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The 75-Point Turnover Checklist, Free to Print.

This is the Fluffy Turnover Standard, the 75 checks we inspect against, laid out to print and tick off. It is free to use with whoever cleans your property: no email, no download form. Print it and hand it over. For what each line is for and how long a turn takes, read the vacation rental turnover cleaning checklist guide.

By Lazaro Moreira, owner of Fluffy · Charleston, SC · Updated September 2026

Fluffy Turnover Standard v1.0: 75-Point Turnover Checklist
Property: ____________________________ Date: ____________ Cleaned by: ____________________ Inspected by: ____________________

Seventy-five points, in the order a turnover is actually worked. Print it, hand it to whoever cleans your property, and ask for it back signed. If your current cleaner passes all of it, you have a good one. If the argument is that some of it is unnecessary, that is worth having before a guest has it for you.

1. Before the crew arrives

  1. 1.01Booking confirmed against the calendar: checkout time, check-in time, same-day flip or not
  2. 1.02Access confirmed: door code, key location, gate pass, parking and where to load
  3. 1.03Par levels to hand: how many sheets, towels, rolls and bottles this property holds
  4. 1.04Previous turnover report read, including anything flagged as damaged or missing
  5. 1.05Linen and consumables loaded for this property before leaving, not collected en route

2. Entry, living and dining

  1. 2.01Entry swept and washed; sand and grit removed at the threshold
  2. 2.02Floors vacuumed and mopped, including under furniture edges and along baseboards
  3. 2.03Rugs vacuumed both sides of the pile; edges straightened
  4. 2.04Upholstery checked for stains and crumbs; under and behind cushions cleared
  5. 2.05Cushions reset and plumped; throws folded
  6. 2.06Remotes, switches, handles and thermostats disinfected
  7. 2.07Tabletops, shelves and console surfaces cleared and wiped
  8. 2.08Windows and glass doors free of marks at eye level; sills wiped
  9. 2.09Decor, books and games returned to their places
  10. 2.10Nothing of the previous guest left anywhere in the room

3. Kitchen

  1. 3.01Refrigerator emptied of guest food, shelves and drawers wiped, seals cleaned
  2. 3.02Freezer checked and wiped; ice tray or maker cleared
  3. 3.03Oven interior wiped; racks and door glass cleaned
  4. 3.04Stovetop, burners and knobs degreased; hood filter checked
  5. 3.05Microwave cleaned inside and out, including the turntable
  6. 3.06Dishwasher emptied, filter checked, interior wiped, door seal cleaned
  7. 3.07Coffee maker emptied, rinsed and reset; pods or filters restocked
  8. 3.08Toaster crumb tray emptied
  9. 3.09Sink and drain scrubbed; faucet and sprayer polished
  10. 3.10Countertops and backsplash cleaned to the wall
  11. 3.11Every cabinet and drawer opened and checked, not assumed
  12. 3.12Crockery, glassware and cutlery counted against par and spot-checked for residue
  13. 3.13Bin emptied, liner replaced, container itself washed
  14. 3.14Floor swept and mopped, including under the toe-kick and behind the bin

4. Bedrooms

  1. 4.01All bed linen stripped and bagged, not reused
  2. 4.02Mattress protector checked for stains; replaced if marked
  3. 4.03Mattress and base checked underneath and between for left items
  4. 4.04Beds made hotel-style with fresh linen, corners square
  5. 4.05Pillows plumped, matched and cased; decorative pillows placed
  6. 4.06Headboard wiped, including the underside edge
  7. 4.07Nightstands cleared, wiped, drawers checked and emptied
  8. 4.08Lamps, switches and charging points wiped and tested
  9. 4.09Wardrobes and drawers opened, emptied and wiped; hangers counted to par
  10. 4.10Mirrors and glass cleaned at eye level
  11. 4.11Under the bed checked and vacuumed
  12. 4.12Floors vacuumed to the edges; hard floors mopped

5. Bathrooms

  1. 5.01Toilet cleaned inside, outside, behind, and the underside of the seat and hinges
  2. 5.02Shower and tub scrubbed including the drain, and hair removed
  3. 5.03Shower glass cleared of water marks; door track cleaned
  4. 5.04Grout and tile checked at floor level and in corners
  5. 5.05Sink, drain and overflow cleaned; faucet polished
  6. 5.06Vanity surfaces cleared and wiped; drawers and cabinets checked
  7. 5.07Mirror cleaned with no streaks at eye height
  8. 5.08Extractor fan grille checked for dust
  9. 5.09Fresh towels to par, folded and placed; used towels removed
  10. 5.10Toilet paper restocked to par, with a spare visible
  11. 5.11Soap, shampoo and amenities restocked to par and wiped clean
  12. 5.12Bin emptied, liner replaced, container washed
  13. 5.13Floors washed including behind the door and around the toilet base
  14. 5.14Nothing of the previous guest left in a cabinet or on a shelf

6. Outdoor spaces

  1. 6.01Porch, piazza or deck swept; furniture wiped
  2. 6.02Outdoor cushions checked, brushed and reset
  3. 6.03Grill cleaned, grease tray emptied, gas or charcoal level checked
  4. 6.04Outdoor dining surfaces and rails wiped
  5. 6.05Hot tub checked, and reported if it needs servicing before arrival
  6. 6.06Pool area cleared of debris; furniture reset
  7. 6.07Bins put out or returned according to the collection day
  8. 6.08Entry path, steps and outdoor lighting checked and clear

7. Final pass, before it is called ready

  1. 7.01Every room re-entered and looked at from the doorway, the way a guest sees it
  2. 7.02Smell checked in every room, especially bathrooms and the kitchen
  3. 7.03Air conditioning or heating set to the arrival setting
  4. 7.04All lights, lamps and switches tested; bulbs replaced if out
  5. 7.05Wi-Fi details, house manual and welcome material present and correct
  6. 7.06Windows and doors closed, and locks checked
  7. 7.07Consumables cross-checked against par one final time
  8. 7.08Anything damaged, missing or needing repair recorded with a photo
  9. 7.09Photos taken of each finished room as it was left
  10. 7.10Report submitted the same day, not the next morning
  11. 7.11Property locked and access returned as agreed
  12. 7.12Guest-ready confirmation sent before check-in time
Based on the Fluffy Turnover Standard v1.0 by Fluffy, www.fluffychs.com/turnover-standard, licensed CC BY 4.0 · (843) 268-8511
Questions this gets asked

Can I use this checklist with my own cleaner?

Yes, that is what it is for. Print it, hand it over, and ask for it back signed. It is free to use and there is nothing to sign up for.

What is a 75-point cleaning checklist?

A turnover standard broken into seventy-five individual checks across seven stages, from the information the crew arrives with through to the guest-ready confirmation. Scoring against defined points rather than a pass or fail makes failures comparable across properties and over time.

How is this different from a normal house cleaning list?

A turnover is not a house clean with a deadline. It is a reset to a standard a stranger will grade within an hour of arriving, so it includes par-level restocking, photo evidence, damage reporting and a guest-ready confirmation that a domestic clean has no reason to cover.

Does Fluffy actually use this?

Yes. Every clean runs against these points and is checked by a supervisor rather than the person who cleaned the room, with photos of how the property was left.

What if my cleaner says some points are unnecessary?

That is a useful conversation to have, and much better to have it now than after a guest raises it in a review. Some points genuinely do not apply to some properties. The ones worth insisting on are the bathroom checks, under and behind furniture, and the final pass.

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