Cleaning checklist

This checklist explains what is included in a standard clean. Optional extras are listed at the end. Tick items to track progress.

Kitchen

• Clean kitchen counters and backsplashes.
• Clean stove tops and control knobs. Lightly clean oven exterior.
• Deep oven cleaning is an optional extra and is not included in the standard clean.
• Clean inside and outside of microwave.
• Wipe exterior surfaces of cupboards and appliances.
• We do not empty, defrost or deep clean inside fridges or freezers unless pre agreed as an extra.
• Polish accessible furniture surfaces.
• Dust baseboards, pictures, lampshades, knick knacks, windowsills, light fixtures and other reachable decor.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.
• Sweep and mop floors or vacuum, including edges and accessible areas under furniture.

Dining room

• General tidying and straightening.
• Wipe cupboard and appliance exteriors.
• Polish furniture and table surfaces.
• Dust baseboards, pictures, lampshades, knick knacks, windowsills, light fixtures and other reachable decor.
• Spot clean glass surfaces and windows to remove fingerprints and smudges.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.
• Sweep and mop floors or vacuum, including edges.

Living room and family room

• General straightening and arranging of cushions and throws.
• Sweep and mop floors or vacuum, including accessible areas under furniture and along edges.
• Dust baseboards, pictures, lampshades, knick knacks, windowsills, furniture, light fixtures and other reachable decor.
• Spot clean glass, mirrors and windows to remove fingerprints and smudges.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.

Office and study

• General straightening and light tidying of papers and surfaces.
• Dust baseboards, pictures, lampshades, knick knacks, windowsills, furniture, light fixtures and other reachable decor.
• Polish accessible furniture surfaces.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.
• Vacuum or sweep and mop floors.
• We will not reorganize or sort through paperwork unless specifically requested and pre arranged.

Bedrooms

• General straightening and tidying.
• Make beds. If clean linens are left on the bed we can change them for an extra fee.
• Dust baseboards, pictures, lampshades, knick knacks, windowsills, furniture, light fixtures and other reachable decor.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.
• Vacuum or sweep and mop floors, including under bed edges if accessible.

Bathrooms

• Sanitize showers, bathtubs and enclosures.
• Heavy limescale removal may require an additional service.
• Sanitize sinks, vanities and countertops.
• Clean mirrors and glass surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize toilets.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Remove garbage and replace liners if provided.

General tasks and spot treatments

• Spot clean interior walls to remove fingerprints and light marks.
• Wipe exterior vents and grilles.
• Spot treat small stains on carpets or upholstery.
• Full carpet washing and deep stain removal are optional extras.
• Light dusting of reachable light fixtures and bulbs.

Clarifying notes and common exclusions

• Products and equipment used are eco certified and intended for regular upkeep. They are not intended for heavy remediation tasks.
• Thick grease removal, heavy limescale, heavy mold remediation and post construction dust removal are excluded and require a specialist or a heavy clean add on.
• We do not move or lift heavy furniture or appliances. Tasks that require climbing beyond a three step stool height are not performed for safety and insurance reasons.
• Large event cleanup involving extensive trash hauling, industrial dishwashing or floor scrubbing at scale is excluded from a standard clean.
• Cleaning air conditioners and ventilation systems that involves opening units or ducts is excluded. We will wipe exterior vents and grilles only.
• Full carpet washing, curtain removal and washing, ironing and large scale dishwashing are excluded unless booked as optional extras.
• Hazardous tasks, including handling sharp objects, syringes, unknown chemicals or spaces with strong fumes, are excluded.