How long does a turnover take?

It depends on apartment size and condition. Measure your own cleans for a few weeks and use those times when scheduling same-day changeovers.

Who is responsible for laundry?

Decide this in the owner agreement. Many agencies use an external laundry and charge the cost per stay.

High-season turnover checklist for Albanian coast rentals

By the Narona team · 31 August 2026 · 6 min read

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Housekeeper preparing fresh linen in a sea-view rental apartment

Short answer

A reliable turnover follows the same order every time: confirm the check-out, clean from top to bottom, check the inventory room by room, report anything broken, restock, and mark the apartment ready before the next check-in. Writing this order down and giving each turnover a clear deadline is what keeps same-day changeovers from failing in July and August.

Key takeaways

Every turnover's deadline is the next guest's check-in time.
Separate the move-out clean from a deeper pre-move-in clean when there is a long gap between bookings.
Check inventory during the clean, not after, so damage is linked to the right stay.
Anything broken becomes a maintenance ticket before the cleaner leaves.

Before the cleaner arrives

Confirm the guest has left and keys are returned.
Send the cleaner the address, access details, guest count for the next stay and any pets.
Flag special requests: cot, extra towels, early check-in.

During the clean

Strip beds and bag linen for laundry.
Kitchen: dishes, appliances, fridge emptied, bins out.
Bathroom: surfaces, shower drain, fresh towels, toiletries restocked.
Floors and balconies last; check balcony furniture on the coast for sand and salt.
Air conditioning filters and remote controls checked.

Inventory and damage check

Walk the apartment room by room with the inventory list. Mark every item present, missing or damaged, and take a photo of anything damaged. This record is what protects the agency and the owner if there is a dispute with the guest.

When should you schedule a pre-move-in clean?

If an apartment has stood empty for a week or more, dust and insects return, especially near the sea. A short refresh the day before arrival is worth adding. When bookings are back-to-back, the move-out clean is enough.

Handover

Photo of the made bed and living area sent to the coordinator.
Apartment marked ready in the system.
Any maintenance tickets confirmed with a due date before check-in.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a turnover take?: It depends on apartment size and condition. Measure your own cleans for a few weeks and use those times when scheduling same-day changeovers.
Who is responsible for laundry?: Decide this in the owner agreement. Many agencies use an external laundry and charge the cost per stay.