{"id":12281,"date":"2017-11-13T05:20:47","date_gmt":"2017-11-13T05:20:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/airbnb-hosting-checklist-3\/"},"modified":"2024-02-28T20:43:24","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T20:43:24","slug":"airbnb-hosting-checklist-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/airbnb-hosting-checklist-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Airbnb Hosting Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"introduction-to-the-airbnb-hosting-checklist\">\n<h2> Introduction to the Airbnb Hosting Checklist: <\/h2>\n<div class=\"image-content\">\n<figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/g-cxewELSyIPAEPEmYFG_w.octet-stream\" alt=\"Airbnb Hosting Checklist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/g-cxewELSyIPAEPEmYFG_w.octet-stream\" \/> <\/a><figcaption>\n     Airbnb Hosting Checklist<br \/>\n   <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/c\/vinayp165\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Airbnb<\/a>&nbsp;(<a href=\"http:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/c\/vinayp165\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">use this link for $40 free credit<\/a>) has rapidly become the leader in the holiday accommodation field.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>People <strong>all over the world are staying in Airbnb<\/strong> listed accommodation and the opportunity to use Airbnb to list your own or spare property is being taken by many.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Process Street<\/a> Airbnb hosting checklist is geared <strong>to help guide property owners<\/strong> through all the necessary steps to <strong>welcoming clients, hosting them, and checking them out<\/strong> while creating a great experience for the guests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Better experiences mean better reviews, and better reviews mean more guests. It's a simple process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Click the &quot;<strong>I want this for my business<\/strong>&quot; button above to use this as an interactive checklist!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Check out this video below<\/strong> for some extra tips and tricks.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"video-content\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\">\n   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7n2kny0neAk?modestbranding=1&amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"> <\/iframe>\n  <\/div>\n<div class=\"description\">\n    OverLaLuna - How to Host on Airbnb: 10 Tips and Tricks for Hosting\n  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"arrival-preparation\">\n<h2> Arrival Preparation: <\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-the-booking\">\n<h2> Confirm the booking <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><strong>Confirm that you've accepted<\/strong> the booking for the guest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This will kick off the whole process and make sure the guest doesn't change their mind and find someone else.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Always try to respond to requests as quickly as possible.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the form fields below&nbsp;<\/strong>to record the information of the guest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Name <\/label><br \/>\n   <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled=\"disabled\" class=\"form-control\" \/>\n  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Arrival date <\/label> <\/p>\n<div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled=\"disabled\" class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button>\n   <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Checkout date <\/label> <\/p>\n<div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled=\"disabled\" class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button>\n   <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-the-bed\">\n<h2> Make the bed <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The bed is maybe the most important part of what someone's paying for. <strong>They want to sleep and they want to sleep comfortably.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Make sure there are <strong>clean sheets on the bed<\/strong> and the bedroom looks clean and presentable.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"lay-out-new-towels\">\n<h2> Lay out new towels <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Provide fresh towels in the bathroom for your incoming guests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hand towels and bath towels<\/strong> appropriate to the number of guests.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-sure-toilet-paper-is-stocked-up\">\n<h2> Make sure toilet paper is stocked up <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>It sounds like the most obvious thing in the world, but if you forget then your guest is going to leave a scathing review.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If they<strong> arrive late at night or shops aren't easily accessible<\/strong> then you risk a catastrophe.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"confirm-all-cleaning-materials-are-available\">\n<h2> Confirm all cleaning materials are available <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Make sure cloths, sponges, sprays and creams are all provided.<\/p>\n<p>If your guests are able to clean for themselves, then you may be left with <strong>a lot less cleaning for yourself.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You aren't the only person in this transaction who would like to be<strong> left a positive review!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-kitchen-essentials\">\n<h2> Check kitchen essentials <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>You should already have the various things in your kitchen which your guest will need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Basics like crockery or cutlery<\/strong> will still be present unless damaged or stolen by previous guests. However, <strong>salt, pepper, or oil<\/strong> can run low simply through regular use. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use this subchecklist to double check<\/strong> the important items are present.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Salt, herbs, and spices\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Butter and oil\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Clean crockery and cutlery\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Washing up liquid\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Stock food: pasta\/rice\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Kitchen towels\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       7\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Extra food or drinks\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"add-useful-spares\">\n<h2> Add useful spares <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>For some items, you may want to leave spares available to your guests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Leave spare bedsheets, towels, light bulbs, and trash can bags<\/strong>. Items like these are ones your guest is unlikely to bring themselves.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"lock-any-personal-items-in-a-private-space\">\n<h2> Lock any personal items in a private space <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Your Airbnb property may be only for guest use, in which case <strong>you will probably not keep personal possessions<\/strong> there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However, some people will use their Airbnb&nbsp;for personal use as well. If you keep personal belongings at the residence, make sure <strong>these items are securely locked away in a safe or a locked room.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-for-safety-hazards\">\n<h2> Check for safety hazards <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Make sure you have taken <strong>all reasonable effort to provide for the safety of any guest<\/strong> who stays in your accommodation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use this short subchecklist<\/strong> to confirm you have checked the following items.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      All items in the first aid kit are accounted for\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Fire alarms\/carbon monoxide detectors have been checked\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      The fire extinguisher is working\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"send-the-welcome-pack\">\n<h2> Send the welcome pack <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>To welcome your new arrival you can take a couple of steps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Send the guest a <strong>pre-prepared welcome pack in advance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Leave <strong>welcome materials in the accommodation<\/strong> for arrival<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide some useful items<\/strong> to help them enjoy their stay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A typical welcome pack which you can send the guest may contain <strong>arrival instructions<\/strong> (where you will meet them, how to contact you),&nbsp;<strong>instructions for appliances<\/strong> (washing machine, oven, shower, etc), <strong>all relevant passwords<\/strong> (building codes, wifi, television or Netflix&nbsp;access, etc), and <strong>house rules<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>What you decide to include in your house rules is up to you, and will vary on the nature of your accommodation. An apartment in a complex may require a curfew for noise, whereas a farmhouse in the country might not have those restrictions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can also leave a number of items for your incoming guests.<strong> Use the subchecklist below<\/strong> for some examples.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Beach towels and umbrellas\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Playing cards\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      DVDs\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Guidebook to the area\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Maps\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Personal recommendations of bars or restaurants\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><strong>Use the email widget below<\/strong> to send your welcome pack.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"leave-a-spare-key-for-the-new-arrival\">\n<h2> Leave a spare key for the new arrival <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>A spare key is a very small investment, but one which can easily avoid catastrophe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Leave a spare key<\/strong> with the welcome materials in case they lose the main one.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"meet-your-new-guests\">\n<h2> Meet your new guests <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Welcoming your new guests on arrival is <strong>best practice for running your Airbnb<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This allows you to make sure the <strong>arrival works smoothly<\/strong>, helps you <strong>control who has access<\/strong> to your accommodation, and puts a <strong>friendly face<\/strong> to the experience - helping <strong>you pick up better reviews<\/strong> in the process!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"checking-out\">\n<h2> Checking Out: <\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"send-a-message-on-day-of-checkout-confirming-instructions\">\n<h2> Send a message on day of checkout confirming instructions <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><strong>Contact your guests when they're due to check out<\/strong> so that you can talk them through the process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You could include where you will meet them, or where they need to deposit their keys.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the email widget below<\/strong> to contact them.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"collect-the-keys-from-the-guestdeposit-box\">\n<h2> Collect the keys from the guest\/deposit box <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Make sure you retrieve <strong>both sets of keys<\/strong> from the guest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Either<strong> collect these from the guest in person<\/strong>&nbsp;or, if you do not have time, arrange for the guest to <strong>leave the keys in a deposit box<\/strong>\/put them through the letterbox of the accommodation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-to-see-nothing-has-been-damaged\">\n<h2> Check to see nothing has been damaged <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Go through each room and check all items are still working or have not been damaged.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the subchecklist to check<\/strong> a number of key items.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      TV\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Kitchen appliances\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Bed\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Wardrobes\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       5\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Bathroom fittings\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       6\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Living room furniture\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-sure-nothing-was-stolen\">\n<h2> Make sure nothing was stolen <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Smaller items may not be damaged but they can be at risk of being stolen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It's unlikely someone is going to steal your sofa without significant prior planning, but<strong> people often steal items provided by hotels.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the subchecklist<\/strong> to make sure smaller items haven't been stolen.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n<ul class=\"items\">\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       1\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Toiletries\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       2\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Kitchen utensils\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       3\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Television\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"item\">\n<div class=\"step-number-container\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">\n       4\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n<div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item-name-static\">\n      Ornaments\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"contact-the-guest-to-thank-them-and-request-a-review\">\n<h2> Contact the guest to thank them and request a review <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Thank the guest for staying with you. Let them know you will be providing them with a review.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Request them to leave you a positive review<\/strong>. Prompting people to review you positively can improve your chances of receiving one.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the email widget<\/strong> to reach out to them.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"review-the-guest\">\n<h2> Review the guest <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Leave an<strong> honest review of the guest<\/strong> for future hosts to see.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use the form field below&nbsp;<\/strong>to record the review you are going to leave.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Review of the guest <\/label><br \/>\n   <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled=\"disabled\" class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"cleaning\">\n<h2> Cleaning: <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>It's important to<strong> clean everything once a guest has left.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If something sticky has been spilt or the bathroom is a mess, you don't want to leave it a week to fester before dealing with it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You also put yourself at risk of attracting<strong> insects or vermin if food or bins are left unattended.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can use our Process Street <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/house-cleaning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">house cleaning checklist<\/a> or <strong>follow the 7 next tasks<\/strong> to return your accommodation to its pristine condition.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"tidy-the-apartment\">\n<h2> Tidy the apartment <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Go through each room and <strong>make the place look presentable.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Put chairs back under tables, readjust the cushions, and put appliances back where they should be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"take-out-the-bins\">\n<h2> Take out the bins <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The longer trash is left out the more likely it will start to smell.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Even worse, you could find yourself with <strong>the bigger problem of insects or vermin.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Make sure all trash is taken out<\/strong> as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wash-all-linen-and-towels\">\n<h2> Wash all linen and towels <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><strong>Any materials which have been used should be washed<\/strong> immediately so you don't forget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Cushion covers and other cloth around the house should also be <strong>washed on a regular basis.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-the-bathroom\">\n<h2> Clean the bathroom <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p><strong>If you want a bad review on Airbnb<\/strong>, a surefire way is to provide a dirty bathroom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As a lot of bathrooms are white, <strong>they show dirt more easily<\/strong> than other areas of the house.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If your bathroom is dirty, your guests will assume that<strong> the rest of the accommodation hasn't been cleaned adequately either.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clear-the-fridge-and-shelves-of-any-perishables\">\n<h2> Clear the fridge and shelves of any perishables <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>It's a great idea to provide useful food for your guests, but that should be bought fresh!<\/p>\n<p>Don't leave your guests food from the previous inhabitants.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Make sure the <strong>fridge and freezer are sparkling clean.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wipe-down-all-the-sides\">\n<h2> Wipe down all the sides <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>All surface tops should be wiped clean with disinfectant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your guests will notice and appreciate it!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"vacuum-or-mop-the-floors\">\n<h2> Vacuum or mop the floors <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>Run a vacuum over any carpets and mop any tiled floors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Use a nice smelling cleaning agent and<strong> the whole house will smell fresh.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"clean-the-entrance-to-the-accommodation\">\n<h2> Clean the entrance to the accommodation <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<p>The first thing any future guests will see is not your accommodation, but the entrance to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you're letting an apartment, make sure the hallway is clean and<strong> consider leaving a welcome mat.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you're letting a house, <strong>check the drive or garden looks presentable.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sources\">\n<h2> Sources: <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.airbnbguide.com\/preparing-your-home-for-guests-airbnb-host-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.airbnbguide.com\/preparing-your-home-for-guests-airbnb-host-checklist\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/community.airbnb.com\/t5\/Hosts\/Free-Checklists-for-hosts\/td-p\/5415\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/community.airbnb.com\/t5\/Hosts\/Free-Checklists-for-hosts\/td-p\/5415<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/theabundanthost.com\/the-crucial-things-not-to-forget-when-you-live-in-the-home-you-airbnb\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/theabundanthost.com\/the-crucial-things-not-to-forget-when-you-live-in-the-home-you-airbnb\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/theabundanthost.com\/the-crucial-things-not-to-forget-when-you-live-in-the-home-you-airbnb\/<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/learnairbnb.com\/easy-airbnb-cleaning-turnover-properly\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/learnairbnb.com\/easy-airbnb-cleaning-turnover-properly\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/learnairbnb.com\/easy-airbnb-cleaning-turnover-properly\/<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/how-prepare-your-home-airbnb-vrbo-other-short-term-guests.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/how-prepare-your-home-airbnb-vrbo-other-short-term-guests.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/how-prepare-your-home-airbnb-vrbo-other-short-term-guests.html<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getproperly.com\/en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getproperly.com\/en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.getproperly.com\/en<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/www.evelynbadia.com\/airbnb-host-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.evelynbadia.com\/airbnb-host-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.evelynbadia.com\/airbnb-host-checklist\/<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.airsorted.uk\/2015\/05\/15\/the-airbnb-checklist-what-to-remember\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.airsorted.uk\/2015\/05\/15\/the-airbnb-checklist-what-to-remember\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/blog.airsorted.uk\/2015\/05\/15\/the-airbnb-checklist-what-to-remember\/<\/a><br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/home-for-prague.com\/2014\/checklist-airbnb-bathroom\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/home-for-prague.com\/2014\/checklist-airbnb-bathroom\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/home-for-prague.com\/2014\/checklist-airbnb-bathroom\/<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hurdlr.com\/blog\/airbnb\/airbnb-tax-deductions#.WEW_UeYrK00\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hurdlr.com\/blog\/airbnb\/airbnb-tax-deductions#.WEW_UeYrK00\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/hurdlr.com\/blog\/airbnb\/airbnb-tax-deductions#.WEW_UeYrK00<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"related-checklists\">\n<h2> Related Checklists: <\/h2>\n<div class=\"text-content\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/end-of-tenancy-cleaning-service-guide\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">End of Tenancy Cleaning Service Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/house-cleaning-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">House Cleaning Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/pre-listing-house-cleaning-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Pre-Listing House Cleaning Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/budget-template\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Budget Template<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/daily-budget-template\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Daily Budget Template<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/daily-schedule-template\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Daily Schedule Template<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/daily-routine-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Daily Routine Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/weekly-meal-planner\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Weekly Meal Planner<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/fitness-planner\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fitness Planner<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/airbnb-hosting-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Airbnb Hosting Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/camping-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Camping Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/hunting-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hunting Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/backpacking-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Backpacking Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/used-car-buying-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Used Car Buying Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/wedding-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wedding Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a 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