Cleaning Procedures For Rental

Comprehensive Guide for Cleaning Sanitation of Vacation Rental

As travel resumes we are committed to maintaining rigorous protocols to ensure the highest level of cleanliness and safety at our property. Florida Keys Vacation Villas applies comprehensive sanitation and cleaning program for months in order to instill more confidence in our guests and communities.

Based on a review of more than one thousand cleaning checklists from leading vacation rental managers and hospitality operators and updated resources from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), we have compiled this guide for the ‘New Clean’ for our vacation rental property in the wake of COVID-19.

Note, this checklist focuses on steps to ensure cleanliness and disinfection and assumes additional procedures will be followed to routinely inspect the quality and safety of our property.

Make sure to thoroughly clean your hands in accordance with WHO guidelines

Wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds and dry thoroughly
Use alcohol-based sanitizer if you don’t have immediate access to soap and water
Wash hands after blowing your nose, coughing, sneezing, using the restroom, or discarding trash
Make sure to wear disposable gloves on both hands when cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
If gloves are removed during cleaning, wash hands immediately
If reusable gloves are used, dedicate them solely for COVID-19 cleaning
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth throughout the clean as much as possible
Follow CDC and EPA guidelines for approved cleaning products and disinfectants
Check that cleaners contain chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, detergents, iodophors, or alcohols
Never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser
Check to make sure the products have not expired-
Refer to manufacturer’s instructions for proper ventilation
Follow CDC guidelines for approved disposable products (e.g. disinfecting wipes and paper towels)
Record the time and date that work is started and stopped
Ventilate rooms by opening doors and windows before beginning to clean and disinfect

General & Preparation

Kitchen

Clean and disinfect all surfaces with CDC approved detergent and disinfecting products

Wipe down all countertops and surfaces
Wipe exterior of all cabinets
Wipe down and vacuum all cabinets and drawers
Wipe down backsplash
Clean and disinfect kitchen sink
Wipe down the faucet
Polish the inside of the sink
Wipe down any cleaning supplies left for guests to use
Clean the garbage disposal by running it with dish soap
Empty trash
After discarding trash perform hand hygiene
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on trash and recycling receptacles
Replace used kitchen supplies (e.g. paper towels, dish soap, hand soap, and sponges)
Make sure the dishwasher is clean and empty
Wash all dishes and utensils (be prepared to run dishwasher multiple times)
Wipe down the exterior of the dishwasher including handle and buttons
Clean and disinfect silverware tray
Confirm the refrigerator and freezer are clean and empty
Remove racks and drawers, clean thoroughly
Wipe down the exterior of the refrigerator
Check the oven for cleanliness
Make sure interior, exterior and knobs are wiped down
Clean and disinfect burner rings and plates
Pull out and clean oven bottom drawer
Check under range hood for grease in vent
Wipe down the oven door, and check for streaks and smudges
Clean and disinfect all small appliances
Coffee maker
Wash pot
Blender
Wipe down exterior with disinfectant
Sterilize blender and blade in the dishwasher
Wipe down buttons and switches
Ice maker and trays
Dispose of old ice and make fresh ice
Clean and disinfect surface area
Microwave
Toaster
Clean and disinfect surface area
Wipe down turntable and all buttons, and ensure they are functioning
Remove all crumbs
Wipe down exterior, knobs and buttons
Wipe all wall smudges
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs and trim
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Wipe down light switches on walls and lamps
Wipe down thermostat
Clean and disinfect the cleaning equipment for guests (e.g. broom, vacuum, and chemicals)

Clean and sanitize the couch
Vacuum underneath the couch and couch cushions
Pull out sleeper sofa, if applicable
Change linens on sleeper sofa, if applicable
Sanitize couch cushions with disinfecting spray
Clean and disinfect all surfaces and furniture
Wipe down drawers, tables and entertainment center
Clean and disinfect floor
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs, and door trim
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Wipe all wall smudges
Wipe down electronics and entertainment items accessible to guests
Wipe down buttons
Clean and disinfect remote control
Wipe down light switches (wall and on lamps)
Wipe down thermostat and gas fireplace controls

Living Room

Dining Room

Clean and disinfect all surfaces
Wipe down the table and ensure there are no streaks
Wipe down all chairs and other furniture in the room
Sanitize placemats
Clean and disinfect floor
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs and trim
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Wipe all wall smudges
Wipe down light switches on walls and lamps
Wipe down thermostat and gas fireplace controls

Wipe down all surfaces
Clean and disinfect lamp bases & shades, fans, and light fixtures
Make sure each bed is guest-ready
Strip all sheets and bedding
Bag all dirty linens, and do not shake to minimize spreading germs in the air
Sanitize mattress pad, bed skirt, and pillows with disinfecting spray
Wipe down headboards and bedframes
Make the bed with new sheets, shams and pillowcases
Wipe down all mirrors and picture frames
Clean and disinfect all electronics and associated remote controls
Wipe out all drawers and chests
Check the closet for any items that were left behind
Clean and disinfect all hangers
Dust the shelves
Wipe down closet doors, doorknobs, and door trim
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Scrub all wall smudges
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs, and door trim
Clean and disinfect floor
Wipe down thermostats and window or portable AC units
Wipe down inside of any gas fireplace controls
Empty trash
After discarding trash perform hand hygiene
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on the trash and recycling receptacles

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Clean & disinfect counters
Clean and disinfect sink, backsplash, mirror and faucet
Clean and disinfect medicine cabinet inside and out
Remove any items that many have been left behind
Ensure the bathtub and shower are guest-ready
Clean and disinfect shower and tub
Check for mildew and mold
Ensure the tub grout is clean and free of soap scum
Wipe down faucet and shower head
Ensure the drain is clear
Replace the shower liner
Ensure the toilet is spotless
Clean and disinfect toilet, including base, lid, handle and seat
Flush the toilet to ensure there are no leaks and that it drains correctly
Replace used toilet paper with new roll and ensure there are at least two extra rolls - Clean and disinfect the floor
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs, and door trim
Wipe all wall smudges
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Wipe down light switches
Empty trash
After discarding trash perform hand hygiene
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on trash and recycling receptacles
Vacuum and clean the bathroom exhaust fan area
Wipe down any exterior plastic parts you can reach

Wipe down all surfaces
Clean and disinfect the washer and dryer and ensure they are empty
Clean and disinfect all buttons and knobs
Ensure there is no mold in the washer seal
Keep doors cracked open to prevent mold
Clean out lint trap in the dryer
Wipe down any laundry baskets, soap containers and detergent bottle
Vacuum, clean and disinfect the floor
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs, and door trim
Wipe all wall smudges
Clean and disinfect windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers
Wipe down light switches on walls
Empty trash
After discarding trash perform hand hygiene
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on trash and recycling receptacles

Laundry Room

Exterior

Clean and disinfect doors, doorknobs, locks, lockboxes, and keyless entry hubs
Clean and disinfect any outdoor furniture
Clean and disinfect all handrails and any other commonly touched surfaces
Clean garage area of any debris
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on trash and recycling receptacles
Clean and disinfect cleaning equipment accessible to guests (e.g. mop handles and step stool)
Wipe down any guest accessible amenities (e.g. bikes)
Make sure exterior lights are working
Wipe down any associated outside light switches

Clean and disinfect all surfaces with CDC approved detergent and disinfecting products
Wipe down all countertops and surfaces
Wipe exterior of all cabinets
Wipe down all cabinets and drawers
Wipe down backsplash
Clean and disinfect kitchen sink
Wipe down the faucet
Polish the inside of the sink
Wipe down any cleaning supplies left for guests to use
Clean the garbage disposal by running it with dish soap
Empty trash
After discarding trash perform hand hygiene
Wipe down all exposed surfaces inside and out on trash and recycling receptacles
Replace used kitchen supplies (e.g. paper towels, dish soap, hand soap, and sponges)
Make sure the dishwasher is clean and empty
Wash all dishes and utensils (be prepared to run dishwasher multiple times)
Clean and disinfect silverware tray
Confirm the refrigerator and freezer are clean and empty
Remove racks and drawers, clean thoroughly
Wipe down the exterior of the refrigerator
Check the oven for cleanliness
Make sure exterior and knobs are wiped down
Clean and disinfect burner rings and plates
Pull out and clean oven bottom drawer
Check for grease in grease trap
Wipe down the oven door, and check for streaks and smudges
Clean and disinfect all small appliances
Wash pot
Blender
Wipe down exterior with disinfectant
Sterilize blender and blade in the dishwasher
Wipe down buttons and switches
Ice maker and trays
Dispose of old ice and make fresh ice
Clean and disinfect surface area
Microwave
Clean and disinfect surface area
Wipe down turntable and all buttons, and ensure they are functioning
Remove all crumbs
Wipe down exterior, knobs and buttons
Wipe all wall smudges
Wipe down front and back of doors, doorknobs and trim
Wipe down light switches on walls and door handles
Clean and disinfect the cleaning equipment for guests (e.g. broom, pool vacuum, and chemicals)