Offering Move-In and Move-Out Cleaning Services? Key Points

Move-in and move-out cleaning businesses need clear task definitions, safe operations and accurate job estimates. Quotes should reflect property condition, access, local costs and requested work rather than relying on outdated flat rates or a price per square metre.

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Define service levels and inclusions

Specify whether the offer is a routine move-in refresh, end-of-lease clean or deeper service. List rooms, fixtures, floors, appliances, reachable windows and optional carpet or upholstery work, plus exclusions such as repairs, pest treatment and hazardous waste.

Assess property and access

Collect property type, room count, condition, vacancy, photos, parking, keys, utilities, inspection timing and remaining trades. A walkthrough may be appropriate for complex jobs. Confirm safe access and do not promise cleaning beyond the team's capability.

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Build quotes from current costs

Estimate labour, team size, travel, equipment, products, overheads and time for optional work. Prices vary by location and scope; do not rely on a generic historical rate or fixed fee without job details. Record assumptions and how additional work is approved.

Coordinate with tenants and managers

Confirm booking changes, access, client communication, damage records, cancellation and re-clean terms in writing. A cleaner can complete agreed tasks but cannot guarantee a bond result or property-manager decision. Check current local tenancy and business requirements.

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Everything about bookings, coverage and what to expect.

Pricing depends on the business model and job details; make assumptions and scope clear in the quote.

No. Cleaning and tenancy bond decisions are separate.

Property size, rooms, condition, access, tasks, timing and specialist services.