Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning in Surrey & Metro Vancouver
Detailed transition cleaning for houses, condos, apartments, rental properties and appropriate commercial spaces. Review the complete checklist, compare Deep Cleaning with Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning, see the cities we serve, check your live price and book online.
What Is Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning?
Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning is a detailed one-time property-reset service for customers leaving a property, moving into a new one, preparing a rental between occupants, getting ready for possession or preparing a vacant business space for handover. Residential customers can choose Cleaner Only or Cleaner With Supplies in the live booking form.
For tenants
End-of-tenancy cleaning before returning keys or attending a landlord/property-manager inspection.
For landlords & managers
Rental turnover cleaning between occupants, before showings or before the next tenant receives possession.
For buyers & sellers
Detailed cleaning before moving in, after moving out or before a possession/handover date.
Important inclusions
- Kitchen counters, sink, faucet and backsplash
- Cabinet interiors and exteriors
- Empty drawer interiors and exteriors
- Refrigerator interior and exterior
- Oven interior and exterior
- Microwave and accessible appliance surfaces
- Bathrooms, showers, tubs, toilets and mirrors
- Baseboards, doors, frames, handles and switches
- Reachable interior window glass, sills and tracks
- Closets, shelves and accessible empty storage
- Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping
- Patio / balcony details where safely accessible
Current Residential Booking Options
Cleaner Only
- Customer provides cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Studio minimum starts from $215.05 before GST.
- Expected cleaning time is shown in the booking flow.
Cleaner With Supplies
- Cleaner arrives with the cleaning supplies included in the selected service.
- Price changes according to bedrooms, kitchens, washrooms and other selections.
- Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning is One-Time only.
Ready to check your price?
For residential cleaning, select Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning, choose Cleaner Only or Cleaner With Supplies, review your live price, and continue through date, time and booking. Commercial customers can use the commercial pricing page.
Complete Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning Checklist
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Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning vs Deep Cleaning
Both are detailed services, but Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning is specifically designed for property transitions and vacant-space access.
| Question | Deep Cleaning | Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning |
|---|---|---|
| Best time to book | Occupied property that needs a detailed reset | Before moving in or after moving out |
| Vacant property preferred? | No | Yes, for the best access and results |
| Empty cabinets, drawers & closets | Cabinet/appliance interiors are optional and must be selected when booking | Core transition-cleaning focus when empty and safely accessible |
| Appliance interiors | Optional add-on for Deep Cleaning | Included in the Move-In / Move-Out transition-cleaning scope; refrigerator should be emptied and oven safely accessible |
| Main goal | Detailed one-time reset of an occupied or accessible property | Prepare the property for handover or the next occupant |
How to Prepare & What to Know About Your Deposit
A vacant or mostly vacant property gives the cleaning team the best access to interiors, corners, closets, appliances and storage areas.
Remove belongings
Clear personal items, unwanted belongings and garbage from areas that need cleaning.
Empty storage & appliances
Empty cabinets, drawers, closets, refrigerator and other storage areas so interiors can be cleaned thoroughly.
Arrange access
Provide keys or codes and reserve condo elevators, loading areas or parking when required.
Share inspection priorities
Tell us about landlord, property-manager or possession-day instructions before the cleaning.
Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning Service Areas
Uncle Cleaner provides Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning across Surrey and Metro Vancouver for houses, condos, apartments, rental turnovers and appropriate commercial spaces.
Cities we serve
Surrey, South Surrey, Langley, Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and New Westminster. We also serve surrounding Metro Vancouver communities where scheduling and service availability allow.
Customers searching for move-out cleaning in Surrey, move-in cleaning in Langley, end-of-tenancy cleaning in Delta, condo move-out cleaning in Vancouver, or detailed turnover cleaning elsewhere in Metro Vancouver can use the live residential or commercial price pages to check pricing and request a booking.
Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning FAQs
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What is included in Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning?
Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning includes detailed cleaning of vacant bedrooms, living areas, hallways, closets, floors, washrooms, kitchens, appliance interiors and exteriors, cabinets, drawers, shelves, baseboards, doors, switches, window sills and tracks, blinds and reachable interior glass. Use the Detailed Checklist tab to see service-specific items.
Is Move-Out Cleaning the same as Deep Cleaning?
No. Deep Cleaning is a detailed one-time reset that can be performed in an occupied property, with cabinet and appliance interiors available as an optional selection. Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning is a one-time service designed for property transitions and gives extra attention to vacant areas, empty storage, appliance interiors and handover surfaces that become accessible after belongings are removed.
Do you clean inside the oven and refrigerator?
Yes. Oven and refrigerator interiors and exteriors are included in the detailed Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning checklist. Please empty the refrigerator and make appliances safely accessible before service.
Do you clean inside cabinets, drawers and closets?
Yes. Empty accessible cabinets, drawers, shelves and closets are cleaned inside and outside. Please empty them before the appointment so the team has full access.
Can Move-Out Cleaning help with my security or damage deposit?
Move-Out Cleaning is designed to help leave the property clean and ready for landlord or property-manager inspection. It can support your best chance of receiving your security or damage deposit back, but the final decision belongs to the landlord or property manager and cannot be guaranteed.
Should the property be empty before cleaning?
A vacant or mostly vacant property provides the best access. Remove personal belongings and empty cabinets, drawers, closets, the refrigerator and storage areas before the appointment whenever possible.
Do you provide Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning across Metro Vancouver?
Yes. Uncle Cleaner serves Surrey, South Surrey, Langley, Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and New Westminster, along with surrounding Metro Vancouver communities.
Can landlords and property managers book this service?
Yes. Tenants, homeowners, landlords, property managers and other authorized customers can book Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning for houses, condos, apartments and appropriate commercial spaces.
What is the current minimum residential Move-In / Move-Out price?
The highlighted minimum is $215.05 before GST for a Cleaner Only Studio configuration. The customer provides cleaning supplies and equipment. Final pricing depends on the property and booking selections.
Can I check the price and book online?
Yes. For residential properties, use the Residential Cleaning Price page, select Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning, choose Cleaner Only or Cleaner With Supplies, enter the property details and see the live price before continuing to date, time and booking. Commercial properties use the Commercial Cleaning Pricing page.
What is not part of standard Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning?
Hazardous materials, biohazards, sharps, pest waste, specialist mould remediation, regulated decontamination, exterior high-rise windows, heavy junk or debris removal, and repair or restoration work require specialized services. Permanent stains, rust, etching, mould damage, worn grout and material deterioration cannot be guaranteed to be restored through cleaning.