Move-Out / Move-In Cleaning Checklist
General Areas (Living Room, Dining Room, Bedrooms, Hallways)
Remove all personal items, trash, and debris.
Dust all surfaces, including baseboards, window sills, ceiling fans, light fixtures, and vents.
Clean walls (spot clean scuffs, marks, cobwebs).
Clean and polish all mirrors and windows (inside and outside if accessible).
Vacuum carpets and mop hard floors.
Clean and sanitize light switches, doorknobs, and handles.
Check and clean vents, air returns, and heating/cooling units.
Kitchen
Clean and disinfect countertops and backsplash.
Clean and degrease stovetop, burners, oven (inside and out), and range hood/filter.
Clean inside and outside of all cabinets and drawers.
Clean and disinfect sink and faucet.
Clean refrigerator (inside and out) and defrost if needed.
Clean dishwasher inside and out.
Mop floors thoroughly.
Remove trash and odors.
Bathrooms
Clean and disinfect sinks, faucets, counters, and backsplashes.
Clean and disinfect toilets, including base and behind.
Scrub and disinfect shower, bathtub, and tiles (remove soap scum, mold, mildew).
Clean mirrors and glass surfaces.
Clean and polish fixtures and hardware.
Mop floors thoroughly.
Empty and clean vanity cabinets and drawers.
Check and clean exhaust fans.
Bedrooms
Clean inside and outside of closets (wipe shelves, rods, and walls).
Vacuum carpets or mop floors.
Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, baseboards.
Windows & Doors
Clean windows inside and outside (if accessible).
Wipe down doors, door frames, and trim.
Clean door tracks and sliders.
Floors
Vacuum carpets thoroughly.
Spot clean carpet stains.
Mop and disinfect all hard floors (tile, hardwood, laminate).
Final Touches
Replace or clean air filters.
Check for any remaining debris and remove.
Air out rooms to remove odors.
Test smoke detectors (replace batteries if needed).
Leave any necessary documentation or keys in agreed location.
