When you move into a new place, all you can think of is filling it up with furniture to make it a home. However, before you do this, you should give it a deep cleaning while it’s still empty. Moving, in general, is exhausting, so if you have to, call up cleaning services to get your house spotless before it’s time for you to move. And we know that when you have a whole checklist of things to do before moving, it might not seem like the biggest priority. But trust me, you’ll be happy you took the time and effort. Here are a few tips on why and where you should clean your house.

The family who lived there before you probably didn’t go room to room cleaning from top to bottom before they left. And yes, your landlord may have gone in and cleaned up, but a little extra is never a bad thing when it comes to yourself and your family. A deep clean will remove any chance of you finding anything unclean that was left behind. A thorough, one-time deep clean is all you need to ensure your home is in the most pristine condition.

Rooms and Hallways

When you hire a cleaning crew, they will do deep cleanings in bedrooms that usually consist of window sills, ledges, mirrors, ceilings, walls, and floors. Cobwebs and any fingerprints will be completely removed. Switches and door handles will be washed and scrubbed till they sparkle. Fans and light fixtures will also need to be cleaned to remove any dust so they are bright. If wallpaper is being used, a little extra care will be required. They can be wiped down with a wet cloth to remove any dust without damaging the quality of the material. So take note, and if you don’t want to hire a cleaning crew, hit it yourself!

Floors

With an empty house, cleaning the floors and corners is much easier. You can hit every nook and cranny with no furniture to work around. If you have carpets, they have a lot of dirt, dust, or bacteria and require a deep cleaning. You can rent a carpet cleaner from your local store if you don’t want to hire a professional. Floors should be cleaned last so you are not walking over them while cleaning the rest of the home. A cleaning crew usually has all the equipment needed to clean the floors deep and remove even the toughest marks and stains. They would also know how to clean specific flooring, like wood or tile, with the care required.

Bathrooms

Bathrooms are icky and hold on to lots of bacteria. So, the tiles must be completely sanitized, including sanitary fixtures like the bathtub, showers, sinks, bidets, toilets, countertops, etc. All of these fixtures are used multiple times daily, so everything must be completely washed and wiped before using it.

Kitchens

To make sure your kitchen is spotless, there should be a full sanitization of the sinks, countertops, backsplash, inside the oven, or cupboards. This will remove any grime or leftover food particles. The amount of cleaning required will depend on your house and the state of the equipment used. Kitchens are one of the most important places to be cleaned because any leftover food particles can attract pests. If your home has a used fridge, ensure every nook and corner is looked at and cleaned, especially the back, as a lot of dust can build up.

Ready to move in!

You can finally move your stuff in now that your house looks brand new. The results of a deep clean will make you feel so good about moving into your new place. While you can always do the deep cleaning yourself, a full cleaning team will be more thorough and efficient. This will also make your transition into a clean home smooth and easy.

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