Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning Twin Cities
Patriot Building Solutions delivers thorough move-in and move-out cleaning for apartments, homes, and commercial spaces. Get your deposit back or welcome new tenants to a spotless space. Twin Cities metro.
Professional Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning in the Twin Cities
Moving is one of life’s most stressful events, and the last thing anyone wants to deal with is scrubbing floors, cleaning ovens, and sanitizing bathrooms on top of packing and coordinating logistics. Patriot Building Solutions takes the cleaning burden off your plate with comprehensive move-in and move-out cleaning services across the Twin Cities metro. Whether you are a tenant looking to secure your full security deposit, a homeowner preparing for new buyers, or a property manager turning units between tenants, our team delivers the thorough, top-to-bottom clean that meets even the strictest inspection standards.
Our move-out cleaning service covers every surface in the property: inside cabinets and drawers, behind and under appliances, inside ovens and refrigerators, window sills and tracks, baseboards, light fixtures, ceiling fans, door frames, switch plates, and every floor surface. We clean bathrooms to a sanitized standard including tile grout, shower doors, toilet interiors, and vanity surfaces. For properties with carpet, we offer add-on deep cleaning and professional carpet extraction to remove stains and refresh fibers before inspection.
Our move-in cleaning service ensures the new occupant walks into a truly clean space. We go beyond surface cleaning to address the areas previous cleaners may have missed: inside HVAC vents, behind toilet tanks, under sinks, and along closet shelves. We sanitize all surfaces that the new resident will touch, ensuring a fresh, healthy start. Property managers across Inver Grove Heights, Saint Paul, Minneapolis, Eagan, and surrounding communities trust us for consistent, reliable turnover cleaning that keeps tenants happy and vacancy times short. Call (651) 412-3830 to schedule.
Our Move Cleaning Checklist
Kitchen
Inside and outside all cabinets and drawers. Clean oven, stovetop, hood, and microwave interior. Refrigerator and freezer interior. Countertops, backsplash, sink, and faucet. Floor scrubbed and mopped. Light fixtures and switch plates wiped.
Bathrooms
Scrub and sanitize toilet, shower, bathtub, and sink. Clean mirrors, medicine cabinets, and vanity. Grout cleaning on tile surfaces. Wipe light fixtures, exhaust fan, towel bars, and toilet paper holder. Floor scrubbed and mopped.
Bedrooms & Living Areas
Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and window blinds. Clean window sills and tracks. Wipe baseboards, door frames, and switch plates. Vacuum or mop all floors. Clean inside closets including shelves and rods.
Laundry & Utility
Clean washer and dryer surfaces. Wipe utility sink and counters. Clean behind and under machines where accessible. Sweep and mop floors. Clean lint trap area and vent if accessible.
Entryways & Hallways
Clean front and back door surfaces, frames, and hardware. Wipe coat closet shelves and rods. Clean light fixtures and switch plates. Vacuum or mop floors. Clean garage entry door if applicable.
Add-On Services
Professional carpet cleaning, window washing (interior and exterior), garage sweep and cleaning, post-renovation cleanup, and wall washing for scuff and mark removal. Customizable to your needs.
Move Cleaning for Everyone
Tenants: Protect your security deposit with professional move-out cleaning that meets your landlord’s inspection standards. We know what property managers look for and clean accordingly. Many of our tenant clients receive their full deposit back after our cleaning. We can work around your moving schedule and complete cleaning as soon as your belongings are out.
Property Managers: Minimize vacancy time with fast, thorough turnover cleaning. We handle single units, multi-unit turnovers, and full building turnovers with equal efficiency. Our team can be on-site within 24-48 hours of tenant move-out, and most units are inspection-ready within the same day. Volume pricing available for ongoing turnover accounts.
Homeowners: Selling your home? Move-out cleaning ensures the property shows at its best for buyers and inspectors. Moving into a new home? Our move-in service sanitizes every surface before you unpack. We also work with real estate agents who need properties cleaned quickly for showings and closings across the Twin Cities metro.
Commercial Tenants: Office suites, retail spaces, and commercial properties also need professional cleaning during tenant transitions. We handle everything from small office suites to large commercial spaces, ensuring the next occupant inherits a clean, professional environment. Contact us to discuss your commercial turnover needs.
Move Cleaning FAQs
How far in advance should I book move-out cleaning?
We recommend booking at least one week in advance, especially during peak moving season (May through September in the Twin Cities). However, we understand that moves do not always go as planned, and we do our best to accommodate last-minute requests. For property managers with regular turnover needs, we offer priority scheduling that guarantees availability within 24-48 hours of notification.
Will move-out cleaning guarantee I get my deposit back?
While we cannot guarantee your landlord’s decision, our move-out cleaning is designed to meet or exceed standard rental inspection requirements. We follow a comprehensive checklist that covers every area property managers typically inspect. The vast majority of our tenant clients report receiving their full security deposit back after our cleaning. We also provide before-and-after photos upon request for your records.
Does the property need to be empty before cleaning?
For the best results, yes. We can clean around furniture and boxes, but empty spaces allow us to reach every surface including behind appliances, inside closets, and along baseboards. If your belongings are still being moved, we can schedule cleaning for the same day as your move — we will arrive after the movers leave. For property managers, we schedule cleaning as soon as the unit is vacated.
How long does move-in or move-out cleaning take?
A standard apartment or condo typically takes three to five hours depending on size and condition. A single-family home takes four to eight hours. Units that have not been professionally cleaned in a long time or that have heavy buildup may take longer. We provide an estimated time frame after our initial assessment and always complete the full checklist regardless of time. Quality is never rushed.
Do you offer carpet cleaning as part of move cleaning?
Yes. Professional carpet cleaning is our most popular add-on service for move-in and move-out cleaning. We use hot water extraction to remove deep-set dirt, stains, and odors from carpet fibers. This service can be the difference between passing and failing a move-out inspection in properties with light-colored carpet. We can also add window cleaning, wall washing, and garage cleaning to your move package. Call (651) 412-3830 for a customized quote.
Moving? Let Us Handle the Cleaning
Call Patriot Building Solutions for professional move-in or move-out cleaning across the Twin Cities metro. Fast scheduling, thorough results, deposit-back guarantee.
Patriot Building Solutions provides professional move-in and move-out cleaning across the Twin Cities metro. Based in Inver Grove Heights, MN. Explore our other services: commercial cleaning, residential cleaning, deep cleaning, post-construction cleaning. Contact us for a free estimate.