Move-In Cleaning Melbourne
Move-In Cleaning Services in Melbourne
Start fresh in your new home. We clean the property before your belongings arrive, so you unpack into clean rooms instead of cleaning around boxes and furniture.
Empty homeClean spaceReady to move in
Before you unpack
Start with a clean slate
A cleaner home before you unpack.
Moving day is hectic. Once furniture and boxes are in, cleaning gets harder and usually gets put off. Cleaning first makes the most of an empty property.
Floors are fully exposed
With no furniture in the way, floors can be vacuumed and mopped edge to edge.
Surfaces come first
Benchtops, shelves and ledges can be cleaned before anything is placed on them.
Kitchens and bathrooms get prepared
The rooms you'll use on day one are ready before the kettle and toiletries go in.
Dust and marks are dealt with
Visible dust and marks can be addressed before they end up on your belongings.
You settle in faster
Unpacking into a clean space makes the property feel like home sooner.
This is a thorough clean of the property. It isn't a sanitisation or sterilisation service.
What We Clean Before You Move In
Room by room, before a single box is opened. The exact scope is agreed with you.
Room 01
Kitchen
- Benchtops
- Sink
- Splashback
- Cooktop
- Accessible appliance exteriors
- Cabinets and surfaces where included
- Floors
Ready before the first plates and groceries go in.
Room 02
Bathrooms
- Toilet
- Shower
- Bath
- Vanity
- Mirrors
- Fixtures
- Floors
Cleaned before your own towels and toiletries arrive.
Room 03
Bedrooms
- Accessible surfaces
- Built-in areas where included
- Floors
- Dust removal
- Visible marks
Built-in wardrobes are easiest to clean while they're still empty.
Room 04
Living Areas
- Accessible surfaces
- Floors
- Dust removal
- General presentation
Clear floors before the sofa, rugs and boxes take up the space.
Room 05
Entry & Common Areas
- Entry surfaces
- Floors
- Accessible high-touch areas
- Visible dust and marks
The first space you'll walk through on moving day.
Before the boxes arrive
The best time to clean? Before everything moves in.
Once the removalists have been, every surface has something on it. A clean before moving day means nothing is in the way.
- Floors are accessible
- Kitchen surfaces are accessible
- Bathrooms are easier to reach
- Built-in areas can be cleaned before they're filled
- Dust and visible marks can be addressed
- You can unpack into a cleaner environment
Move-In Cleaning vs Regular Cleaning
- Purpose
- Regular: Maintaining a home that's already lived in
- Move-in: Preparing a property before the new occupant settles in
- Timing
- Regular: Ongoing, on a regular schedule
- Move-in: Once, before or around moving day
- The space
- Regular: Furnished, with belongings in place
- Move-in: Usually empty or partly empty
- Focus
- Regular: Keeping things tidy week to week
- Move-in: Giving you a clean starting point
Move-in cleaning isn't automatically “more” than a regular clean. It's timed and focused differently. Once you've settled in, regular house cleaning keeps things that way. Leaving a rental instead? End of lease cleaning prepares a property for handover and inspection.
Who Is Move-In Cleaning For?
New homeowners. Preparing a recently purchased property before moving in.
Renters. Wanting the property cleaned before unpacking.
Families moving house. Preparing the new place before furniture and boxes arrive.
Property owners. Preparing a property for a new occupant.
People relocating. Wanting the new space ready before settling in.
For every kind of property
Houses Apartments Units Townhouses Rental properties Recently renovated homes
Houses, apartments and units all differ, so every clean is planned around the layout, size and condition of your new place. Recently renovated or newly prepared properties can be cleaned where appropriate. Heavy builders' cleaning may need separate arrangements.
Your Move-In Day Prep
There's no heavy lifting on your side. A few practical details simply help the clean go smoothly.
Before we arrive
- 1.
Remove personal belongings if possible. An empty property is easiest to clean, but a partly moved-in home is fine too.
- 2.
Make sure the property is accessible. Power and water connected, and nothing blocking the areas to be cleaned.
- 3.
Share access instructions. Keys, lockbox codes, building access or agent pick-up details.
- 4.
Point out your priority areas. Tell us which rooms matter most before you move in.
- 5.
Mention special requirements. Delicate surfaces, new finishes or anything that needs extra care.
Choose What Matters Most
Every new property is different. Some need the kitchen sorted before anything else, others need the whole place reset. Tell us the property's condition and your priorities when you request a quote.
Kitchen Priority
Focus the time on benchtops, splashback, cooktop and cabinets so you can start cooking straight away.
Bathroom Priority
Put the emphasis on showers, baths, vanities, toilets and fixtures.
Floors & Surfaces
Concentrate on floors, skirting, ledges and accessible surfaces across the property.
Whole Property
A full move-in clean across every room before you unpack.
How Much Does Move-In Cleaning Cost?
We don't use fixed prices, because every property is different. Your quote is measured against these factors:
- 01Property size
- 02Bedrooms
- 03Bathrooms
- 04Property condition
- 05Cleaning required
- 06Accessibility
- 07Requested scope
A Simple Booking Flow
- 01
Tell Us About Your New Property
- 02
Discuss Your Cleaning Requirements
- 03
Confirm the Service
- 04
Get the Property Ready Before You Unpack
Pre-Move Cleaning Across Melbourne
Wherever you're moving to in Melbourne, we can help you start fresh. Our service area covers apartments and homes in the Melbourne CBD, Richmond and South Yarra, the northern suburbs around Brunswick and Preston, and the west from Footscray out to Werribee and Point Cook. Heading east? We also clean properties in areas such as Doncaster and Glen Waverley. Include the suburb and your moving date when you request a quote, and we'll confirm availability before you get the keys.
Related Services
- Regular house cleaning once you've settled in
- End of lease cleaning for the place you're leaving
- A detailed deep clean for built-up grime
- Airbnb and short-stay cleaning between guests
- Office cleaning around your working day
- Commercial cleaning for shops and workplaces
FAQs
Move-In Cleaning FAQs
Common questions about cleaning a property before you move in.
What is move-in cleaning?
Move-in cleaning is a clean of your new home or property before you unpack. It's done while the property is empty or nearly empty, so you start with a clean space rather than cleaning around furniture and boxes.
What does move-in cleaning include?
It typically covers the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas and entry, including benchtops, sinks, splashbacks, cooktops, accessible appliance exteriors, toilets, showers, vanities, mirrors, fixtures, accessible surfaces and floors. Built-in areas and cabinets can be included when agreed.
Is move-in cleaning suitable for rental properties?
Yes. Renters can book a move-in clean before unpacking, and owners can use it to prepare a property for a new occupant. It's separate from end of lease cleaning, which prepares a property for handover and inspection.
Should I book cleaning before my furniture arrives?
If you can, yes. Empty rooms make floors, built-in areas and surfaces easier to reach. If your furniture is arriving on the same day, we can discuss timing and focus on the areas that matter most.
Can you clean an empty house before I move in?
Yes. An empty house, apartment or unit is the ideal time for a move-in clean. You don't need to be there, as long as we have access to the property.
How much does move-in cleaning cost in Melbourne?
It depends on the property size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, condition, the amount of cleaning required, accessibility and the scope you request. Send us your details for a free quote.
Can I request specific areas to be prioritised?
Yes. You might want the kitchen and bathrooms done first, or focus on floors and surfaces. Tell us your priorities when you request a quote.
How do I request a move-in cleaning quote?
Email or call us with the property type, suburb, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, whether it's empty, and your preferred date before moving in. We'll come back with a clear quote.
Ready to move in
Make Your New Place Feel Fresh From Day One
Tell us about the property you're moving into and when you get the keys. We'll come back with a clear quote for a move-in clean before you unpack.
Ready to move in