The Ultimate Cleaning Checklist for Guest-Ready Holiday Homes
Cleanliness is the #1 factor in guest reviews for holiday rentals. A single negative review about cleanliness can reduce your bookings by 30%. Here is the exact checklist that Cleaxa — BookKaaro's professional cleaning service — uses for every holiday home turnover.
Before You Start
- Open all windows for 15 minutes to air out the property
- Strip all beds and collect all used linen and towels
- Remove all rubbish from bins throughout the property
- Do a quick walkthrough to spot any damage from the previous guest
Bedroom Checklist
- Wash, dry, and press all linen (sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers)
- Remake beds with fresh linen, hospital-corner style
- Vacuum mattress (flip if required)
- Dust all surfaces: bedside tables, wardrobe tops, mirrors, shelves
- Clean mirror surfaces to streak-free finish
- Wipe light switches and door handles
Bathroom Checklist
- Scrub toilet bowl, lid, seat (inside and out), and base
- Clean and disinfect sink and taps
- Clean and descale shower screen/curtain
- Mop floor with disinfectant
- Replace toilet roll (fresh, folded into a point)
- Restock: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap
Kitchen Checklist
- Wash all dishes, glasses, and cutlery
- Clean inside and outside of fridge — remove expired items
- Clean oven inside and out — remove grease
- Clean stovetop burners and knobs
- Wipe all countertops and splashbacks
- Sweep and mop floor
Professional Cleaning with Cleaxa
Rather than doing it yourself, let Cleaxa — BookKaaro's professional cleaning service — handle every turnover. Our trained teams follow this exact checklist and provide photo documentation after every clean.
Cleaxa turnover cleaning starts from PKR 1,500 depending on property size.
