Short term rental cleaners handle turnovers for Airbnb, VRBO, and vacation rental properties between guest stays. They invoice property owners, hosts, and property management companies for turnover cleans, linen service, restocking, deep cleans, and extras such as laundry or damage reporting. Most work is recurring, so invoices often cover a batch of turnovers across a week or month.
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Most short term rental cleaners charge a flat fee per turnover, set by the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, with a higher price for larger or more detailed properties. Some charge hourly, usually when the property condition varies a lot or the owner wants a time-based arrangement. Extras are billed separately: laundry by the load or pound, linen rental or supply, restocking of consumables (billed at cost plus a modest markup), deep cleans, hot tub or outdoor area cleaning, and same-day or last-minute fees. Many cleaners also add a fee for travel to remote properties, and charge a reduced or full fee for late cancellations or when guests extend a stay and the clean cannot happen. Property managers with many units often negotiate a volume rate, while individual hosts typically pay standard per-turnover pricing. Some cleaners pass the guest-facing cleaning fee through, so it helps to agree up front whether pricing is per turnover or a share of what the guest pays.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1-bedroom turnover | per turnover | $75-130 |
| 2-3 bedroom turnover | per turnover | $120-220 |
| 4+ bedroom or large home turnover | per turnover | $200-400 |
| Hourly cleaning (when not flat rate) | per hour | $30-55 |
| Deep clean or reset between long stays | per job | $180-450 |
| Laundry (sheets, towels) when done off-site | per load | $15-35 |
| Restocking consumables (soap, paper goods, coffee) | cost plus markup | 10-20% over cost |
| Same-day or rush turnover surcharge | flat fee | $25-75 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover clean - 2BR/2BA, Lakeview Cabin (Oct 3, 7, 12, 18) | 4 turnovers | $150.00 | $600.00 |
| Off-site laundry - sheets and towels, king and queen sets | 4 loads | $25.00 | $100.00 |
| Restock supplies (toiletries, coffee pods, paper towels) at cost plus 15% | 1 flat | $46.00 | $46.00 |
| Same-day turnover surcharge (Oct 12) | 1 flat | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Hot tub wipe-down and cover cleaning | 2 visits | $25.00 | $50.00 |
| Total | $836.00 | ||
Notes: Payment due within 7 days of invoice date. Damage or maintenance issues were reported by text with photos on the dates above. Late balances are subject to a 1.5% monthly fee. Thank you for your business.
Owners and managers with multiple units need to match each charge to a specific property for their own bookkeeping.
Lets the host reconcile against their booking calendar and catch any missed or duplicate turnovers.
Shows how the per-turnover rate was set and prevents disputes if a listing is later changed to sleep more guests.
Supplies and laundry are often reimbursed or passed to guests differently from labor, so owners want them itemized.
Hosts frequently deduct these as business expenses and may ask for backup, especially with a markup applied.
Creates a dated record the host can use for guest damage claims or repair scheduling.
Makes extra charges visible and tied to a specific event rather than looking like a rate increase.
Recurring clients are commonly invoiced weekly, biweekly, or monthly, with payment due in 7 to 14 days. Some cleaners charge per turnover with payment due within a day or two for new or small hosts. New clients often pay a deposit or pay the first clean up front, and deep cleans or large properties may require half upfront. Late fees of 1.5% per month are common but should be written into your agreement. Payment is usually by bank transfer, card, or a payment app, and many cleaners set up automatic card billing on file for recurring hosts to avoid chasing payments. Keep a clear cancellation policy, since last-minute booking changes are routine in this business.
Bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage drive your time. Set clear tiers and re-quote if a host adds a sofa bed, hot tub, or extra bathroom to the listing.
Folding consumables into the clean price hides your costs. Separate lines protect your margin and make it easy to adjust if supply prices rise.
Send before and after photos or a damage report on the day of the clean, and note it on the invoice. It speeds up approval and supports you if a guest disputes anything.
When a booking is cancelled the day of, you may still have held the time slot. A reduced cancellation fee written in your agreement keeps this from becoming an argument.
Many cleaners add a modest surcharge for holidays, peak-season same-day turnovers, or properties that need constant coverage. State it in advance rather than adding it afterward.
Flat per-turnover pricing is most common because hosts can predict costs and it matches how they set their guest cleaning fee. Hourly works better when properties vary in condition, but it can lead to pushback if a clean takes longer than expected.
Yes, if your agreement says so. Many cleaners include a clause for excessive mess, with extra time billed at an hourly rate. Take photos and note it on the invoice so the host understands the charge.
It depends on your agreement. Some hosts provide supplies, others expect you to buy and bill them back. If you purchase them, list the cost on the invoice, usually with a small markup for the time spent shopping and carrying inventory.
Weekly or biweekly works well for busy properties because balances stay small and cash flow stays steady. Monthly invoicing is fine for lower-volume hosts, but the total can feel large if turnovers pile up.
It varies by state and sometimes by city. Some places tax cleaning services or the goods you resell, and others do not. Check with your state revenue department or a tax professional before adding or leaving out tax.
Send a Short Term Rental Cleaning estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
Short Term Rental Cleaning estimate template