Empty-home cleaning
Move-in & move-out cleaning in Los Angeles & Pasadena
A detailed clean of an empty home or apartment — inside cabinets, closets and appliances, along every baseboard and across every floor — so it is ready for the walkthrough or for your first night.
01Overview
Cleaning an empty home, done right
Moving is the one time a home is completely empty, which makes it the best moment to clean the places furniture and groceries usually hide: inside kitchen cabinets and drawers, inside the refrigerator and oven, closet shelves, and the floor along every wall.
Tenants book a move-out cleaning to hand back the keys with confidence. Landlords, property managers and real estate agents book it between occupants. New owners and renters book a move-in cleaning so they unpack into a home that is clean on the inside of every cabinet.
Who it is for
- Tenants moving outPrepare the unit for the landlord’s final walkthrough.
- Moving inStart fresh before boxes and furniture arrive.
- Landlords & managersTurn a unit around between tenants.
- Home sellersA spotless, empty home photographs and shows better.
02Checklist
Move-in / move-out checklist
Built on our deep cleaning checklist, adapted for an empty home:
Kitchen
- Inside and outside of cabinets and drawers
- Inside the refrigerator and freezer
- Inside the oven, stovetop and microwave
- Dishwasher inside and out
- Counters, backsplash, sink and faucets
Bathrooms
- Showers, tubs and glass doors descaled and cleaned
- Toilets, sinks and counters disinfected
- Inside vanities and medicine cabinets
- Mirrors, fixtures and exhaust vents
Bedrooms, closets & living areas
- Closet shelves, rods and floors
- Baseboards, door frames and doors
- Window sills, blinds and light switches
- Ceiling fans and light fixtures
Floors throughout
- Vacuum carpets and edges
- Sweep and mop hardwood, tile, vinyl and stone
03Plan ahead
Make the day go smoothly
- Share the date, the size of the space and anything that needs special attention.
- Make sure water and electricity are on and that we can access every room.
- Let us know about parking, gate codes, keys or alarm systems in advance.
04FAQ
Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning: common questions
Still have a question? Call or text us — we are happy to help.
Will a move-out cleaning get my security deposit back?
No cleaning company can promise that — deposit decisions belong to the landlord and depend on the lease, damage and wear. What we can do is leave the unit thoroughly clean so cleaning is not a reason for deductions. Our move-out guide explains how California deposit rules relate to cleaning.
Does the home need to be empty?
Ideally yes. Cabinets, closets and floors can only be fully cleaned once furniture and belongings are out.
Do utilities need to be on?
Yes. Please make sure water and electricity are working on the day of the cleaning so we can use lights, outlets and hot water.
Do you clean carpets or walls?
We vacuum carpets; carpet shampooing and steam cleaning are not part of this service. Wall spot-cleaning can be requested as an add-on.
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Free estimate
Book your move-in or move-out cleaning
Tell us the move date, the size of the home and whether it will be empty.