Can I ask my guest to help with cleaning around the house?

Make sure to explain your house rules to the student when they arrive, including cleaning, use of the laundry facilities, and helping with other chores around the house

Your guest is responsible for cleaning their own bedroom, and you should make sure that they have access to necessary cleaning supplies, such as vacuum cleaners, etc.). Please show your student how to keep their room clean, as some of them may not have had to do any cleaning at home.

Please monitor the student’s room to make sure that they keep it clean and tidy, so that extensive cleaning is not required when they move out. Please keep open communication with the student, and let them know when you will be checking their room. If there are any issues, please let us know as soon as possible, so we can assist you to deal with these issues before they escalate.

You can also ask that guests do their own laundry, if you are comfortable with allowing them to use your laundry machines. Please make sure to show them how to use the laundry facilities, and arrange a schedule that suits both you and the student.

We encourage you to include the student in your normal household duties, so they learn how to look after a household.

Please ensure that you have regular pest control as part of your normal household maintenance. This is your responsibility as the householder, not the student’s.