Create a weekly cleaning checklist for your busy office

When it comes to keeping a workplace clean, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. But creating – and sticking to – a weekly cleaning checklist can be a whole lot easier if you tackle the job in small, manageable steps.

We recommend using a cleaning checklist adjusted to your office size and needs, but that is followed regularly enough to ensure all areas stay sparkling, sanitized and organized. For best results, divide your checklist up by area and assign tasks to office staff and professional cleaners as appropriate.

Sample Weekly Cleaning Checklist

Monday = general reset day

  • Disinfect door handles, light switches, and shared surfaces

  • Restock office supplies (pens, paper, sticky notes)

  • Restock bathroom hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels and supplies

  • Refill kitchen soap, paper towels, and dishwashing supplies

Tuesday = high and low places

  • Vacuum carpets and rugs and wash any hard floors

  • Dust shelves, baseboards, ceiling lights and office decorations

  • Wipe down window sills and vacuum or wipe blinds and coverings

Wednesday = deep clean day

  • Wipe down all countertops, appliances, chairs and tables

  • Clean the coffee maker and inside the microwave

  • Empty and sanitize the refrigerator and throw out expired food

  • Add a cup of vinegar to the dishwasher and run it on the sanitize setting

  • Disinfect bathroom sinks, toilets, floors and mirrors

Thursday = conference rooms and lobby

  • Disinfect meeting room tables and chairs

  • Wipe down remotes, whiteboards, and markers

  • Clean reception area furniture and surfaces

Friday = end-of-week final touches 

  • Organize workspaces and remove clutter

  • Take out trash and recycling, disinfect all bins and replace liners

  • Wipe-down workstations and equipment and any shared spaces with disinfectant

  • Wipe-down all kitchen and bathroom surfaces with disinfectant

  • Sweep or vacuum floors

Looking to take your office cleaning up another notch? Showroom Janitorial provides the full range of commercial cleaning services on a one-time or recurring basis – and we prioritize the cleaning jobs on the top of your checklist, any day or time. Reach out today and see how we can help you create a cleaner, more productive work environment!


Katie Robinson