Congratulations, your Airbnb business is growing! But as you add a second, third, or fourth property to your Toronto portfolio, you’ll quickly discover that your biggest challenge isn’t marketing or bookings—it’s operations. Specifically, it’s managing cleaning. To scale successfully, you must move from an ad-hoc approach to a robust, systematized cleaning operation.
1. Create a Master Cleaning Checklist Every one of your properties must be cleaned to the exact same 5-star standard. Create a single, detailed digital checklist that applies to all your units. This ensures consistency, no matter who is doing the cleaning, and makes quality control simple.
2. Implement a Centralized Scheduling System Stop relying on text messages and phone calls. Use a shared digital calendar (like Google Calendar) that is integrated with your booking platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo).
- Create a dedicated “Cleaning” calendar.
- Automatically import all check-outs as “Cleaning Required” events.
- Share the calendar with your cleaning partner so they have real-time visibility into your schedule.
3. Systematize Your Supply Management Running out of toilet paper or coffee can lead to a bad review.
- Create a par level: Determine the standard stock level for every item in each unit.
- Delegate inventory: A professional cleaning partner can be tasked with checking inventory levels against your checklist during each turnover and reporting back when supplies are low. Some services can even manage the restocking for you.
4. Find a True Cleaning Partner, Not Just a “Cleaner” As you scale, you need more than just someone who cleans. You need a partner who can be your eyes and ears on the ground. This means finding a professional company that:
- Communicates effectively: Proactively reports any damage or issues.
- Is reliable and insured: Gives you peace of mind.
- Can scale with you: Has a team large enough to handle multiple same-day turnovers across the city.
Don’t let cleaning be the bottleneck that stops your growth. Systematize your operations and partner with a professional service that can grow with you.
Looking for a professional cleaning partner to help you scale your Airbnb business in Toronto? Contact My Canada Cleaning to discuss your needs.