HOUSE CLEANING RESOURCE
CLEANING CHECKLISTWHOLE HOUSE
Empty trash cans to the dumpster and replace trash bag liners
Inventory of janitorial supplies and ordering additional supplies as needed (see listbelow)
Reporting any damage to the premises via Buildium
Examine the plumbing to make sure no water is running
Dispose of all unclaimed, unmarked personal belongingsOnce per month make sure that all windows and doors lock securely
Replace light bulbs

KITCHEN
Wipe down countertops and cabinets (start to the immediate right of the stove) withanti-bacterial wipes or cleaner
Clean face of appliances (refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher) including door handles
Refrigerators cleaned of all food that is expired and/or leftovers are tossed
Wipe down stovetop
Clean inside of the microwave
Soak stove drip pans and knobs in the sink
Clean inside and around the sink
Sweep and mop floor
Examine the food storage areas to be sure they are clean and there are no perishables

BEDROOMS
Reposition furniture as necessary to vacuum
Declutter, dust, vacuum room and closets
Return furniture to the original position
Wipe down all surfaces with anti-bacterial wipes or cleaner

COMMON AREAS
Re-stock paper products in bathrooms and kitchen
Pick up the clutter and consider recycling or donating unused items
Dust furniture, window blinds, pictures, award plaques, etc. throughout premises

Sweep and mop all tile floors and vacuum all carpet floors throughout the common
areas of the premises, including bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, hallways, stairs,
entry foyer, and study room
Sweep front and rear porch
Vacuum upholstered furniture and floor
As needed, spot treat stains in carpet with appropriate cleaning agents tested forcolorfastness
Wipe down all surfaces with anti-bacterial wipes or cleaner (including stair rails)

BATHROOMS
Clean all surfaces (shower, toilet, vanity, sink, cabinets, etc) with all-purpose cleaner
or anti-bacterial wipes
Clean shower rack/soap dishes
Clean shower track or curtain liner
Rinse walls of tub/shower and dry with a microfiber cloth
Scrub sink and use grout brush along with faucet and drain
Wipe the vanity countertop with an all-purpose cleaner
Wipe down cabinet fronts
Clean mirror: spray glass cleaner on soft cloth and buff shine the faucets
Wash the floor with a cleaning solution
Replace rugs, bathmat, and wastebaskets

OUTSIDE
Pick-up and dispose of trash and debris around entire premises (interior and exterior)
Replace burnt out light bulbs
Once a month, clean windows (interior and exterior)
Wipe down all surfaces with anti-bacterial wipes or cleaner (including doorknobs)

STANDING CLEANING SUPPLIES
Vacuum (replacement bags, if applicable)
Shop-VacSponge mop (do not use braided mops)
Mop bucketMicrofiber cloths
Toilet brush (one per toilet or one per bathroom)
Scrub brush (one per shower)
Spray bottle (3-4 bottles)
Rubber Gloves (4-6 pairs)
SqueegeeBroom
Disinfecting wipes
Mild abrasive
Dust mop
Extendable duster
White vinegar
Dishwashing liquidAll-purpose cleaner
Tub and tile cleaner
Glass cleaner
Baking soda
Supply caddy
Paper towel
Heavy duty trash bags
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper
Paper towels

CLEANING APPLIANCESREFRIGERATOR
Generally speaking, it's a good idea to use a non-toxic cleaning solution to scrub the interiorof the fridge. After all, that's where your food goes! But if you feel more comfortable using avery mild bleach solution, or a product like Fantastic or 409, by all means, do so.
MICROWAVEThe key when deep cleaning a microwave is to create some steam up in there that will help toloosen all the stuck-on crud. You can use white vinegar mixed with water, which will also help
to deodorize the appliance. Lemon juice will do the very same thing. If you don't have eitherof those, water is just fine too. Put whichever liquid you're using into a safe microwave bowl,
heat it for two or so minutes—enough that you create some good steam and then remove fromthe microwave using something to protect your hands. If the turntable needs to be washed,remove it from the microwave at this point and scrub it with hot, soapy water, before setting
aside to dry while you work on the rest of the machine.

ESSENTIAL CLEANING TOOLSSHOP-VAC
The great thing about Shop-Vacs is that you can find relatively effective models that will run
you under $100. They're also pretty sturdy, which means they can stand up to being banged
around a bit more than upright models. Shop-Vacs can also handle both wet and dry jobs.
DISH SOAP
Dish soap can also be diluted with water and used as a mopping solution for sticky wood andtile floors. It can also serve as a stain-remover for upholstered furniture and carpeting.
WHITE VINEGAR
A gallon jug of white vinegar can be very helpful, including, and primarily serving as an odorneutralizer. It's also used to clean glass, scrub the fridge, and clear a drain (when combinedwith baking soda).
HEAVY-DUTY TRASH BAGSFor leak control, basically.
WD-40
There are thousands of uses for WD-40, including things like removing sticky residue fromwalls and floors and getting the glue off of clothing and other fabrics.
FOAMING BATHROOM CLEANER
To use, spray the product all over the shower, sink, and toilet, and let it do most of the workfor you. After a few minutes (longer for more heavily-soiled surfaces), wipe the bubbles away,
and you're done. The more regularly you clean, the easier the cleaning will be.
MILDEW REMOVERThere are a lot of mildew-removing products, like Tilex or X-14. Spray it on mildewed and moldy
areas in the bathroom and walk away. After a few minutes, use a sponge to wipe the Tilex orX-14 residue away.
BORIC ACID
If you do find that the house develops a bug infestation, boric acid is a pest-control productyou'll want to remember exists. Roach sprays also work and are easily found. The biggest thing
about bug infestations is to get on them right as they develop, so they don't spiral out ofcontrol. If you find that the house develops a fruit fly problem, make a few traps using a small
piece of fruit combined with water and a small amount of dish soap. The fruit (or wine orbeer or cider vinegar, etc.) will attract the flies, while the soap will coat their wings,
leaving them unable to fly out to safety, at which point they will drown. Please report a bug
infestation in Buildium.