Domestic Cleaning Services: Define the Home Checklist

List kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas and floors that need attention. State whether the property is furnished, occupied or vacant and what tasks should be prioritised. A deep clean or rental handover has a different checklist.

Inside ovens, refrigerators, cupboards, windows, carpet extraction, upholstery and exterior areas are not automatically included. Request each item, note material or condition concerns and confirm it in writing.

Review scope, price basis, timing, supplies, keys, parking, pets and cancellation or rescheduling terms directly with the provider. Do not assume a specific cleaner, background check, product type or guarantee unless confirmed in current service terms.

Secure valuables, clear access to agreed surfaces and identify restricted rooms or delicate finishes. Repairs, pest control, mould remediation, hazardous waste, childcare and heavy lifting are outside ordinary domestic cleaning unless separately assessed.