Why move in cleaning matters
Even if the last owners or tenants cleaned, it was not your clean. You do not know what was wiped down, what was skipped, or what products were used. And an empty home that sat for a while collects dust fast.
A move in clean gives you peace of mind. Before a single box comes in, every cabinet, drawer, closet, bathroom, and floor is fresh and ready. It is the easiest time to clean a home, because nothing is in the way.
Who books move in cleaning
- Families buying a new house
- Renters moving into a new apartment, condo, or townhome
- New construction homes with a layer of builder dust
- Adult children helping parents move into a smaller home
- Anyone who wants to start fresh and feel settled faster
What is included in my move in cleaning
Kitchen
- Wipe inside every cabinet and drawer before your dishes go in
- Clean inside and outside the refrigerator
- Clean inside and outside the oven and microwave
- Wipe the stovetop, backsplash, and counters
- Scrub and shine the sink
- Clean the floor and edges
Bathrooms
- Scrub and sanitize the tub, shower, and toilet
- Wipe inside vanity drawers and cabinets
- Clean mirrors, faucets, and fixtures
- Wipe towel bars and toilet paper holders
- Mop the floor
Bedrooms, closets, and every room
- Wipe closet shelves and rods
- Hand wipe baseboards and door frames
- Dust window sills and blinds
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures I can reach
- Wipe light switches, outlets, and door handles
- Vacuum carpets and mop hard floors
A note about new construction homes
New homes are exciting, but they are often dusty. Fine dust from drywall and sawing settles on window sills, inside cabinets, and in the corners of floors. A good move in clean takes care of that general dust so your family starts fresh. If there is heavy construction debris, leftover materials, or paint and adhesive on surfaces, let me know during the walkthrough so we can talk honestly about what cleaning can and cannot handle.
How to plan your move in clean
- Schedule it for after you get the keys but before the movers come
- Make sure the water and electricity are on
- Let me know how to get into the home
- Tell me if there are rooms you want extra focus on
Keep it clean after you move in
New to the area? Read my first week in New Lenox checklist. Once you are settled, a lot of families set up biweekly cleaning so their new home stays as fresh as the day they moved in. I already know the home by then, which makes it easy.
Who does your move in clean
I do. I am Nevaeh, the New Lenox cleaning lady behind Nevaeh's Heavenly Clean. If you want regular cleaning once you are settled, you already know who is coming.
How move in cleaning is priced
I give you a price after a free walkthrough of the home. If you cannot get into the home yet, we can talk about the size and layout, and I can confirm the price once I see it in person. Size, bathrooms, appliances, and condition all play a part.
