Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning
A detailed, empty-home clean that helps renters protect their deposit and buyers start fresh in a spotless space.
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- Since 2018
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A Spotless Start (or Finish)
Moving is stressful enough. Whether you’re handing back the keys or getting a new place ready, our move-in/move-out clean covers the details landlords and new owners care about — inside cabinets, appliances, closets, and every surface.
Best done on an empty home for the most thorough result.
Across the East Valley’s fast-moving rental and resale market, a move-out clean is often the difference between a full deposit back and a disputed deduction — and a move-in clean is the difference between starting fresh and inheriting the last tenant’s baseboards. Property managers and landlords across Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, and Scottsdale routinely refer their tenants to us for exactly this reason.
Because this service is scoped around an empty home, it goes further than even a deep clean — every cabinet, every closet, every spot furniture used to sit gets attention. It’s the standard landlords, property managers, and new owners expect on a walkthrough.
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What's Included — Our 23-Point Move-In / Move-Out Checklist
Here’s exactly what you get — every move-in / move-out covers all 23 points below.
Kitchen
- Inside all cabinets and drawers
- Inside and outside of oven
- Inside and outside of refrigerator
- Inside microwave
- Countertops and backsplash
- Sink and faucet descaled
- Exterior of all appliances
- Floors detailed
Bathroom
- Inside cabinets and drawers
- Toilets fully detailed
- Showers, tubs, and glass descaled
- Tile and grout scrubbed
- Mirrors and fixtures polished
- Floors detailed
Whole Home
- Inside all closets
- Baseboards hand-wiped
- Doors and door frames wiped
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans dusted
- Blinds, sills, and tracks detailed
- Vents and registers dusted
- Switch plates and outlet covers wiped
- Walls spot-cleaned
- All floors vacuumed and mopped
Timing Your Move-Out Clean
For the most thorough result, schedule your clean after furniture and belongings are out of the home but before the final walkthrough with your landlord, property manager, or the new owner’s agent. That sequencing lets us reach inside cabinets, closets, and the spots furniture used to cover — the areas that get flagged most often on a move-out inspection.
This service is built around empty-home cleaning, so it fits a specific set of situations rather than everyday upkeep.
What's Not Included (and What You Can Add)
Exterior work like garage floors, patios, or exterior windows generally falls outside the standard checklist, as does carpet shampooing or any repair-type work (patching walls, touch-up paint). If your lease or listing requires any of those, let us know and we can point you to the right add-on or a trusted partner.
Who It's For
- Renters who want their full deposit back
- Buyers/sellers prepping a home for handoff
- Landlords and property managers turning a unit
Good to Know Before You Book
This service is priced and scoped as an empty-home clean, so the most thorough (and efficient) result comes once all furniture and belongings are out. If timing means the home can’t be fully empty, tell us up front — we’ll still clean everything we can access and let you know if any areas will need a follow-up pass once it’s cleared.
We also work with real estate agents preparing a listing for photos or showings, not just tenants and landlords handling a lease turnover — the same detailed, empty-home standard applies either way.
If you’re coordinating a full turnover — cleaning plus repairs, painting, or staging — we’re glad to work alongside your other vendors and time our visit to fit the overall schedule. Just share the target date and any access details when you request your quote.
Why Choose Sun Life
The same trusted team every visit — they learn your home and your preferences.
Real W-2 employees, background-checked and insured — never anonymous subcontractors.
Eco-friendly products that are safe for kids and pets.
100% satisfaction guarantee — if it's not right, we make it right within 24 hours.
Local, family and women-owned, serving the East Valley since 2018 with 200+ 5-star reviews.
How It Works
A smooth, stress-free cleaning experience begins with a trusted and proven process. From your initial consultation to the final walkthrough, every step is thoughtfully designed to give your home the detailed attention it deserves. With our reliable cleaning services across the East Valley, you can sit back and relax, knowing every corner of your home will be cleaned with care and precision.
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Get your free quote — tell us about your home and needs.
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Walkthrough
We build your plan — the right service, team, and schedule.
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Services Completed
Enjoy a spotless space — backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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Preparing for Your Move-In / Move-Out Clean
For the most thorough result, the home should be fully empty of furniture and belongings before we arrive — that's what allows us to reach inside cabinets, closets, and behind where furniture used to sit. If the home can't be fully empty, tell us in advance so we can plan around it.
How Pricing Works
Pricing is based on home size and current condition, since a lived-in home just vacated takes longer than one that's already been lightly cleaned. Share your square footage and any specifics (number of bathrooms, whether appliances need detailing) and we'll give you a clear, upfront quote.
Our Guarantee
If your landlord, property manager, or buyer's agent flags anything from our checklist within 24 hours of the clean, tell us and we'll return to fix it at no charge, as long as the home is still accessible. Timing matters here more than with most services, so the sooner you flag an issue, the faster we can resolve it.
If You're Selling, Not Just Moving
A move-out clean before listing photos or showings does real work for a sale — buyers notice a spotless, neutral-smelling home even if they can’t quite articulate why it feels more appealing.
If you’re prepping for a listing rather than a lease turnover, mention it when you book; we’ll time the clean close to your photo or showing date so the home looks its best when it matters most. It’s a small cost relative to what a strong first impression can do for a sale price. Ask your agent — most will tell you a spotless walkthrough is worth the investment.
Frequently Asked Cleaning Questions
Should the home be empty for a move-out clean?
Ideally yes — an empty home lets us reach inside cabinets, closets, and behind where furniture was for the most thorough result.
Can you match a landlord or property manager's checklist?
Absolutely. Send us their requirements and we’ll make sure they’re covered.
How much does a move-out clean cost?
It’s based on home size and condition. Share the details and we’ll provide a clear, upfront quote.
Can you clean the same day as my move-out inspection?
Often yes, if we can get in after the home is empty and before your inspection time. Share your timeline when you request a quote and we’ll do our best to make it work.
Do you offer this service across all the cities you serve?
Yes — move-in and move-out cleaning is available throughout Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, and Scottsdale.
Do you clean appliances like the oven and refrigerator inside and out?
Yes — inside and outside of the oven and refrigerator are both included in our move-in and move-out checklist, along with the inside of every cabinet and drawer.
Do you clean inside closets and built-in shelving?
Yes — the inside of every closet and built-in shelving unit is part of our standard move-in/move-out checklist.
Can you coordinate directly with my property manager or leasing office?
Yes. We regularly coordinate scheduling and access details directly with property managers, leasing offices, and real estate agents on a client’s behalf.
Do you offer a checklist I can share with my landlord to prove the clean was thorough?
Yes — our 23-point checklist doubles as documentation you can share with a landlord or property manager showing exactly what was covered.
Can you clean a home the same day the movers finish loading the truck?
Often yes, if we can access the home once it’s empty. Share your moving timeline when you request a quote and we’ll do our best to slot in right after.
What if the home still has some furniture left when your team arrives?
We’ll clean everything we can access around remaining furniture and let you know if any areas will need a quick follow-up once the home is fully cleared.
Ready to Book Your Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning?
Get your free, no-obligation quote today — and see why East Valley homeowners trust Sun Life. Sun Life Cleaning Services · 6859 E Rembrandt Ave, Ste 128, Mesa, AZ 85212 · (480) 571-7707