Depending on the size and state of cleanliness of the property, your move-out cleaning checklist will vary. We’ve created a thorough move out cleaning checklist as a starting point for your convenience.
What’s on the move-out cleaning checklist?
1. Take any personal property that is still there.
Take any personal property that is still there.
2. Clean the floors
Vacuum the entire house one last time. Don’t forget to vacuum stairwells, nooks, closets, and other challenging areas.
3. Dust and clean the surface.
Wipe down bookcases, windowpanes, fireplace mantels, kitchen countertops, bathroom countertops, and other hard surfaces with an all-purpose surface cleaner and a roll of paper towels or a clean cloth.
4. Clear out the cabinets
Remember to clean the inside of every cabinet. Particularly in the kitchen, cabinets are prone to collecting food crumbs and other traces of food and cooking supplies.
5. Clean appliances.
Appliances made of stainless steel pick up smudges and fingerprints over time. Be sure to clean your refrigerator with a vinegar and water solution or an all-purpose spray. Don’t forget to clean the microwave inside and out.
6. Scrub and clean toilets, sinks, showers, and bathtubs
After you’ve finished cleaning and dusting, put on your sleeves and begin with the restrooms. Every sink, bathtub, shower, and toilet needs to be scrubbed and cleaned thoroughly. Before leaving, the bathrooms should be cleaned of any mold, rust, or mildew.
7. purge closets
Make sure to clean closet shelves and hanging rods after you’ve sorted through your clothing and accessories. Along with vacuuming the closet floors, make sure that all personal belongings have been taken out.
8. Get rid of the screws and nails in the wall anchors.
It’s best to take out all of the wall anchors, hooks, and nails before moving out unless the landlord or buyer specifically requested that you do so.
9. Patch up drywall and fill in holes
Make sure to patch up any unsightly holes in the wall after removing any nails, hooks, and drywall anchors. If any drywall needs to be fixed, think about hiring a qualified handyman to complete the task.
10. Paint can be used to cover blemishes and stains.
Take a small sample of paint that matches your wall to your neighborhood paint shop before moving out. Apply this paint to any remaining scuffs or stains on the walls. Baseboards and other areas painted in high-gloss should receive extra care because they are more likely to scratch than walls painted in a matte finish.
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