Moving into a new home is exciting, but even a property that looks clean may have hidden grime in the oven, dust in the cupboards or residue in the bathroom. Doing a thorough clean before you unpack means you're starting fresh — and it's much easier to clean an empty property than one full of furniture and boxes.
Before You Start
Gather your cleaning supplies and work from the top of the house down, and from the back rooms to the front. This way, any dust or debris you dislodge falls onto surfaces you haven't cleaned yet.
- All-purpose cleaner and disinfectant
- Oven cleaner
- Microfibre cloths and sponges
- Mop and bucket
- Vacuum cleaner
- Rubber gloves
- Bin liners
Kitchen
The kitchen deserves the most attention. Previous occupants may have left grease in the oven, crumbs in the cupboards and residue on the benchtops.
- Clean inside the oven and microwave
- Wipe out all cupboards and drawers
- Clean the fridge inside and out
- Degrease the rangehood and filters
- Wipe down benchtops and splashbacks
- Clean sink, taps and drain
- Mop the floor
Bathrooms
Bathrooms should be thoroughly disinfected before you use them. Pay particular attention to the toilet, shower and any grout that may have mould.
- Disinfect toilet bowl, seat and exterior
- Scrub shower tiles and remove soap scum
- Clean vanity, sink and taps
- Wipe down mirrors
- Check grout for mould and treat if needed
- Mop floor
Bedrooms
Wipe down all built-in wardrobes inside and out, clean window sills and tracks, and vacuum or mop the floors before you move furniture in.
- Wipe inside wardrobes and drawers
- Clean window sills, tracks and frames
- Dust light fittings and ceiling fans
- Vacuum carpet or mop hard floors
- Wipe skirting boards
Living Areas and Hallways
Dust all surfaces, clean light switches and power points, and vacuum or mop floors. Check walls for any marks that may have been left by the previous occupants.
- Dust shelves and surfaces
- Wipe light switches and power points
- Clean window sills and tracks
- Vacuum or mop floors
- Spot clean any wall marks
When to Book a Professional Move-In Clean
If you're short on time, moving from interstate, or the property needs more than a light clean, a professional move-in clean is a worthwhile investment. Chenesa Cleaning Services AU provides thorough move-in cleans across Kalgoorlie and the Goldfields — so you can focus on settling in.
Need Help With Your Cleaning?
If you don't have the time, equipment or energy to complete the job yourself, Chenesa Cleaning Services AU can help. Contact us for a personalised quote.