Move-Out Cleaning Guide

Maymont's move-out cleaning checklist covers the major areas of the home, including kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms, home systems like HVAC, and outdoor spaces such as the yard, garage, and patio.

Following the checklist is one of the best ways to prepare your home for move-out and support the best possible security deposit refund. View or print the full checklist on this page to use as move-out day approaches.

No. Professional cleaning is not required, but the home should be cleaned to the standards outlined in the move-out cleaning checklist, whether you choose to complete the cleaning yourself or hire a cleaning service.

If you choose to hire a cleaner, it may help to share this checklist so all tasks are covered.

Yes, replacing HVAC air filters with new filters before move-out is part of the cleaning checklist and helps prepare the home for final inspection. Be sure to use the correct filter size for your system.

Small nail holes from normal picture hanging are often considered normal wear, but larger holes or wall damage should be patched. If touch-up paint is needed, use caution, as mismatched paint can sometimes be more noticeable.

If you are unsure, ask during your pre-move-out inspection.

No. All personal belongings, trash, and unwanted items should be removed from the home, garage, and yard before move-out.

Items left behind may result in removal costs that could affect your security deposit refund, so it is best to make disposal arrangements ahead of time.