Move Out Cleaning & Move-In Cleaning in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning from $289 per visit. Free itemized quote before anyone arrives.
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Lexington-Fayette 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. Lexington-Fayette renters book a move out cleaning when handing back keys to protect their deposit, while buyers and sellers book a move-in cleaning or listing prep before boxes fill the rooms. Every appointment follows the same landlord-style checklist, comes with a free itemized quote, and covers all parts of Lexington-Fayette.
How much does a move out cleaning service cost in Lexington-Fayette?
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Lexington-Fayette starts from $289 per visit. By comparison, standard house cleaning starts from $179 per visit, because a deep house cleaning for an empty home covers areas untouched during weekly visits. Every appliance interior, cabinet shelf, closet track, and baseboard must pass a detailed walkthrough. We quote a flat price per visit based on bedrooms, bathrooms, and the condition of the home, so the total is known before anyone arrives, while an hourly quote can grow when the job runs long. Rather than charging extra for each spot, the price covers inside the oven and refrigerator, emptied cabinets and closets, baseboards, and bath grout. Your quote is free and itemized.
What move out cleaning in Lexington-Fayette involves that a generic one does not
Single-family detached houses make up 58 percent of Lexington-Fayette homes, while 13 percent sit in large apartment buildings of 20 or more units. Single-family homes with multi-story layouts mean stair rails, lower baseboards, and extra bathrooms that landlords check carefully. Strong windstorms in Fayette County frequently push heavy dust and debris directly into entries and window tracks. Dust builds up along sliding tracks and outer thresholds, which a property manager notices immediately during a walkthrough. Wiping out window channels and sweeping entry doors before the final check keeps windblown grit from causing deposit deductions.
Getting the security deposit back in Lexington-Fayette
Under Kentucky state law, the security deposit timeline begins at the termination of occupancy, when the landlord inspects the property and compiles the final damage list. If a tenant does not respond within 60 days after the landlord sends notification, the landlord may remove the deposit from the account and retain it. Visit our Kentucky move-out and move-in cleaning page for details on normal wear and tear and documentation tips. Dated photos taken after the clean help settle deposit disputes quickly.
How long it takes, and when to book cleaning services in Lexington-Fayette
An empty-home clean for a studio or one-bedroom takes 2 to 4 labor hours. A two-bedroom takes 4 to 6 labor hours, while a three-bedroom home requires 5 to 8 labor hours. For houses with four or more bedrooms, expect 8 to 14 or more labor hours, with appliances alone adding 2 to 3 labor hours. A two-person crew cuts the time on site roughly in half. Booking a few days ahead gives you the best schedule options. Plan the clean for the final day after the movers leave but before the landlord walkthrough, and make sure power and running water remain connected.
Cleaning services in Lexington-Fayette and nearby cities
Our house cleaning team serves every neighborhood in Lexington-Fayette and nearby communities across Fayette County. If you are selling a house in one area and moving into another, both visits can be combined on a single quote. Any ZIP code near the city can be confirmed during your initial quote call.
Move out cleaning in Lexington-Fayette: FAQ
What is the starting price for a move-out cleaning in Lexington-Fayette?
A move-out clean in Lexington-Fayette starts from $289 per visit. The final cost depends on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall condition of the home rather than square footage.
Is it worth cleaning an apartment before moving out?
Booking a clean is worth it if your security deposit is larger than the cost of the service or if your lease requires a professional result. It is unnecessary if your lease automatically deducts a set, non-refundable fee regardless of how clean you leave the unit.
What does a move-out cleaning include?
The service covers the insides of the oven, refrigerator, cabinets, and closets. It also includes bathrooms from top to bottom, baseboards, door frames, and all bare floors and carpets throughout the empty home.
Do you charge by the hour for a move-out cleaning?
No, we provide a flat price per visit calculated from the home size and current condition. Hourly quotes are difficult to compare because the final cost changes depending on crew size and speed.
How long does a landlord in Kentucky have to return a security deposit?
The clock starts upon termination of occupancy when the landlord completes the final damage list. If the tenant fails to respond within 60 days of being notified, the landlord can legally keep the deposit funds. See our state page for additional details.