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Kitchen Checklist
- Countertops wiped and sanitized
- Sink scrubbed and shined
- Faucet cleaned
- Stovetop and drip pans cleaned
- Appliance exteriors wiped — refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven
- Microwave interior wiped
- Cabinet fronts wiped
- Trash emptied and relined
- Floor swept and mopped
Bathroom Checklist
- Toilet scrubbed inside and out including base and behind
- Shower and tub surfaces cleaned
- Shower glass wiped
- Sink and faucet cleaned
- Mirror wiped streak-free
- Countertop and vanity wiped
- Trash emptied and relined
- Floor mopped
Bedroom Checklist
- All surfaces dusted — nightstands, dressers, shelves
- Ceiling fans dusted
- Blinds wiped
- Furniture dusted
- Floors vacuumed
- Hard floors mopped
- Beds made if linens are left out
- Trash emptied
Living Room and Common Areas Checklist
- All surfaces dusted — tables, shelves, entertainment units
- Ceiling fans dusted
- Blinds wiped
- Floors vacuumed including under cushions if accessible
- Hard floors mopped
- Trash emptied
Hallways and Entryways Checklist
- Surfaces and shelves dusted
- Floors vacuumed and mopped
- Mirrors wiped if present
What Gets Added in a Deep Clean
- Inside all kitchen appliances
- Inside all cabinets and drawers
- Baseboards throughout the home
- Window sills and window tracks
- Door frames and interior door surfaces
- Light fixtures wiped
- Behind and under furniture where accessible
- Grout scrubbed in bathrooms
- HVAC vents dusted
- Light switches and outlet covers
Key Takeaways
- Every standard cleaning visit covers kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, and hallways
- Key tasks include dusting, vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing bathrooms, wiping surfaces, and emptying trash
- Deep cleaning adds inside appliances, baseboards, window sills, grout, and behind furniture
- Polished Living Cleaning uses a 50-point checklist on every visit throughout Northern Virginia
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