Cleaning (Final) – Final Inspection Checklist

This checklist ensures that the home is spotless, polished, and ready for move-in before the trade contractor leaves the jobsite. It emphasizes thorough cleaning, removal of all dust and debris, and ensuring every surface, fixture, and component is in pristine condition. By completing this inspection, the house is presented at its best, meeting the highest standards of cleanliness and readiness.

Dust all walls, ensuring there are no smudge marks

Mop and clean vinyl, hardwood, and parquet flooring, removing all black marks and adhesive

Dust all windowsills and trim, ensuring they are smudge-free

Clean and remove smudges, dirt, and dust from handrails, stair treads, and pickets

Polish mirrors to a clean and shiny finish with no drywall dust on tops or sides

Clean and polish sinks, showers, tubs, and toilets, ensuring no drywall dust on ledges

Polish faucets, showerheads, and other fixtures to a shiny finish

Vacuum ductwork and return-air grills

Clean and shine all windows, including aluminum frames

Polish and clean all hardware, including towel bars and toilet paper holders

Clean cabinets thoroughly inside and out

Polish countertops to a clean and shiny finish

Clean appliances inside and out

Clean and polish light fixtures, ensuring no fingerprints, dust, or smudges

Dust and clean all shelving

Vacuum carpet and ensure there are no spots

Sweep and clean garages, storage rooms, and unfinished basements

Clean thresholds, removing all dirt, mud, and debris

Dust and clean fireplace fronts and mantels

Dust or damp-wipe ceiling fans, ensuring they are smudge- and dust-free

Remove trash and place it in the correct location

Move tubs and shower covers to the garage for the next job

Sweep the unfinished basement and garage

Ensure the house is in move-in condition