Office cleaning frequency checklistHow often each task happens is what separates a clean office from one that's "cleaned." Use the matrix below as a starting point. A busy clinic or a 24-hour office may need more; a small office with five people may need less.
Mark the column that fits your building. Daily means each cleaning visit.
Restrooms
| Task | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean and disinfect toilets, urinals and sinks | ||||
| Clean mirrors and fixtures | ||||
| Restock toilet paper, towels and soap | ||||
| Empty trash and sanitary bins | ||||
| Mop floors | ||||
| Wipe partitions and doors | ||||
| Scrub grout and floor drains | ||||
| Dust vents and light fixtures |
Break rooms and kitchens
| Task | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wipe counters, tables and sink | ||||
| Wipe microwave inside and out | ||||
| Wipe appliance fronts and handles | ||||
| Empty trash and recycling | ||||
| Mop floor | ||||
| Clean out the fridge (with an agreed rule for food) | ||||
| Wash trash cans |
Work areas, offices and conference rooms
| Task | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empty trash and recycling | ||||
| Vacuum traffic areas | ||||
| Vacuum carpet edge to edge | ||||
| Dust clear desk surfaces | ||||
| Wipe conference tables and chairs | ||||
| Clean interior glass and partitions | ||||
| Dust baseboards, ledges and sills | ||||
| High dusting (vents, fixtures, tops of cabinets) | ||||
| Vacuum upholstered chairs |
Entries, lobbies and halls
| Task | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean entry glass and door handles | ||||
| Wipe light switches, rails and elevator buttons | ||||
| Vacuum or mop entry floors and mats | ||||
| Dust lobby furniture and decor | ||||
| Spot clean walls and doors |
Questions to settle in writing
- Who supplies paper goods, soap and trash liners?
- Which desks are off limits, and what counts as a "clear" surface?
- What happens with food left in the break room fridge?
- How does the crew get in, and who sets the alarm?
- Who do you call when something is missed?
For a crew that works from a list like this, request a walkthrough and we'll build the scope with you.