Move-In Cleaning in Madison, WI — Walk Into a Home That's Actually Clean
The previous tenant said they cleaned. The landlord said it was 'move-in ready.' But you open the cabinets and there are crumbs. A move-in clean from Madtown Maids means you're not unpacking into someone else's leftover mess.
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Why Clean Before You Move In?
Moving is the perfect — and maybe only — time to get your new home truly clean. Once your furniture, boxes, and belongings are in place, you'll never see those baseboards again.
Right now, while the space is empty, is your one chance to clean every surface before it gets occupied. The floors can be mopped without navigating furniture. The closets can be wiped without removing clothes. The kitchen can be deep cleaned without working around your dishes.
And let's be honest — no matter what the previous tenant claims, there's always something left behind. Dust in the vents. Hair in the bathroom drains. Grease on the range hood. A professional move-in clean eliminates all of that.
What's Included in Our Move-In Cleaning
Our move-in cleaning is a comprehensive deep clean designed for empty homes. With no furniture to work around, we can reach everything—and we do.
Kitchen
- All countertops cleaned and sanitized
- Inside all cabinets and drawers wiped out
- Inside refrigerator cleaned (shelves, drawers, walls)
- Inside oven and microwave cleaned
- Inside dishwasher cleaned
- Stovetop and range hood degreased
- Sink and faucet scrubbed
- Backsplash cleaned
- Floor thoroughly mopped
- Light fixtures and switches cleaned
Bathroom(s)
- All toilets deep cleaned and sanitized
- Showers and tubs scrubbed thoroughly
- Grout cleaned
- Inside vanity cabinets wiped
- Sinks and faucets cleaned
- Mirrors polished
- Medicine cabinets wiped inside
- Exhaust fans cleaned
- Floors mopped
- All fixtures polished
Bedrooms & Living Areas
- All floors vacuumed and mopped
- Inside all closets cleaned (shelves, rods, floors)
- Ceiling fans cleaned
- All windowsills and tracks cleaned
- Blinds dusted or wiped
- Light fixtures cleaned
- Light switches and outlets wiped
- Baseboards hand-wiped throughout
- Door frames and doors wiped
Throughout
- All air vents and returns cleaned
- Interior windows cleaned
- All baseboards wiped
- Cobwebs removed everywhere
- Any visible leftover items or debris flagged/removed
When to Book Move-In Cleaning
1After Lease Starts, Before Movers Arrive
The ideal timing. You get the keys to your new place, we come in and clean, and your moving day starts with a fresh home. Schedule us for the day after you get keys.
2During Lease Overlap
If you have access to your new place before your official move-in date, book us for that window. Your first night will be in a truly clean space.
3Between Tenants
Taking over a lease or moving into a place that was just vacated? Don't trust the outgoing tenant's cleaning. Let us make it actually clean.
4New Construction
Developers clean for appearance, not livability. New construction leaves behind dust in the vents, paint overspray, construction debris. Our post-construction cleaning handles all of that.
5Same-Week or Last Minute
Moving timelines shift — we get it. We often have same-week availability. Give us a call and we'll do our best to fit you in.
Other Cleaning Services
Explore our full range of cleaning services available in Madison and Dane County.
Apartment Cleaning
From studios near campus to 3-bedrooms off the beltline — apartment cleaning that's priced for your unit size, not a 4-bedroom house.
Apartment CleaningHouse Cleaning
Recurring weekly, biweekly, or monthly cleaning that keeps your Madison home consistently fresh. Our teams follow a detailed checklist so nothing gets missed — visit after visit.
House CleaningDeep Cleaning
When surface-level isn't cutting it. We go behind appliances, inside cabinets, into grout lines, and across every baseboard. A true top-to-bottom reset.
Deep CleaningMove-In Cleaning
Start fresh. We'll clean every surface, drawer, and fixture in your new place before you unpack a single box.
Move-In CleaningMove-Out Cleaning
Leave your place landlord-ready. Designed around what Madison property managers actually inspect — so you get your deposit back.
Move-Out CleaningPost-Construction Cleaning
Renovation dust doesn't clean itself. We handle drywall dust, paint residue, adhesive removal, and construction debris so you can enjoy the finished project.
Post-Construction CleaningAirbnb & Rental Cleaning
Same-day turnovers, linen changes, restocking, and damage reports. Reliable cleaning that protects your reviews — every guest, every time.
Airbnb & Rental CleaningCommercial Cleaning
Offices, retail, medical, and business spaces cleaned on your schedule. Evening and weekend availability, dedicated teams, no long-term contracts.
Commercial CleaningKeep Your New Home Fresh with Recurring Service
After your move-in clean, maintain that fresh feeling on your schedule
Weekly
Best for busy homes and families with kids or pets
15% OFFBi-Weekly
Perfect balance of clean and value for most homes
10% OFFMonthly
Great for light maintenance and smaller spaces
Quarterly
A deep refresh every 3 months. Perfect for seasonal maintenance.
Life in Madison moves fast. Between work, weekend farmers' markets, exploring the lakes, and everything in between, who has time to clean? Our flexible scheduling lets you choose the frequency that fits your lifestyle. Need to skip a week or reschedule? No problem — just give us 24 hours notice.
Move-In Cleaning Prices in Madison
Move-in cleaning is priced as a deep clean since we're working through an entire empty home. The good news: empty spaces are easier to clean thoroughly.
| Home Size | Bedrooms/Baths | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | 0 BR / 1 BA | $180 — $240 |
| 1 BR Apartment | 1 BR / 1 BA | $220 — $300 |
| 2 BR Apartment | 2 BR / 1 BA | $280 — $380 |
| 3+ BR Apartment/House | 3+ BR / 2+ BA | $380 — $500+ |
New construction cleaning may cost more due to additional detail work. Final pricing depends on home size and condition.
Why Madison Movers Choose Madtown Maids
We Work With Your Timeline
Moving schedules are unpredictable. We're flexible with booking and can often accommodate last-minute changes if your lease start shifts.
Empty Space Expertise
We know how to maximize an empty apartment—reaching every corner, cleaning inside every cabinet, and leaving nothing for you to clean later.
One Less Thing to Worry About
Moving is stressful. Cross cleaning off your list completely and focus on unpacking into a home that's already spotless.
We Know Madison
Apartment complexes, condos, houses across the isthmus and suburbs — we've cleaned them all. Just give us access details and we'll handle the rest.
Move-In Cleaning Throughout Madison & Dane County
Locations
We proudly serve homes and apartments across Madison and the surrounding communities.
Move-In Cleaning FAQs
As soon as you know your move-in date, reach out. We often have same-week availability, but end of month books quickly — especially during UW-Madison's lease turnover season. A week's notice is ideal.
We can work around some items, but the cleaner the space, the more thorough we can be. If the previous tenant left furniture or boxes, let us know—we can still help.
Some move-in situations are worse than others. If the previous tenant left significant mess, we may need to adjust scope and price. Send us photos if you're concerned.
However works best — meet us there, leave keys in a lockbox, provide a code, or coordinate with your property manager.
Absolutely. Property managers and landlords in Madison trust us for tenant turnover cleaning. Contact us about recurring partnership rates.
Yes. New builds have unique needs—construction dust, debris, adhesive residue. We're experienced with new construction and know what to look for.
Start Your New Home the Right Way
You're starting a new chapter — don't let someone else's mess be part of the story. Book a move-in clean and walk into a home that's truly fresh, truly clean, and truly yours.