
A truly spotless home follows a room-by-room checklist so nothing is missed: living areas, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, and hallways each have their own tasks. Below is the framework our team uses on every visit.
Tip: Work top to bottom and left to right in each room so dust and debris always fall onto surfaces you have not cleaned yet.
Living room
- Dust shelves, surfaces and decor
- Wipe electronics and clean light fixtures
- Vacuum upholstery, carpets and rugs
- Clean windows and glass doors
Kitchen
- Sanitize countertops and backsplash
- Clean appliances inside and out
- Wipe cabinets and polish the sink
- Clean the stovetop, oven and range hood
Bathrooms
- Scrub and disinfect the toilet
- Scrub shower, tub, tile and grout
- Clean mirrors, fixtures and countertops
- Sanitize and mop the floor
Bedrooms and hallways
- Dust surfaces and change bed linens
- Vacuum or mop floors
- Clean light switches, door handles and railings
Would rather not do it yourself?
Our team follows a 50-point checklist on every visit.
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See our complete Top Plus 50 cleaning checklist, or learn the difference between a deep clean and a standard clean to choose the right service for your home.
Frequently asked questions
How do professionals clean a house so fast?
Professionals follow a consistent room-by-room checklist and work top to bottom, which prevents rework and missed spots.
What is included in a full house cleaning checklist?
A full checklist covers the living room, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and hallways, from dusting and vacuuming to sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
Can I hire someone to follow this checklist?
Yes. Top Plus Cleaning follows a 50-point checklist on every visit across the DMV and Washington DC area.
