The Key to a Smooth Move-Out Day: The House of Rosie Cleaning Guide
Moving out of a home can be both exciting and stressful. Amidst the chaos of packing boxes and coordinating logistics, it’s easy to overlook one crucial aspect: the cleanliness of the property. However, ensuring that you leave your old home in pristine condition can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth move-out day for everyone involved.
The key to a seamless transition lies in one simple yet powerful solution: clean as much as possible and leave the home in the condition you found it in—or better! While it may seem like a daunting task amidst the hustle and bustle of moving, taking the time to tidy up can save you time, money, and potential headaches down the road.
Here’s why making cleanliness a priority on move-out day is the ultimate solution:
Respect for the Next Occupants: Leaving your former home in a clean and well-maintained condition demonstrates respect for the next occupants. Just as you would appreciate moving into a spotless space, future tenants or homeowners will thank you for leaving behind a home that is ready for them to move into without any extra hassle.
Avoiding Additional Costs: Failure to leave the home clean and well-maintained could result in deductions from your security deposit or even additional cleaning fees. By taking the initiative to clean thoroughly, you can potentially avoid these extra costs.
Personal Satisfaction: There’s a sense of satisfaction that comes with leaving a home better than you found it. Knowing that you’ve left behind a clean and inviting space not only benefits the next occupants but also leaves you with a sense of pride and accomplishment as you embark on your new journey.
So, as you prepare for your move-out day, remember that cleanliness is the ultimate solution for a smooth transition. Take the time to clean as much as possible, paying attention to areas highlighted in our cleaning guide below:
House of Rosie Cleaning Guide
Deep clean inside, underneath and behind all kitchen appliances.
Pull the appliances out to clean under and behind them. When cleaning the inside of the appliances, make sure there are no traces of food or dust.
Wash the cupboards inside and out, as well as the countertops.
Check in the back of all your cupboards and drawers to make sure nothing is left behind, then clean them thoroughly of any spilled food or dust etc.
Clean all windows, including tracks and blinds.
Warm, soapy water and a small scrub brush works well to get the tracks clean!
Wash all the walls and doors.
Please use a a damp rag and a gentle dish soap to wash the walls, this will help prevent unnecessary damage to the paint and will get rid of marks, stains, grease and dust.
Dust or wash fans, vents and light fixtures.
Safely dust and wipe down all of the lights and fans in your unit. Replace any burnt out light bulbs, as well.
Clean the bathroom thoroughly including the tub, tile, shower walls, sink, vanity, mirror, medicine cabinet, cupboards and toilet.
Clean your bathroom from top to bottom. Get into every nook and make sure there is absolutely no trace of hair or residue left behind.
Vacuum and clean the carpets.
You may need to rent a carpet cleaner, if there are any stains or smells that you can’t get out on your own.
Wash the floors and baseboards.
Whether you have hardwood floors, laminate or tile in your home, make sure to use the appropriate cleaners and tools to get them clean.
Remove all garbage.
Please remove all garbage from the property, under no circumstances should any furniture or garbage be left in the alley or beside the bins.
Remember: Your unit needs to be clean enough for us to hand it over to the next tenant, we have very high standards when it comes to cleaning and the quality of our units. By leaving your old home in pristine condition, you’re not just closing one chapter—you’re setting the stage for a fresh start, both for yourself and for the next occupants. So, roll up your sleeves, grab your cleaning supplies, and make your move-out day a smooth and successful one!