Moving
Move-In Cleaning Checklist
Start fresh in your new home. A room-by-room checklist to ensure every surface is cleaned, sanitized, and ready before you unpack a single box.
KC Mop Stars
Move-In Cleaning Checklist
Aim for WOW!What's Included
Here is everything you will find inside this checklist. Print it, check items off as you go, and never miss a spot.
Kitchen
- Clean inside refrigerator and freezer including drawers and shelves
- Clean inside oven, stovetop, and range hood
- Clean inside microwave including turntable
- Clean and sanitize sink, faucet, and garbage disposal
- Wipe all cabinet interiors and exteriors
- Clean backsplash and countertop surfaces
- Sweep and mop floors including under appliances
- Clean inside dishwasher and run empty cycle
Bathrooms
- Deep clean and sanitize toilet including tank, seat, and base
- Scrub shower/tub, tiles, grout, and glass doors
- Clean and polish all chrome fixtures and remove water spots
- Clean mirrors, medicine cabinet interior, and vanity
- Mop floors and clean baseboards
- Replace or wash shower curtain and liner
- Clean exhaust fan cover and vent
- Check and clean drains and remove hair clogs
Bedrooms and Closets
- Vacuum and clean inside all closets including shelves and rods
- Clean ceiling fans, light fixtures, and vents
- Wash interior windows and clean window tracks
- Dust and wipe all baseboards and door frames
- Clean light switches and outlet covers
- Vacuum carpet thoroughly including edges and corners
- Mop hard floors with appropriate cleaner
Living Areas and Dining
- Clean inside any built-in shelving or storage
- Dust and clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
- Clean windows, window sills, and tracks
- Vacuum all carpeted areas and mop hard floors
- Wipe baseboards, door frames, and trim throughout
- Spot-clean walls and remove scuff marks
- Clean light switches and outlet covers
Whole Home Essentials
- Replace HVAC filters
- Clean and vacuum all air vents and returns
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Clean inside washer and dryer including lint trap
- Sweep garage floor and clean storage areas
- Clean entry doors, handles, and threshold
- Replace burned-out lightbulbs throughout
Exterior and Entry
- Sweep porch, patio, or entryway
- Clean exterior light fixtures
- Wash entry door and clean doorbell
- Remove cobwebs from eaves and corners
- Clean windows accessible from outside
- Ensure gutters are clear of debris
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