If you’ve ever had your home professionally cleaned, you might think you know what to expect from an Airbnb cleaning. But short-term rental turnovers—like the kind we do every day at Southwest Custom Home Care—are a whole different ball game. Whether your property is in Maricopa, Tempe, or Scottsdale, keeping your place guest-ready takes more than just tidying up. It’s about creating a five-star experience that starts the moment a guest walks in the door.
Let’s break down what makes Airbnb cleanings unique, why hiring a company that specializes in turnover service matters, and how we help you protect your income and ratings in a competitive market like Phoenix.
What Sets Airbnb Cleaning Apart?
Unlike traditional residential cleaning, Airbnb cleanings are all about speed, consistency, and presentation. Guests have high expectations, and reviews can make or break your rental’s success. Every turnover is an opportunity to impress, and there’s no room for missed details.
Regular home cleaning focuses on overall upkeep—vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and light organizing. Airbnb turnovers, on the other hand, are about restoring your property to the same polished, photo-ready state every single time. That means restocking supplies, making beds with crisp linens, checking for damage, and setting the scene as if it were day one.
Short-Term Rental Turnovers Are All We Do
At Southwest Custom Home Care, we don’t do weekly residential cleanings or commercial janitorial work—we focus exclusively on Airbnb and short-term rental cleanings throughout Phoenix, including Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert. This specialty focus means we understand the fast pace, the tight deadlines, and the need for absolute consistency across every turnover.
When a guest checks out, you don’t have the luxury of waiting a few days to tidy up. Often, there’s just a small window of time before the next guest arrives, and everything needs to be perfect. That’s where we come in.
The Typical Steps of an Airbnb Cleaning
While every property is a little different, most Airbnb turnover cleanings follow a structured process. Here’s a general overview of the steps a cleaning company like ours goes through:
1. Check-Out Confirmation
We verify that the guest has fully checked out, and the space is clear and ready for cleaning. This prevents interruptions and helps us assess any potential damage or maintenance needs early.
2. Initial Walkthrough
Our team does a walkthrough to identify any issues like missing items, stains, or damage. This is also when we check for left-behind personal items, which we can store or notify the host about.
3. Full Surface Cleaning
All surfaces are cleaned and disinfected. This includes kitchen counters, bathroom fixtures, tables, and all high-touch areas like remotes, light switches, and door handles.
4. Linen and Towel Replacement
Used linens and towels are stripped and replaced with fresh, hotel-style sets provided by the host or managed through a linen service. Beds are made neatly and uniformly to match listing photos.
5. Restocking Essentials
We restock guest supplies such as toiletries, paper products, dish soap, coffee pods, and more—based on your inventory preferences. This ensures each guest has everything they need from the moment they arrive.
6. Garbage and Recycling
All trash and recycling are emptied, and new liners are placed. We also take care to check under furniture and in closets for anything that might be hiding.
7. Final Walkthrough and Staging
The final step is setting the space to look exactly like it does in your listing photos—pillows fluffed, throws folded, lighting adjusted, and every detail in its place.
Same-Day Turnovers When You Need Them Most
In a busy rental market like Phoenix, sometimes things don’t go according to plan. Maybe a guest leaves early, or you get a last-minute booking. We offer same-day turnover services at a premium cost for exactly these situations. When time is tight and the pressure is on, we’ve got your back with reliable support to keep your rental booked and earning.
Maximize Your Earnings with Reliable Turnover Service
The goal of every Airbnb host is to maximize occupancy and maintain glowing reviews. That’s nearly impossible without a dependable, detail-oriented cleaning team behind the scenes. A few dusty corners or a missing amenity can quickly lead to a negative review—and that can cost you bookings.
Our team understands how important that 5-star rating is, and we clean with that in mind every time. From staging to restocking, our systems are designed to give your guests a great first impression that translates into better reviews and repeat stays.
Why Professional Airbnb Cleaning Pays Off
Choosing a cleaning company that specializes in short-term rentals can seem like a small decision, but it makes a big difference over time. Professional turnover services:
- Reduce your stress by handling everything from cleaning to inventory
- Increase your revenue by ensuring your property is always guest-ready
- Protect your reputation with consistent, high-quality presentation
- Help you avoid missed cleanings that could cancel bookings
Whether you’re managing one unit in Maricopa or a portfolio across Mesa and Scottsdale, having a reliable partner can change the game.
Airbnb cleaning is its own category of service—fast-paced, detail-driven, and directly tied to your bottom line. At Southwest Custom Home Care, we’ve built our entire business around supporting short-term rental hosts in Phoenix and surrounding areas. We don’t just clean your space—we protect your income, your reputation, and your time.
If you’re ready to take a hands-off approach to turnovers while still maintaining five-star standards, we’re here to help.