Move Out Cleaning & Move-In Cleaning in California
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning from $379 per visit. Free itemized quote before anyone arrives.
Move-out and move-in cleanings deliver detailed cleans of empty homes across California, from Los Angeles to San Diego and San Jose. Departing tenants use this deep house cleaning to prepare a rental for inspection, while buyers and new renters book a move-in cleaning to clean counters, cabinets, and appliances before moving furniture into place. Every visit comes with a flat price quoted upfront that includes inside the oven, inside the refrigerator, and inside all cabinets and closets. This guide outlines local pricing, move-in records, and California security deposit rules. Request a free quote online.
Move out cleaning in cities across California
Each local city page provides specific per-visit pricing, neighborhood coverage, and appointment scheduling tailored around your lease end or home closing date. Residents in Los Angeles can view local options directly, while readers in surrounding areas can select the nearest city page or contact us to confirm travel to your town during the free quote process.
- Los Angeles
- San Diego
- San Jose
- San Francisco
- Fresno
- Sacramento
- Long Beach
- Oakland
- Bakersfield
- Anaheim
- Stockton
- Riverside
- Santa Ana
- Irvine
- Chula Vista
- Fremont
- Santa Clarita
- San Bernardino
- Modesto
- Moreno Valley
- Fontana
- Oxnard
- Huntington Beach
- Glendale
- Santa Rosa
- Ontario
- Elk Grove
- Rancho Cucamonga
- Oceanside
- Garden Grove
- Lancaster
- Palmdale
- Salinas
- Hayward
- Corona
- Sunnyvale
- Escondido
- Pomona
- Roseville
- Torrance
- Fullerton
- Visalia
- Orange
- Pasadena
- Victorville
- Santa Clara
- Thousand Oaks
- Simi Valley
- Vallejo
- Concord
- Berkeley
- Clovis
- Fairfield
- East Los Angeles
- Richmond
- Antioch
- Carlsbad
- Downey
- Murrieta
- Costa Mesa
- San Buenaventura (Ventura)
- Temecula
- Santa Maria
- El Monte
- West Covina
- Inglewood
- Burbank
- El Cajon
- Jurupa Valley
- San Mateo
- Rialto
- Menifee
- Daly City
- Chico
- Norwalk
- Vacaville
- Hesperia
- Vista
- Arden-Arcade
- Compton
- Carson
- San Marcos
- Tracy
- Redding
- Mission Viejo
- South Gate
- Santa Monica
- Chino
- Westminster
- San Leandro
- Hemet
- Indio
- Santa Barbara
- Merced
- Livermore
- Citrus Heights
- Hawthorne
- Whittier
- San Ramon
- Lake Forest
- Newport Beach
- Manteca
- Buena Park
- Redwood City
- Alhambra
- Lakewood
- Folsom
- Tustin
- Napa
- Rancho Cordova
- Milpitas
- Perris
- Upland
- Pleasanton
- Bellflower
- Chino Hills
- Carmichael
- Alameda
- Pittsburg
- Apple Valley
- Redlands
- Turlock
- Baldwin Park
- Rocklin
- Dublin
- Camarillo
- Redondo Beach
- Lake Elsinore
- Walnut Creek
- Eastvale
- Yuba City
- Union City
- Tulare
- Yorba Linda
- Palo Alto
- Davis
- Madera
- Lodi
- Lynwood
- South San Francisco
- Castro Valley
- Brentwood
- Laguna Niguel
- San Clemente
- Florence-Graham
- La Habra
- Porterville
- Montebello
- Encinitas
- Pico Rivera
- Santa Cruz
- Woodland
- San Rafael
- La Mesa
- Monterey Park
- Gardena
- Cupertino
- Petaluma
- Santee
- Gilroy
- Hanford
- South Whittier
- Highland
- Fountain Valley
- National City
- Arcadia
- Hacienda Heights
- Huntington Park
- Diamond Bar
- Yucaipa
- West Sacramento
- San Jacinto
- Colton
- Beaumont
- Paramount
- Novato
- Watsonville
- Glendora
- Cathedral City
- Aliso Viejo
- Placentia
- Palm Desert
- Rosemead
- Covina
- Delano
- Lincoln
How much does a move out cleaning service cost in California?
A move-out cleaning or move-in cleaning in California starts from $379 per visit statewide. In comparison, a routine standard clean for an occupied residence starts from $239 per visit. The higher price for an empty home reflects the additional time required to clean inside empty built-in features, scrub baseboards, and perform a deep house cleaning across all bare surfaces. A flat price per visit means the total cost is known before anyone arrives, while an hourly quote can grow if the work takes longer than expected. Instead of charging extra for individual tasks, the flat rate covers inside the oven, inside the refrigerator, baseboards, and wiped drawers or closets. The final price is based on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall condition of the property. Every quote is free, itemized, and fixed prior to the scheduled date.
California security deposit rules for tenants
Under California law, a landlord has no later than 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the premises to return the full security deposit or provide an itemized statement detailing any deductions. The 21 day clock begins once the tenant has completely moved out and handed back possession of the rental unit. Total deductions from the security deposit are strictly limited to necessary cleaning or repairs needed to remedy dirt or damage beyond normal wear and tear. For tenancies subject to state limits, the total security deposit capped by law is generally 1 month's rent, though small natural person landlords may collect up to 2 months' rent under specific conditions. If a landlord retains funds in bad faith, the tenant may recover statutory damages of up to twice the amount of the security deposit in addition to actual damages under Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5. Retaining an itemized cleaning service receipt alongside clear, dated photos of every cleaned room helps a tenant document the condition of the property at move-out.
What to document when you move in
California law addresses initial property condition through Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5(g)(1), which incorporates move-in documentation and photo evidence for tenancies starting on or after July 1, 2025. Upon receiving the keys, a new tenant should walk through every room within 24 to 48 hours to note any pre-existing marks, chipped paint, or uncleaned areas. Completing a written condition checklist with the landlord and sending a copy by email establishes a clear, time-stamped record of how the rental looked on day one. Scheduling a move-in cleaning before boxes arrive provides an ideal window to photograph empty rooms, clear drawers, and spotless appliances.
Move out and move-in cleaning in California: FAQ
How much does a move out cleaning cost in California?
A move out cleaning in California starts from $379 per visit. The rate is calculated using the size of the property, room count, and current condition, with the complete price locked in before the appointment.
How long does a landlord in California have to return a security deposit?
The landlord must return the security deposit or send an itemized list of deductions within 21 calendar days after the tenant vacates the property. The countdown starts on the day the tenant fully surrenders the home.
Can a landlord in California charge for cleaning or painting after move-out?
A landlord can only charge for cleaning or painting if the property shows dirt or wall damage beyond normal wear and tear. Deductions cannot be made for painting over ordinary wall scuffs caused by daily living.
Is move out cleaning worth it?
Booking a move out cleaning is worth the cost when the security deposit exceeds the price of the service, when lease terms mandate a deep house cleaning, or when moving schedules leave no time for independent labor. The itemized receipt and finished photos provide clear documentation of the home's condition.
Can the same crew do the move-in cleaning at my new home?
Yes, we can perform both services if your new home is within our service area. Both locations can be reserved on a single quote as two separate flat-rate visits.