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How to Prep Your Property for Listing on Airbnb: Blue Clean’s Cleaning Guide




Listing your property on Airbnb is a top-notch way to earn some extra cash, but to attract the best guests and get rave reviews, your space needs to be spotless. At Blue Clean, we know how crucial cleanliness is to the success of your short-term rental. Here’s a detailed guide to ensure your property meets Airbnb's high standards.


Start with a Deep/Initial Clean


If it’s your first time listing your property on Airbnb, we highly recommend kicking things off with a deep or initial clean. This ensures every nook and cranny of your home is clean and disinfected, setting a solid foundation for regular cleanings down the track.


  • Light Switches and Power Points: Cleaning light switches, power points, light fittings, and light/bulb covers.

  • Cobwebs and Dust: Removing cobwebs, cleaning external surfaces of cupboards and wardrobes, and dusting skirting boards.

  • Doors and Frames: Wiping down door surfaces, door handles, and door frames.

  • Walls: Spot cleaning minor marks around light switches and power points.

  • Furniture: Dusting and wiping accessible surfaces on furniture.

  • Windows: Cleaning interior window glasses, window sills/tracks, and window frames.

  • Balcony: Cleaning balcony door glass inside and out.


Bathroom

  • Glass and Mirrors: Polishing glasses and mirrors.

  • External Surfaces: Cleaning external surfaces of cupboards and drawers.

  • Disinfection: Cleaning and disinfecting the shower, bathtub, toilet, and sink.


Kitchen

  • Appliances: Cleaning external surfaces of the stove, splash-back, sink, and microwave.

  • Cupboards: Wiping over accessible external surfaces on kitchen cupboards.

  • Large Appliances: Cleaning external surfaces of the oven, fridge, and dishwasher.



Keep Up with Regular Cleaning


Once the initial deep cleaning is done, it is crucial to maintain the property in optimal condition. Our regular Airbnb cleaning service includes the following tasks:


Bathroom

  • General Cleaning: Cleaning the shower, glasses, mirrors, bathtub, toilet, and sink.

  • Change of Mats and Towels: Replacing hand towels and bath mats.

  • Restocking: Restocking toilet paper, hand soap, shampoo, and body wash.


Bedroom

  • Surface Cleaning: Spot wiping wardrobe surfaces.

  • Linen Change: Changing bed linen (quilt cover, pillow case, and set of sheets).

  • Vacuuming: Vacuuming under the bed if accessible.

  • Towel Replacement: Replacing towels.


Kitchen

  • General Cleaning: Cleaning external surfaces of the stove, splash-back, cupboards, sink, and microwave.

  • Internal Cleaning: Spot wiping accessible inside the bottom surfaces of kitchen cupboards, the inside of the fridge, and the inside of the oven.

  • Dishwasher: Unloading the dishwasher and putting dishes away.

  • Restocking: Replacing tea towels and restocking consumables.

  • Washing Machine: Checking inside the washing machine.


Additional Tips for a Successful Airbnb Property


Keep the Property Clutter-Free


Maintaining a clutter-free property is essential. Ensure the space is free from unnecessary items, keeping only what is necessary. Sometimes, less is more—your property should be more sober, clean, and clear. This minimalistic approach extends to the kitchen, where only essential items should be present.


Emergency Keys for Cleaners


Always have emergency keys available for cleaners. This ensures that cleaning staff can access the property in case of emergencies, preventing any disruptions in service.


Linen Management


It is important to have a considerable amount of linen available. This allows for proper rotation and helps avoid damage. Adequate linen stock ensures that fresh and clean linens are always available for each guest.


Hire Professional Cleaning Services


To ensure your property is always in tip-top shape, consider hiring a professional cleaning service like Blue Clean. Our services are specifically designed to meet Airbnb standards, ensuring your property is always guest-ready.


Benefits of hiring Blue Clean


  • Experience and professionalism: Our team is trained to handle all your property’s cleaning needs.

  • Flexibility: We offer regular and deep cleaning services as needed.

  • Peace of mind: Knowing your property will be in top condition for every guest, leads to better reviews and more bookings.

  • High-Quality Linen At Blue Clean, we provide high-quality linen, ensuring a great rotation system to maintain its condition. Fresh, luxurious linens contribute to a superior guest experience.

  • Real-Time Tracking System We use a tracking system that allows you to monitor the cleaning service in real-time while the cleaner is at the property. This ensures transparency and accountability, giving you peace of mind.

  • Delivery Services In addition to cleaning, we offer delivery services, making it even more convenient for you to manage your Airbnb property. We ensure that all necessary supplies are delivered on time, maintaining the high standards your guests expect.

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