Move-In Cleaning Services in Portland, OR
Your new home should feel new. Before you unpack a single box, let us make sure every surface is clean, sanitized, and ready for you. Because you shouldn't have to clean up someone else's mess to start your fresh start.
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Why Clean Before You Move In?
Moving is the perfect—and maybe only—time to get your new home truly clean. Once your furniture, boxes, and belongings are in place, you'll never see those baseboards again. The floor under where your couch will sit? Covered indefinitely.
Right now, while the apartment or house is empty, is your one chance to clean every surface before it gets occupied. The floors can be mopped without navigating furniture. The closets can be wiped without removing clothes. The kitchen can be deep cleaned without working around your dishes.
And let's be honest—no matter what the previous tenant or owner claims, there's always something left behind. Dust in the vents. Hair in the bathroom drains. Grease on the range hood. A professional move-in clean eliminates all of that, so you unpack into a space that's actually clean.
What's Included in Our Move-In Cleaning
Our move-in cleaning is a comprehensive deep clean designed for empty homes. With no furniture to work around, we can reach everything—and we do.
Kitchen
- All countertops cleaned and sanitized
- Inside all cabinets and drawers wiped out
- Inside refrigerator cleaned (shelves, drawers, walls)
- Inside oven and microwave cleaned
- Inside dishwasher cleaned
- Stovetop and range hood degreased
- Sink and faucet scrubbed
- Backsplash cleaned
- Floor thoroughly mopped
- Light fixtures and switches cleaned
Bathroom(s)
- All toilets deep cleaned and sanitized
- Showers and tubs scrubbed thoroughly
- Grout cleaned
- Inside vanity cabinets wiped
- Sinks and faucets cleaned
- Mirrors polished
- Medicine cabinets wiped inside
- Exhaust fans cleaned
- Floors mopped
- All fixtures polished
Bedrooms & Living Areas
- All floors vacuumed and mopped
- Inside all closets cleaned (shelves, rods, floors)
- Ceiling fans cleaned
- All windowsills and tracks cleaned
- Blinds dusted or wiped
- Light fixtures cleaned
- Light switches and outlets wiped
- Baseboards hand-wiped throughout
- Door frames and doors wiped
Throughout
- All air vents and returns cleaned
- Interior windows cleaned
- All baseboards wiped
- Cobwebs removed everywhere
- Any visible leftover items or debris flagged/removed
When to Book Move-In Cleaning
1After Lease Starts, Before Movers Arrive
The ideal timing. You get the keys to your new apartment or house, we come in and clean, and your moving day starts with a fresh home. Schedule us for the day after you get keys.
2During Lease Overlap
If you have access to your new place before your official move-in date, book us for that window. Your first night will be in a truly clean space.
3Between Tenants
Taking over a lease or moving into a place that was just vacated? Don't trust the outgoing tenant's cleaning. Let us make it actually clean.
4New Construction
Developers clean for appearance, not livability. New construction leaves behind dust in the vents, paint overspray, construction debris. Our post-construction cleaning handles all of that.
5Same-Week or Last Minute
Moving timelines shift—we get it. We often have same-week availability. Give us a call and we'll do our best to fit you in.
Keep Your New Home Fresh with Recurring Service
After your move-in clean, maintain that fresh feeling on your schedule
Weekly
Best for busy homes and families with kids or pets
15% OFFBi-Weekly
Perfect balance of clean and value for most homes
10% OFFMonthly
Great for light maintenance and smaller spaces
Quarterly
A deep refresh every 3 months. Perfect for seasonal maintenance.
You're starting fresh in your new Portland home — why not keep it that way? After your move-in clean, set up recurring service to maintain that spotless feeling. You'll be busy unpacking, settling in, and exploring your new neighborhood. Let us handle the cleaning so you can focus on making your new house feel like home. Pick the frequency that fits your lifestyle, and we'll take care of the rest.
Move-In Cleaning Prices in Portland
Move-in cleaning is priced as a deep clean since we're working through an entire empty home. The good news: empty spaces are easier to clean thoroughly, so costs are comparable to a deep clean of an occupied space.
| Home Size | Bedrooms/Baths | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | 0 BR / 1 BA | $150 – $200 |
| 1 BR Apartment | 1 BR / 1 BA | $200 – $275 |
| 2 BR Apartment | 2 BR / 1 BA | $250 – $350 |
| 3+ BR Apartment/House | 3+ BR / 2+ BA | $350 – $450+ |
New construction cleaning may cost more due to additional detail work. Final pricing depends on home size and condition.
Why Portland Movers Choose Best Portland House Cleaners
We Work With Your Timeline
Moving schedules are unpredictable. We're flexible with booking and can often accommodate last-minute changes if your lease start shifts.
Empty Space Expertise
We know how to maximize an empty home—reaching every corner, cleaning inside every cabinet, and leaving nothing for you to clean later.
One Less Thing to Worry About
Moving is stressful. Cross cleaning off your list completely and focus on unpacking into a home that's already spotless.
We Know Portland Properties
From downtown apartments to suburban homes, we've cleaned properties throughout Portland and understand the unique needs of local rentals and homes.
Move-In Cleaning Throughout Portland
Locations
We proudly serve apartments and homes across Portland and the surrounding metro.
What Our Move-In Cleaning Customers Say
“Previous tenants left the apartment disgusting. Best Portland House Cleaners made it look brand new. Move-in day was stress-free thanks to them.”
Ashley K.
Pearl District
“Got my full security deposit back after their move-out clean. My property manager said it was the cleanest unit she'd ever seen.”
Brian T.
Hillsboro
“Tight timeline between closing and moving in. They worked around my schedule and had the house sparkling before the moving truck arrived.”
Nicole R.
Beaverton
“Sold my house and needed it perfect for the buyers. They exceeded expectations. Even got a thank you note from the new owners.”
Tyler J.
Lake Oswego
“Previous tenants left the apartment disgusting. Best Portland House Cleaners made it look brand new. Move-in day was stress-free thanks to them.”
Ashley K.
Pearl District
“Got my full security deposit back after their move-out clean. My property manager said it was the cleanest unit she'd ever seen.”
Brian T.
Hillsboro
“Tight timeline between closing and moving in. They worked around my schedule and had the house sparkling before the moving truck arrived.”
Nicole R.
Beaverton
“Sold my house and needed it perfect for the buyers. They exceeded expectations. Even got a thank you note from the new owners.”
Tyler J.
Lake Oswego
Move-In Cleaning FAQs
As soon as you know your move-in date, reach out. We often have same-week availability, but end of month (when most Portland leases turn over) books quickly. A week's notice is ideal.
We can work around some items, but the cleaner the space, the more thorough we can be. If the previous tenant left furniture or boxes, let us know—we can still help.
Some move-in situations are worse than others. If the previous tenant left significant mess, we may need to adjust scope and price. Send us photos if you're concerned.
However works best—meet us there, leave keys with a neighbor, provide a lockbox code, or coordinate with your property manager.
Absolutely. Property managers and landlords in Portland trust us for tenant turnover cleaning. Contact us about recurring partnership rates.
Yes. New builds have unique needs—construction dust, debris, adhesive residue. We're experienced with new construction and know what to look for.
If you're not happy with your cleaning, please let us know within 24 hours of your clean! We will come out and re-clean (within a 7-day window) at no additional charge to you. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority.
Life happens and that's okay! In the event that something comes up, we just ask that you respond to our reminders and let us know at least 48 hours in advance. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will be charged 25% of the total booking price. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance will be charged 50% of the total booking price. Cancellations made same day will be charged 100% of the total booking price. To avoid cancellation fees, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment. Thank you!
Start Your New Home the Right Way
You're starting a new chapter—don't let someone else's mess be part of the story. Book a move-in clean and walk into a home that's truly fresh, truly clean, and truly yours.