Most deposit deductions come from the same short list of places, and nearly all of them are inside something: the oven, the fridge, cabinets, drawers, and closets. An empty room can look clean while those spaces tell a different story.
In the kitchen, clean the inside of the oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave, then wipe out every cabinet and drawer. Degrease the range hood and the backsplash behind the stove.
In bathrooms, scrub the tub, shower, and toilet, including the base and behind it. Clear hair from drains, clean mirrors and fixtures, and wipe out the vanity.
Throughout the home, wipe baseboards, windowsills, door frames, and light switches, then vacuum and mop every floor, including inside closets.
Short on time before the truck arrives? A professional move-out clean covers the whole list in one visit, so you can focus on the move itself.