and organize cabinet interiors (if requested).

• Floors:

  • Sweep and mop floors thoroughly.

• Other:

  • Empty and clean trash can and recycling bin.

  • Wipe down window sills and blinds.

Bathrooms

• Toilets:

  • Clean and disinfect toilet bowl, seat, and exterior.

• Sinks & Faucets:

  • Clean and disinfect sinks and faucets.

  • Polish chrome fixtures.

• Bathtub/Shower:

  • Clean and disinfect bathtub/shower walls, floor, and fixtures.

  • Remove soap scum and mildew.

• Mirrors:

  • Clean and polish all mirrors.

• Cabinets & Countertops:

  • Wipe down and disinfect countertops and cabinet exteriors.

• Floors:

  • Sweep and mop floors thoroughly.

• Other:

  • Empty and clean trash can and replace liner.

  • Clean and disinfect shower curtain liner (if applicable).

Bedrooms

• Beds:

  • Make beds neatly (change linens upon request).

  • Dust and fluff pillows.

• Furniture:

  • Dust all surfaces (nightstands, dressers, desks, etc.).

  • Clean and polish any wood or glass surfaces.

• Windows & Mirrors:

  • Clean windows and mirrors.

  • Dust and clean window sills and blinds.

• Floors:

  • Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly.

  • Sweep and mop hard floors.

• Other:

  • Dust and clean picture frames, artwork, and decorative items.

  • Dust and clean light fixtures (if accessible).

  • Organize and tidy up clutter.

Living Room/Family Room

• Furniture:

  • Dust and vacuum all upholstered furniture (sofas, chairs, ottomans).

  • Dust and clean all surfaces (tables, shelves, entertainment centers).

• Floors:

  • Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly.

  • Sweep and mop hard floors.

• Windows & Mirrors:

  • Clean windows and mirrors.

  • Dust and clean window sills and blinds.

• Entertainment Center:

  • Dust and clean TV, remote controls, and electronics.

• Other:

  • Dust and clean light fixtures (if accessible).

  • Dust and clean ceiling fans (if accessible).

  • Organize and tidy up clutter.

General Cleaning

• Dusting:

  • Dust all accessible surfaces, including baseboards, door frames, and molding.

  • Dust and clean light fixtures and ceiling fans (if accessible).

  • Dust and clean blinds and window sills throughout the home.

• Floors:

  • Vacuum all carpeted areas thoroughly.

  • Sweep and mop all hard floor surfaces.

• Disinfection:

  • Disinfect all high-touch surfaces (door handles, light switches, remote controls, etc.).

• Trash Removal:

  • Empty all trash cans and replace liners.

• Tidying:

  • Straighten up and organize rooms throughout the home.

  • Put away any clutter.

Optional Services (may incur additional charges):

• Inside of Appliances:

  • Oven cleaning

  • Refrigerator cleaning

  • Microwave cleaning

• Window Washing (exterior)

• Carpet Shampooing

• Upholstery Cleaning

• Move-In/Move-Out Cleaning

• **Deep Cleaning (includes all of the above plus extra attention to detail)

Note: This is a comprehensive checklist and may be adjusted based on the specific needs and preferences of each client.