Moving House in Dublin? Your Complete Cleaning Guide

Whether you are moving in or moving out, proper cleaning is essential. This guide covers everything you need to know about cleaning during a Dublin house move.

Moving Out: Getting Your Deposit Back

Under Irish tenancy law, you are expected to return the property in the condition you received it, minus fair wear and tear. A thorough clean is the best way to ensure your deposit is returned in full.

Priority Areas Landlords Check

• Kitchen: Oven, hob, extractor fan, inside cupboards, behind fridge
• Bathrooms: Grout, limescale, behind toilet, shower screen
• Walls: Marks, scuffs, adhesive residue from pictures
• Windows: Both inside glass and window tracks
• Floors: Pay extra attention to corners and under radiators

Moving In: Starting Fresh

Even if a property looks clean, a pre-move-in clean ensures hygiene and gives you a fresh start. Focus on sanitising bathrooms and kitchens, cleaning inside all storage spaces, and checking for signs of pests.

Timeline for Moving Cleaning

2 weeks before: Book your cleaning service

1 week before: Declutter and start packing

2-3 days before: Professional cleaning day (after furniture is moved out)

Move day: Final walkthrough and touch-ups