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How to prepare your Airbnb for a fast, spotless turnover

Great reviews start with a spotless, well-stocked unit at check-in. Here's how to make turnovers reliable.

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Build a turnover checklist

Standardize the clean, linens and restock so every guest arrives to the same standard.

Schedule around check-in/out

Book the turnover in the window between guests — Genie lets you set recurring turnovers.

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Never get left uncovered

If a cleaner cancels, Genie's backup cascade keeps the unit covered so you're not scrambling.

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Restock the essentials

Coffee, paper, toiletries — a simple restock add-on keeps guests happy and reviews high.

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FAQ

How fast is an Airbnb turnover?

It depends on unit size and the checklist; Genie estimates the time and can schedule recurring turnovers around your calendar.

What if my cleaner cancels between guests?

Genie auto-detects it and dispatches a backup pro, so your unit stays covered before the next check-in.

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