Church Cleaning Checklist
A clean church provides a welcoming environment for worshippers.
Below is a comprehensive cleaning checklist divided into daily, weekly, and monthly tasks to ensure every part of the church remains spotless and well-maintained.
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Daily Church Cleaning Checklist
These are light but essential cleaning tasks that help maintain a tidy and inviting church environment.
Entrance and Reception
✅ Mop and clean the lobby floor and surfaces
✅ Dust and clean doors and doorknobs
✅ Sweep both interior and exterior entrance areas
Sanctuary
✅ Mop and clean the floors
✅ Vacuum and sweep carpets
✅ Dust walls, windows, and window handles
✅ Wipe down pews and railings
Bathrooms
✅ Clean walls, sinks, and toilets
✅ Mop the floors
✅ Disinfect all surfaces
✅ Ensure air fresheners are in place
Administrative Offices
✅ Dust and clean furniture
✅ Mop and clean the floor
✅ Empty the trash
✅ Wipe clean office equipment
Nursery and Classrooms
✅ Sweep and mop floors
✅ Change sheets in cribs
✅ Clean and organize toys and stationery
✅ Empty trash cans
Weekly Church Cleaning Checklist
Weekly tasks involve deeper cleaning that requires more time and effort. These tasks should be scheduled at times that do not interfere with church activities.
Entrance and Reception
✅ Clean and vacuum lobby areas and floor mats
✅ Clean the glass and reception furniture surfaces
✅ Sweep the front entrance
✅ Refill water dispensers
Sanctuary
✅ Vacuum carpets thoroughly
✅ Clean and clear the altar area
✅ Tidy up Bibles and hymn books
✅ Clean furnishings and windows
✅ Dust and arrange musical instruments
Bathrooms
✅ Deep clean all surfaces
✅ Disinfect toilet bowls, sinks, faucets, and handles
✅ Refill paper towels, soap, sanitizer, and other necessities
Administrative Offices
✅ Vacuum floors and dust furniture
✅ File documents on shelves
✅ Clean shelves and cabinets
✅ Dust office equipment
✅ Dispose of outdated newspapers or magazines
Nursery and Classrooms
✅ Change sheets in the nursery
✅ Clean and disinfect toys and other objects
✅ Vacuum floors and carpets
✅ Arrange and organize classrooms and nursery
Monthly Church Cleaning Checklist
A monthly deep cleaning ensures the longevity of church furnishings and helps maintain a pristine environment.
Entrance and Reception
✅ Wipe down walls and vacuum floors
✅ Clean and polish entrance doors, hand railings, and windows
✅ Inspect and maintain the church gardens and trim grass
✅ Sweep parking lots
Sanctuary
✅ Polish wooden chairs and railings
✅ Wipe down walls and wash windows
✅ Clean and dust window blinds
✅ Lift and clean under heavy furniture, instruments, and other finishes
Bathrooms
✅ Deep clean tile floors, walls, counters, and windows
✅ Check toilets and sinks for leaks or cracks
✅ Inspect and clean drains
✅ Empty storage cabinets, clean them, and restock supplies
Administrative Offices
✅ Inspect and dust furnishings
✅ Lift and clean under heavy furniture and office appliances
✅ Vacuum floors, dust ceilings and walls
Nursery and Classrooms
✅ Change sheets and mattress covers
✅ Dust windows and window blinds
✅ Clean and disinfect toys
✅ Wipe down walls
Final Notes
Keeping your church clean and organized enhances the worship experience and maintains a safe, welcoming environment for all attendees.
Following this checklist ensures that every area of the church receives the care it needs.
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