How to Get Your Full Security Deposit Back
The move-out cleaning guide every Boston renter needs before handing back the keys.
Moving out is stressful enough — packing boxes, coordinating movers, forwarding mail. The last thing you want is to lose hundreds (or thousands) of dollars from your security deposit because of a dirty oven or dusty baseboards. Most landlords in Boston will deduct for cleaning — and they don't need much of a reason. A single dirty bathroom can cost you $200–$500 or more.
🔍 What Landlords Actually Check
- Grease buildup inside the oven and on stovetop burners
- Soap scum and mildew in showers and tubs
- Dirty grout and stained caulk
- Dusty baseboards, door frames, and window sills
- Dirty inside of kitchen cabinets and drawers
- Stains on walls or floors
- Any lingering odors — pet, smoke, or food
✅ What a Professional Move-Out Clean Includes
- Full kitchen deep clean — oven, fridge, microwave, cabinets inside and out
- All bathrooms scrubbed top to bottom, grout and fixtures included
- All windows, sills, and tracks cleaned
- All closets vacuumed and wiped
- Baseboards, doors, and door frames throughout
- All floors vacuumed and mopped
- Light fixtures and ceiling fans dusted
💰 Is It Worth the Cost?
Absolutely. A professional move-out clean typically costs far less than what you'd lose from your deposit. It's one of the best investments you can make during a move — and it saves you hours of exhausting work at the worst possible time.
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