Your PCS move-out cleaning checklist
A room-by-room list of what most housing offices and landlords check at final walkthrough — save it, print it, or just work through it here.
Every housing office and landlord checklist looks a little different, so treat this as a strong starting point, not a substitute for your specific move-out paperwork. If you'd rather hand this whole list off to someone else during an already packed week, that's exactly what our PCS cleaning service is built for.
Kitchen
- Inside and outside of the oven and stovetop
- Inside the refrigerator and freezer (empty and unplugged if vacant)
- Inside microwave, all cabinets, and drawers
- Countertops, backsplash, and sink
Bathrooms
- Tub, shower, and grout scrubbed
- Toilet, including base and behind
- Mirrors, vanity, and cabinets inside and out
Every room
- Baseboards and door frames wiped down
- Closets emptied and wiped, including shelving
- Window sills and tracks
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans dusted
- Floors vacuumed and mopped throughout
- Vents and air returns wiped free of dust
Garage and outdoor (if applicable)
- Garage swept clear of debris
- Patio or porch cleared and swept
Timing tip: peak PCS season runs mid-May through August, and cleaning appointments fill up fast in that window. If your report date or lease end is set, it's worth booking your move-out clean as early as you can.
Want to skip the list entirely? We'll handle all of it, scheduled around your actual move-out date.
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