Moving Guide

Moving Out Cleaning Checklist

Published January 12, 2013 · Written for MovingGuru readers since 2013

Got your bottle of 409 and scrubs?

It’s almost time, then, to get cleaning your place for moving out. However, before you start wiping, mopping and digging up grime, take a look at out moving out cleaning checklist.

MovingGuru.com’s Cleaning Checklist

In order from first to last–

  1. Repair & repaint walls
  2. Repair any broken items – Like blinds, handrails, etc.
  3. Clean the fridge – Defrost it, too.
  4. Clean the kitchen appliances – Including the oven.
  5. Clean furniture – Scrub out stains, wash covers.
  6. Wash windows, blinds and screens
  7. Unpack all drawers and cabinets
  8. Dust everything – Counters, cabinets, fridge-tops…
  9. Scrub everything – Toilets, sinks, counters
  10. Wipe everything down – Use cleaning products (like 409) and polish/wax/finishing where necessary.
  11. Sweep floors & vacuum carpet
  12. Mop floors
  13. Wax floors (if necessary)
  14. Wash carpets (if necessary)
  15. Review – Check for any missed items, stains, and problem areas.

Hire help – If things are clearly not cleaned enough, and you’ve done your best, it’s time to hire a professional. Learn how to hire a cleaning service.

_______________________________

How to Find Home Cleaners

What Are Move Out Cleaning Services?

How Much Does Move Out Cleaning Cost?

Hire a Packing Service for Moving

Filed under:Cleaning ServicesMoving Checklist & TipsPrepping & Packing

Keep reading

Moving House Problems

Nobody ever said moving is easy. Everyone knows it’s a pain in the butt. It’s a sweaty, grunty gig, an endeavor of stubbed toes and cussing. However, if you aren’t careful, it can be even worse than that. All too often,

Prepping & Packing · August 11, 2013

How to Sell Stuff Online for Free

Rather sell your stuff than move it? More power to you! That’sa great idea, because it’ll make your move easier and cheaper while also putting money in your pocket. Win-win. Plus, then you can upgrade – it was time for

Cost of Moving · May 31, 2013

How to Move Across Country

Moving far? Moving across the country is almost as demanding as moving comes. The only moves more demanding are the international move and the Hawaiian move. A cross-country move is hard, because it requires a lot of time, planning and

Prepping & Packing · May 11, 2013

Reasons to Move

Are you looking for a reason to move? In many respects, that alone is a reason to move. But maybe you’re anticipating your mom asking, "why are you moving?" Or your friend. Or your boss, wife or kid. And in

Finding a New Place to Live · May 9, 2013

Get Quotes