Move Out Cleaning & Move-In Cleaning in Albuquerque, NM
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning from $299 per visit. Free itemized quote before anyone arrives.
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Albuquerque 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 book it when handing back keys to protect their security deposit, buyers and renters use it to clean every surface before unpacking, and sellers schedule a clean to prepare for house showings. Our house cleaning service uses the same landlord-style checklist on every job, provides a free itemized quote, and covers all of Albuquerque and the surrounding area.
How much does a move out cleaning service cost in Albuquerque?
A move-out and move-in cleaning in Albuquerque starts from $299 per visit. For comparison, a standard house cleaning for an occupied home starts from $189. An empty-home clean costs more because the cleaner works inside every cabinet, closet, and appliance, scrubs baseboards and tile grout, and skips nothing that a landlord checks during a walkthrough. We quote a flat price per visit from the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall 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 per item, our move out cleaning automatically includes the inside of the oven and refrigerator, emptied cabinets and closets, and all baseboards throughout the house. Your quote is free and fully itemized before work begins.
What move out cleaning in Albuquerque involves that a generic one does not
In Albuquerque, 62% of homes are single-family detached houses and 9% are in large apartment buildings, while in nearby Corrales, 89% are single-family houses. A single-family house with multiple bathrooms and stairs requires extra attention along baseboards and railings, whereas an apartment clean often focuses on passing a strict leasing-office check-out list. In this desert climate, fine dust settles deep into window tracks, sills, and tile grout after windy days and monsoon storms, and hard water leaves white scale on shower glass and bathroom fixtures. A buyer or landlord notices this buildup right away. In Bernalillo County, heavy rain can trigger localized flooding, which leads to mud being tracked across entries and hardwood or tile floors. Scrubbing fine dust from window tracks before the walkthrough prevents delayed deposit returns, and treating hard water scale on glass keeps bathroom fixtures looking well maintained.
Getting the security deposit back in Albuquerque
For a tenant in Albuquerque, New Mexico law gives the landlord 30 days to return your security deposit or send an itemized list of deductions. This 30 day clock begins on whichever date is later: the official termination of the rental agreement or the day you actually move out. Visit our New Mexico move-out and move-in cleaning page to read the complete rules on normal wear and tear and what to document when you first move in. Taking clear, dated photos of every room right after the maid finish the clean gives you solid evidence if a deposit dispute arises.
How long it takes, and when to book cleaning services in Albuquerque
A move-out or move-in cleaning for a studio or one-bedroom apartment takes 2 to 4 labor hours. A two-bedroom home takes 4 to 6 labor hours, while a three-bedroom house of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet requires 5 to 8 labor hours. For houses with four or more bedrooms starting at 3,000 square feet, the work takes 8 to 14 or more labor hours. A two-person team cuts the time spent on site in half. Deep house cleaning dirty appliances alone can add 2 to 3 labor hours. Book your move out cleaning for the final day, after the movers finish and before the final landlord inspection.
Cleaning services in Albuquerque and nearby cities
Our residential house cleaning team serves every neighborhood across Albuquerque and nearby communities. A move out cleaning at your old home and a move-in cleaning at your new place can be scheduled together on one quote. If your ZIP code is in Bernalillo County or just outside the main area, we confirm coverage when you request your quote.
Move out cleaning in Albuquerque: FAQ
What is the starting price for a move-out cleaning in Albuquerque?
A move out cleaning in Albuquerque starts from $299 per visit. The final cost depends on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall condition of the property, rather than square footage alone.
Is it worth cleaning an apartment before moving out?
Hiring a cleaning company is worth it if your security deposit is larger than the cost of the service or if your lease explicitly requires a deep house cleaning. It is not necessary if your lease already deducts a non-refundable, fixed cleaning fee, so check your rental agreement first.
What does a move-out cleaning include?
The service covers the interior of the oven, refrigerator, emptied cabinets, and closets, along with top-to-bottom scrubbing of bathrooms. Baseboards, light switches, window sills, and all floors are thoroughly cleaned throughout the empty home.
Do you charge by the hour for a move-out cleaning?
No, we provide a flat price per visit based on your home size and condition so you know the exact cost upfront. Hourly rates are difficult to compare because the final price changes depending on how fast a specific cleaner works.
How long does a landlord in New Mexico have to return a security deposit?
The landlord has 30 days to return the deposit or provide an itemized statement of deductions after the tenancy ends or the tenant departs, whichever happens later. You can review full state deposit guidelines and photo documentation tips on our New Mexico page.