An agreed weekly household help checklist

Choose the essentials first

Not every home needs the same routine. Some people value fresh bed linen more than ironing. Others want help staying on top of laundry or keeping everyday items organised. Write down the jobs that really matter, rather than copying a generic list.

A practical sample checklist

• Change bed linen and put used items ready for washing.
• Sort, fold or put away clean laundry.
• Lightly tidy agreed living areas.
• Put everyday items back where the customer wants them.
• Note any jobs that need extra time or a separate quote.

Agree the boundaries

Ask whether cleaning, shopping or gardening are part of the same visit or require a different service. Make sure the expected duration, price, equipment and any extras are clear. A task list should never silently expand to work that has not been agreed.

Keep personal decisions with the customer

Ask where belongings should go before moving them, and agree how access will work. Avoid sending door codes or confidential financial or health information through an enquiry form.

Review the list together

After a first visit, decide what worked well and which tasks are better handled next time. Regularity should follow the real workload, not an assumed weekly package.

Practical household support does not include hands-on personal care, medication administration or nursing.