Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning in the Triangle
Moving is enough work already. We give an empty home a detailed, top-to-bottom clean, whether you are handing over the keys or settling into a new place.
What is move-in / move-out cleaning?
Move-in and move-out cleaning is a detailed, top-to-bottom clean of an empty home, done when you are handing over the keys or settling into a new place. Cardinal Rule Cleaning covers inside cabinets and drawers, appliances, closets, floors and baseboards for homes across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the Triangle, NC.
What's included
What does move-in / move-out cleaning include?
A move-in or move-out clean covers the inside of cabinets, drawers and closets, plus the oven, microwave and refrigerator, along with bathrooms, baseboards, doors, window sills and floors. Because the home is empty, these normally hidden areas are reachable. Your quote confirms exactly what is included for your space.
Kitchen
- Clean inside and outside cabinets and drawers
- Clean inside the oven, microwave and refrigerator
- Wipe appliance exteriors
- Clean countertops, backsplash and sink
- Sweep and mop floors
Bathrooms
- Clean inside vanities and cabinets
- Scrub tubs, showers and tile
- Clean and disinfect toilets
- Clean mirrors, sinks and fixtures
- Sweep and mop floors
Living areas, bedrooms & closets
- Wipe closet shelves and rods
- Wipe baseboards, doors and trim
- Clean window sills and tracks
- Dust vents, fans and light fixtures
- Vacuum carpets and mop hard floors
Your quote confirms exactly what is included for your space.
Who it's for
Who is move-in / move-out cleaning for?
- Renters and owners moving out who are preparing to hand the home back
- People moving in who want a fresh start before unpacking
- Sellers and agents getting an empty home ready to show
How it works
How does booking move-in / move-out cleaning work?
1
Tell us about your space
Answer a few quick questions about your home and what you need.
2
Get your quote and pick a time
We confirm the scope, the price and a time that fits your schedule.
3
Come home to clean
We follow the checklist, top to bottom. You enjoy the result.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about move-in / move-out cleaning
When is the best time to book a move-in or move-out clean?
Cleaning works best when the home is empty of belongings, so book around your move date. Put your preferred date on the quote form and Cardinal Rule Cleaning will confirm what works. You can request a quote in about 60 seconds, and the form includes a notes box for timing details.
How is move-out cleaning different from a deep clean?
They are similar in thoroughness, but a move-out clean is done in an empty home, so it also covers inside cabinets, drawers, closets and appliances that are normally full. A deep clean focuses on baseboards, trim, grout and built-up grime throughout the home.
Can you follow a landlord or agent checklist?
If you have a landlord or agent checklist, mention it in the notes box on the quote form so we can see what you need covered. Cardinal Rule Cleaning will confirm the scope in your quote, so you know exactly what is included before you book a time.
Where does Cardinal Rule Cleaning offer move-in and move-out cleaning?
Cardinal Rule Cleaning offers move-in and move-out cleaning across the Triangle, NC, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Holly Springs and Garner. Not sure whether your address is covered? Send your ZIP code with your quote request and we will let you know.
How do I get a cleaning quote?
Request a quote on the Cardinal Rule Cleaning quote form at cardinalrulecleaning.com/quote/, which takes about 60 seconds. Pick your service, tell us about your space and share your contact details. We review what you sent and give you a clear quote up front, with no surprise pricing, before any work begins.
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