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Time Disposal Inc. (Trash) 434-977-3339
County Waste (Trash) 434-296-6000

Tiger Fuel (Gas – in ground) 434-293-6157

Va. Propane (Gas – in ground) 804-798-4243
Amerigas (Gase – in ground) 434-295-4194

Cleaning Guidelines

You only have one opportunity to make a first impression and a lot of times, the first
impression that most sets the tone for your tenants is the condition of their home. It’s
commonly called that “exhale” moment – when the place finally feels like its yours to take care
of and it happens when the tenants walk in the door for the first time after picking up their
keys. And, if we didn’t meet expectations for that moment – it can be ruined. We go over each
home meticulously prior to move-in. We will perform an inspection of each home prior to
marketing your home for rent, and again when tenants move out. Here are a few (maybe not
all) of the things we look for to get you ahead of the game:

Cleaning Checklist
• Baseboards – must be dusted and cleaned of smudges, foot prints, scuffs
• Switches – clean off all smudges, fingerprints
• Window panes and sills – should be clean and clear
• Blinds – free of dust and smudges. Make sure they open easily and that they close
properly.
• Oven – no food residue, black grease or smudges on the door or handles.
• Burners/glass stove top – no food particles, glass tops cleaned with special glass
cleaner. If you have drip pans, they should be replaced.
• Broiler – no food particles, make sure you remove all pans and personal belongings (in
case you thought that was just a drawer under your oven!)
• Vent hood – wiped free of smudges, replace the filter over the fan, make sure light
works and there are no food particles or stains on the bulb.
• Refrigerator/Freezer – emptied of all food, food particles, stains. Must be thoroughly
wiped down; remove the crisper bins and make sure you clean behind them. Make sure
the light and cover are clean, free of food residue. (don’t unplug it or turn it off)
• Microwave – remove all food residue and stains; inside and outside of door/glass
should be clean of smudges
• Backsplash – might be best to prime and re-paint, if drywall. Wipe down all ornamental
tile free of food stains and smudges
• Dishwasher – clean out all detergent residue, wipe down the edge of the door and run
an empty load without detergent.
• Garbage Disposal – tested to make sure it functions; remove any food particles, clean
the exterior/visible portion of the drain; deodorize if necessary with excess detergent.
• Sinks/faucets – remove all smudges and wipe down clean with antibacterial product