Are you about to move and leave your old Chicagoland home behind? Not sure how to go about hiring a move-out cleaning service, or what you need to do before they visit your home?
Well, the last thing you want to do is hire them before your home or apartment is move-out ready, as this will only waste your time and money.
Things to Do Before Booking a Move Out Cleaning Service
Want to make the most of your move out cleaning service? We’ve compiled a list of tasks you should do before booking a cleaning service for your move, so you can get the most out of your service!
- Pack Up Your Belongings
A cleaning crew is for cleaning, not organizing. If you have belongings everywhere, they won’t know what to do. So, pack up your items in advance, and if possible, bring them over to your new home.
- Dispose of Junk
A house cleaning service crew will help make your home spotless, but it won’t clear away anything that isn’t clearly marked as trash or in need of cleaning.
If you have old or broken items you no longer want, throw them out or donate them before the house cleaning crew arrives. If you don’t, you’ll only confuse them and either be left with junk, or lose items because the cleaners thought they were supposed to throw it out.
- Take Care of Any Necessary Patch Up Jobs
Have you left holes or marks in your walls from hanging up artwork or photos? If so, you should patch and paint over the damage. This is especially important if you’re moving away from a rented property in Chicago or the surrounding suburbs, as you most likely won’t get your deposit back if there’s damage.
- Paint the Walls
If your paint has chipped or if you painted the walls a different color, you should paint your walls back to the original color before you move. This is essential if you painted without permission, as it is another thing that could prohibit you from getting your deposit back.
- Replace or Repair Carpets or Flooring
Is your carpet frayed? Is the flooring permanently scuffed or damaged? Replace or repair these things before the house cleaning crew arrives.
- Ask About the Company’s Cleaning Rate
If you have a large home or if the cleaning crew will have a lot of work to do, you should ask upfront how much their service will cost. Get an estimate on how much the house cleaning crew will cost. If money is an issue, clean up as much as you can on your own, so they won’t have to be there as long.
- Remove Nails & Hooks from the Wall
Nails and hooks can be a liability issue, and someone from the cleaning crew could hurt themselves accidentally on one. Before the house cleaners come, be sure to remove any nails and hooks from the wall.
- Double Check All the Systems
Before you move, you should make sure all the house systems are working. Take the time to do a quick tour of the house to inspect the water, electrical, and gas systems are working. If they aren’t, call a maintenance company for assistance.
- Inspect Your Appliances
If you’re living in a rental property, make sure you inspect your appliances before you go. They should be up and running and functioning properly. If they’re not, you should call the maintenance company.
- Make Sure Cleaning Equipment is Supplied
While most house cleaning companies bring their own cleaning supplies, not all do. Check in advance, and if they don’t supply everything you need (or don’t have certain products you prefer) make sure to buy them in advance. Also, if you’re someone who prefers all-natural or environmentally friendly products, request that they only use those or provide them yourself.
Final Thoughts on Cleaning Services
Moving out can be stressful, but hiring the right move out house cleaning service shouldn’t be. By following the tips outlined in this article, you can prepare for your cleaning service appropriately!
Are you ready to move out of the greater Chicagoland area? Need a cleaning service to assist you? Contact us for a free estimate!
