Move-Out Cleaning Checklist for Renters

What Arlington landlords actually check — room by room.

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What your landlord will check

Arlington property managers walk through with a checklist. Here's what they're looking at — and what our move-out cleaning covers.

Kitchen

Oven interior and racks. Stovetop and drip pans. Refrigerator inside and out (empty it first). Dishwasher front. Cabinets and drawers inside. Sink, faucet, and disposal area. Backsplash. Floors including under appliances where reachable.

Bathrooms

Toilet — inside, outside, base, and behind. Tub/shower walls and grout. Sink and vanity. Mirror. Exhaust fan cover. Floors.

Everywhere else

Baseboards. Window sills and tracks. Closet shelves, rods, and floors. Light fixtures and switch plates. Blinds. All floors vacuumed and mopped, carpet edges detailed. Walls spot-cleaned for scuffs.

Don't forget

Remove all belongings — including from storage areas, balconies, and parking spaces. Take photos after cleaning for your records. Return all keys and access devices.

Want it handled? Our move-out clean targets exactly this list. Call (571) 556-5583.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my landlord finds something after I leave?

If it's something our clean covered, call us within 48 hours and we'll return to address it.

Should I be there for the walkthrough?

If possible, yes — or have our cleaning done before the walkthrough so the place is at its best.

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