Synopsis
Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean. How to start a cleaning business. Marketing and Advertising tips for your cleaning service. How to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers, and maids. Employee motivation tactics. Strategies to boost your cleaning clientele. Cleaning company expansion help. Time-saving Hacks for DIY cleaners and more. Hosted by Angela Brown, 25-year house cleaning expert and founder of Savvy Cleaner Training for House Cleaners and Maids.
Episodes
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9 Secrets to Create a Cleaning Franchise
09/05/2019 Duration: 12min9 secrets to create a cleaning franchise include what nobody tells you when you start your #Cleaning business. If you want to create a cleaning franchise to achieve financial freedom you need to know how to clean. You'll also need franchise training to learn how to market your cleaning business. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) #Franchise *** MOST POPULAR REQUESTS FOR STUFF I USE *** https://Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How Franchising Works: An illustrated guide - Wbez - https://youtu.be/6fidL51oakg 10 Steps to Opening a Franchise - Franchise Frankness - https://youtu.be/VUCGnSylhyo Learn How to Franchise Your Business - Hossein Kasmai - Small Biz Expo - https://youtu.be/JCzX0gRooCE Mark Cuban: Only Morons Start a Business on a Loan - Bloomberg - https://youtu.be/KYneLGRTgy8 Learning How to Start a Franchise Business | DailyVee 409 - GaryVee - https://youtu.be/KbuYjpow4eQ *** FRANCH
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House Cleaner Can't Afford Insurance - But it's Okay, Right?
08/05/2019 Duration: 07minTHIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for this episode found at https://askahousecleaner.com/show DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE? GOT A QUESTION for the show? There is a microphone at http://askahousecleaner.com/show click on the blue button and record. HOUSE CLEANING TIPS VAULT (VIP Premium Tips – Free) https://savvycleaner.com/tips FOLLOW SAVVY CLEANER FOR TIPS AND TRAINING ON SOCIAL MEDIA https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/SavvyCleaner https://Pinterest.com/SavvyCleaner https://Linkedin.com/in/SavvyCleaner Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean and what chemicals to use on various surfaces. Learn the fastest way to start a cleaning business as well as marketing and advertising tips to grow your cleaning service. Ever wonder how to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers,
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How to Do a Maintenance Clean on a Keurig Coffee Maker
07/05/2019 Duration: 08minWant to know how to do a maintenance clean on a Keurig coffee maker in under 5 Min? It's time to do a maintenance clean on a Keurig coffee maker if the Keurig is not working. Single serve coffee needs Keurig descaling solution every 3 to 6 months. And once you know how to clean a clogged Keurig, you'll fix coffee every day without fear of a broken Keurig. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (Your one stop shop for professional cleaning tips.) #Keurig, #Coffee *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Clean Your Keurig Coffee Maker - Clean My Space - https://youtu.be/ZP69ATh8rRg How to Clean a Keurig Coffee maker - Clean with Confidence - https://youtu.be/ZP69ATh8rRg Unclog/de-scale a Keurig machine - Mike Brown - https://youtu.be/gVfgxryCtNE Keurig not making full cups (not pumping water) anymore? Super-FAST Easy Fix! (In Seconds) - Journeyman - https://youtu.be/7p9Dr_wdQvs How to Clean & Descale a Keurig with Vinegar -
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Original Krud Kutter Cleaner Degreaser Product Review
06/05/2019 Duration: 13minKrud Kutter Cleaner Degreaser (as a concentrate) works wonders to remove grease, and remove stains. Did you know Krud Kutter Cleaner Degreaser is biodegradable and designed for the environment? It's #SavvyCleanerApproved and non-toxic which make it a safer choice than other cleaning products. Today's Krud Kutter Cleaner Degreaser #ProductReview shows you a demo on how to remove tough kitchen grease. You'll also see Angela Brown test Krud Kutter with household products like makeup foundation. She'll also clean up lipstick, shoe polish, permanent marker and eyeliner. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Your "Does it Work?" Specialist.) And My Cleaning Connection (Your hub for all things cleaning. #Rust-Oleum owns the Krud Kutter brand. *** RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** Original Krud Kutter Cleaner Degreaser Concentrate / Gallon - https://amzn.to/2POjPtR Mop Mob Leak-Free Chemical Resistant Spray Head and 32 oz Bottle 5 Pack Heavy-Duty Industrial Sprayer with Low-Fatigue Trigger and Nozzle
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Hoarding Resources
04/05/2019 Duration: 17minAngela Brown's Top 10 Hoarding Resources show you where to go to get hoarding help. If you're a creative collector or you have a messy house from too much stuff check out these hoarding resources. If you want to "Overcome Compulsive Hoarding" or if you want to "Declutter at the Speed of Life", these hoarding resources offer help. From Dana K White to Clutterbug Cas you'll find fun help for hoarders, and mental health tips for savers. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner home for the House Cleaner in you. *** GOOD KARMA RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** These good karma links connect you to Amazon.com and affiliated sites that offer products or services that relate to today’s show. Most of the items mentioned here are free, if you happen to buy something here that does cost money, it doesn’t cost you a penny more – but our show makes a small “thank you for mentioning it fee.” IOCDF International OCD Foundation Website - http://bit.ly/IOCDFHoardingTop10 Downloadables, Group Events, Support Groups, T
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House Cleaner Fired for Over Charging
02/05/2019 Duration: 16minThe house cleaner got fired for overcharging and the homeowner feels cheated, gypped and ripped off. It was a sad case of overpromising when the house cleaner did the walkthrough. And the result? Fired for overcharging. Maybe the maid was overconfident on the deep clean vs. maintenance clean or just didn't know how to price a job. But if you set unrealistic expectations one of two things happens. 1) You get fired for overcharging when you up the price. 2) You get paid, but the client feels tricked, hoodwinked and taken advantage of. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner the mecca for house cleaning and #cleaning tips. *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Bidding Residential Cleaning Jobs - Secrets and Tips - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/4N8tYG-2p1U How to Bid a Cleaning Job for People Who Hate to Sell - Compass Wave Product Review - https://youtu.be/p7y2CWupjZU Price by The Hour or Job for House Cleaning? - Angela Bro
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Questions to Ask When Hiring a House Cleaner for Your Airbnb
01/05/2019 Duration: 08minWhat are some questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner for your Airbnb? Angela Brown says Airbnb cleaning expectations can be part of the questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner for your Airbnb. Hospitality and turnover service mean something different to every caretaker or housekeeper. The questions to ask when hiring a house cleaner for your Airbnb or #VacationRental will keep you both #Cleaning on the same page. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Interview questions and hiring tips for your short-term rental.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips (for house cleaners and Airbnb hosts.) *** JOIN US IN THE COMMUNITY *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/community *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Pass a Job Interview - Interview Preparation MasterClass - Deniz Sasal - https://youtu.be/9mXG3AiXVMY 08 common Interview question and answers - Job Interview Skills - https://youtu.be/1mHjMNZZvFo Tell Me About Yourself - A Good Answer to This Interview Question - Linda Raynier - https://yo
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How to Clean Baseboards the Easy Way
30/04/2019 Duration: 07minHow to clean baseboards the easy way is a favorite #cleaning question. Every house cleaner, Airbnb host, and homeowner want to know how to clean baseboards the easy way. Angela Brown says other common questions are: how do you clean baseboards with a bad back? And How often should you clean baseboards? How to clean baseboards the easy way is not about baseboard cleaning hacks. It's about using the right tools. You'll use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers if know how to get scuff marks off baseboards. Or Krud Kutter Original Cleaner Degreaser for nicotine and grease build up. The DocaPole and Swiffer Duster are also easy ways to work smart not hard. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner. (House Cleaning Training, and producer of these cleaning videos.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Clean Walls & Baseboards! (Clean My Space) - https://youtu.be/oK7fSqQCIW0 Easy Way to Clean Baseboards - Kristina Smallhorn - https:
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Squeegees for House Cleaning
27/04/2019 Duration: 18minAngela Brown's Top 10 Squeegees cover the silicone squeegee, the rubber squeegee for glass and the One Pass Water Blade. Angela Brown's Top 10 Squeegees aren't just for house cleaners and maids. Even homeowners will enjoy the Stainless-Steel Glitz of the Hiware. Or the practicality of Desired Tools shower squeegee. The Mallory sponge squeegee and the Carrand compact window squeegee also make their debut here. And then there's the Unger Professional microfiber window cleaner and the Vvivid fine-edge squeegee. Window cleaning, house cleaning and glass cleaning have never been easier. Angela Brown's Top 10 also introduce us to Ehdis, Ettore and FlexSweep. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner #Top10 #Squeegee episode sponsors are Savvy Cleaner and My Cleaning Connection. *** GOOD KARMA RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** These good karma links connect you to Amazon.com and affiliated sites that offer products or services that relate to today’s show. Carrand Compact Window Squeegee - https://amzn.to/2UA7V7p Desired Tools Plastic
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Broken Vacuum! Who Pays? You or the Homeowner?
25/04/2019 Duration: 09minBroken vacuum! So, who pays the house cleaner or the homeowner? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says we replace things we break while house cleaning. It's a cost of doing business. But a broken vacuum is normal wear and tear and the maid is not liable. Same rules apply for a toilet valve replacement as the broken vacuum. Sure, it may need vacuum repair, and you can apologize and be honest but set realistic expectations upfront. Replacement parts for old household items don't fall on the cleaning business owner or their employee. When the maid arrives to clean the vacuum and toilet should be in working order. And they should leave them in the same condition. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Training for house cleaners and maids.) And HouseCleaning360 (a referral hub for all things #Cleaning ) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Replace a Toilet Flapper Valve - Plumbing Tips from Roto-Rooter - https:/
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Can I Pay the House Cleaner Less - Vacation Rental Mailbag
24/04/2019 Duration: 05minCan I pay the house cleaner less? Great question for today's #AskaHouseCleaner Vacation Rental Mailbag. Many #Airbnb or VRBO hosts feel they should pay the house cleaner less. Angela Brown says "when you find the cheapest house cleaner it will tank your ratings and reviews. Cheap equals cheap." Some #VacationRental or Short term rental owners want to pay the house cleaner less by hiring those not bonded and insured. But what happens if they damage your property? Hire a house cleaner that has house cleaner training and cleaning chemicals training. After all turnover service is an investment in your business. Savvy Cleaner Training is the proud producer of this show. *** COME JOIN OUR COMMUNITY *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/community *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Restocking Supplies for Your Airbnb or VRBO - Vacation Rental Mailbag - https://youtu.be/HL_zR_Co8Ak House Cleaner Woes - to House Cleaner Guarantee - Vacation Rental Mailbag - https://youtu.be/f1FqT3dFSH0 What Do You Do with Guest Items L
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How to Do a Maintenance Clean on Showers - Tubs - Garden Tubs
23/04/2019 Duration: 17minHow to do a maintenance clean on showers, tubs and garden tubs is a question from house cleaners. Homeowners and Airbnb hosts who do turnover service also wonder how to do a maintenance clean on showers. Whether you're speed cleaning or just following your normal cleaning routine, these tips will make you a savvy cleaner. Watch Angela Brown cleaning with nitrile gloves, cotton terry cloths, comet cleaner, and a Swiffer Duster. A maintenance clean wouldn't be complete without the OXO Deep Clean Brush set. But don't worry, we'll show you how to clean showers in today's #AskaHouseCleaner. #Cleaning #AngelaBrown *** WORK SMART NOT HARD TOOLS USED IN TODAY'S MAINTENANCE CLEAN *** Swiffer Duster 360 - https://amzn.to/2XyzUGt Scotch Brite Non-Scratch, Scrub Sponge - https://amzn.to/2DwAWeK Disposable Nitrile Gloves - https://amzn.to/2VdYLlD Cotton Terry Cloths - https://amzn.to/2XHt2qD Comet Cleaner (Cleanser) - https://amzn.to/2Zr5B6u OXO Deep Clean Brush Set - https://amzn.to/2KV51uv We are a participant in th
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The Best Scrub Brush Ever for Seniors
22/04/2019 Duration: 05minThe best scrub brush for seniors is the hot topic of today's #AskaHouseCleaner #ProductReview Drill brush cleaning makes cleaning easy and the Homitt Electric Spin Scrubber is hands down the best scrub brush for seniors. The Homitt spin scrubber has an adjustable head, extension arm, and 4 replaceable scrubber heads. What makes it the best scrub brush for seniors is its light weight, rechargeable and is a 360 cordless bathroom cleaner. Electric cleaning is easy on the joints even if you're cleaning the floor and tile. Today's sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (Housekeeper and Housecleaner training.) * The Homitt Electric Spin Scrubber is Savvy Cleaner Approved. - http://bit.ly/ApprovedDirectory Homitt Electric Spin Scrubber - https://amzn.to/2IydKAW *** SAVVY CLEANER APPROVED DIRECTORY *** http://bit.ly/ApprovedDirectory *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Best Cleaning Product for Your Bathroom - Homitt Electric Spin Scrubber Review & Demo - Quynh Pham - https://youtu.be/_rT3nJtkoz0 Angela Brown's Top 10 Scrub
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Cleaning Cloths
19/04/2019 Duration: 15minAngela Brown's Top 10 cleaning cloths range from disposable cloths for cleaning to the microfiber cloth. And in today's #Top10 cleaning cloths list you'll see leaders like the e cloth and the Skoy cloth. Making splashes are the Valentino Garemi and Brite Wipes by Brite and Clean. If you're looking for a shining and polishing cloth or something for fine surfaces the SecurOMax is a hit. We also cover cotton terry cloths and the edgeless microfiber cloth for all your #cleaning needs. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (training for house cleaners and maids.) And My Cleaning Connection. (Home of the Savvy Cleaner recommended directory of products house cleaners love.) *** GOOD KARMA RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** These good karma links connect you to Amazon.com and affiliated sites that offer products or services that relate to today’s show. Brite & Clean Brite Wipes Premium Microfiber Towels - https://amzn.to/2IworTE The Absorber Synthetic Drying Towel, 27-Inch x 17-Inch - https://amzn.
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WHAT? Attitude Training for House Cleaners?
18/04/2019 Duration: 09minIs attitude training for house cleaners necessary? All cleaning employees have biorhythmic down days. This could be just a bad day or PMS, but attitude training for house cleaners? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says "it’s easier to manage employee drama when you hire for attitude and train for skill. Attitude training for house cleaners is a must because happy employees = happy clients." A positive attitude at work leads to strong leadership and better customer service. Today's #Ask Housecleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (training and development for a drama-free workplace.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Convert Negative Attitude into Positive Attitude with Mind Control by Mr Vivek Bindra - https://youtu.be/mE3e4-N9OJw 3 Steps to Developing a Positive Attitude- Tom Ferry - https://youtu.be/0ZF_8wCkP88 Self Confidence Mission 1: Have a Positive Attitude - David Rutherford - https://youtu.be/bznccrJeyw
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Restocking Supplies for Your Airbnb or VRBO
17/04/2019 Duration: 13minRestocking supplies for your Airbnb or #VRBO are on everybody’s mind. What are the industry standards for what to leave for your guests? And when restocking supplies for your Airbnb how many towels, paper products, coffee, tea, and bottled water do you leave? Restocking supplies for your Airbnb also include linens and bedding beyond the turnover service. And if you restock cleaning supplies - the guests that are tidy and clean up as part of their daily routine will also tidy your #vacationrental Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (#Cleaning training for Airbnb hosts and the house cleaners who do the turnover service.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips (a resource hub for those in the short-term rental or vacation rental business.) *** COME JOIN OUR AIRBNB COMMUNITY *** https://turnovercleaningtips.com/community *** RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** LINENS Sheets - https://amzn.to/2Inivgr Comforter Sets - https://amzn.to/2Gt1cZo Pillows - https://amzn.to/2DfPEqg TOWELS Bath Towels - https://amzn.to
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How to Do a Maintenance Clean on a Toilet
16/04/2019 Duration: 11minIf you know how to do a maintenance clean on a toilet it will make your bathroom routine cleaning a breeze. Want to see the way maids clean a toilet? Watch Angela Brown cleaning to learn the right way to do a maintenance clean on a toilet and how to get rid of toilet bowl rings. Also, when you do a maintenance clean on a toilet just about any toilet brush will work, and you can clean a toilet with cleanser. Learn the professional house cleaning tips for toilet bowl cleaning. (This is also the same process used for Airbnb toilet cleaning.) Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) #ToiletCleaning #Cleaning *** TOILET CLEANING PRODUCTS WE RECOMMEND *** https://mycleaningconnection.com/products *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Clean A Toilet in 3 Minutes - Clean My Space - https://youtu.be/VfDoGQ6urE0? CLEAN LIKE A PRO: Cleaning the Toilet! - Clean my Space - https://youtu.be/lHzTcRqSOhc Clorox ToiletWand Product Review, Unboxing, Demon
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Angela Brown's Top 10 Cleaning Caddies for House Cleaners
12/04/2019 Duration: 15minAngela Brown's Top 10 Cleaning Caddies show us a softsided tool box and the Veto Pro Pac Cargo Tote. And when you think of cleaning caddies it's not DeWalt and Carhartt Legacy Tool bag that come to mind. Sure the Casabella rectangular storage caddy is a shoe in. But who guessed the Workpro or Hyper Tough Open Tote and Milwaukee Packout would show up as cleaning caddies? With high sidewalls to carry cleaning supplies and a soft grip handle, even Angela Brown can't say no to the AWP HP Pro Tool Tote. Today's #Top10 #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is Savvy Cleaner. (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Savvy Perks (a discount perks program for cleaning business owners and their employees.) #CleaningCaddies *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** http://bit.ly/Top10CleaningCaddies *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Angela Brown's Top 10 Sponges for Cleaning - https://youtu.be/oFaLMNfmm6k Angela Brown's Top 10 Multi Purpose Cleaners - https://youtu.be/hzG7177Ux_4 Top 10 Furniture Polishes
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How to Turn Down a Job (House Cleaning)
11/04/2019 Duration: 08minHow to turn down a job in house cleaning is a common question. Do you over price your service and hope the homeowner finds a new maid or maid service? Do you turn down a job because of difficult customers? Or do you say goodbye and don't accept the job in the first place? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says part of your house cleaning training is to learn to turn down a job. If you have high maintenance customers you can't manage, end the contract and move on. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and Certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Savvy Perks (a discount perks program for cleaning business owners and their employees.) #cleaning #HouseCleaning *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Know When Fire an Employee (House Cleaning, Maid Service) - https://youtu.be/c2rAwInw-ps 7 Sure Fire Tactics to Fire Employees - House Cleaning - https://youtu.be/N8bHu1W1VsU When is a Good Time to Qu
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House Cleaner Woes - Vacation Rental Mailbag
10/04/2019 Duration: 09minGot house cleaner woes? If you have a #VacationRental or an Airbnb and the house cleaner doesn't show, you have house cleaner woes. If the room is a mess and the guests arrive and you aren't able to manage the cleaning - you have house cleaner woes. Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says it's possible to find and hire and manage an Airbnb crew and track the cleaning. Other vacation rental mailbag tips include tragedy, having emergency contact to call for help. If you have a heart attack on the job the keeper password manager allows your next of kin reschedule your cleanings. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner. (Training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And Turnover Cleaning Tips for fast housekeeping - Airbnb #cleaning ) *** COME JOIN OUR COMMUNITY *** https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com/community *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** How to Find Hire and Manage an Airbnb Cleaning Crew - https://youtu.be/dHtoW-MUP1g? Airbnb Cleaning - What to Clean Every Day - https://youtu.be/