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Move-Out Cleaning Checklist

Use this checklist before handing over keys to maximize your chances of getting your full security deposit back. R&A covers every item on this list in a standard move-out clean.

Kitchen

  • Clean inside, outside, and on top of all cabinets and drawers
  • Degrease stovetop, burner grates, and drip pans
  • Clean inside and outside of oven (including broiler drawer)
  • Wipe down microwave — inside, outside, and underneath
  • Clean refrigerator inside, outside, and underneath (including coils if accessible)
  • Wipe down dishwasher interior, door seal, and filter
  • Scrub sink basin and faucet; remove hard water stains
  • Wipe all countertops and backsplash tiles
  • Clean exhaust fan/range hood filter
  • Sweep and mop floor, including behind appliances

Bathrooms

  • Scrub toilet — bowl, tank, base, and behind
  • Clean shower and/or tub: tiles, grout, door tracks, curtain rod
  • Remove soap scum and hard water stains from fixtures
  • Clean inside and outside of vanity, cabinets, and medicine cabinet
  • Scrub and polish sink and faucet
  • Clean mirrors to streak-free finish
  • Wipe walls, light switches, and outlets
  • Clean exhaust fan
  • Sweep and mop floor including behind toilet and under vanity

Bedrooms & Living Areas

  • Wipe all baseboards throughout
  • Clean inside all closets — shelves, walls, floor, and ceiling light
  • Remove all nails or screws from walls; fill holes if required by lease
  • Wipe windowsills, window tracks, and blinds
  • Clean all glass — windows (interior), mirrors, glass doors
  • Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and smoke detectors
  • Wipe light switches and electrical outlet covers
  • Vacuum and mop all floors (including under furniture if still present)
  • Wipe all doors, door frames, and door handles

Walls, Ceilings & Surfaces

  • Spot-clean scuffs and marks from painted walls
  • Wipe down all trim and crown molding
  • Clean air vents and return grates
  • Wipe down staircase railings and spindles if applicable

Garage / Basement / Storage

  • Sweep out garage floor; remove any staining if possible
  • Wipe down shelving units left behind
  • Clean utility sink if present
  • Remove all belongings and trash

Final Walkthrough

  • All trash removed from every room
  • All light bulbs working
  • All keys, fobs, and remotes accounted for
  • All personal belongings removed
  • Take timestamped photos of every room before handing over keys

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