Moving is one of those major life stressors that’s hard to avoid. There’s packing, the move itself, unpacking, adjusting to a new place…and cleaning. If you’re moving in, you’ll likely want to start off on the right foot, with a fresh, clean home. And if you’re moving out, you probably want to leave the place looking as nice as possible, especially if you rent.
While hiring professional cleaners for move-in/move-out cleaning might seem like one more expense, the experts at Like New Cleaning Service are here to explain why it’s a smart investment.
Move-In Cleaning
From the moment you laid eyes on it, you knew this was your new home. A deep clean before you bring in the first box can help you feel a little more relaxed as you settle in.
Save Yourself Time & Effort
There’s already so much to think about on moving day! Even if you hire professional movers rather than doing it all yourself, there’s still a lot going on. You may be at the center of many moving parts, with people constantly asking questions or following up on details. There’s choreographing what goes where when the movers arrive. There may be children or pets to keep out of the way!
A professional move-in cleaning service gives you one less thing to think about on the big day. No surprise messes in the kitchen. No gross leftovers in the bathroom. No spiderwebs in the kids’ rooms. Just a fresh, sparkling new home to welcome you.
Health & Safety
Who knows what the previous owners or renters left behind? Before you touch surfaces, including doorknobs and faucet handles, give yourself peace of mind that everything’s been thoroughly disinfected.
If your new place has been empty for a while, it might have become a home for unwanted pests. There may also be untreated mold, mildew, algae, or other allergens lurking in dark spaces.
Before moving day, your cleaners will clear your home of anything that might be a health or safety hazard to you and your family.
Move-Out Cleaning
Perhaps you’ve outgrown your studio apartment, or your expanding family needs more space. Whatever the reason you’re moving out, cleaning up after you go may be more than a courtesy to the next occupants – for many renters, it’s essential.
Renters: Getting Your Deposit Back
The cleaner you leave your rental apartment or house, the more likely you are to get most or all of your deposit back. Landlords like to go over the space with a fine-toothed comb. Any work that needs to be done after you leave, including deep cleaning, may be taken out of your deposit – and may cost more than if you had hired a cleaning service yourself.
In some cases, your lease may require you to deep clean your apartment when you move out. Make sure to read it carefully so you know what’s expected of you.
Owners: Attract More Buyers
If no one’s bought your house by the time you move, that means real estate agents will be bringing people in after you’re gone. As you may remember from looking at potential new homes yourself, prospective buyers prefer a place that’s spotless. Clutter, dust, mildew stains, fingerprints, and smudges are major turn-offs for people considering investing in your old home. They want to be able to picture themselves in the space, not thinking about who used to live there.
Having your old home professionally cleaned shows buyers that your house or condo was well cared for and will be a good investment.
Why Hire a Move-In/Move-Out Cleaner?
Unless you love scrubbing every inch of your home, we recommend hiring a professional cleaning service for moving in and moving out. Professional services offer:
- High-quality, industrial-grade tools and cleaning products.
- A detailed checklist of everything that needs to be done.
- The experience and expertise to handle deep, built-up grime, dirt, and stains.
- Depending on the service, you may get more than one person cleaning your home for greater efficiency.
FAQs: Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning
Q: When should I schedule my move-in cleaning?
A: Schedule your service for before any boxes or furniture are brought to your new space. For most people, this is the day before moving in.
Q: When should I schedule my move-out cleaning?
A: Schedule your service for after the last boxes and pieces of furniture have been taken out. This will typically be the day after you move, when everyone is done coming and going from your home.
Q: What’s the difference between a regular cleaning and a deep move-in/move-out cleaning?
A: Regular cleaning involves basic cleaning, such as dusting, mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming. A deep cleaning, whether moving in or out, gets into every nook and cranny of the space and often includes windows, the insides of appliances, and disinfecting surfaces.
Q: How much does a move-in/move-out cleaner cost?
A: That depends on the company. Some companies charge per room or per square foot, while others charge by the hour or by the number of cleaners. There may also be extra charges for especially dirty or grimy areas, or for special tasks such as refrigerator or oven cleaning. It’s best to have a professional on-site to assess your space and provide a more accurate estimate.
Q: Do I need to be there while the professionals clean?
A: Not necessarily. Generally speaking, most professional cleaning services just need to be let in to your home. You can leave after they arrive, or you can give them a code or key to get in. A reputable company will be trustworthy enough to get the job done professionally and efficiently.
Like New Makes Moving Less Stressful
Whether moving into your dream home or moving out of your old apartment, Like New Cleaning Services is here to help. Give yourself one less thing to stress about with a move-in or move-out deep clean!
Contact us today to learn about our specialized move-in/move-out cleaning services in Bridgewater, Middleboro, and surrounding areas!
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