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How to be an Airbnb host! Must Haves: Cleaning
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Here are some items we use to keep our place sparkling clean and get 5 star reviews.
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Cleaning

 
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One of the few cleaning solutions we recommend
Harris Cleaning Vinegar, 128oz, All Purpose Cleaner
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Highly recommend this over traditional sponges they last much longer and don't look gross like a used sponge. 
Silicone Sponge Dish Sponge, Cleaning Sponge Dish
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Recommend buying a bulk size and then refilling a smaller one we get from the dollar store. 
Ajax 49860 Ultra Triple Action Dish Liquid, Orange
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We buy Dial single soaps then refill them all year with these bulk size refillables in the same color. 
Dial Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill, Spring
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Buy the same color as bulk size refill and buy one for kitchen and each bathroom. 
Hand Soap
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Buy single then refill with same color bulk
Ajax Dish Soap - Walmart
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Love the one with the auto wind cord!
Vacuum Cleaners - Walmart.com
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Costco is a great value and has scent free.
Laundry Detergent & Supplies - Costco Wholesale
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Must have for the kitchen.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Dishwasher Detergent
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Nice to have for guests if they spill something.
Brooms in Cleaning Supplies - Walmart.com
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We love this squeeze mop for tile floors with vinegar cleaner. 
Essentials Premium Sponge Mops, 8.875x9.5x2.5 in.
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For mopping or cleaning 
Black Plastic Buckets with Handles, 9-qt.
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For cleaning smoke just make sure to pay attention and follow the directions exactly!
Enerzen Ozone Generator 60,000mg Industrial O3 Air Purifier Deodorizer (60,000mg - Black)
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Pest Control

If you live in an area where there are pest issues we recommend these products. Need about 24 hours to air out before guests and please keep stored in a safe space away from kids. 

 
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Product 1 for palmetto bugs
Bengal Gold Roach Spray, Odorless Stain-Free Dry Aerosol Killer ...
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Product 2 for palmetto bugs
Harris Boric Acid Roach & Silverfish Killer Powder, 16oz, Pet-Friendly
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Product 3 for palmetto bugs get the 4 plungers
Advion Gel Bait - Walmart
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Product 4 for palmetto bugs. I have really only found the lavendar scent on Amazon
Raid Ant & Roach Killer Spray for Bugs
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