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Cleaning tips for moving out of a house in San Diego: checklist and scheduling

Moving out is a sequencing problem. Clean in the right order and you avoid doing the floors twice.

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By the SoCal Steam Clean team · Published · Updated

Order of operations

  1. 1Remove furniture and boxes.
  2. 2Clean cabinets, shelves and closets.
  3. 3Clean bathrooms and kitchen fixtures.
  4. 4Wipe walls, switches and baseboards.
  5. 5Vacuum, then professional carpet and tile cleaning.
  6. 6Photograph every room.

Checklist by room

Move-out checklist
RoomFocus
KitchenAppliances, cabinets, grout
BathroomsFixtures, tile, mirrors
BedroomsClosets, carpet
Living areasCarpet, baseboards, windows

Renters

Read your lease for carpet cleaning terms and keep receipts and photos.

When to call

See move-in tips, move-out carpet cleaning and tile and grout.

Frequently asked questions

When should carpets be cleaned when moving out?

After furniture is removed and other cleaning is done.

Will carpet cleaning guarantee my deposit?

No one can guarantee that; it depends on your lease and the carpet's condition.

How long to allow for drying?

Several hours; plan ahead of the walkthrough.

Should I photograph rooms?

Yes, date-stamped photos help.

Do you clean tile too?

Yes, tile and grout cleaning is available.

Written by the SoCal Steam Clean team

SoCal Steam Clean is an IICRC Certified Firm providing carpet, upholstery, tile and grout cleaning and water damage restoration across San Diego County, California. About us

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