How it works

How move in/out cleaning works

1. Get a price

Tell us about your home, get an instant quote, and secure your slot — all in under a minute.

2. Get a 5-star clean

An experienced cleaning team arrives fully equipped and follows an agency-approved checklist for the perfect clean.

3. Cleaning sorted

Move in - or out - of your spotless home.

Why choose Housekeep?

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London's best move-out cleaners

Millions of cleans have been booked through Housekeep, with an average rating of 4.9-stars

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Get a quote online

We'll provide you with a simple price based on the size of your home

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The team stays until the job's done

With move in/out cleaning there's no time limit - the cleaning team stays the work is done!

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Professional service

We're an award-winning service you can trust. All cleaners are experienced and background checked

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Get your deposit back

All cleaning teams use an agency approved checklist to ensure your deposit is returned

What you get with Housekeep

What's included in a move in/out clean?

Move in/out cleaning includes:

  • Dusting and wiping of all surfaces
  • Oven cleaning
  • Cleaning of the dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wiping inside and outside of cupboards
  • Fridge & freezer cleaning
  • Inside windows
  • Deep cleaning of kitchen and bathrooms, including descaling
  • Vacuuming of all upholstery and flooring
  • Mopping all hard flooring

Extra services

In addition to the inclusive tasks above, you can add these optional extra services to your move in/out clean.

Carpet cleaning

Carpet cleaning

Remove stains and make your carpets & rugs as good as new More info

Clean outdoor areas

Clean outdoor areas

Clear your balcony, patio or decking of dirt and debris More info

Upholstery cleaning

Upholstery cleaning

Remove dirt, dust & allergens from your furniture with upholstery cleaning. Available for your sofa, curtains, blinds and mattresses More info

Antiviral sanitisation

Antiviral sanitisation

Using disinfectant and virucidal products to kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses More info

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Frequently asked questions

Most tenancy agreements require you to organise a move-out/end of tenancy clean prior to checking out of the property.

If you do not organise a clean, and the property fails to meet the landlord’s requirements for cleanliness, you may have a fee deducted from your security deposit to cover the cost of cleaning.

Move in/out cleaning is more thorough than a standard home clean, and takes longer to complete. It’s designed to thoroughly clean a property before new tenants move in.

Cleaning of kitchen appliances and white goods is included as standard in a move in/out clean. All cupboards will be cleaned - inside and out - as well as inside windows.

All tasks included in a standard home clean - including mopping, vacuuming and surface cleaning - are also completed during a move in/out clean.

Our move in/move out cleaning service is the most thorough clean you can book. It's designed for homes that are completely empty, so the cleaning team can clean even more hard-to-reach areas - including the inside of cupboards & appliances.

Deep cleaning is more thorough than regular cleaning, but is designed for homes that are still being lived in.

Ideally the property should be fully cleared. The only items that should be left in the property are those staying in the property after you move out. If you require the inside of cupboards to be cleaned, these will need to be emptied in advance of the clean.

We take a card payment when you book. We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express payment cards. 
 

Cleaners can collect keys from a key safe, a neighbour or your estate agent (within a ten minute walk of the property). Just let us know where the keys will be in the ‘Any other details?’ section of the booking form.
 

It usually takes your cleaning team 3-5 hours to complete a move-in/move-out clean.

The cleaning team will bring everything they need for your move in/move out clean, including all products and a vacuum cleaner.
 

About move in/out cleaning

It used to be tricky to find a professional move in/move out cleaning service. But we’ve made the whole process seamless – from click, to clean to cashless payment.

Just tell us about the job, and we’ll show you an instant price for your move in/move out clean. If you’d like to book, choose a date and time that works for you and pay to secure your slot.

Our move in/move out cleaning service is perfect when you’re moving house. All professional move in/move out cleaners use an agency approved checklist to ensure that new home feeling.

Move in/move out cleaning includes all standard cleaning tasks – like dusting, vacuuming and mopping –  as well cleaning appliances, inside windows and inside cupboards. You can customise your move in/move out clean with extra tasks, including inside fridge/freezer cleaning, carpet steam cleaning, upholstery & sofa steam cleaning, and cleaning external areas (balconies, terraces, patios).

Move in/move out cleans are normally completed by a team of two professional cleaners. They’ll bring all of the products and equipment for the perfect clean. All you need to do is make sure that the property is packed up and emptied before they arrive.

Housekeep is the UK’s best cleaning service, with a 4.9* average rating. We’ve completed over 1.5 million cleans – including thousands of professional move in/move out cleans.

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Join our happy customers in Chelmsford

4.8/5

Based on 747 customer reviews

5 stars
664
4 stars
37
3 stars
23
2 stars
7
1 star
16
Friendly and contentious cleaners who were on time and communicated well. I was moving into a flat but the cleaning done by the landlord was poor so the Housekeep team came in and made it feel like new. I have very high expectations and they more than met them. Particularly impressive give I only booked them the day before. The flat went from feeling like a slightly grimy downgrade to my fresh, sparkling new home. Thank you!
2 days ago
Laura Stuart
Plumstead (SE18)
Arrived on time, clearly explained the work they were going to do. Efficient and effective, and friendly.
3 days ago
Marion
Lindfield (RH16)
She was very nice and the house was spotless, I was very happy, would definitely use her again.
4 days ago
G
Markhouse (E17)
If I could give six stars, I would! The guys did an excellent job, they were a pleasure to have around and I only wish I did deep clean more often.
5 days ago
Rachel
Wandsworth (SW18)
The end of tenancy clean was absolutely amazing, everything was left completely spotless, even the oven which hadn't ever looked clean before!
1 week ago
A
Clapham (SW9)
Our cleaner arrived on time, was well equipped, polite, worked methodically and did a very thorough job around the flat. After a very stressful house move they really took some weight off out shoulders, leaving everything beautiful and ready for the next tenant.
2 weeks ago
Eleni
Woodford (E18)
Petronela's team of three people came on time and were friendly, efficient and did an excellent cleaning job! I booked an end of tenancy clean - it was like new!
2 weeks ago
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Honor Oak (SE23)
We are extremely impressed with our end-of-tenancy clean. The cleaner, Juan, went far above and beyond. I don't think the flat has ever been this clean. Will be using this service again. Thank you!
2 weeks ago
Elizabeth
Wanstead (E11)
Mario & Lucia were very nice, responsive and professional. The house was left sparkling clean and I thank them for their time and help.
2 weeks ago
M
West Norwood (SE27)

Areas we cover in Chelmsford

  • Boreham (CM3)
  • Broomfield (CM1)
  • Chelmer Village (CM2)
  • Galleywood (CM2)
  • Great Baddow (CM2)
  • Moulsham (CM2)
  • South Woodham Ferrers (CM3)
  • Springfield (CM1, CM2)
  • Writtle (CM1)

About the Housekeepers

Chelmsford’s best cleaners

Proven and reliable

Every cleaner has at least 6 months’ professional cleaning experience.

Vetted & background-checked

We complete background checks, including right to work and criminal record checks.

5* ratings

We collect reviews and feedback from every clean to make sure cleaners are 5* quality.

Tech-enabled

We support Housekeepers 7 days a week and help them travel between jobs faster.

Joyce - home cleaner in Harefield, Letchmore Heath, Maple Cross, Napsbury, Shenley, West Hyde, West Watford

Joyce

Areas covered

Harefield Letchmore Heath Maple Cross Napsbury Shenley West Hyde West Watford

“Joyce delivered outstanding service, effectively removing stubborn stains and limescale from my kitchen and bathroom fixtures. I'd definitely use this company again. 😊.”

Helen, St Albans (AL1) - Today

Festus - home cleaner in Bishopsgate, Brick Lane, Globe Town, Mile End, Portsoken, Shadwell, Whitechapel

Festus

Areas covered

Bishopsgate Brick Lane Globe Town Mile End Portsoken Shadwell Whitechapel

“Festus was excellent with the job. Everything was done well without any intervention. Really appreciate the help. Fetus took his time and care of ensuring everything is done properly. Thank you so much..”

Alisha, Stepney (E1W) - Today

Stephen - home cleaner in Ham, Isleworth, Kew Gardens, Osterley, Richmond, Richmond Hill, Twickenham

Stephen

Areas covered

Ham Isleworth Kew Gardens Osterley Richmond Richmond Hill Twickenham

“Stephen comes to ours every 2 weeks. He does a great job and is really friendly. He is also flexible and was able to come a different day this week for us. Thank you!.”

K, Osterley (TW7) - Today

Vilma - home cleaner in Bromley, Bromley, Bromley, Bromley Common, Eden Park, Keston, Sundridge

Vilma

Areas covered

Bromley Bromley Bromley Bromley Common Eden Park Keston Sundridge

“I have given Vilma a tip. Can I please have Vilma back to clean for me on a regular basis. I then don't have to explain every time what needs to be done when the cleaner comes. Thanks for your cooperation..”

M, Bickley (BR1) - Today

Agnes - home cleaner in Camden Town, Euston, Lisson Grove, Marylebone, Primrose Hill, Primrose Hill, St John's Wood

Agnes

Areas covered

Camden Town Euston Lisson Grove Marylebone Primrose Hill Primrose Hill St John's Wood

“Agnes did a wonderful and incredibly thorough job cleaning and was great about asking me my preferences for how to do the cleaning. She is lovely, highly recommend!.”

Sylvia, Chalk Farm (NW3) - Today

Housekeep cleans up in Chelmsford

Stats about Chelmsford

24.0% Have pets

18.0% Flats or apartments

82.0% Houses

75,000 Households

181,500 Residents

84.0% Own car

28.0% Single

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