Moving out is stressful enough without worrying about losing your security deposit. In Virginia Beach, landlords have high cleanliness standards — and a missed oven cleaning or dirty grout line can cost you hundreds. Use this complete move-out cleaning checklist to leave your home spotless.
Kitchen
- Clean inside and outside of all cabinets and drawers
- Degrease stovetop — remove and soak burner grates
- Clean inside the oven (including door glass and racks)
- Wipe down range hood and filter
- Clean inside and outside of refrigerator, including drip pan
- Clean inside the dishwasher including door seal and drain filter
- Wipe all countertops, backsplash, and tile grout
- Clean sink and faucet; remove hard water deposits
- Sweep and mop the floor including under the refrigerator
Bathrooms
- Scrub toilet inside and out, including base and behind the tank
- Clean sink, faucet, and drain — remove soap scum and hard water stains
- Scrub tub/shower — remove mildew, polish fixtures
- Clean mirror and medicine cabinet inside and out
- Clean exhaust fan cover
- Scrub tile floors and grout lines
Bedrooms & Living Areas
- Clean inside all closets — shelves, rods, and floors
- Wipe windowsills, frames, and tracks; clean interior windows
- Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and corners
- Clean all baseboards and door frames
- Wipe light switches and outlet covers
- Touch up scuff marks on walls
- Vacuum all carpets; mop hard floors
Easy-to-Miss Spots Landlords Always Check
- Top of the refrigerator and kitchen cabinets
- Inside the dishwasher filter and door seal
- Oven drawer (broiler pan)
- Bathroom exhaust fan covers
- Dryer lint trap and drum interior
- Inside closet shelves and corners
DIY or Hire a Professional?
DIY move-out cleaning takes 8–12 hours for an average home. A professional team completes it in 3–5 hours and guarantees the results. At Healthy Cleaning 4 You, our move-out service covers every item on this checklist. Get a free quote — we confirm your appointment within the hour.
