The ten points of a post-cleaning quality check

The first look should focus on the overall impression: order, alignment, moved items, visible marks, consistency of presentation.

Taking a few seconds to step back reveals what escapes close-up work.

Mirrors should be viewed head-on and from the side, with available lighting. Edges and corners are often where traces remain.

Taps, handles and chrome parts must be clean and dry. Drops left after cleaning can create new marks within minutes.

The check covers the bowl, seat, base of the toilet, shower, bath, basin, visible drains and replaced accessories.

You must also ensure no cloth or product has been left behind.

Floors sometimes only reveal traces when light comes from the side. Check corners, accessible undersides and pathways.

Sheets must be smooth, pillows aligned and used linen removed. Look at the bedroom from the doorway to check overall balance.

The check covers sink, tap, hob, worktop, planned fronts, table, waste and items put back.

A clean kitchen must also be free of product residues.

Anything moved during the visit must return to its place, unless instructed otherwise. A professional avoids imposing a new arrangement on the owner.

Before leaving, verify that no equipment has been left in a room and that the owner's products are properly closed. Dirty equipment must be kept separate from clean linen.

The final check includes, per the agreed scope: windows, doors, lights, shutters, alarm, keys, heating without unauthorised changes, confirmation that the visit is over.