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By 502 Star Cleaning Service · Published
The short answer
Airbnb turnover cleaning happens between a guest's check-out and the next check-in. The cleaner resets the entire unit — cleaning every room, changing linens and towels, restocking supplies, checking for damage or left items — and reports back to the host, so the property matches its listing photos when the next guest arrives.
The turnover, step by step
- Check-out: the cleaner is notified (usually through a shared calendar) and arrives after the guest leaves
- Walkthrough: note damage, missing items and anything left behind, with photos
- Strip and reset: remove used linens and towels; make beds with fresh sets
- Clean: kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas; take out trash; run or empty the dishwasher
- Restock: toiletries, paper goods, coffee and other supplies from the host's inventory
- Stage: arrange the space to match the listing photos
- Report: send the host a completion message and flag any issues
What hosts should provide
- A written checklist and reference photos of how each room should look
- At least two full sets of linens and towels per bed and bathroom
- A stocked supply closet for restocking
- Access instructions and the booking calendar
- Preferences on reporting damage and who handles repairs
Planning around Louisville's busy weekends
Major events can produce back-to-back bookings with tight turnover windows. Scheduling turnovers in advance and keeping extra linen sets on hand helps keep same-day turnovers on track.
Local rules for Louisville hosts
Louisville Metro requires short-term rental hosts to register their rentals, and some properties need additional zoning approval. Rules can change, so check the current requirements directly with Louisville Metro Government before listing.
Related services in Louisville
- Airbnb CleaningAirbnb turnovers that protect your reviews
- Vacation Rental CleaningGuest-ready turnovers between every stay, on your booking schedule
- Airbnb & Rental ManagementHands-on operational support for short-term and mid-term rentals
- Laundry ServicesWash, dry, fold and fresh linens — handled during your cleaning visit