Move Out Cleaning & Move-In Cleaning in Long Beach, CA
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning from $399 per visit. Free itemized quote before anyone arrives.
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Long Beach is a top-to-bottom clean of an empty home, inside the oven, refrigerator, cabinets and closets included, priced flat per visit by home size. Tenants handing back the keys and wanting the security deposit back book it here, as do buyers and renters who want a clean home before they unpack, and sellers getting a house ready for showings. Every visit uses a landlord-style checklist, comes with a free itemized quote, and covers all of Long Beach and surrounding areas.
How much does a move out cleaning service cost in Long Beach?
A move-out cleaning in Long Beach starts from $399 per visit. For comparison, a standard house cleaning starts from $249, because an empty-home visit requires deep house cleaning inside every cabinet, closet, and appliance, along with baseboards and grout so nothing is skipped during the final walkthrough. We quote a flat rate per visit based on bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall condition of the home, so the total price is known before anyone arrives, while an hourly quote can grow if the job runs long. Rather than charging extra for each item, the price includes inside the oven and refrigerator, emptied cabinets and closets, baseboards, and deep house cleaning of all bathrooms. Your quote is free and fully itemized before you book.
What move out cleaning in Long Beach involves that a generic one does not
In Long Beach, 40% of homes are single-family detached houses and 18% are in apartment buildings of 20 or more units, while 41% are owner-occupied. By contrast, in nearby Rossmoor, 90% of homes are single-family houses. Tenants in large apartment complexes often face detailed move-out checklists from property managers, making deep house cleaning of kitchens and bathrooms critical before handing back keys. The county also experiences frequent flooding from heavy rain, which causes mud to be tracked into entries and across main floors. Wiping down baseboards and entryway floors protects those high-traffic surfaces from lasting damage. Smoke from regional wildfires leaves ash on window sills, blinds, and vents throughout local homes. Wiping down window tracks and air vents before moving in or out removes lingering soot and ensures a fresh indoor environment.
Getting the security deposit back in Long Beach
Under California law, a landlord has 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the premises to return the security deposit or send an itemized list of deductions. The clock begins on the day you officially hand back the keys and vacate the property. For a detailed guide on California move-out rules, normal wear and tear, and what to document at move-in, visit our California move-out and move-in cleaning page. Keeping dated photos of every room after the clean along with your itemized receipt settles most security deposit disputes.
How long it takes, and when to book cleaning services in Long Beach
A move-out or move-in cleaning for a studio or one-bedroom home usually takes 2 to 4 labor hours, while a two-bedroom home takes 4 to 6 labor hours. A three-bedroom home of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet takes 5 to 8 labor hours, and a four-bedroom home of 3,000 square feet or more requires 8 to 14 or more labor hours. A two-person crew roughly halves the time spent on site. Cleaning inside appliances alone can add 2 to 3 labor hours. Booking a few days ahead is usually sufficient. Schedule the move-out clean for your final day after movers finish, with power and water still connected.
Cleaning services in Long Beach and nearby cities
Our cleaning company services homes across all of Long Beach and nearby cities. A move-out cleaning at your old address and a move-in cleaning at your new address can be scheduled together on one free quote. Any nearby ZIP code outside our standard area is quickly confirmed during your quote call.
Move out cleaning in Long Beach: FAQ
What is the starting price for a move-out cleaning in Long Beach?
A move-out clean in Long Beach starts from $399 per visit. The final rate depends on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the home condition, never on square footage alone.
Is it worth cleaning an apartment before moving out?
Booking a move-out cleaning is worth it when the security deposit at stake is larger than the cost of the clean or when your lease strictly requires a clean unit. However, if your lease automatically charges a fixed deduction regardless of condition, a full clean may not be necessary, so check your lease agreement first.
What does a move-out cleaning include?
The visit includes deep house cleaning inside the oven, refrigerator, cabinets, and closets. It also covers baseboards, floors, and all bathrooms top to bottom.
Do you charge by the hour for a move-out cleaning?
No, we quote a flat price per visit based on your home size, bathrooms, and initial condition. Hourly quotes are difficult to compare because total costs depend entirely on how long a maid or cleaner remains on site.
How long does a landlord in California have to return a security deposit?
A landlord must provide an itemized statement and return the security deposit within 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the property. For complete legal guidelines and deposit protection advice, view our California state page.