Moving into a new home in Columbus is exciting — but before the boxes come in and the furniture goes down, a proper move-in clean makes those first days feel truly fresh. An empty home is the easiest home to clean: no furniture in the way, no rugs covering the floors, and every corner within reach. Here is the order that works best.

Start With the Kitchen

The kitchen is where you will unpack first, so clean it first. Wipe inside every cabinet and drawer before dishes and food go in — crumbs and dust from the previous household are common, even in a well-kept home. Clean inside the refrigerator, scrub the sink and faucet, and wipe down countertops and appliance fronts. If the oven needs attention, do it now while the kitchen is empty and easy to work in.

Next: Bathrooms, Top to Bottom

Scrub the tub, shower, tile, and grout, then sanitize the toilet, sink, and mirror. Bathrooms in an empty home can be cleaned thoroughly without working around towels, toiletries, and bath mats. A bright, sanitized bathroom on day one makes the whole home feel new.

Then Bedrooms and Living Areas

Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, window sills, and baseboards before any furniture arrives — once beds and sofas are in place, those spots are much harder to reach. Wipe inside closets and closet shelves, clean interior glass with a two-cloth method for a streak-free finish, and finish with a careful vacuum and mop of every floor, paying attention to edges and corners where dust collects during a move.

Do Not Skip the Small Spots

Handles, light switches, and door frames get touched constantly and are often missed. Wipe them down as part of the move-in clean. Check air vents for dust as well — a quick vacuum of vent covers helps the air in your new home feel cleaner from the first night.

How Ohio Supreme Clean Can Help

Ohio Supreme Clean offers move-in cleaning across Columbus and the surrounding area, as part of our residential cleaning services. Our standard cleans are $139, $189, and $259 depending on home size (up to 2,000 sq ft; larger homes are confirmed after photos), plus Ohio sales tax where it applies — first cleans are always full price, and deep or move-in work that needs extra scope is confirmed before booking so there are no surprises. We are bonded and insured, so you can hand us the keys with confidence and focus on unpacking.

Ready for a fresh start in your new home? Book your appointment through Jobber via our website at https://ohiosupremeclean.com/contact/ or call/text us at 380-246-4069. We will handle the cleaning — you handle the move.