Move Out Cleaning Checklist
Taking that cleaning to the next level and switching houses or apartments? I am so excited that this is our last rental house ever, but that still leaves the move. Like most people, we had to put down some cash for a damage deposit, and I fully intend to get all that cash back. Here’s my comprehensive checklist of how to clean your whole house. Here we go.
Fix Major Problems
Spackle holes in the walls.
Repaint, if you have to.
Kitchen
Clean and wipe down all the cabinets, inside and out.
Clean and wipe down countertops.
Scrub refridgerator, in and out.
Scrub the oven, inside and out.
Pull out the refridgerator and stove and sweep behind them.
Clean out the microwave.
Clean the sink and faucet.
Sweep and mop the floor.
Bathroom
Scrub and bleach the shower/bathtub.
Clean toilet, including the actual porcelain. Don’t forget behind the seat!
Clean out all drawers or other storage areas and wipe down.
Clean sink and counters.
Sweep and mop the floor.
Clean the mirrors.
All Other Rooms
Dust or clean the light fixtures.
Dust and wash around windows and on windowsills.
Clean window glass.
Wipe down doors and door knobs.
Wash walls.
Wash baseboards.
Vacuum, sweep, mop floors.
Garage, Outside
Mow the lawn.
Pull weeds.
Hose off any outdoor stairs.
Sweep out an empty garage!
I want that samage deposit back, and we’re going to get it. Although, like, you could always just hire a cleaner, if you have the budget for it.