CALGARY
MOVE IN CLEANING
CHECKLIST
Moving into a new home is an exciting milestone, but it often comes with a significant amount of stress. While you are focused on packing boxes, coordinating movers, and setting up utilities, the cleanliness of your new property might be an afterthought—until you walk through the door. Whether you have purchased a new property or are renting a new suite, you deserve a fresh start in a home that feels truly yours.
At Move Out Cleaners Calgary, we understand that "broom swept" is rarely clean enough for a new arrival. Hidden dust, allergens left by previous owners, and grime in high-traffic areas can dampen the excitement of move-in day. This is why we offer specialized, fully customizable Calgary move in cleaning services for residents in Calgary and Airdrie, AB. We are trusted by local tenants, landlords, home buyers, realtors, and builders to deliver a higher quality clean than our competitors.
Because every home is unique, our services are tailored specifically to your needs. You might need a full top-to-bottom scrub, or perhaps just a focus on the kitchen and bathrooms. The following checklist outlines the comprehensive scope of what a thorough move in cleaning can entail. While this list is extensive, remember that when you hire us, your clean is fully customizable and may include, but is not limited to, the items listed below.
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Our Comprehensive Move In Cleaning Checklist
To achieve a true deep move in cleaning, you need a systematic approach. When a house is empty, it is the perfect—and often the only—opportunity to clean areas that will soon be covered by furniture and rugs. This checklist is designed to guide you through every zone of the home to ensure nothing is overlooked. Note – each of our move in cleaning services is tailored to meet the specific needs of your property.
The Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it is also the area that accumulates the most grease and food residue.
Cabinetry and Drawers:
- Vacuum the inside of all cupboards and drawers to remove crumbs and dust.
- Wipe down interior shelves and exterior doors, paying close attention to handles where sticky residue collects.
- Clean the tops of upper cabinets where heavy dust settles.
Surfaces and Sink:
- Scrub and sanitize countertops and backsplashes.
- Deep clean the sink, including the garbage disposal guard, and polish the faucet fixtures to remove hard water buildup.
Appliances (Internal & External):
- Refrigerator: Remove all shelves and drawers to wash in warm soapy water. Wipe down the interior walls to remove food spills and mildew. Vacuum the coils (if accessible) and clean the rubber door gaskets. Polish the exterior.
- Stove and Oven: Apply a heavy-duty cleaner to the oven interior (if not self-cleaning). Remove and scrub stovetop drip pans, burner grates, and control knobs. Pull the stove out to clean the floor and walls behind it.
- Dishwasher: Check the filter for debris and run a sanitizing cycle with a specialized cleaner or vinegar. Wipe down the door seals and front panel.
- Microwave: Steam clean the interior to loosen dried food, wash the turntable, and disinfect the handle and keypad.
Bathrooms
Sanitization is the priority to ensure all biological matter and soap scum from previous residents are completely removed.
Showers and Tubs:
Remove soap scum, lime scale, and mildew from tiles and grout. Polish shower doors and tracks.
Vanity:
Clean the sink and faucet. Wipe out the vanity drawers and medicine cabinet. Polish mirrors to a streak-free shine.
Toilet:
Scrub the bowl with a disinfectant cleaner, ensuring you reach under the rim. Clean the seat, lid, tank, and base thoroughly.
Exhaust Fan:
Remove the cover and vacuum out dust to ensure proper ventilation.
Living Areas, Bedrooms & Hallways
These areas may seem easier, but they require attention to detail to remove allergens.
Walls and Baseboards:
Dust and wash baseboards throughout the entire home. Spot clean walls to remove scuffs, fingerprints, or adhesive residue.
Windows:
Clean the interior glass, sills, and window tracks. Vacuum blinds or wipe down shutters.
Doors and Frames:
Wipe down all doors, paying attention to the tops of the frames and cleaning/sanitizing doorknobs and light switches.
Light Fixtures:
Remove glass globes to wash them and dust ceiling fans (blades and motor housing).
Utility and Laundry Room
Washer and Dryer:
Wipe down the exteriors. Clean the lint trap and the dryer vent hose. Run a cleaning cycle on the washing machine to remove detergent buildup/mildew smell.
Furnace Room:
Vacuum the floor and wipe down the exterior of the furnace and water heater.
Floors
Floors should always be the last step in your move in cleaning Calgary process to catch dust that falls from higher areas.
Carpet:
Thoroughly vacuum all carpets, including edges and closets. (Professional steam cleaning is recommended for pet dander or deep stains).
Hard Surfaces:
Sweep or vacuum hardwood, tile, and laminate floors. Mop with a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for the specific flooring type
Professional Move In Cleaning Services vs. DIY: Why It Matters
You might be tempted to handle the cleaning yourself to save money, but hiring cleaning services offers benefits that far outweigh the cost.
1. A Deeper Level of Clean - Professional cleaners use industrial-grade equipment and specialized products that are more effective than standard store-bought supplies. A professional team knows exactly where to look for hidden grime—like the tops of kitchen cupboards, the tracks of sliding doors, and the corners of closets. Move Out Cleaners Calgary specializes in deep cleaning, ensuring that we remove the bacteria and dirt that a quick DIY wipe-down would miss.
2. Time and Stress Management - Moving is physically and mentally exhausting. Between packing, transporting, and unpacking, you likely do not have the energy to spend 10 to 20 hours scrubbing a house. By outsourcing this task, you free up valuable time to focus on organizing your new life. You can walk into your new home and immediately start unpacking, rather than starting with a mop in your hand.
3. Health and Safety - If the previous occupants had pets or smoked, or if the home has been sitting empty gathering dust, the air quality may be poor. Professionals have the tools to significantly reduce allergens, ensuring a healthier environment for you and your family from day one.
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Your new home is a significant investment, and it deserves to be treated with care. Starting your residency with a spotless environment sets the tone for your life in the new space. Whether you are in Calgary or Airdrie, Move Out Cleaners Calgary is ready to provide the high-quality, customized move in cleaning service that local realtors and builders trust.
Don't let the stress of cleaning overshadow the joy of moving in. Let us handle the dirt so you can focus on making your new house a home. This move in cleaning checklist was developed through our years of experience, but each clean is customized based on the specific condition of the property. Contact us today to get your free, custom quote today by giving us a call or filling out our quote form.