Comprehensive Standard House Cleaning Checklist in Cleveland

📌 SERVICE DESCRIPTION – STANDARD CLEANING
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Standard Cleaning is designed for homes that are consistently maintained and cleaned on a regular basis.
This service helps keep your home fresh, organized, and under control — without allowing dirt and buildup to accumulate over time.
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This service is ideal for:
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• Homes cleaned on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly schedule
• Clients looking to maintain an already clean home
• Homes with little to no buildup of grease, dust, or residue
• Recurring clients after an initial Deep Cleaning service
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Our Standard Cleaning focuses on maintenance and includes:
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• Dusting of accessible surfaces
• Vacuuming and mopping floors
• Cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms
• Kitchen surface cleaning (countertops, exterior of appliances)
• Light trash removal
• Light general tidying (within standard cleaning conditions)
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⚠️ Important Notice:

Standard Cleaning is intended for maintenance only.
If your home has not been professionally cleaned in several weeks, or if there is visible buildup, grease, or accumulated dirt, a Deep Cleaning service will be required for the first visit.
Homes that do not meet maintenance conditions may be subject to a service upgrade or rescheduling.
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✅ STANDARD CLEANING CHECKLIST
 
 
🛋 LIVING ROOM / COMMON AREAS
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• Dust accessible surfaces
• Clean tables, shelves, and furniture
• Clean light switches and door handles
• Clean mirrors
• Light dusting of baseboards
• Clean window sills
• Clean window frames (glass not included)
• Vacuum rugs and carpets
• Sweep and mop floors
• Light tidying (within normal conditions)
• Take out trash
 
🍽 KITCHEN
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• Clean countertops
• Clean exterior of cabinets
• Clean exterior of refrigerator
• Clean exterior of stove
• Clean microwave (inside and outside)
• Clean sink and faucet
• Clean table and chairs
• Light dusting of baseboards
• Clean window sills
• Clean window frames (glass not included)
• Sweep and mop floors
• Take out trash
 
🚿 BATHROOM
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• Clean toilet (inside and outside)
• Clean sink and countertop
• Clean mirrors
• Clean shower or bathtub (standard level – no heavy scrubbing)
• Clean faucets and fixtures
• Light dusting of baseboards
• Clean window sills
• Clean window frames (glass not included)
• Sweep and mop floors
• Take out trash
 
🛏 BEDROOMS
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• Dust furniture and accessible surfaces
• Clean mirrors
• Light dusting of baseboards
• Clean window sills
• Clean window frames (glass not included)

• Vacuum rugs and carpets
• Sweep and mop floors
• Make the bed (if linens are available)
• Take out trash

 
📌 IMPORTANT NOTES – REGULAR CLEANING
 
Baseboards

During regular cleaning, baseboards receive light dusting only.
Deep scrubbing or removal of heavy buildup is considered a Deep Cleaning service.
 
Dishes in the Sink

If there are dishes in the sink, the cleaner will check if they can be placed in the dishwasher.
If this is not possible, the office will be notified to contact the client.
Dishwashing is not included in regular cleaning and is charged separately.
Pricing is determined upon arrival, as it depends on the quantity and condition of the dishes.
 
Important:

• We only wash dishes
• We do not dry or put dishes away
• A designated space must be available for dishes to air dry
 
Home Preparation & Organization

We do not provide home organization services.
The home must be prepared prior to the cleaning appointment to allow our team to clean efficiently.
 
Personal items such as:
• clothes
• shoes
• personal belongings must be put away before the cleaning begins.
 
📌 WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
 
The following services are not part of our services:
 
• Post-construction or renovation cleaning
• Hoarding or heavily cluttered homes
• Home organization services
• Dishwashing (unless added and approved)
• Wall cleaning
• Inside air conditioning units (AC cleaning)
• Mold, biohazards, or unsafe conditions
 
If any of these conditions are present, service may be limited, rescheduled, canceled, or subject to additional charges, at the Company’s sole discretion.
 
📌 ADDITIONAL SERVICES (ADD-ONS AVAILABLE)
 
The following services can be added to your cleaning:
 
• Inside fridge
• Inside cabinets 
• Inside oven
• Laundry (wash & dry only)
• Interior windows
• Sliding doors (inside & outside)
• Garage cleaning
• Patio, balcony, or porch cleaning
• Green / eco-friendly products
 
Important Notes:

• We do not fold clothes or organize closets
• Exterior window cleaning is only available in select cases — please contact us for details
• Add-ons must be selected in advance or may be subject to availability


🧽 Cleaning Supplies & Client Responsibilities
 
We bring our own cleaning equipment and supplies for all services.
 
However, clients are responsible for providing the following items:
 
• Trash bags
• Paper towels (if preferred for use in the home)
 
🧺 Laundry (Add-On Service)
 
Laundry services are performed on-site using the client’s washer and dryer.
 
Clients must provide:
 
• Laundry detergent
• Dryer sheets (if preferred)
 
The number of loads completed during the service depends on:
 
• The size and capacity of the washer and dryer
• The duration of the cleaning appointment
• The type and condition of the items
 
Items may be grouped when appropriate (e.g., whites, colors, towels), based on standard laundry practices.
We are not responsible for sorting preferences unless specific instructions are provided in advance.
Laundry service includes wash and dry only.
We do not fold, organize, or put away clothes.
 
If required supplies are not available, the laundry service may not be performed and will not be discounted.
 
✨ Important Reminder

Cleaning results depend on the condition of the home and are performed within standard cleaning conditions.
Heavy buildup, excessive clutter, or special requests may require additional time or services.

 
The scope of work is limited to visible and accessible areas only.

The Company is not responsible for damage caused by fragile, improperly installed, or pre-existing conditions of surfaces, items, or fixtures including normal wear and tear.

For safety and liability reasons, our cleaners do not move heavy or bulky items. Any furniture or items that require dragging or may cause damage to floors or surfaces must be moved by the client prior to the appointment. Items that cannot be safely lifted will not be moved.