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Cleaning is a crucial part of the moving process, and if you do it right, you’ll certainly reap the benefits. Getting rid of all the grime can be a nasty business, but don’t worry! If you’re reluctant to do the dirty work yourself, there’s always a plan B: the best move in cleaning service NYC has ever seen can do it for you.

But what exactly does a move in cleaning include? Needless to say you should clean your new home before moving in, but how much cleaning is enough when moving out or moving in? Will it be enough for you to get your full security deposit back? Read on to find out.

What is included in a move in cleaning?

Every move in cleaning checklist should include the following tasks:

• Deep cleaning in every room. Work meticulously on appliances and surfaces to ensure you’ll get rid of all the dirt and any remaining microbes from previous house occupants. 
• Kitchen cleaning, from wiping down the walls, to dealing with appliances and cleaning cupboards thoroughly both inside and outside. One of the most relevant cleaning tasks in the kitchen is disinfecting the sink, as that’s the place that probably has the largest number of germs in the house (besides toilet). 
• Bedroom and living room (and any other room) cleaning, beginning with top-to-bottom dusting, cleaning light fixtures and changing faulty light bulbs, disinfecting door knobs, cleaning carpets, baseboards and tiles, window washing, replacing air filters, and lastly: sweeping, mopping and vacuuming the floors.
• Bathroom cleaning, from replacing the toilet seat with a brand new one and disinfecting your toilet to scrubbing the bathtub and shower. Wipe down counters and faucets, clean baseboards, shelves, cabinets, drawers and mirrors. Sweep and clean the floor. You should probably leave bathroom cleaning for last as you might need to rinse your sponges and other cleaning tools.

How do I clean my house before moving in?

Cleaning your new house before moving in can be a bit discouraging sometimes, especially if you’re already exhausted from numerous responsibilities at work and all the house moving obligations on top of that. Getting lost in everyday bustle is easy, and it can happen with cleaning too, especially if you’re not sure where to start.

Here are some tips that will hopefully motivate you and help you get started:

1. Write a move-in cleaning checklist of the cleaning tasks which should be done before you move in and a separate checklist for the cleaning tasks that should be done after you move-in. 
2. Start from the top and work your way down, cleaning ceilings (including the ceiling fan) and walls, baseboards and floors.
3. When cleaning the floors, apply the same logic as when cleaning carpets: begin at the part of the room furthest from the doorway and you’ll save yourself the trouble of messing up the sections of the room you cleaned earlier. 
4. Thoroughly disinfect the surfaces that are particularly affected by bacteria, such as the bathroom area. Besides sanitizing the bathroom, make sure to kill all the germs that live on door knobs, locks, switches, countertops etc.

The very best move in cleaning service in NYC will make your new home shine

Who says move in cleaning has to be distressing? Book with Swipe N Clean, sit back and relax! It’s that simple. We’ll match you with cleaning superstars of NYC who are trustworthy, efficient and attentive to details. Rest assured, every cleaner we pair you up with is fully vetted, insured and bonded for your peace of mind.

Spend a fun day out with kids in the Bronx Zoo and forget about dust and boxes! Professional cleaners will not only save you energy and time, but also make your home shine.

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