Move-in cleaning: 6 tips to make your new home spotless

Moving to a new house should be exciting, but it can also be stressful. One crucial aspect of moving is ensuring that your new home is thoroughly cleaned before you settle in. This article contains 6 tips to give you a smooth move-in clean and help you have a spotless new home. 

1- Gather the necessary supplies

Make sure you have all the cleaning supplies that you’ll need, such as a broom, mop, vacuum cleaner, cleaning solutions, and microfiber cloths, prior to moving into your new home. This will save you time and ensure that you're well-prepared to clean your new home.

2 - Check the house thoroughly

Before you start cleaning, inspect the house to see if there are any damages, repairs or pest control issues that need to be addressed. This way, you can tackle any issues before you start cleaning.

3 - Plan the cleaning session

Whilst the previous owners or tenants should leave the property in good condition, it’s impossible to know for sure until you move in. Plan to need to clean the entire house when you move in. Consider the entire house, not just individual rooms, and estimate how much time you'll need to clean each room and in what order. Start with the bedrooms and kitchen since you'll need to use them quickly once you move in. 

4 - Focus on high-traffic areas

Certain areas of the house such as the bathroom, kitchen, and living room may require more attention. Focus on these high-traffic areas first to ensure that they are thoroughly cleaned before moving on to the rest of the house.

5 - Clean efficiently

Start cleaning from the top and work your way down to avoid dirt falling from above and ruining your work. Start in one corner and work your way around the room to ensure you don't miss anything. Always finish cleaning one room before moving on to the next. Once you're done with the cleaning, unpack your boxes and arrange the room as soon as possible.

6 - Pay attention to detail

Cleaning your new home thoroughly will help you start living in it the right way. Pay attention to the small details, such as cleaning the door knobs, light fixtures, window handles, switches, and taps. These areas can get very dirty and are often overlooked during cleaning. Ensure that the empty space is properly cleaned before you unpack, as moving furniture around and cleaning hard-to-reach spots can be challenging once everything is arranged.

By following these tips, you can make sure the move-in cleaning process goes smoothly and that your new home is thoroughly cleaned before you settle in.