Cleaning Checklists for Every Service

At Maid To Shine, every cleaning service follows a detailed checklist to help deliver consistent, high-quality results. Browse our cleaning checklists to see what’s included with each service and know exactly what to expect during every visit.

Recurring Cleaning Service Checklist

• Clean Countertops and Backsplash
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Clean Microwave Interior/Exterior
• Clean/Polish All Appliances Exterior

• Clean Countertops
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Clean/Scrub Shower Tiles/Glass and Tub
• Clean Toilet and Toilet Area

• Dust Ceiling Fans and Cobwebs within Reach
• Dust/Wipe Accessible Surfaces
• Dust/Wipe Banister and Handrails
• Straighten Pillows and Blankets
• Clean all Mirrors
• Remove Trash and Replace Bag
• Clean Entry/Exit Glass Doors
• Vacuum and Mop Floor(s)

Deep Cleaning Service Checklist

• Clean Countertops and Backsplash
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Wet Wipe Cabinet Exteriors
• Clean Microwave Interior/Exterior
• Clean/Polish All Appliances Exterior

• Clean Countertops
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Wet Wipe/Scrub Cabinet Exteriors
• Clean/Scrub Shower Tiles/Glass and Tub
• Clean Toilet and Toilet Area

• Doors and Door Frames
• Sides, Legs and Bases of Furniture
• Remove Cobwebs within Reach
• Dust/Wet Wipe Light Fixtures and Ceiling Fans Within Reach
• Disinfect Light Switches, Outlet Plug ins and Door Knobs
• Wet Wipe Windows, Window Sills and Window Ledges and Trim
• Wet Wipe Blinds
• Wet Wipe Baseboards and Moldings
• Wet Wipe Banister and Handrails
• Vacuum All Floors and Mop Hard Surface Floors
• Clean All mirrors and Picture Frames Hanging on Walls
• Straighten Pillows, and Blankets
• Remove Trash and Replace Bag
• Clean Entry/Exit Glass Doors

Move-In/Out Cleaning Service Checklist

• Clean Countertops and Backsplash
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Wet Wipe Cabinet Interior and Exterior
• Clean Interior and Exterior of all Appliances

• Clean Countertops
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Wet Wipe/Scrub Cabinet Interiors and Exteriors
• Clean/Scrub Shower Tiles/Glass and Tub
• Clean Toilet and Toilet Area

• Remove Cobwebs within Reach
• Dust/Wet Wipe Light Fixtures and Ceiling Fans Within Reach
• Disinfect Light Switches, Plug in Outlets and Door Knobs
• Wet Wipe Interior Windows, Window Sills and Window Ledges
• Wet Wipe Blinds
• Wet Wipe Baseboards and Moldings
• Wet Wipe Banister and Handrails
• Remove Trash and Replace the Bag
• Clean all Mirrors and Picture Frames Hanging on Walls
• Sweep out Garage or Porch if Needed
• Clean Entry/Exit Glass Doors
• Vacuum All Floors and Mop Hard Surface Floors

Short-Term Rental Cleaning Service Checklist

• Clean Countertops and Backsplash
• Clean Sink and Fixtures
• Wet Wipe Cabinet Interior and Exterior
• Clean Interior and Exterior of all Appliances

• Clean and Disinfect Toilet (Inside and out)
• Clean and Disinfect Sink, Faucet, and Mirror
• Scrub and Rinse Shower/Tub
• Replace Used Towels and Bath Mats With Fresh Ones
• Refill Hand Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, body Wash and Toilet Paper

• Empty Dishwasher
• Wipe Down Countertops, Backsplash and all Surfaces
• Clean Inside Microwave, Oven and Coffee Maker
• Check/Clean Refrigerator/Freezer (Remove Leftovers)
• Restock Inventory (Paper Towels, Trash Bags, Dishwasher Pods, Laundry Pods, Coffee)

• Dust/Wet Wipe all Surfaces (Tables, Shelves, TV, etc.)
• Wipe Exterior of Washer and Dryer
• Empty out the Dryer Lint Tray and Check for Any Linens Left in There or Sand
• Fluff and Arrange Pillows/Cushions and Furniture
• Empty Recycling Bins, Trash Bins and Replace Liners
• Wipe Remotes, Light Switches, and Door Handles
• Clean Entry/Exit Glass Doors and all Sliding Glass Doors
• Vacuum and Mop Floors