Move-Out Cleaning
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Room-by-room cleaning and handover steps that get your security deposit back.
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Kitchen
- Clean inside the oven and the stovetop
- Clean inside and behind the fridge
- Wipe out cabinets and drawers
- Clean the microwave inside and out
- Scrub the sink and run the disposal
Bathrooms
- Scrub the toilet, tub, and shower
- Clean the mirrors, sink, and cabinets
- Clear hair and soap scum from the drains
Every room
- Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and vents
- Wipe baseboards, doors, and light switches
- Clean inside closets
- Patch nail holes and touch up paint (if allowed)
- Clean windows, sills, and tracks
- Vacuum and mop all floors
- Replace burned-out light bulbs
Handover
- Take date-stamped photos and video of every room
- Remove all trash and belongings
- Return all keys, fobs, and garage remotes
- Give the landlord your forwarding address in writing