When a reset beats another turnover
Standard turnovers keep a well-run listing moving. But buildup is cumulative — grout, vents, oven interiors, baseboards, and the spots behind furniture don't get touched on a 3-hour turn. A reset is the catch-up clean that puts the whole property back to where your listing photos promised.
- After a rough stay — the place needs more than a wipe-down before the next guest.
- Before peak season — going into World Cup 2026, SXSW, ACL, or F1 weekend at full standard.
- Review recovery — cleanliness ratings slipped and you need to reset the baseline.
- Post-event — a graduation, reunion, or small event left more than a normal turn.
Deep-clean reset pricing
Resets are quoted from photos because no two are the same. Here's the range to plan around.
| Property | Scope | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bedroom | Appliance interiors, baseboards, vents, grout, behind furniture | from $180 |
| 3 bedroom | Full reset + outdoor areas and extra-detail kitchen & bath | from $250 |
| 4 bedroom+ / post-event | Quoted from photos — heavy linen, patios, pool decks, haul-out | $300–$400 |
Quoted before anyone lifts a finger. Send a few photos with your request and we come back with a fixed number. The $25 hold reserves the slot; the balance is only due after the reset is done and photographed.
What a reset includes that a turnover skips
- Inside the oven, fridge, microwave, and dishwasher.
- Baseboards, door frames, light switches, and vent covers.
- Grout, shower glass, and faucet buildup.
- Under and behind movable furniture.
- Patios, balconies, and pool decks where they apply.
Questions hosts ask first
What's the difference between a turnover and a deep-clean reset? +
A turnover gets a property guest-ready between bookings. A reset goes further — appliance interiors, baseboards, vents, grout, and the buildup a fast turnover skips. Hosts book it after a rough stay, before peak season, or when cleanliness reviews slip.
How much does a deep clean cost for an Austin STR? +
It starts at $180 for a 1–2 bedroom and is quoted from photos for larger homes or heavy buildup, typically $250 to $400. We quote before anyone starts, so there's no surprise line item.
Can a deep clean recover a listing after bad cleanliness reviews? +
Often, yes. We reset the property to a photographable standard and send proof you can reference with guests. Paired with fresh listing photos, most hosts see ratings recover within a few stays.
Do you handle post-event cleanup? +
Yes. After a party-sized stay or a small event, we send a crew sized for the recovery — extra linen loads, patios and pool decks, trash haul-out — quoted from photos first.