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Going above and beyond our competition is a big deal to us.

When you partner with Lightning Maid, you’ll never be left wondering what tasks will get done – and which will get left behind. Every clean we do is guided by our Checklist, giving you the peace of mind knowing your home will be taken care of when our PROs visit you.

Do you have something you’d like cleaned that isn’t on our list? Just contact your local Lightning Maid office to make a special request and your PROs will take care of you.

Our Checklist includes:

THE RESET – Standard Clean ($230+)

Kitchen

  • Appliance exteriors cleaned
  • Under-appliance exteriors cleaned
  • Furniture cleaned
  • Countertops and backsplash disinfected (all items removed and replaced)
  • Full dusting — décor, fixtures, baseboards & more
  • Chrome & stainless polished — streak-free
  • Dishwasher loaded
  • Cabinet exteriors cleaned
  • Clean range hood exterior/underside
  • Sinks scrubbed and disinfected
  • Floor HEPA-filtered vacuumed and/or washed
  • Windowsills cleaned
  • Cobwebs removed
  • High-touch areas sanitized & fingerprint-free
  • Space decluttered & organized
  • Trash — emptied; exterior cleaned; new liner
  • Microwave interior cleaned (Bonus)
  • Room deodorizing mist at finish(Bonus)
  • Sink deodorized (Bonus)

Bedrooms

  • Beds made
  • Lamps cleaned
  • Furniture exterior cleaned
  • Floor HEPA-filtered vacuumed and/or washed (under bed if accessible)
  • Windowsills cleaned
  • Full dusting — décor, fixtures, baseboards & more
  • High-touch areas sanitized & fingerprint-free
  • Space decluttered & organized
  • Trash — emptied; exterior cleaned; new liner
  • Mirrors cleaned
  • Cobwebs removed
  • Closet doors cleaned
  • Blinds adjusted to let in natural light(Bonus)
  • Throw blankets folded & arranged neatly (Bonus)
  • Room deodorizing mist at finish (Bonus)

Bathrooms

  • Tub and shower scrubbed, disinfected and rinsed
  • Toilets disinfected inside and out
  • Chrome fixtures cleaned and shined
  • Towels neatly hung and folded
  • Countertops disinfected (all items removed and replaced)
  • Cabinet exteriors cleaned
  • Full dusting — décor, fixtures, baseboards & more
  • Cobwebs removed
  • Sinks scrubbed and disinfected
  • Floor HEPA-filtered vacuumed and/or washed
  • High-touch areas sanitized & fingerprint-free
  • Windowsills cleaned
  • Space decluttered & organized
  • Mirrors cleaned
  • Trash — emptied; exterior cleaned; new liner
  • Shower glass polished (light water spot removal) (Bonus)
  • Room deodorizing mist at finish ( Bonus)

Living Areas

  • Upholstered furniture vacuumed
  • Cushions and pillows fluffed and straightened
  • Lamps cleaned
  • Furniture exterior cleaned
  • Floor HEPA-filtered vacuumed and/or washed
  • Full dusting — décor, fixtures, baseboards & more
  • Entry door interior glass + one set of patio doors (interior) cleaned
  • Windowsills cleaned
  • High-touch areas sanitized & fingerprint-free
  • Mirrors cleaned
  • Cobwebs removed
  • Trash — emptied; exterior cleaned; new liner
  • Space decluttered & organized
  • Throw blankets folded (Bonus)
  • Blinds adjusted for natural light (Bonus)
  • Room deodorizing mist at finish (Bonus)

THE TRANSFORMATION – Deep Clean ($330+)

Everything in ‘The Reset’ PLUS

Kitchen

  • Appliance interiors cleaned
  • Behind & under appliances — pull fridge/stove forward when safe
  • Inside all cabinets & drawers — emptied, cleaned, items placed “front & face”
  • Grout, scale, mildew, mineral deposits removed — backsplash grout, sink edges, faucet base
  • Registers & returns vacuumed/washed — if vents are present
  • Baseboards, trim, doors hand-washed; light fixtures, ceiling fans, vents detailed (within safe reach; as applicable)
  • Scuff mark wall spot-cleaning — backsplash walls, kickboards
  • Sliding door tracks detailed — if kitchen has patio sliding door
  • Full interior window detail — blinds/shutters slat-by-slat; glass; frames/jambs; tracks & screens, cleaned
  • Trash can — disinfected & deodorized
  • Range hood filter degreased; hood underside detailed
  • Dishes handwashed (Bonus)

Bathrooms

  • Grout, scale, mildew, mineral deposits removed — shower/tub grout, faucets, glass polished
  • Inside all cabinets & drawers — emptied, cleaned, items placed “front & face”
  • Registers & returns vacuumed/washed — if present
  • Baseboards, trim, doors hand-washed; light fixtures, ceiling fans, vents detailed (within safe reach; as applicable)
  • Scuff mark wall spot-cleaning — behind door, around vanity area
  • Sliding door tracks detailed — for shower doors
  • Full interior window detail — blinds/shutters slat-by-slat; glass; frames/jambs; tracks & screens, cleaned
  • Trash can — disinfected & deodorized
  • Soap dishes/toothbrush holders washed & rinsed (Bonus)

Bedrooms

  • Mattresses vacuumed + deodorized
  • Behind & under furniture — bed frame, dressers, nightstands
  • Inside all cabinets & drawers — emptied, cleaned, items placed “front & face”
  • Bed frame/headboard detail
  • Registers & returns vacuumed/washed — if present
  • Baseboards, trim, doors hand-washed; light fixtures, ceiling fans, vents detailed (within safe reach; as applicable)
  • Scuff mark wall spot-cleaning — around bed area, door frames
  • Full interior window detail — blinds/shutters slat-by-slat; glass; frames/jambs; tracks & screens, cleaned
  • Trash can — disinfected & deodorized
  • Fresh bed linens – one load of laundry or linens folded & put away (Bonus)

Living Areas

  • Behind & under furniture — sofa, sideboards, coffee table, media console
  • Inside all cabinets & drawers — emptied, cleaned, items placed “front & face”
  • Registers & returns vacuumed/washed — main living vents
  • Baseboards, trim, doors hand-washed; light fixtures, ceiling fans, vents detailed (within safe reach; as applicable)
  • Scuff mark wall spot-cleaning — high traffic walls, stair walls
  • Sliding door tracks detailed — patio doors
  • Full interior window detail — blinds/shutters slat-by-slat; glass; frames/jambs; tracks & screens, cleaned
  • Trash can — disinfected & deodorized
  • Streak-free electronics wipe – TVs, tablets, remotes polished(Bonus)

Exterior / Extra Spaces

  • Garage/patio quick sweep & cobweb removal – garage floor, balcony, patio railings
  • Exterior first-floor windows cleaned – streak-free finish on accessible windows
  • Appliance maintenance – dryer lint trap, dishwasher & washing machine filters, vacuum refrigerator coils.
  • Pantry items faced/organized – products fronted & neatly arranged.
  • Laundry room refresh – washer gasket detail, washer/dryer exterior wipe.
  • Pet-friendly extras – tidy pet areas, refill water bowls, leave a small pet treat (Bonus)

Whole Home / Experience

  • Welcome-home presentation – lights adjusted, blinds set, towels folded hotel-style, couch styled, soft music
  • Pet-hair removal detail
  • Final 2-minute walkthrough with client
  • Lightning Home Health Report – before/after photos, maintenance suggestions
  • Entryway reset: doormat shake, shoe/umbrella tidy, front door handle wipe (Bonus)

Join The Lightning Maid Team ⚡

 Love making spaces shine? Lightning Maid is hiring reliable, detail-oriented Independent Cleaning Contractors to deliver 5-star home cleanings across the Inland Empire.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • Consistent Work – Reliable cleaning assignments every week
  • Great Pay, Fast Payouts – Get paid per job without delays
  • Professional Support – Join a respectful, growing team clients love

What We’re Looking For

  • 2+ years of professional cleaning experience (preferred)
  • Reliable transportation & smartphone
  • Professional cleaning supplies & equipment
  • Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and communication
  • Ability to work within Lightning Maid’s cleaning schedule

⚠️ Important: This is a 1099 Independent Contractor role — you’re responsible for your own taxes, insurance, and equipment.

Ready to Apply?

Apply today in just 2 minutes! We’ll contact you within 48 hours for a quick phone interview.

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Kitchen

  • Appliance exteriors cleaned
  • Under-appliance exteriors cleaned
  • Furniture cleaned
  • Countertops and backsplash disinfected (all items removed and replaced)
  • Full dusting — décor, fixtures, baseboards & more
  • Chrome & stainless polished — streak-free
  • Dishwasher loaded
  • Cabinet exteriors cleaned
  • Clean range hood exterior/underside
  • Sinks scrubbed and disinfected
  • Floor HEPA-filtered vacuumed and/or washed
  • Windowsills cleaned
  • Cobwebs removed
  • High-touch areas sanitized & fingerprint-free
  • Space decluttered & organized
  • Trash — emptied; exterior cleaned; new liner
  • Microwave interior cleaned (Bonus)
  • Room deodorizing mist at finish(Bonus)
  • Sink deodorized (Bonus)