Short-term Rental Cleaning Guide

-Ventilate rooms. Open windows and allow air to circulate during the entire cleaning process.
-Wash your hands before and after cleaning.  Use soap and water, and scrub for at least 20 seconds.
-Wear masks and disposable gloves while cleaning.  Dispose of gloves after cleaning and wash your hands after      removing gloves.
-Clean surfaces before disinfecting.  Use soap or detergent and water to remove dirt and other impurities. Then,     disinfect using chemicals like bleach or alcohol to kill germs.
-Use approved disinfectants.  Most common disinfectants registered by the Environmental Protection Agency
   are believed to be effective against the coronavirus. Diluted household bleach solutions and cleaning products     with at least 70% alcohol are also believed to be effective.
   Shortcut to the EPA approved list: https://tinyurl.com/COVID-Cleaners

Pay special attention to the contact time required for the disinfectant to be effective. The contact time is listed on the product label.
-Follow instructions for using cleaning supplies.  Never mix household bleach with ammonia or other cleaning        supplies. Doing so can release toxic gasses. Remember to check the expiration date on your cleaning                    supplies.
-Pay special attention to frequently touched surfaces.  A list is provided on Pages 2 and 3 however the      
    contents  of each house may vary.
-Don’t forget about sofas, rugs, drapes, and other soft, porous surfaces.Remove visible dirt, then use                       appropriate cleaners for the material. If possible,machine-wash items according to manufacturer’s instructions.      Disinfectant sprays are also believed to be effective.
-Wash linens at the highest heat setting recommended by the manufacturer.  Bed sheets, mattress covers, hand      and bath towels, kitchen towels and blankets.Wear gloves when handling dirty laundry.
-Empty the vacuum cleaner after every cleaning.Disinfect the vacuum cleaner surfaces.

Clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces.  This list is meant to be helpful but may not be comprehensive for all houses.

General:
- Doorknobs
- Fans and lamp chains
- Garbage and recycling bins
- Hairdryers
- Ironing boards and irons
- Keys
- Light switches
- Railings
- Remote controls
- Tabletops
- Thermostats
- Window sills and window locks

Kitchen:
- Appliances: coffee maker, dishwasher, oven, toaster, etc
- Cabinet handles and pulls
- Condiments: oil, salt, pepper shakers, spices and containers
- Hard-backed chairs
- Kitchenware that is not dishwasher safe: ceramic bowls, kids’ plastic ware, etc.
- Sinks
Bathrooms:
- Faucet handles
- Shower curtains and doors
- Showers and tubs
- Sinks
- Toilets
- Items included in “General” category: doorknobs, garbage bins, lamps,
light switches, remote controls, thermostats, windows, etc. 

Bedrooms:
- Hangers and luggage racks
- Nightstands
- Items included in “General” category: doorknobs, garbage bins, lamps,
light switches, remote controls, thermostats, windows, etc.

Laundry Room and Cleaning Appliances:
- Brooms, mops and other frequently touched items
- Vacuum cleaners
- Washer and Dryer
- Items included in “General” category: doorknobs, garbage bins, lamps,
light switches, remote controls, thermostats, windows, etc. 

Children’s items/Misc.
- High chairs
- Portable cribs
- Toys Other amenities
- Beach equipment
- Board games
- Books, DVDs, etc
- Grill/BBQ and utensils