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The Meridian 50-Point Art of the Reset Checklist

This is our technical, zone-by-zone standard for residential concierge resets—not a vague “cleaning.” Every point is intentional: it defines what home management means inside your sanctuary and how we justify concierge-level care.

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The Kitchen Sanctuary (11 points)

  1. Countertops & backsplash: All items removed, surfaces disinfected, and items replaced neatly.
  2. Sinks & drains: Scrubbed, disinfected, and chrome fixtures polished to a high shine.
  3. Microwave: Full interior steam-clean and exterior polish.
  4. Major appliances: Specialized exterior polishing of the refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher.
  5. Stovetop & hood: Degreasing of range surfaces and polishing of control knobs.
  6. Cabinet fronts: Detailed spot-cleaning of exteriors and hardware disinfection.
  7. Small appliances: Wiping down and de-crumbing toasters, coffee makers, and blenders.
  8. Trash/recycling: Emptying bins, sanitizing the interior/exterior of the can, and replacing liners.
  9. Table & chairs: Dusting and wiping down legs and undersides.
  10. Windowsills: Wiping down sills and dusting blinds/ledges.
  11. Floor reset: Vacuuming followed by a detailed damp mop.

The Bathroom Refresh (12 points)

  1. Shower/tub: Thorough scrubbing of tile and grout to remove mineral buildup.
  2. Glass enclosures: Removal of water spots and polishing of shower doors.
  3. Toilet sanitization: Complete disinfection inside and out, including the base and area behind the unit.
  4. Vanity & sink: Detailed cleaning of the countertop, basin, and drain.
  5. Fixtures: Polished chrome faucets, showerheads, and towel rods.
  6. Mirrors: Streak-free cleaning of all glass and mirrors.
  7. Cabinet fronts: Wiping down doors and disinfecting handles.
  8. Light fixtures: Dusting bulbs and fixtures within reach.
  9. Towel service: Neatly folding and hanging fresh towels.
  10. Trash: Emptying and sanitizing wastebaskets.
  11. Baseboards: Detailed dusting or hand-wiping.
  12. Floor sanitization: Sweeping and mopping with clinical-grade disinfectants.

The Master & Guest Suites (10 points)

  1. Bed linens: Stripping and replacing sheets with fresh linens (if provided).
  2. Bed presentation: Making the bed to hotel/resort standards.
  3. Furniture dusting: All surfaces, including tops, fronts, and legs of nightstands and dressers.
  4. Under-furniture care: Vacuuming under beds and accessible furniture.
  5. Electronics: Dry-dusting TV screens and remotes with microfiber.
  6. Mirrors: Polishing any wall or floor mirrors.
  7. Lampshades: Vacuuming or dry-brushing shades and bases.
  8. Picture frames: Delicate dusting of all frames and wall art.
  9. Closet floors: Vacuuming accessible closet flooring.
  10. Upholstery: Light vacuuming of any bedroom seating.

Living & Common Areas (12 points)

  1. General dusting: All horizontal surfaces, shelves, and mantels.
  2. Upholstery refresh: Vacuuming sofas, chairs, and under cushions.
  3. Pillow & throw management: Fluffing cushions and folding decorative blankets.
  4. Glass surfaces: Cleaning coffee tables and glass partitions.
  5. Electronics/entertainment: Dusting TVs, sound systems, and consoles.
  6. Ceiling fans: Dusting blades (height restrictions apply).
  7. Cobweb removal: High-corner and ceiling inspection.
  8. Air vents: Vacuuming air intake and return grills.
  9. Light switches: Removing fingerprints and disinfecting all plates.
  10. Door frames/handles: Wiping down frames and disinfecting high-touch handles.
  11. Stairs & rails: Vacuuming stairs and hand-wiping railings.
  12. Area rugs: Thorough vacuuming and edge cleaning.

Home Management & Safety (5 points)

  1. Entryway reset: Cleaning the “landing zone” and organizing shoes/bags.
  2. Laundry exterior: Wiping down the washer/dryer and cleaning lint traps.
  3. Utility check: Inspecting and dusting the utility room surfaces.
  4. Safety audit: Testing smoke/CO detector batteries (optional concierge task).
  5. Restoration note: Final walkthrough and placement of the Art of the Reset leave-behind note.

Scope may be tailored to your booked service tier, square footage, and room selection. Ask us how Sanctuary, Market Ready, or Project Block maps to this standard for your home.