11+ Moving Out Cleaning Tips You Need To Know

Looking for the best guide to moving out cleaning? Here are the best moving-out cleaning tips you need for a successful move!

I know it may be hard to think about cleaning when you're currently just trying to get everything packed and transported, but cleaning is an important step in your move!

I'm here to take one big load off your shoulders and tell you everything you need to do while moving out to stay clean and organized!

One of my favorite ways to clean when tackling such a large space is to clean each room one space at a time. It's really easy to get flustered and try to clean too much at once, but just focus on one room at a time!

Here is a breakdown of how to successfully accomplish your moving-out cleaning.

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THE BEST MOVING OUT CLEANING GUIDE:

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

MOVING OUT CLEANING : KITCHEN

MOVING OUT CLEANING : BATHROOMS

MOVING OUT CLEANING : BEDROOMS

MOVING OUT CLEANING : LAUNDRY ROOM

MOVING OUT CLEANING : WHOLE HOUSE

MOVING OUT CLEANING : KITCHEN

Make sure your fridge & freezer are empty

Wipeout inside of fridge/freezer

Self clean your oven using the oven's setting

Scrub the inside of the microwave

Wipe the outside of all of the kitchen appliances

Wipe down counters & backsplash

Make sure the stovetop is clean

Dust the top of the refrigerator

Use garbage disposal cleaner (so your house does not smell bad)

Move big appliances (fridge & oven) and vacuum or sweep behind them

Take out all trash

MY FAVORITE KITCHEN CLEANING PRODUCTS:

Lemi Shine Garbage Disposal Cleaner and Deodorizer Powered By Citric Acid | Foam Cleaner For Kitchen Garbage Disposal with a Natural, Fresh Lemon Scent (16 Count)

Method All Purpose Natural Surface Cleaning Spray - Pink Grapefruit - 28 Fl Oz (Pack of 3)

Practical Matter Organic Cotton Fiber All-Purpose Kitchen Sponge (Pack of 2)

MOVING OUT CLEANING : BATHROOMS

First, put toilet bowl cleaner into the toilet bowls and let it saturate while you start other tasks

Make sure all drawers and cabinets are empty

Vacuum out the bathroom cabinets & drawers

Wipe down all countertops

Spray shower cleaner onto the shower and let it sit

Scrub the toilet after the cleanser has sat for a while

Clean the actual toilet - scrub the seat, under the seat, the outside of the tank, and the base

Get rid of the limescale on your shower head by tying a ziplock bag filled with vinegar around the shower head (submerging the shower head in vinegar).

Clear hair from the shower drains

Scrub your shower out & rinse

Dust surfaces (don't forget to dust the light fixture)

Wipe down mirrors

Sweep & mop the bathroom floors

MY FAVORITE BATHROOM CLEANING PRODUCTS:

Scrubbing Bubbles Extra Power Toilet Bowl Cleaner, Rainshower, 1 Squeeze Bottle, 24 oz, (Pack of 2)

Scrubbing Bubbles Mega Shower Foamer Aerosol, Tough Foaming Bathroom, Tile, Bathtub and Disinfectant Shower Cleaner (1 Aerosol Spray), Rainshower Scent, 20 oz (Pack of 2)

MOVING OUT CLEANING : BEDROOMS

Vacuum and wipe down all Baseboards

Dust windowsills and blinds (then lock the windows)

Dust ceiling fan & light fixtures

Make sure floors are swept/vacuumed/mopped

Make sure your closets are empty & vacuumed/dusted

If carpet, try to remove any carpet stains

MY FAVORITE BEDROOM CLEANING PRODUCTS:

Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover, 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)

Swiffer Dusters Heavy Duty Extender Handle Starter Kit (1 Handle, 12 Dusters)

MOVING OUT CLEANING: LAUNDRY ROOM

Move washer and dryer and make sure you get everything from behind there
Dust, dust, dust!!! The laundry room gets super dusty, so make sure it's as dust-free as can be!
Wipe down the outside of the washer and dryer so they look clean