cleaning checklist
At Bestie Cleaning, we make every space sparkle. Serving homes, offices and rentals in Northern Virginia, our professional team delivers reliable, detail-oriented cleaning with a personal touch. Licensed, insured and trusted by our community, we tailor each service to your needs, ensuring a spotless and welcoming environment every time.
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Cleaning Checklist
Our cleaning checklist ensures every visit is consistent and thorough. It outlines the key tasks our team completes in each area of your home or office, helping maintain a fresh, clean, and well-organized space every time.
Common Areas
(Living Areas, Bedrooms, Hallways)
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
- Dust/wipe light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Set & stage living room items.
- Sweeping 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
- Clean and wipe mirrors and glass items
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, desks and other surfaces
- Dust TVs, monitors and other electronics
Kitchen
- Clear countertops
- Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges
- Wipe, clean and dry sinks and faucets
- Removing items from counter tops and cleaning all countrers
- Cleaning stovetops and burners
- Wipe exterior of fridge, stovetop, microwave and dishwasher
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges and other surfaces
- Feather dust art and decor (within reach)*
- Wipe and sanitize light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Sweep & mop all flooring
- Remove trash and replace trash can liners
Bathroom
- Clean and sanitize shower/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 or cabinets and drawers
- Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only)*
- Dust and wipe shelves and ledges
- Wipe and sanitize light fixtures
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Clean exposed base boards
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
Common Areas
(Living Areas, Bedrooms, Hallways)
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
- Dust/wipe light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Set & stage living room items.
- Sweeping 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
- Clean and wipe mirrors and glass items
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, desks and other surfaces
- Dust TVs, monitors and other electronics
- Wipe down and detail clean baseboards
- Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only)*
Kitchen
- Clear countertops
- Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges
- Wipe, clean and dry sinks and faucets
- Removing items from counter tops and cleaning all countrers
- Cleaning stovetops and burners
- Wipe exterior of fridge, stovetop, microwave and dishwasher
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges and other surfaces
- Feather dust art and decor (within reach)*
- Wipe and sanitize light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Sweep & mop all flooring
- Remove trash and replace trash can liners
- Clean hood vents
- Dust and wipe windowsills and blinds
- Wipe interior windowpanes (within reach)*
Bathrooms
- Clean and sanitize shower/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 or cabinets and drawers
- Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only)*
- Dust and wipe shelves and ledges
- Wipe and sanitize light fixtures
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Clean exposed base boards
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
- Spot clean walls (within reach)*
Common Areas
(Living Areas, Bedrooms, Hallways)
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
- Dust/wipe light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Set & stage living room items.
- Sweeping 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
- Clean and wipe mirrors and glass items
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges, desks and other surfaces
- Dust TVs, monitors and other electronics
Kitchen
- Clear countertops
- Clean and sanitize countertops and ledges
- Wipe, clean and dry sinks and faucets
- Removing items from counter tops and cleaning all countrers
- Cleaning stovetops and burners
- Wipe exterior of fridge, stovetop, microwave and dishwasher
- Dust and wipe shelves, ledges and other surfaces
- Feather dust art and decor (within reach)*
- Wipe and sanitize light switches
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Sweep & mop all flooring
- Remove trash and replace trash can liners
Bathroom
- Clean and sanitize shower/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 or cabinets and drawers
- Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only)*
- Dust and wipe shelves and ledges
- Wipe and sanitize light fixtures
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Clean exposed base boards
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Sweep and mop all flooring
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Cleaning Checklist
Our cleaning checklist ensures every visit is consistent and thorough. It outlines the key tasks our team completes in each area of your home or office, helping maintain a fresh, clean, and well-organized space every time.
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
Extra Rooms & Storage
(Laundry, Indoor Patio, Basement & Garage)
- 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
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
Common Areas
(Reception, Lobby, Stairways, Landings, Conference & Meeting Rooms, Open Offices & Waiting Areas)
- 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
- 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
Kitchen & Break Rooms
- 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 & Storage
(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
Bathrooms
- Clean and sanitize shower/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 or cabinets and drawers
- Wipe interior windowpanes (inside only)*
- Dust and wipe shelves and ledges
- Wipe and sanitize light fixtures
- Dust door frames (within reach)*
- Clean exposed base boards
- Remove ceiling cobwebs (within reach)*
- Dust reachable vents
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures (within reach)*
- Feather dust wall art and decor (within reach)*
- Spot clean walls (within reach)*
Optional Add-Ons
- Deep cleaning
- Inside oven or refrigerator
- Inside cabinets or drawers
- Interior windows
- Move-in / move-out cleaning
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)
Extra Rooms & Storage
(Laundry, Indoor Patio, Basement & Garage)
- 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
Restrooms
- 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)