In a college town like Fayetteville, lease turnover comes in waves, and so do move-out inspections. Whether you're a University of Arkansas student, a parent helping with the move, or a landlord turning over a unit, a thorough clean is the simplest way to protect a security deposit.
Here's the room-by-room checklist we use as a starting point on move-out cleans. Always read your lease too, since some landlords have specific requirements.
Kitchen
- Empty and wipe inside every cabinet and drawer
- Clean inside the refrigerator and freezer (remove shelves and drawers)
- Clean inside the oven, microwave and dishwasher filter
- Degrease the stovetop, range hood and backsplash
- Scrub the sink and polish fixtures
- Wipe cabinet fronts, handles and baseboards
Bathrooms
- Scrub tub, shower walls, glass and grout
- Clean toilet inside and out, including the base and behind it
- Wipe inside the vanity and medicine cabinet
- Clean mirrors, fixtures and exhaust fan cover
Bedrooms & living areas
- Empty and wipe closets, shelves and rods
- Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, vents and blinds
- Wipe window sills and tracks
- Spot-clean walls, doors, switch plates and frames
- Vacuum and mop every floor, including corners and closets
Don't forget
- Inside the washer and dryer (including the lint trap)
- Patio or balcony swept
- All trash removed from the unit
- Photos of every room after cleaning, for your records
Timing tips
Book your move-out clean for after the last box leaves but before your inspection. Empty homes clean faster and more thoroughly. During busy summer turnover, schedule early, since popular dates fill quickly.
Want it handled?
Our move-in/move-out cleaning covers everything above, using natural, non-toxic products, and we work around lease and closing dates across Fayetteville and all of Northwest Arkansas.