Moving Into a New Home? Here's Your Complete Move In Cleaning Checklist

Before unpacking a single box, a thorough move in clean ensures your new Melbourne home is truly fresh, sanitised, and ready for your family. It's much easier to deep clean when rooms are empty.

Why Move In Cleaning Is Essential

Even if the previous owners or tenants had a professional clean done before leaving, there's always dust from the vacancy period, residue from the moving process, and areas that standard cleans typically miss. Starting in a freshly cleaned home gives you peace of mind and a clean foundation.

Before Your Furniture Arrives

Take advantage of empty rooms to tackle cleaning that becomes difficult once furniture is in place.

• Steam clean all carpets while rooms are completely empty. This is the most effective time to do it
• Clean inside all cupboards, wardrobes, shelves, and storage areas
• Sanitise kitchen benchtops, sinks, and all bathroom surfaces thoroughly
• Clean windows inside and out to maximise natural light in your new home
• Check for any wall repairs needed before hanging pictures or installing shelving
• Wash or vacuum all hard floors before rugs are laid

Areas People Forget

• Inside the oven, dishwasher, and washing machine. Professional oven cleaning is worthwhile
• Light fixtures, ceiling fans, and exhaust fan covers
• Skirting boards, door frames, architraves, and door handle plates
• Garage, laundry, and storage areas that don't receive attention during standard cleans
• Outdoor areas: pressure wash paths, patios, and driveway
• Sliding door and window tracks where dirt, debris, and insects accumulate

Moving Into a New Build?

New construction leaves behind fine plaster dust, paint overspray, adhesive marks, and construction debris that a standard clean cannot handle. Our end of build cleaning service is specifically designed for newly constructed or renovated homes and uses specialised techniques and products.

Start your new chapter in a perfectly clean home. Book your move in clean today and arrive to a fresh start.