Cleaning is the only part of your Airbnb that affects your reviews after every single booking. One bad turnover can drop your cleanliness score and hurt future reservations. Here is how Montreal's top hosts handle it.
What a professional turnover must cover
Bedroom(s)
- ✓Fresh sheet and duvet cover change
- ✓Clean pillowcases, hotel-folded
- ✓Towels refolded to hotel standard
- ✓All surfaces wiped
- ✓Storage spaces checked
Bathroom
- ✓Full disinfection: toilet, sink, shower/tub
- ✓Streak-free mirrors
- ✓Floor mopped
- ✓Soap, shampoo, toilet paper restocked
Kitchen
- ✓Counters disinfected
- ✓Dishes washed or dishwasher verified
- ✓Appliances wiped
- ✓Trash emptied and bag replaced
- ✓Fridge checked (no guest leftovers)
Living areas
- ✓Floors vacuumed and mopped
- ✓Surfaces dusted
- ✓Cushions replaced
- ✓Photo report sent after each turnover
How to automate your turnovers
- 1.Share your Airbnb calendar access (or sync dates by email) so turnovers are scheduled automatically
- 2.Set up a clear access protocol from the start - key lockbox, entry code, or concierge
- 3.Write your standards down: towel position, where to put dirty linens, what to restock
- 4.Request a photo report after every turnover for remote confirmation
- 5.Agree on a protocol for unexpected situations (very dirty property, damage, forgotten items)
Airbnb cleaning costs in Montreal
- Studio / 1 bedroom (under 600 sq ft)$75 - $130
- 2 bedrooms (600 - 900 sq ft)$120 - $180
- 3 bedrooms and up (900+ sq ft)$160 - $250
- Loft or atypical layoutQuote on request
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can a cleaning turnover happen between Airbnb guests?
Same-day turnovers between checkout and check-in are common for Montreal short-term rentals, provided the cleaning company has enough notice and the checkout and check-in times allow a reasonable window. Confirm your provider's standard turnaround before your first booking.
What happens if a guest leaves the unit in bad condition?
A good cleaning provider will flag excessive mess or damage rather than silently absorbing extra time into the standard turnover price. Agree on a protocol in advance for situations that go beyond a normal clean, including how it affects timing and cost.
Do I need to restock supplies like soap and toilet paper myself?
Many Airbnb cleaning services include basic restocking as part of the turnover, but this varies by provider. Confirm what is included so you are not caught short before a guest arrives.
Can a cleaning company work directly from my Airbnb calendar?
Many hosts share calendar access or sync booking dates by email so turnovers are scheduled automatically around checkouts and check-ins, without the host manually coordinating each cleaning.
Do Airbnb cleaners provide proof the unit was cleaned?
A photo report after each turnover is a common practice among professional Airbnb cleaning services, giving hosts remote confirmation that the unit is ready before the next guest checks in.
Automate your Airbnb turnovers in Montreal
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