Move-In and Out Cleaning Service
Move-in and move-out cleanings are designed for clients who are changing homes and need a detailed, top-to-bottom service in an empty space. This clean helps ensure the home is fresh, presentable, and ready for the next chapter, whether you are handing over keys or settling into a new place.
Happy Clients
- Fresh Start
- No Stress
- Move with Confidence
Stress Less During Your Move
Moving into a new home should feel exciting, not uncertain. Even when a place looks clean, you can’t always tell how well it was cleaned or what was overlooked. Starting fresh in a space that’s been professionally sanitized gives you peace of mind from the moment you walk through the door.
Our team makes sure every corner, surface, and hidden spot is cleaned properly so your new home feels truly yours.
Moving out comes with its own chaos: packing, organizing, paperwork, deadlines. Deep cleaning is usually the last thing anyone wants to deal with. Once your belongings are out, simply hand the cleaning over to us. We’ll leave the home spotless and move‑out ready, helping you meet landlord expectations and protect your deposit without adding more stress to your plate. Whether you’re settling into a new place or preparing to hand over the keys, Pink Lemon Maids is here to make the transition smoother. We take care of the cleaning so you can focus on the move itself.
What To Expect
Our Move‑In and Move‑Out Cleaning is a detailed, top‑to‑bottom service designed to meet rental expectations and give the next occupants a truly fresh start. It includes everything from our Deep Cleaning checklist, plus added attention to the areas that matter most during a move, such as: inside cabinets and drawers, inside the oven and refrigerator, baseboards, and all major surfaces throughout the home.
Our cleaning technicians arrive fully equipped with professional tools and supplies, so you don’t have to worry about tracking down anything on moving day. We handle the cleaning from start to finish, making your move smoother, easier, and completely stress‑free.
Starting at $320
View the cleaning checklist below.
What's Included in a Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning:
Kitchen:
- Remove cobwebs
- Wipe interior and exterior appliances
- Wipe down microwave interior and exterior
- Wipe inside and outside cabinets and drawers
- Wipe inside pantry and closets
- Degrease range hood and filter
- Disinfect countertops and backsplash
- Scrub and disinfect sink and faucet
- Wipe window sills
- Wet wipe baseboards
- Clean door, door frames
- Spot clean walls (minimal marks)
- Clean inside fridge
- Degrease and clean oven interior
- Clean behind and under large appliances—only if client moves them, they’re on wheels, and under 35 lbs.
- Sanitize inside dishwasher
- Vacuum and mop
- Empty trash
Washrooms:
- Vacuum air vents
- Dust ceiling fans
- Remove cobwebs
- Sanitize surfaces
- Clean mirrors
- Scrub and disinfect sink and surfaces
- Scrub tub, shower tiles, shower door
- Clean toilet including base and behind
- Polish Chrome fixtures
- Wipe exterior cabinet and drawer
- Wipe window sill
- Wipe door handles and light switches
- Wipe inside cabinets/drawers
- Wet wipe baseboards
- Clean door and door frames
- Spot clean wall (minimal marks)
- Vacuum and/or wash floors
- Empty trash
Bedrooms/Den/Office/Study:
- Remove cobwebs
- Wipe windowsills
- Dust and wipe surfaces and decors
- Sanitize high touch areas
- Clean door, door frames
- Wet wipe baseboards, doors, door frames
- Wipe door handles and light switches
- Clean mirrors
- Spot clean wall (minimal marks)
- Vacuum and/or mop floor
- Empty trash
Laundry Room:
- Wipe visible baseboards
- Clean doors, and door frames
- Wipe down countertops, surfaces
- Clean reachable shelves, decor
- Wipe top of washer and dryer
- Sanitize utility tub/sink
- Sanitize inside, washer and dryer
- Vacuum and mop visible floors
All Areas:
- Vacuum air vents
- Dust ceiling fans
- Remove cobwebs
- Sanitize surfaces
- Clean mirrors
- Wipe windowsills, baseboards, door, door frames
- Wipe door handles and light switches
- Clean behind and under movable appliances (under 35lbs, must be on wheels or moved by the client)
- Clean light fixtures if sturdy and reachable by a 2-step ladder
- Vacuum and/or wash floors
- Empty trash
Add-Ons and Extras:
- Interior windows
- Dust & wet wipe blinds (if sturdy)
- Sanitize inside dishwasher- we do not disassemble parts
- Sanitize inside washer and dryer- we do not disassemble parts
- Detailed scrubbing of washroom tile and grout (approximately 6 × 6 ft)
- Detailed scrubbing of floor tile grout (approximately 6 × 6 ft)
Please note: results vary depending on the age and condition of the grout. Not all grout can be fully restored. Severely worn or permanently stained grout may require professional tile and grout restoration services.
Services we do not provide:
- Mold removal (please contact a professional remediation company)
- Tile & grout restoration
- Homes with heavy smoke damage or smoke-stained walls
- Cleanup involving blood, bodily fluids, feces, or cat litter.
- Homes with active or past pest infestations (roaches, bed bugs, rodents, etc.) and removal of dead animals
- Exterior windows
- Balcony cleaning, garage cleaning, patio cleaning
- Cleaning of high windows or chandeliers
- Washing ceilings
- Garbage removal of large post-construction debris or Garbage Removal Off-site
- Clutter Organization
- Hoarder homes
- Dishwashing
- Laundering clothing
- Full wall washing
- Item handling, such as organizing items, removing full load of dishes and glasses from kitchen cupboard, removing full load of items from the fridge and freezer
- Clean Light Bulbs due to risk of breakage
- Move heavy furniture (over 35 lbs.)
- Use of a ladder higher than 2-steps
Why Outsource Your Move-In/Out Cleaning...
Save Time When It Matters Most
Moving comes with endless tasks. Outsourcing the cleaning frees up hours so you can focus on packing, paperwork, and settling in.
Get a True, Top-to-Bottom Deep Clean
We don’t just wipe surfaces, we clean inside appliances, cabinets, baseboards, corners, and high-touch areas. It’s the level of detail needed to meet landlord standards or impress new buyers.
A Stress-Free Transition
Skip the chaos of cleaning an empty home at the end of a long moving day. You’ll have peace of mind knowing everything is taken care of.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning?
This service includes a detailed clean of kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and bedrooms, with extra attention to items like baseboards, light switches, door frames, and floors. Where accessible and empty, we can also clean inside cabinets, drawers, and inside appliances so the home feels truly move-in ready. Exact inclusions may vary by home layout and condition.
For a full breakdown, please view the Move-In and Out Cleaning Checklist
Why is Move Cleaning so expensive? Shouldn't it be cheaper because the place is empty?
Move‑in, move‑out, or vacant cleanings are more costly because they are labour‑intensive, require significantly more time, products, and specialized tools, and include detailed tasks such as cleaning the interior of ovens, fridges, freezers, all kitchen cabinets and drawers, washroom cabinets, and pantries; even when a home is empty, it is actually more work because without furniture we can see all the buildup and grime that was previously hidden.
Do you bring cleaning supplies for Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning?
Yes. Our cleaners bring all the cleaning tools and products.
When should I book my Move Cleaning?
The best time to book is after most or all of your belongings have been removed. The place must be completely empty. This allows our team to reach more surfaces and clean more thoroughly. Ideally, schedule the clean as close as possible to your key handover date, with a small buffer in case anything needs a quick touch-up.
Do I need a Move-In Clean if the place already looks clean?
Even when a home looks clean there may still be dust, residue, and germs left behind in kitchens, bathrooms, and storage areas. A Move-In Clean gives you the peace of mind that surfaces have been freshly cleaned and sanitized for your family before you unpack.
Do you clean inside appliances and inside cupboards?
Cleaning the interior of one oven, one fridge, and the cupboards in one kitchen is included. Cleaning additional ovens and fridges is available as an add-on. Interior cleaning of the dishwasher, washer, and dryer is also offered as an add-on. We do not disassemble any appliance parts, but we clean and sanitize all accessible interior surfaces thoroughly.
