Cleaning Checklist

Review our detailed cleaning checklist for both residential and commercial services here. Have questions? Email us at [email protected] or call 703-552-8777 — we’re happy to help!

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Kitchen
Standard
Deep

Move In / Out

Clear countertops

Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges

Wipe, clean and dry sinks and faucets

Removing of Items from Counter Tops & Cleaning All Counter Tops

Clean stovetop and burners

Wipe exterior of fridge, stove, microwave, and dishwasher

Clean hood vents

Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds

Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only*)

Dust and wipe shelves, ledges and other surfaces

Feather dust wall art and décor (within reach*)

Wipe and sanitize light switches

Dust door frames (within reach*)

Remove cobwebs from ceilings (within reach*)

Dust reachable vents

Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach*)

Hand-detail and clean exposed baseboards

Clean / Spot-clean walls (within reach*)

Sweep and mop all flooring

Remove trash & replace trash can liners

Common Areas
(Living rooms, bedrooms, hallways)
Standard
Deep

Move In / Out

Feather dust wall art and décor (within reach*)

Dust and wipe light switches

Dust door frames (within reach*)

Remove cobwebs from ceilings (within reach*)

Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach*)

Wipe down and detail clean baseboards

Set and stage living room items

Sweep and mop all hard floors (hardwood, tile etc.)

Vacuum carpeted floors and rugs (without moving heavy furniture*)

Vacuum inside closets (floors only)

Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds

Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only*)

Clean and wipe mirrors and glass items

Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, desks and other surfaces

Dust TVs, monitors and other electronics

Bathrooms
Standard
Deep

Move In / Out

Clean and sanitize shower or tub

Wipe and dry sink and faucets

Clean inside, outside, and around toilet

Wipe mirrors and glass items

Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges

Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds

Wipe exterior of cabinets and drawers

Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only*)

Dust and wipe shelves and ledges

Spot-clean walls (within reach*)

Wipe and sanitize light switches

Dust door frames (within reach*)

Hand-detail and clean exposed baseboards

Remove cobwebs from ceilings (within reach*)

Dust reachable vents

Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach*)

Feather dust wall art and décor (within reach*)

Remove trash and replace liners (liners must be provided*)

Sweep and mop all flooring (hardwood, tile etc.)

Extra Rooms
(Laundry Rooms, Indoor Patios, Basements & garages)
Standard
Deep

Move In / Out

Remove cobwebs throughout

Dust and wipe down exterior of washer and dryer

Clean glass doorways and windows (inside only*)

Pick up and bag all trash

Sweep all flooring

Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds

Mop tile floors

Note:

  • Tasks marked “within reach” do not include climbing ladders or moving heavy furniture (over 20 lbs) unless requested and agreed upon in advance.
  • Trash liners must be provided by the client unless otherwise arranged.
  • Custom add-ons available upon request for high-touch or neglected areas.

General & Common Areas

(Reception, Lobby, Stairways/Landings, Conference & Meeting Rooms, Open Offices & Waiting Areas)

  • Dust & wipe all accessible surfaces (desks, tables, counters, shelves, ledges, décor)
  • Dust wall art, vents, light fixtures, ceiling fans, blinds, and window sills (within reach)
  • Hand-detail baseboards, door frames, and trim
  • Spot-clean walls, doors, and high-touch surfaces (switches, handles, phones, shared equipment)
  • Clean mirrors and interior windows (inside only)
  • Vacuum carpets, rugs, and furniture (without moving heavy furniture)
  • Sweep and mop hard floors.
  • Empty trash, replace liners, and dispose of waste
  • Remove cobwebs (within reach)
  • Optional: Stage furniture or décor for a neat appearance

Kitchen & Break-rooms

  • Wipe & sanitize counters, tables, backsplash
  • Clean sinks and faucets
  • Wipe exterior of appliances; clean interior on request
  • Wipe cabinet exteriors
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Empty trash and replace liners
  • Optional: Deep-clean tile/grout

Restrooms

  • Clean, disinfect, and polish sinks, faucets, countertops, and fixtures
  • Clean and sanitize toilets, urinals, and surrounding areas
  • Wipe mirrors and glass
  • Dust vents, light fixtures, and reachable ceiling fans
  • Spot-clean walls, doors, and high-touch surfaces
  • Sweep and mop floors
  • Empty trash, replace liners, and replenish soap, towels, and tissue

Extra Rooms & Storage

  • Includes: Laundry Rooms, Indoor Patios, Basements, Garages & Storage Rooms
  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings, corners, and vents (within reach)
  • Dust & wipe appliances, counters, shelves, and ledges
  • Sweep, mop, or vacuum floors
  • Clean interior glass doors/windows (inside only)
  • Empty trash, pick up debris
  • Organize accessible storage areas

Common & Office Areas


(Safety note: Cleaners wear gloves and masks as needed for hygiene and safety.)

  • Remove all construction debris and large materials
  • Bag and dispose of trash (confirm designated disposal areas)
  • Remove leftover nails, screws, staples or packing materials
  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings, corners, and vents (within reach)
  • Dust ceiling fans, vents, and light fixtures
  • Dust and wipe all reachable surfaces: ceiling fans, vents, light fixtures, shelves, ledges, wall art and décor
  • Clean interior windows and accessible exterior windows
  • Wipe window sills, blinds, and tracks
  • Clean and polish mirrors and other glass surfaces
  • Sweep, vacuum and mop all hard flooring thoroughly.
  • Vacuum carpets and mats, including edges and corners
  • Spot clean stains or paint residue on flooring
  • Wipe and sanitize light switches and phones
  • Safety note: For post-construction cleaning, our cleaners wear gloves, masks and eye protection when handling debris, nails or dust.

Kitchen & Utility Areas

  • Wipe and clean all countertops and ledges
  • Clean inside and outside of cabinets and drawers
  • Wipe exterior surfaces of appliances (fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher)
  • Sweep and mop all hard floors
  • Vacuum carpets and mats

    Optional Extras
  • Clean inside appliances (microwave, oven, fridge)

Extra Rooms

(Laundry, Indoor Patio, Basement, & Garage)

  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners
  • Detail baseboards, trim, and moldings
  • Dust and wipe down all appliances and fixtures
  • Clean glass doors and windows (* inside only)
  • Pick up and bag all trash and debris
  • Sweep, mop and vacuum floors as appropriate

Common Areas

(Living Rooms, Bedrooms, Hallways & Offices)

  • Feather dust wall art, décor, and accessible surfaces (within reach)
  • Dust and wipe light switches, door frames, and baseboards
  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners (within reach)
  • Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and reachable vents
  • Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, desks, and other surfaces
  • Dust TVs, monitors, and electronics
  • Clean and polish mirrors and glass surfaces
  • Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds; clean interior windowpanes (inside only)
  • Sweep and mop all hard floors (hardwood, tile, etc.)
  • Vacuum carpeted floors and rugs (without moving heavy furniture)
  • Vacuum inside closets (floors only)
  • Set and stage furniture and décor for a neat appearance
  • Remove trash and replace liners (liners must be provided)

Kitchen

  • Clear and wipe all countertops and ledges
  • Clean and sanitize sinks, faucets, and backsplash areas
  • Clean stovetop and burners
  • Wipe exterior of appliances (fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher)
  • Clean inside microwave (and other appliances on request)
  • Wipe exterior of cabinets and drawers
  • Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, and other surfaces
  • Dust reachable vents, ceiling fans, and light fixtures
  • Spot-clean walls (within reach)
  • Sweep and mop all floors
  • Remove trash and replace liners (liners must be provided)

Bathrooms

  • Clean and sanitize showers, tubs, sinks, and faucets
  • Clean inside, outside, and around toilets
  • Wipe mirrors and glass surfaces
  • Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges
  • Wipe exterior of cabinets and drawers
  • Dust and wipe windowsills, shelves, and ledges
  • Spot-clean walls (within reach)
  • Wipe and sanitize light switches
  • Dust door frames and baseboards
  • Dust reachable vents, ceiling fans, and light fixtures
  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings (within reach)
  • Sweep and mop all flooring
  • Remove trash and replace liners (liners must be provided)

Extra Rooms

(Laundyr Room, Indoor Patios, Basements & Garages)

  • Remove cobwebs throughout
  • Dust and wipe down exterior of washer, dryer, and other appliances
  • Clean interior glass doors/windows (inside only)
  • Pick up and bag all trash
  • Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors as appropriate


Before & After Cleaning Pictures

At Bestie Cleaning, we take the pressure of cleaning off your shoulders and deliver results you can see. Our before-and-after transformations across the NOVA counties speak for themselves. With professional tools, quality supplies and a skilled team, we handle jobs of any size — no matter the condition of the home or appliances.

Our commitment to You

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

  • Our professional and detail-oriented cleaners team will make every corner of your place shine and sparkle.
  • We follow a thorough checklist to make things perfect every-time.
  • No-questions-asked, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
  • If anything isn’t right, we’ll come back and fix it within 24 hours.
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Email:
[email protected]
Call: (703) 552-8777
We proudly serve Fairfax & Prince William Counties in Northern Virginia.

Our Hours

Mon: 8 am – 6 pm
Tue: 8 am – 6 pm
Wed: 8 am – 6 pm
Thu: 8 am – 6 pm
Fri: 8 am – 6 pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

When you book your appointment, our system will take your card information. On the day of your booking at 7am, there will be a hold charge on your card. Your payment will be processed the same day of cleaning. If you reschedule your cleaning less than 24 hours in advance, there will be a fee of 50% charged to your card on file.
If you cancel your cleaning less than 24 hours in advance, there will be a fee up to 50% of your booking total. This would include if our cleaner(s) show up to your house and there is no key or code to get inside and are unable to enter the home for any reason. Our cleaner(s) will make every effort to contact you if this occurs but if you are unreachable and they can’t get in, there will be a cancellation fee.

  • Booking: Appointments are scheduled based on availability and confirmed once booked by phone, email, or online.
  • Access: Clients must provide safe entry (present, key code, lockbox, concierge, etc.).
  • Cancellations/Lock-outs: Cancellations or reschedules with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a 30% fee for reschedules or 50% for cancellations/lock-outs.
  • Rescheduling: Clients requesting to reschedule an appointment must notify us at least 24 hours in advance. Rescheduling requests made with less than 24 hours’ notice are subject to availability and may incur additional fees.
  • Frequent cancellations may lead to fees, rate changes or loss of preferred time slot.
  • Weekly clients who skip will be charged the biweekly rate.
  • Biweekly clients who skip will be charged the monthly rate.
  • Monthly clients who extend beyond six weeks will incur a $40 fee.
  • Notice: At least 24 hrs’ notice required for reschedules. Requests under 24 hrs are subject to availability and fees.
  • Good Faith: Bestie Cleaning will make every effort to accommodate rescheduling, but availability outside the original booking is not guaranteed.

Payment is due at the time of service unless otherwise agreed in writing. A late fee of $45 or 5% of the total fee, whichever is greater, will be applied to any unpaid balance 20 calendar days after the service date or invoice date. Accounts that remain unpaid after 20 days may be suspended and referred to a licensed collections agency, with the client responsible for any additional collection or legal costs incurred.

  • We recognize that emergencies happen and offer urgent cleaning services when possible.
  • To request an expedited appointment, please contact us directly at 703-552-8777 or email [email protected]. Provide details about the urgency, service location, and any special requirements so we can assist promptly.
  • While we make every effort to accommodate urgent requests, availability depends on our staffing and schedule. Urgent or same-day requests may incur additional fees due to the expedited nature of the service.

Payment is due immediately upon completion of each service. For recurring clients, payment must be made on the scheduled day of service unless alternative arrangements have been formally approved in writing. We accept credit or debit card payments only. A valid card must be placed on file at the time of booking to secure your appointment. For safety and record-keeping purposes, we do not accept cash payments under any circumstances.

All cleaning services are billed at the price agreed upon at booking. Initial quotes are based on information provided (home size, number of rooms, and standard condition) and assume typical upkeep. If our team encounters conditions significantly different from those described – such as excessive clutter, heavy pet hair, hoarding, or biohazards (pet waste, mold) – we may adjust the rate, which will be communicated before service begins.

We stand by our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Simple, if you are unhappy with your clean and feel as though our home cleaning professionals missed anything – send us pictures within 24 hours and we will put it right at no extra cost.