Not sure what all to clean? Here’s a guide detailing how to return your unit to the best condition possible.
For the Entire Unit
- Clean all windows
- Vacuum/sweep AND Mop/Swiffer all hardwood floors (get the sticky stuff up)
- Use “Mr. Clean Magic Eraser” to remove scuffs from walls throughout the house
- Wipe down all light switches and Doors, removing finger smudges
- Wipe down all heating radiators
- Wipe down/dust all baseboards, window sills, light switches, outlets, doors
- Wipe down all AC vents – remove dust from surrounding area
- Replace all burnt-out light bulbs
- Close all windows
- Put screens back in windows
- Patch any nail holes in walls with wall filler
- Remove any cobwebs from the ceiling with a broom
- Clean out any fireplaces
- Remove all trash from premises
- All carpeting must be vacuumed and shampooed
- Clean all blinds
Kitchen:
- Everything from “Entire Unit” section
- Scrub kitchen walls (especially near trash can) – be careful not to remove the paint
- Wipe down all cabinets and drawers (inside and out)
- Remove finger smudges from cabinets
- Clean/dust above cabinets
- Clean/dust top of fridge
- Reinstall any removed smoke detectors that you removed, ensure working batteries
- Remove all food/non-food from cabinets and fridge/freezer
- Clean the fridge/freezer with cleaner and WARM water
- Run the dishwasher empty in “sanitize” mode
- Clean microwave
- Clean the oven and range (may require “Easy-Off Oven Cleaner” spray)
- Clean inside garbage disposal with special disposal cleaning agent. Remove any debris that might be causing noise (paperclips, coins, bone fragments, etc).
Dining Rooms:
- Everything from “Entire Unit” section
- Clean glass in hanging light fixture
Bathrooms:
- Everything from “Entire Unit” section
- Clean mold from shower tiles/grout/caulk. This may take 2-3 cleanings if mold is persistent. Try using a special Mold remover cleaner (ex. Tiles Mold and Mildew) or bleach
- Scrub soap scum from tub walls
- Clean sink
- Clean mirror with glass cleaner
- Clean/scrub Toilet thoroughly
- Unclog shower if water is draining slow
- Clean all fixtures (sink may need “CLR” – a cleaning product to remove hard water & lime buildup)
- Replace burnt out light bulbs
- Remove personal items from shower and cabinets
- Clean cabinet shelves
- Scrub tile floor with a brush and soap
- Throw away the shower liner and curtain
Bedrooms:
- Everything from “Entire Unit” section
- Thoroughly clean/wipe down the closets, closet shelves, window sills
Exterior:
- Clean-up Front yard of debris, weeds, and dead vegetation
- Sweep Front porch, and then spray it down with garden hose.
- Clean up yard, deck, and stairs of trash, leaves, fallen branches, and debris
- Clean inside/outside of gas grill
- Remove personal vehicles, motorcycles, or bikes from premise