House Cleaning Checklist
We believe in total transparency. Every residential cleaning performed by The Queening Crew follows our structured, room-by-room standards with professional two-person teams. Explore our full checklist or use it interactively for your own home.
What’s Included in Every Service
Our two-person cleaning crews work with coordinated precision. Here is the standard scope included in every regular clean.
Kitchen & Dining
Sanitized, degreased, and polished to a royal shine
- Countertops and backsplash cleaned, degreased, and sanitized (all items moved and cleaned behind)
- Kitchen sink thoroughly scrubbed, sanitized, and chrome faucets shined
- Exterior of all major appliances cleaned and polished (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher)
- Microwave cleaned and sanitized inside and out, including turntable
- Stovetop thoroughly degreased, burners wiped, and control knobs cleaned
- Cabinet and drawer exteriors wiped down and hand-detailed
- Small appliances wiped down (coffee maker, toaster, mixer exterior)
- Windows above sinks cleaned and left streak-free
- Window sills, frames, and trim dusted and wiped down
- Walls, light fixtures, corners, and accessible vents cobwebbed
- Trash and recycling emptied, receptacles sanitized, fresh liners placed
- Throw rugs shaken out and vacuumed
- Kitchen table, breakfast bar, and seating dusted and wiped down
- Pantry floor and entryway edged and vacuumed
- Baseboards hand-wiped and floor edges detailed
- Hard floors swept, edged, vacuumed, and hand-mopped
- Signature Queening Crew finishing touches completed
Bathrooms
Deep-scrubbed, sanitized, and spotlessly polished
- Vanity countertops, sinks, and backsplashes cleaned and sanitized
- Faucets, handles, and chrome hardware polished and descaled
- Mirrors and glass cleaned streak-free to a crystal shine
- Shower stalls, tubs, and surrounding tile walls deep-scrubbed and sanitized
- Shower glass doors cleaned, descaled, and polished streak-free
- Toilet thoroughly sanitized inside and out, including base, hinge covers, and behind
- Cabinet fronts, drawer exteriors, and hardware hand-wiped
- Switch plates, door handles, and outlet covers sanitized
- Towel bars, toilet paper holders, and hooks polished
- Pictures, decor, ledges, and shelving cobwebbed and dusted
- Window sills and blinds cobwebbed and wiped down
- Trash bins emptied, sanitized, and re-lined
- Baseboards and trim hand-wiped along entire bathroom perimeter
- Linen closet or storage floor vacuumed
- Bath mats shaken out, vacuumed, and neatly replaced
- Tile and hard floors hand-washed and sanitized
- Signature Queening Crew finishing touches completed
Bedrooms & Living Areas
Dust-free, refreshed, and neatly detailed for relaxing living
- All horizontal furniture surfaces dusted (tables, dressers, nightstands, consoles)
- Beds straightened and made with fresh presentation
- Mirrors, picture glass, and decorative glass cleaned streak-free
- Ceiling fans (under 10 ft), light fixtures, and wall art carefully cobwebbed
- Window sills, accessible ledges, and door frames dusted and wiped down
- Blinds cobwebbed and dusted
- Trash bins and home office wastebaskets emptied and lined
- All upholstered furniture surface-vacuumed (cushions and crevices)
- Electronics, TV screens, and gaming consoles dusted with microfiber
- Light switches, door handles, and high-touch areas disinfected
- French doors and storm doors glass cleaned inside and out
- Under easily reachable light furniture vacuumed
- Carpets and large rugs thoroughly vacuumed with edge detailing
- Hardwood, laminate, and tile floors swept, vacuumed, and mopped
- Signature Queening Crew finishing touches completed
How to Use a Cleaning Checklist
Before starting any major undertaking in life, it’s always best to have a clear game plan. Whether you’re organizing an itinerary for a family vacation, writing an outline, or stepping into the grocery store with a list, preparing ahead of time saves hours of wasted effort.
Our residential cleaning checklist isn’t just for our crews — we share it publicly so Charlotte and Lake Norman homeowners have a complete reference for their own homes. Seeing everything written out in advance breaks daunting upkeep into digestible, achievable pieces.
Stay on Top of Your Cleaning Schedule
Whether you clean yourself or partner with a professional cleaning service, categorizing home maintenance by cadence prevents buildup from becoming overwhelming.
Daily Maintenance
High TrafficLight touchups that keep busy family homes running smoothly day in and day out.
- Wipe kitchen counters & table
- Wash or load dishes
- Quick evening sink rinse
- Make the beds
- Quick high-traffic floor sweep
Weekly Care
Most PopularStandard residential cleaning keeping dust, soap scum, and buildup permanently away.
- Full bathroom sanitizing & scrubbing
- Whole-home vacuuming & mopping
- Thorough kitchen degreasing & microwave
- Dusting all furniture & electronics
- Emptying all trash & fresh linens
Biweekly / 4-Week Reset
Scheduled UpkeepDependable recurring rhythm for working professionals and consistent home upkeep.
- Baseboards & floor edges wipe-down
- Doors, door frames & window sills
- Appliance exterior polishing
- Cabinet fronts & switch plates wipe
- Upholstery crevice vacuuming
Seasonal Deep Clean
Deep DetailIntensive royal resets tackling deep buildup, appliances, and seasonal transition.
- Inside oven & inside refrigerator (add-on)
- Inside cabinets & pantry reset (add-on)
- Interior windows & tracks detail (add-on)
- Light fixture & ceiling fan deep wipe
- Move-in / move-out full detailing
Working with Your Professional Cleaning Team
The best scenario is when you and your cleaning service are completely aligned. Review this checklist before your appointment, let us know about any special surface instructions or focus areas, and let our two-person crew take care of the heavy lifting. Offload the scrubbing, sanitizing, and dusting so you can enjoy your home again.
Save or Print This Cleaning Checklist
Keep a copy on your fridge, tablet, or home binder to track family chores or prepare for your next scheduled service.
Need More Than Routine Care?
This checklist reflects our standard Crown Clean. For homes with accumulated buildup, seasonal resets, or moving deadlines, explore our specialized packages:
- Royal Reset ($499+): Full baseboards, doors, frames, window sills, and heavy buildup
- Royal Treatment ($599+): Whole-home intensive detailing and deep scrub
- Royal Move ($649+): Empty home move-in / move-out with appliances & cabinets
Our 24-Hour Satisfaction Promise
If any item included in your booked service scope does not meet our defined standard, notify us within 24 hours. We’ll return promptly to make it right at no additional charge.
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