Kitchen
- Empty the dishwasher and put everything away
- Wipe counters, hob and the front of the extractor hood
- Remove food left by guests from the fridge and wipe the shelves
- Take out the rubbish and replace the bags
CLEANING CHECKLIST APP FOR SHORT-TERM RENTALS
Airbnb cleaning checklist app for turnovers
Keep each property's turnover tasks and instructions in one place, from changing bed linen to the final lock check. Start with the room-by-room example below, adapt it to your Airbnb or vacation rental, and share a checklist your cleaner can follow on their phone without an account or app download.
Bathroom
- Clean the toilet inside and out
- Clean the shower walls and drain, dry the glass
- Clean the basin and tap, polish the mirror
- Replace towels and set out fresh ones
- Restock toilet paper and soap
Bedroom
- Change sheets, pillowcases and duvet covers
- Make the bed neatly
- Dust nightstands, lamps and skirting boards
- Check that no guest belongings are left in the wardrobes
Living room
- Wipe tables, shelves and the TV stand
- Vacuum the sofa and plump the cushions
- Return remotes and chargers to their places
General tasks
- Vacuum every room, including corners and under rugs
- Mop floors starting from the far room towards the door
- Wipe window sills and skirting boards
- Collect forgotten items and report what you find
- Turn off the lights, close the windows and check the lock
Less frequent jobs
- Deep clean the oven and trays
- Clean the extractor hood filter
- Clean the floor drains
- Air out duvets and pillows
Cleaning checklist for Airbnb cleaners
A good Airbnb turnover checklist should tell the cleaner more than what needs cleaning. Property-specific details, photos and recurring tasks help different cleaners deliver the same result without relying on memory or long message threads.
From a sample checklist to your property's turnover routine
Give each property its own tasks
Adapt the checklist to the rooms, equipment and supplies in each rental. Arrange tasks in the order they should be done, so a cleaner switching between your properties has the right instructions for each one.
Show the finished result with photos
Add photo instructions to tasks: how to make the bed, arrange the cushions or leave the kitchen. Different cleaners can refer to the same visual standard rather than search through old messages.
Separate every-turnover tasks from recurring jobs
Keep linen changes and restocking on the regular list. Schedule jobs such as cleaning the oven or extractor hood filter for every nth turnover or after a selected number of days.
Share one link with your cleaner
The cleaner opens the property's checklist on their phone without creating an account or installing an app. They can follow the tasks, view instructions and mark work as completed.
Follow progress and review the turnover
See cleaning progress, completed and skipped tasks, and time spent. Cleaners can report damage, missing items or restocking needs with photos and comments, and you can review previous turnovers in the property's cleaning history.
Common questions from hosts
How long does an Airbnb turnover clean take?
For a one-bedroom apartment, a turnover usually takes 1.5–3 hours depending on size, laundry and how the guests left the place. A clear step-by-step checklist shortens it because the cleaner doesn't have to stop and ask.
Does my cleaner need to download an app or create an account?
No. In DoTidyDone the cleaner opens a link on their phone and follows the checklist in their own language. You can share the same link with as many cleaners as you like.
Can I have different checklists for different properties?
Yes. Every apartment gets its own checklist, photos and notes such as door codes or where the spare linen is kept. Start from the ready template above and edit it.
How do I know the cleaning was actually done?
You see each ticked task in real time and get a summary when the cleaner finishes, including photos of the rooms and any issues they reported.
What does it cost?
The first 30 days are free with no card required. After that the price depends only on the number of apartments, not on the number of cleaners.
Try the cleaner's view without an account to see how a turnover checklist works on a phone. When you're ready, create your own checklist and tailor the tasks and photo instructions to your property.