Move-In Cleaning London Start Fresh in Your New Home
Professional pre-move cleaning for London homes and flats
Moving into a new home should feel exciting — not stressful. Our professional move-in cleaning service prepares your London property to the highest standard before you unpack a single box. Hotel-trained, DBS-checked, and fully insured.
Move Into a Truly Clean Home — Not Just One That Looks It
No matter how well a property looks during a viewing, the reality of moving in is often different. Previous tenants leave behind grease in ovens, limescale on bathroom fixtures, dust in corners, and odours embedded in carpets and soft furnishings. Estate agents clean to a presentation standard — not to the deep, hygienic standard you deserve when making a property your home. St Anne's Housekeeping provides specialist move-in cleaning in London that transforms a property from handover-ready to genuinely spotless before you arrive with your belongings.
Our move-in clean covers every area of the property from top to bottom: inside kitchen appliances and cupboards, bathroom descaling and sanitisation, window sills and frames, skirting boards, light fittings, and all hard-to-reach areas that a standard clean invariably misses. We follow a comprehensive room-by-room checklist built around the standards of London's most demanding landlords and lettings agencies — adapted for the incoming tenant's perspective rather than the departing one.
Every St Anne's cleaner is DBS-checked, reference-verified, and hotel-trained before their first placement. All work is covered by comprehensive public liability insurance. We bring all professional equipment and eco-friendly products with us — you simply book and we handle everything. Move-in cleaning can be completed before your moving day, on the same day, or at any time that works around your schedule and your removals company.
What sets our move-in cleaning apart in London
We clean to the standard you deserve when making a property your home — not just the standard to pass an inspection.
A thorough pre-move clean — every room, every surface
Full oven interior and exterior cleaning, fridge deep clean, hob descaling and degreasing, microwave interior, all cupboard interiors and exteriors, sink and taps, tiles, and all surfaces. We remove grease, limescale, and residue left by previous occupants.
Complete sanitisation of toilet, basin, bath, and shower; limescale descaling of all chrome fittings and showerheads; grout scrubbing and tile cleaning; mirror polishing; extractor fan dusting; and full floor cleaning.
Thorough vacuuming of all carpets and hard floors; dusting of all surfaces, shelves, skirting boards, cornices, and light fittings; inside window cleaning and sill wiping; wardrobe and storage interior cleaning; and wall spot cleaning.
We work around your completion date, your removals company schedule, and your move-in day. Cleans can be booked days in advance or at short notice. We can access the property before you arrive with your belongings.
We use professional-grade, non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning products throughout. Safe for children, pets, and sensitive surfaces — ideal for preparing a property that will become your family home.
If any area does not meet the agreed standard on completion, contact us within 24 hours and we will return to re-clean that area at no additional cost. Your satisfaction before you move in is our priority.
What our move-in cleaning covers — room by room
Kitchen Deep Clean
- Oven interior, racks, and exterior — full degreasing
- Fridge/freezer interior clean and odour removal
- Hob, extractor hood, and microwave interior
- All cupboard and drawer interiors and exteriors
- Sink, taps, and draining board descaling
- Tiles, splashback, and all worktop surfaces
Bathrooms & En-Suites
- Toilet — full sanitisation inside and out
- Bath, shower tray, and shower screen descaling
- Basin and taps — limescale removal and polishing
- Tiles and grout scrubbing
- Mirrors, shelves, and vanity units
- Extractor fan cleaning and floor mopping
Living Areas & Bedrooms
- Vacuuming all carpets, rugs, and hard floors
- Dusting all surfaces, shelves, and skirting boards
- Inside window cleaning and frame wiping
- Wardrobe and built-in storage interiors
- Light fittings, switches, and socket plates
- Wall spot cleaning and door handle sanitisation
Throughout the Property
- All hallways, stairs, and landings
- Skirting boards, cornices, and architraves
- Under furniture — behind appliances
- Loft hatch area dusting (if applicable)
- Internal windows throughout the property
- Final walkthrough inspection and check
Professional move-in cleaning for every property type in London
Whether you are moving into a studio flat in Shoreditch, a Victorian terraced house in Clapham, a period conversion in Notting Hill, or a new-build apartment in Canary Wharf, our move-in cleaning service is tailored to your property's specific characteristics. We are familiar with the full range of London property types — from the intricate cornicing and original fireplaces of Georgian townhouses to the glass and steel surfaces of modern developments — and clean each appropriately.
Move-in cleaning is distinct from a standard deep clean. It is focused entirely on making a property hygienic, fresh, and genuinely habitable from the moment you arrive with your belongings. We pay particular attention to areas that are difficult to access and therefore often overlooked: inside kitchen cupboards and appliances, bathroom extractor fans, window frames and sills, the insides of wardrobes, skirting boards, and hard-to-reach corners behind fixtures.
If you are also dealing with an end-of-tenancy clean at your current property, we can coordinate both services — ensuring a seamless transition between your old home and your new one. Contact us to discuss your requirements and we will provide a clear, all-inclusive quote with no hidden charges.
Covering all London boroughs and commuter areas
Key collection from estate agents and solicitors
Available 7 days a week including bank holidays
Short-notice and same-day bookings accepted
Move-in cleaning in London — four simple steps
From booking to a spotless home — before you unpack a single box.
Call us on 020 3670 9997 or complete our online form. Tell us your London postcode, property size, move-in date, and any specific requirements. We confirm availability and provide a clear, all-inclusive quote — no hidden charges.
We can collect keys from your estate agent, solicitor, or landlord, or meet you at the property. Our team arrives fully equipped with all professional tools and eco-friendly products — you do not need to be present during the clean.
Our hotel-trained team works through a comprehensive room-by-room checklist covering every surface, appliance, and area of the property. We pay particular attention to kitchens, bathrooms, and any areas flagged as priorities.
Your property is handed back to you genuinely clean — every surface, every appliance, every corner. You move your belongings into a fresh, hygienic home that is ready for you from the very first day.
Move-In Cleaning London — Common Questions
Everything you need to know before booking your pre-move clean
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St Anne's Housekeeping
London's premier housekeeping service, trusted by discerning clients across the capital.
020 3670 9997
Available 7 days a week
We respond within 24 hours
34 Bloomsbury Street, London WC1B 3QJ
Serving Central London and surrounding areas
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