Trying to get your deposit back? In most rentals, cleaning fees come from the same handful of problem areas: bathrooms, kitchens, floors, and missed details. This move out cleaning checklist for Colorado Springs, CO focuses on what landlords and property managers notice first during the final walkthrough.
Start here first: For the complete room-by-room guide, read our pillar post: Move Out Cleaning in Colorado Springs: The Ultimate Checklist.
What Landlords Usually Check First
- Bathrooms: toilet, mirror, shower corners, odors
- Kitchen: sink, counters, stovetop, cabinet fronts
- Floors: edges, corners, sticky spots
- Baseboards: dust lines
- Trash/odors: lingering smells or debris
Deposit-Back Move Out Cleaning Checklist
Bathroom (Highest Priority)
- Disinfect toilet inside and outside (including base and hinges)
- Clean sink/vanity and polish mirror
- Scrub shower/tub corners (soap scum stands out)
- Wipe faucet and remove water spots (test first)
- Empty trash and check drains for hair (if safe)
Kitchen (Second Highest Priority)
- Sanitize counters and backsplash
- Scrub sink and polish faucet
- Wipe cabinet fronts and handles (grease zone)
- Wipe stovetop and knobs
- Wipe appliance fronts (fingerprints)
Floors + Corners
- Vacuum thoroughly (edges and corners matter)
- Mop hard floors after vacuuming
- Spot-clean sticky areas
Final Walkthrough Details
- Wipe door handles and light switches
- Wipe baseboards in main walkways
- Check window sills (dust collects fast)
- Remove all trash and odor sources
Colorado Springs Tip: Dust Happens Fast
Dry air and seasonal winds can make dust settle quickly—especially on baseboards and window sills. A quick microfiber wipe near the end can save you from “it looked clean yesterday” surprises.
Need Move Out Cleaning Help?
If you’re short on time or want a walkthrough-ready result, explore our Move-In / Move-Out Cleaning in Colorado Springs.
