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Holiday Hosting Cleaning Checklist: A 48-Hour Plan Before Guests Arrive

Getting ready for company? Use this Florida-friendly, humidity-aware plan to make your home sparkle fast. Follow the 48-hour timeline below, then keep your space pristine with ongoing residential cleaning—or book a full deep cleaning if it has been a while since your last reset.

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Guest-Ready
Humidity-Aware
Checklists

48 Hours Before: Clear & Reset

  • Declutter high-traffic zones: entry, living room, dining table, guest bath counters.
  • Kitchen reset: empty sink & dishwasher, wipe cabinet fronts & pulls, degrease stove/hood splash area.
  • Dust high-low: ceiling fans, vents, baseboards; Florida humidity can cling dust—use microfiber.
  • Laundry start: guest linens/towels washed & folded; stash a spare set for spills.
  • Trash & recycling: empty, clean cans, add liners; neutralize odors with baking soda.

24 Hours Before: Shine & Sanitize

  • Bathrooms deep touch-up: descale glass, scrub grout edges, shine mirrors & fixtures.
  • Floors: thorough vacuum (edges, under sofas), then mop; prioritize kitchen & entry.
  • Guest room: fresh sheets, dust nightstands/lamps, add tissue box & charging access.
  • Fridge sweep: clear space for party dishes; quick shelf wipe to remove sticky spots.
  • Outdoor/entry: sweep porch, shake mats; wipe door glass & handle.

Morning Of: Finishing Touches

  • Speed bathroom reset: wipe counters, faucet, toilet seat & handle; hang fresh hand towel.
  • Kitchen sparkle: spot-clean stainless, clear sink, run/disguise trash & compost.
  • Surfaces: coffee table/dining table wiped; arrange seating for easy flow.
  • Air quality: open windows briefly if weather allows; run AC fan to circulate.
  • Ambience: set lighting, soft playlist, and a light, neutral room scent.

High-Impact Spots Guests Notice

  • Kitchen: sink empty & dry, counters cleared, stove glass free of smudges.
  • Bathrooms: streak-free mirrors, spotless glass, stocked toilet paper.
  • Entryway: shoe/storage basket, clean doormat, dust-free baseboards.
  • Living room: fluff pillows/throws, dust TV frame, corral remotes in a tray.

Supplies Checklist

  • Microfiber cloths, glass cleaner, all-purpose spray/degreaser
  • Bathroom descaler/grout brush, disinfecting wipes
  • Vacuum with edge tool, mop, fresh mop pad
  • Trash liners, baking soda, spare hand towels & TP

Hosting multiple stays? Our Airbnb cleaning team follows checklists and syncs schedules for back-to-back turnovers.

Need a Bigger Reset?

If you recently renovated, start with post-construction cleaning to remove fine dust before hosting. For offices or event venues, see our commercial cleaning solutions.

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Choose a one-time deep clean or a maintenance plan—weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.

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