A move-out cleaning list is a detailed guide to ensure every part of a home is thoroughly cleaned before moving out.
Living Room and Common Areas
- Dust all surfaces
- Clean windows and window sills
- Wipe down baseboards
- Vacuum carpets
- Mop hard floors
- Clean light switches and outlets
- Remove cobwebs
- Clean air vents
- Dust ceiling fans
Kitchen
- Clean inside and outside of cabinets
- Wipe down countertops
- Clean sink and faucet
- Clean inside and outside of microwave
- Clean refrigerator inside and out
- Clean oven and stove top
- Wipe down backsplash
- Sweep and mop floor
- Empty trash and sanitize trash can
Bedrooms
- Dust all surfaces
- Clean windows and window sills
- Wipe down baseboards
- Clean light switches and outlets
- Vacuum carpets
- Mop hard floors
- Clean closet shelves and rods
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures
Bathrooms
- Clean mirror
- Wipe down countertops
- Scrub sink and faucet
- Clean toilet inside and out
- Clean shower and tub
- Wipe down tiles and grout
- Sweep and mop floor
- Sanitize light switches and outlets
- Empty trash and sanitize trash can
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