Move out and move in
Move Out and Move In Cleaning in Tampa, FL
An empty-unit clean for tenants, landlords, property managers and new residents. Tell us the unit size and your key or move-in date and we send a quote.
What does a move out clean in Tampa include?
A move out clean covers everything inside an empty home or apartment: floors, baseboards, inside cabinets and drawers, appliance interiors, bathrooms, windowsills and blinds. It follows the usual landlord checklist and takes longer than a regular clean, typically 4 to 8 hours of crew time.
| Area | Included | Not included unless added |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Cabinets inside and out, stovetop, oven, empty fridge, sink, counters | Defrosting a packed freezer |
| Bathrooms | Tub and shower, toilet, vanity, mirrors, floors | Re-caulking, mold removal |
| Rooms and closets | Floors, baseboards, closet shelves, light switches, doors | Wall patching and painting |
| Windows | Interior glass within reach, sills, tracks, blinds wiped | Exterior glass, screen repair |
| Floors | Vacuumed and mopped throughout | Carpet shampooing, floor refinishing |
| Everything else | Light fixtures and vents wiped | Junk removal, hauling leftover furniture |
Moving in instead? Jump to move in cleaning.
Move out or move in: which do you need?
They are the same service on one page. The scope is the same; what changes is who books it and when.
| Move out clean | Move in clean | |
|---|---|---|
| Who books it | Tenants leaving, landlords between tenants, home sellers | New tenants and new owners |
| When | Once the unit is empty, before the key handover | Once the unit is empty, before the movers arrive |
| Main focus | The landlord’s checklist: cabinets, appliances, bathrooms, floors | Wiping down what the last occupant left: cabinets, drawers, appliances, closets, bathrooms |
| What to send us | Unit size, key handover date, lease cleaning checklist | Unit size, move-in date, access details |
Leaving one place and arriving at another? Tell us both addresses and dates and we quote both.
How long it takes and what it costs
Most move out cleans take 4 to 8 hours. Small apartments sit at the short end. Houses and units that have not been cleaned in a while run longer.
See what changes the price, or ask for a quote with your unit size and key date.
Who books a move out or move in clean
Tenants
A clean unit at key handover lowers the chance of cleaning deductions. Send your lease’s cleaning requirements and we work to them.
Landlords and property managers
Turnovers between tenants, quoted unit by unit. Send unit sizes and dates in one message.
Home sellers
A cleaned, empty home before final walkthrough or closing.
New tenants and owners
A clean start before you unpack. Send your move-in date and the unit size.
Move in and move out cleaning in Tampa buildings
Condos and high-rises. Many buildings require an elevator reservation, a move-out window or a concierge key release. Tell us the rules when you book so the crew is not stuck at the lobby.
Gated communities and HOAs. Give us the gate code and any rules on crew parking or working hours.
Empty units in humidity. If the air conditioning has been off for weeks, bathrooms and closets can grow surface mildew. Tell us when you book so we allow extra time.
Timing. Move outs bunch up at month-end, so book several days ahead.
How it works
- Send the details. Unit size, neighborhood, your key handover date and your lease checklist if you have one.
- Get a quote. We tell you what it is likely to cost and what could change it.
- Share access. A key, lockbox code or concierge instructions. You do not need to be there.
- We clean the empty unit from a checklist.
Before the crew arrives
- Remove belongings, furniture and trash
- Empty the fridge and freezer
- Keep water and power on
- Share the key, lockbox or concierge details
- Send your lease cleaning checklist
Move in cleaning
A move in clean prepares an empty home or apartment before you unpack: inside cabinets and drawers, appliance interiors, bathrooms, closets and floors. Book it once the unit is empty and before the movers arrive, because cleaning around boxes and furniture is slower and misses spots.
- Inside cabinets and drawers, so you can put dishes away
- Inside the oven, fridge and microwave
- Bathrooms, including the tub, shower and toilet
- Closet shelves and floors
- Baseboards, switches and door frames
- Floors vacuumed and mopped
A used home carries the last occupant’s dust and grime even when it looks tidy. A brand-new home carries drywall dust and sanding residue instead. Post construction cleaning is the right service before a builder hands over a new build.
Share your move-in date and access details when you ask for a quote, and book as soon as you know the date.
Questions people ask
What does a move-out clean cover?
Floors, baseboards, inside cabinets and drawers, appliance interiors, bathrooms, windowsills and blinds. It does not cover carpet shampooing, wall repair or junk removal unless you add them.
Will it pass my landlord’s inspection?
It follows the usual landlord checklist, so most inspections go smoothly, but we cannot speak for your landlord. Send your lease’s cleaning requirements and we match them.
How long does a move-out clean take?
Most take 4 to 8 hours of crew time. Small apartments sit at the short end, and houses or heavily soiled units run longer.
Do I need to be there?
No. We need the unit empty and a key, lockbox code or note to the property manager. For condos, tell us about elevator booking and gate rules ahead of time.
Can you clean the day before the keys are due?
Often yes with several days’ notice, but we cannot promise a slot until we see the schedule. Send your key date with your quote request.
How much does move-out cleaning cost in Tampa?
Price depends on unit size and condition. A unit that has not been cleaned in a while costs more.
Do you clean inside the oven and fridge?
Yes, both are in the standard scope. Empty the fridge and freezer before we arrive.
Do I need to tip?
Tipping is optional. For one-time jobs people commonly tip 10 to 20 percent.
What is the difference between a move in clean and a move out clean?
The scope is the same. A move out clean follows the landlord’s checklist before the key handover. A move in clean is done before you unpack, wiping down what the last occupant left.
When should I book a move in clean?
As soon as you know your move-in date, and once the unit is empty. Book it before the movers arrive so nothing is in the way.
Can I book a move out and a move in clean together?
Yes. Tell us both addresses and dates and we quote both.
Ask for your quote
Tell us what needs cleaning and when. We reply with a written quote for your address. If your ZIP code is not on our list, put it in the form and we tell you whether we can reach it.