Amount of properties people have

[Anita1473]

Hi there I would like to ask around, how many people have Airbnb they clean and manage by themselves, 

Why I ask is the past 3 years I've managed and cleaned up to 6 properties in a day more so over long weekends. I've hired a couple of cleaners to help with work load but keep bailing.

I'm stuck on how to reduce the work load for myself but get reliable cleaners that can clean at a high standard but within the time frame required between 10.30am and 2pm.

Plus gain a profit instead a week to week spending. 

Any advise is great

[Oksana127]

Hi there,

I completely understand your situation! I started with just one apartment on Airbnb, and by the time I reached six, I realized that managing and cleaning on my own was quite challenging. That's when I hired my first cleaner to help me out. As my portfolio grew to 10+ properties, I hired another cleaner to keep up with the workload. Now, I manage 25 properties, with a team of 4 cleaners, 1 courier, and I work with a professional dry cleaner for additional support.

In addition, I have a co-host who manages 15 properties for me, while I continue to host the remaining 10. The first cleaner I hired became my assistant, and she now leads the team, ensuring that all cleaning meets my standards and providing training for the new staff.

As for reducing the workload and improving profitability, I focus on developing my brand, interior design, seeking new properties, and handling the marketing strategy for my rentals. I recommend building a reliable team and delegating tasks such as training, and consider working with a professional cleaning service to maintain consistency and quality.

Hope this helps, and feel free to reach out if you have any more questions!

[Μαρια35]

Hello, 

I have only one apartment at Airbnb and I clean it myself. I dedicate 2- 3 hours tops, so as to reach the desirable result. The purprose of my cleaning procedure is to think how I would like the apartment to be, as if I were the guest. After finishing the cleanind procedure, I always return to the apartement  so as to see and check if I missed something during my cleaning. 

I hope I have helped and answered your question 

Best regards

Maria

[潮澎湖0]

我們都是自己打掃的~

一天可以打掃大約6個房間

[Helen3]

I don't see how you could possibly clean 6 listings to a good standard in one day @Anita1473 

Have you asked for recommendations for cleaners on your local host group? Do you take up references before you employ your cleaners .

you may be better paying more and employing a cleaning company who specialises in STRs 

[Thanassis3]

Hi there ! I have a property of my own and I am a co host to a second one. Until now I am cleaning it my self. It’s challenging but it’s the only way to get the result I want. 3 hours is an average amount of time I spent in each one. I want to maintain a high level of cleaning and I always try to imagine how would I want to find a place if I was a quest. 

[Sooraya0]

"Managing cleaning for six properties in a single day is definitely a challenge, but it's doable with good systems and a reliable team. For my property, I’ve hired a cleaner to help with turnovers, and we manage everything perfectly within the 10:30 AM to 2 PM window.

Here are some tips that might help you:

1. Hire a Team or Multiple Cleaners: With six properties, a single cleaner might not suffice. Having a small, well-trained team can help you cover multiple properties at the same time.

2. Create a Cleaning Checklist: This ensures that nothing is missed, no matter who is cleaning. You can standardize your cleaning process for consistency across all properties.

3. Schedule Strategically: If possible, stagger check-ins and check-outs slightly so not all properties need to be cleaned at once.

4. Stock Essentials: Keep cleaning supplies and spare linens at each property or close by to reduce travel time.

5. Communicate Clearly with Guests: Set clear check-out and check-in times to give yourself or your team enough time for turnovers.

6. Use Cleaning Services or Apps: If you’re ever short-staffed, consider hiring backup cleaners through platforms like TaskRabbit, Handy, or local cleaning companies.

It’s all about having the right team and tools to streamline your operations.

Hope this helps.

All the best