Moving is always more work than expected. There are more boxes to pack than you thought and visible dirt and dust buildup that must be deep cleaned. Working with a cleaning professional during your move out saves you valuable time and energy, giving you peace of mind knowing you are leaving a freshly cleaned home behind. Don’t miss these 5 forgotten factors during your move out clean:
Get
your deposit back or show better than competitors
Whether you are leaving a rental or selling your home, a move out clean is a smart financial choice. Leaving a spotless home behind means less money taken out of your security deposit and a good referral from your landlord. If you are selling your home, a brightly cleaned space helps buyers feel welcome and ensures that your home will stand out among your competitors.
Move outs take longer than expected
Moving not only takes effort, it takes a lot of time. We often get last minute calls from clients who intended to
clean themselves and find out they did not budget enough time for the packing, moving and cleaning! It’s a misconception that move out cleanings are easy because the home is vacant. In fact, they’re more difficult because cleaning is needed in areas that have not been tended to in years and can’t be completed in “just a couple hours.” Cleaning tasks to remember include: inside drawers and cabinets, baseboards, tops of door frames, blinds, ceiling fans, inside appliances, etc. Having a cleaner do a move out clean saves you hours of time so you can focus on more pertinent matters.
Windows
Don’t forget to clean the windows! Clean windows can either make your home look sparkling clean and
bright, or dingy, dirty, and unkept. Windows attract bugs and dirt buildup inside the window frames and tracks, while rain and sprinklers create residue on the glass that is difficult to remove with regular cleaning supplies. Having your window technician do a formal window washing (windows inside and out, tracks and screens fully cleaned) gives you peace of mind knowing that every area of your home is clean, not just the areas you can see.
Carpet cleaning
Carpet cleaning is a huge task on its own, but thanks to our cleaning professionals all you have to do is ask. Don’t let a dirty carpet sabotage your security deposit or a potential buyer. Schedule a carpet cleaning to ensure that pet hair, dirt,
and bacteria is removed from the fibers of your carpet. You’ll be amazed at the results.
When to schedule a cleaning
When it comes to moving, planning and time management is key. All home repair and improvement services should be scheduled first (painters and handyman). Once you’re ready to schedule cleanings, the recommended order is:
Window Washing
House Cleaning (can clean up any drips or foot prints the window washers left behind)
Carpet Cleaning (allows carpets to dry without anyone else stepping over them
Schedule your services at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure availability, or 3-4 weeks for more schedule flexibility. Coordinating with multiple professionals can be challenging during crunch time, let Our Referral Agency coordinate all 3 cleaning services
for you!
