Move-In Cleaning: What to Arrange Before Furniture Arrives
Move-in cleaning works best when it is coordinated with the moment you can actually access the property. A planned moving date alone may not establish when keys, utilities and empty rooms will be available for the cleaner. Before booking, sketch the order of events: entry to the home, cleaning, any drying or airing arrangements recommended by the provider, then furniture delivery. Share the uncertain parts with everyone involved. Confirm access before committing to an arrival time Ask when you can provide lawful entry and who will hold the keys. If access depends on another person's schedule, avoid describing it as confirmed until that person has agreed. Give the cleaner a contact who can deal with a delay. Check power and water availability and tell the provider about any facilities that will be unavailable. A vacant property may still have active trades, locked areas or restrictions on access that need to […]



