We want to help you find a list of cleaners in grand lake co that can help with your airbnb cleaning. so lets help you find babe!
Okay so, your here because you need a cleaner. We get it. Your not alone. We’re Winter Wagon, and yeah, we basicly do airport shuttles and mountain-ready car rentals all over Colorado. We drive people up to Grand Lake from the Denver airport all the time. And you know what we hear? We hear how much work it is managing a rental property from far away. Or even if you live right here in Grand County.
And the number one headache, the thing that makes hosts want to pull there hair out, is finding a good, reliable cleaner. Like, a solid cleaner.
Grand Lake is amazing, but it’s not Denver. You cant just open an app and find twenty services ready to go. This is a small mountain town, and the good people are in super high demand. Especially for vacation rental cleaning, which is way harder than a normal house clean. You have back-to-back bookings, guests checking out at 10 AM and new ones “comin in” at 4 PM. That turnover window is tiny, and it dont care if theres a foot of snow on the ground.
So finding a cleaner in Grand Lake who can handle that… its tough. Alot of hosts we talk to are just, stressed. Theyre worried their cleaner will quit, or get sick, or just not show up. And then what? Your guest shows up to a messy house, your reviews tank, and your whole rental business is in trouble.
We dont want that for you. We want you to be successful. So while we cant give you a magic list with phone numbers (cause honestly, the good ones are probly to busy to even be on a list!), we can give you a solid guide on how to find them and what to look for.
Where to Actualy Look for Cleaners in Grand Lake
Googling “cleaners in grand lake co” is probly what got you here. And you probly noticed the results are thin. You’ll see some big property management companies, but they generaly want to manage your whole property, not just clean it.
You gotta get local. You gotta think like a mountain town person.
1. Facebook Groups This is probly the number one way. There are local Grand County facebook groups… think like “Grand County Classifieds” or “Grand Lake” specific groups. You just gotta join them and search. Sometimes cleaners will post there advertising “there” services. Or, you can make a post yourself. Just be smart about it.
- Pro Tip: When you post, be specific. “Looking for an experienced STR (short-term rental) cleaner for a 2-bedroom cabin in Grand Lake. Must be reliable and have references.” This shows your serious and you’ll get better responses.
2. Word of Mouth (The Old School Way) This is still huge in a town like Grand Lake. When your in town, actualy talk to people. Ask the person at the hardware store, or the local grocery. Ask your neighbors if you have them. Many cleaners dont advertise at all. They get all their business from one host telling another. This is the “inside track” if you can get it.
3. Ask Other Hosts This is a tricky one. If you know other hosts in the area, you can try asking them. But be prepared for them to say no. When a host finds a great cleaner, its like finding a gold mine. They are not gonna want to share them and risk losing them or “takin” their priority spot. If your nice and they trust you, they might. But dont be offended if they dont.
What to Look For in a “Solid” Cleaner
Okay, so you found someone who says they can do it. Now what? You gotta interview them. Not all cleaners are created equal. Heres what you need to look for, and you should be picky.
- RELIABILITY. I’m putting this in all caps for a reason. Its more important than how well they scrub. Do they have a reliable car for the winter? Do they show up on time, every time? A cleaner that does an “okay” job but shows up every single time is a million times better than an “amazing” cleaner who is a no-show once a month. That one no-show can get you a 1-star review that “il” haunt you for a year.
- Experience with Airbnb/VRBO. This is not a normal house clean. Your cleaner is basicly your partner. They need to know the drill. This means:
- Doing all the laundry (sheets, towels).
- Restocking supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, coffee, soap).
- Checking for damage (and “takin” a picture for you).
- Reporting low supplies before they run out.
- Staging the house (pillows, remotes, welcome book).
- A Backup Plan. “What happens if you get the flu? Or your car “wont” start?” A single person operation is fine, but they must have a backup plan. Do they have a friend or partner who can help? Do they have a team? If their only answer is “I dont get sick,” be careful.
- Insurance. You should probly ask if they are insured and bonded. Its a professional thing to do. If they break your TV or something, you want to know “your” covered.
- Good Communication. You need someone who will text you when they are on their way, text you when they are done, and send you pictures of any problems. You dont want to be “wonderin” if the cabin is clean.
Good Questions to Ask a Potential Cleaner
Here’s a little checklist for when you’re on the phone or meeting them.
- “Do you have references from other hosts in Grand Lake I can call?” (And then… actualy call them!)
- “How do you charge? Is it a flat rate per clean or hourly?” (Flat rate is usualy better so you know your costs).
- “What’s your ‘snow day’ plan for a blizzard?”
- “Do you provide your own cleaning supplies? Or do I need to provide them?”
- “How do you handle laundry? Do you do it on-site or take it with you?” (On-site is most common, but you need to make sure your washer/dryer can handle it).
- “How do you let me know if supplies are running low?”
- “What’s your backup plan if you cant make it to a clean?”
We know this is alot. It sounds like “hiring” for a job, because it is. Finding a good cleaner in Grand Lake is a huge pain. But “takin” the time to find the right person is a game changer for your property and your own sanity.
We see the stress on peoples faces when we pick them up from DEN, and we see the relaxation when they tell us “I finally found a great cleaner, our property is actualy making money and I’m not worried all the time.”
So keep looking. They are out there. Be patient, be professional, and be prepared to pay them well when you find them. Good cleaners are worth every single penny.
Good luck out there!
- The Winter Wagon Team