26. How to Hire an Airbnb Cleaner: Key Questions & Red Flags

Want to learn how to launch an Airbnb? Join the Launch Party and get 20% off of all products! Promocode: LAUNCHPARTY Link: Airbnb Roadmap Accelerator Course Link to the Airbnb Roadmap Website Episode Summary: In this episode, I walk you through the exact process I used to find, interview, and hire a cleaner for our newest Airbnb property. From where I posted the job to what questions I asked during the interview, I’m giving you the behind-the-scenes breakdown of what worked (and what didn’t). If you’re launching or scaling your short-term rental, this episode is packed with real-world tips to help you build your “small but mighty” team—starting with the person who matters most: your cleaner. Key Takeaways: Where to post and find Airbnb cleaners (especially in smaller towns) Why off-site laundry and fixed pricing matter Six questions I always ask before hiring a cleaner How to avoid red flags and make confident hiring decisions Why your cleaner is the backbone of your short-term rental business Why Listen to This Episode? If you’re in the process of launching or managing an Airbnb, one of the most important hires you'll make is your cleaner. I share the exact steps I took—plus some lessons I learned the hard way—to help you find someone reliable, consistent, and invested in their work. Whether you're in a rural town or a busy city, this episode will help you avoid the guesswork. Mentioned in the Episode: Want to learn how to launch an Airbnb?: Every dollar counts when it comes to investing. Save $50 with the Promo-code: 5STARPODCAST Link: Airbnb Roadmap Accelerator Course Connect with Me on Instagram: Follow me @airbnbroadmappodcast for behind-the-scenes content, tips, and updates. Let’s Connect: Thinking about hiring a cleaner for your Airbnb? DM me on Instagram at @theairbnbroadmap with your questions or share your progress! I’d love to cheer you on and help you out. Work With Me: Ready to launch or scale your own short-term rental? Learn everything you need to know inside my Airbnb Roadmap Accelerator course. It's the same strategy and system I use—without the fluff. Click here to learn more. Chapters: 00:00 – Life update: New Airbnb launch + pregnancy FOMO 03:00 – Landscaping struggles and exterior updates 05:00 – Where and how I found cleaner candidates 08:00 – My exact 6-question cleaner screening process 13:30 – Why fixed rates matter more than you think 17:00 – Phone call tips and what to ask next 20:00 – What happened during the in-person interviews 25:00 – Red flags and how I knew who not to hire 28:00 – How I knew I found “the one” 30:00 – Final steps + prepping for the first guest Subscribe and Share: If this episode helped you, please follow The Airbnb Roadmap wherever you listen—and share it with a friend who’s launching an STR. Every follow, share, and review helps more hosts build a profitable Airbnb with confidence.