Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning in Petoskey & Northern Michigan
Move out cleaning and move in cleaning from Harbor Shores Cleaning Company is a top-to-bottom deep clean for an empty or nearly empty home, so you can hand over the keys or settle in without scrubbing first. Our trained, background-checked team has cleaned Northern Michigan homes since 2013, and every move clean starts with a free estimate.
- 2–3Person deep-clean team
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Why Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning Is Different
An empty home shows everything. Without furniture and rugs in the way, the dust along baseboards, the buildup in showers and the grime on cabinet fronts all stand out. A move clean uses our full residential deep cleaning checklist so the home is ready for its next chapter, whether you are handing it to a buyer, a landlord or yourself.
Northern Michigan water adds its own challenge: calcium and iron buildup on sinks, faucets, tubs and shower glass. Our team treats that hard water buildup as part of every deep clean.
Move Out Cleaning and Move In Cleaning Checklist
- KitchenCupboard and drawer exteriors hand washed with degreaser, countertops and backsplash cleaned, sinks and faucets scrubbed, appliance exteriors wiped and microwave cleaned inside and out.
- BathroomsShower glass, tile and tubs treated for buildup, toilets scrubbed and disinfected, vanities, mirrors, trim, vents, light fixtures, heat registers and baseboards cleaned.
- Every roomCobwebs, light fixtures, ceiling fans and vents dusted, light switch and outlet covers cleaned, windowsills and blinds cleaned, baseboards washed, floors vacuumed and mopped, walk-in closets included.
Move Out Cleaning for Sellers, Renters and Landlords
- Selling a homeA clean, empty home photographs and shows better, and leaves a good last impression on the buyer at the final walk-through.
- Ending a leaseRenters often book a move out cleaning before handing back the keys. Check your lease for what your landlord expects, and share it with us.
- Buying or moving inA move in cleaning lets you unpack into a home with clean cabinet fronts, baseboards, floors and bathrooms.
- Between tenantsLandlords and property managers book move cleans between tenants so the next lease starts with a clean home.
Add-Ons for a Move
These add-ons take extra time, so we schedule them in advance. Prices vary by home and are included in your free estimate.
- Wall washingWalls washed to remove scuffs and dust before new owners or tenants arrive.
- Interior window glass and screensFull interior window glass and screen cleaning, priced per window and per screen.
- Grout scrubbingGrout floors scrubbed with heavy-duty tools.
- Blinds hand washedBlinds hand washed, priced per blind.
How to Book a Move Cleaning
- 1. Request a free estimateTell us the home’s size, your moving date and anything extra you need, online or at (231) 242-8842.
- 2. We plan the cleanWe match the checklist, team and add-ons to the home and give you a price.
- 3. Your team arrivesA background-checked team of 2 to 3 cleans the home top to bottom, including an Anchor Team member.
Move Cleaning Across Nine Northern Michigan Towns
- Petoskey move cleaningSee our Petoskey cleaning services.
- Harbor Springs move cleaningSee our Harbor Springs cleaning services.
- Bay Harbor move cleaningSee our Bay Harbor cleaning services.
- Alanson move cleaningSee our Alanson cleaning services.
- Charlevoix move cleaningSee our Charlevoix cleaning services.
- Boyne City move cleaningSee our Boyne City cleaning services.
- Walloon Lake move cleaningSee our Walloon Lake cleaning services.
- Gaylord move cleaningSee our Gaylord cleaning services.
- Indian River move cleaningSee our Indian River cleaning services.
Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning FAQs
Do you offer move-in and move-out cleaning?
Yes. Move-in and move-out cleaning is done as our top-to-bottom residential deep cleaning, by a team of 2 to 3 that includes an Anchor Team member with specialized training. We serve Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Bay Harbor, Alanson, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Walloon Lake, Gaylord and Indian River.
What does a move-out cleaning include?
Kitchens, bathrooms, cobwebs, light fixtures, ceiling fans, vents, light switch and outlet covers, windowsills, blinds, baseboards and floors are cleaned using our deep cleaning checklist. Add-ons such as wall washing, interior window glass and grout scrubbing can be scheduled in advance.
Can you clean inside cabinets and appliances?
Tell us what you need when you request your estimate, so we can plan the time and include it in your price.
How much does move-in or move-out cleaning cost?
Every home is different, so we price each one with a free estimate based on the size of the home, its condition and any add-ons. Call (231) 242-8842 or request your estimate online.
When should I schedule a move-out clean?
Schedule it for after your belongings are out, so the team can reach baseboards, floors and corners that furniture usually covers. Book as early as you can once you know your moving date.
Can you keep cleaning after we move in?
Yes. Many homes start with a top-to-bottom clean and then move to recurring weekly or every-other-week house cleaning to keep it that way.
Moving Soon?
Tell us about the home and your moving date, and we will put together a free estimate. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.