Episode notes
Today, Tim and John discuss airbnb laundry times and how a superhost will handle laundry.
You can only do 12-15 pounds in a 4-5 hour turnaround with a residential washer and dryer
Most airbnb cleaners stuff the washing machine and do not actually wash the linens properly
Laundry does make your cleaning fee more expensive, most airbnb cleaners will tell you they can do your vacation rental cleaning with no issues because they want to secure your business - but this is not what is ideal for cleanliness as shortcuts will likely be taken to finish
Learn how exactly laundry will impact your airbnb cleaning fees
Ask your cleaners 'how will my laundry be done'
Wear and tear on laundry machines happens when you are trying to operate a short term rental on residential machines (when you probably need commercial machines...)
Be realistic with your expectations so your airbnb cleaning service can meet and exceed your expectations. With unrealistic expectations you will blind yourself to the truth of laundry in your turnover process
Most comforters and mattress pads in airbnb listings are not being washed - super gross! Vacation Home Help tells it like it is and explains what can be done and what needs to be taken offsite for a proper turn. Most cleaning services will not wash comforters which is super unsanitary.
Bed bugs are a real issue, without cleaning comforters and doing proper laundry, you can allow bed bugs to infest your unit and it will cost you thousands of dollars in lost revenue
Hot water wash, always.
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