An apartment must be handed over to the next tenant in impeccable condition after a move. That’s why many people prefer to hire a professional cleaning company for the final cleaning, ensuring that even hard-to-reach areas are thoroughly cleaned. In major cities like Zurich, Bern, Basel, St. Gallen, Lucerne, and Winterthur—where people move more frequently—property managers pay especially close attention to cleanliness during the apartment handover. Many therefore rely on professional cleaning services in these cities. If you want to find a suitable cleaning company with professional staff, you can quickly and easily compare several offers free of charge on our platform.
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A handover guarantee ensures that services rendered—such as apartment cleaning—meet the specified standards and are accepted by the client (for example, a landlord) at the time of apartment turnover. If the service does not meet the requirements upon the first inspection, the cleaners are obliged to make any necessary improvements until the service is accepted. This guarantee provides assurance that the expected quality standards will be met without additional costs for the customer.
Our guarantee: The cleaning meets the requirements of landlords or property managers and secures the rental deposit.
Pay attention to the invoice: In the cleaning industry, it is common for payment to be made in cash once the apartment has been successfully handed over. Make sure to clarify this point with the cleaning company in advance and have the appropriate amount ready. It is important, however, that you only pay the cleaning company after the landlord has officially accepted the apartment or house. This ensures that any necessary re-cleaning can still be done thoroughly. If you have already paid, it could be difficult to pursue further claims if the landlord does not grant acceptance.
Apartment cleaning isn’t always the same: different situations and types of properties require different kinds of cleaning. With us, you can find the right provider for any type of cleaning and receive non-binding quotes.
An apartment cleaning can involve regular or one-time cleanings and usually includes cleaning floors, surfaces, bathrooms, and kitchens. The goal is to keep the apartment clean and pleasant during occupancy, focusing on ongoing cleanliness and tidiness while tackling everyday dirt.
Move-out cleaning, on the other hand, is much more extensive and typically carried out when a tenant leaves. It involves a thorough cleaning of all rooms, including hard-to-reach areas, often including cleaning windows, blinds, ovens, and other items not cleaned regularly. This cleaning is very detailed and intensive because it often coincides with handing the apartment back to the landlord or property manager. The aim is to return the apartment in a condition that allows the next tenant to move in immediately. A handover guarantee is often included, holding the cleaning service responsible for improvements if the landlord deems the cleanliness insufficient.
Maintenance cleaning refers to regularly performed cleaning tasks designed to maintain constant cleanliness and care in residential or commercial spaces. It helps preserve the overall appearance and hygiene of the premises. In contrast to move-out cleaning—an intensive, one-time process at the end of a tenancy—maintenance cleaning is an ongoing service carried out at scheduled intervals.
During window cleaning, cleaning companies pay special attention to safety by using the proper equipment for working at heights. They use specialized, streak-free cleaning agents and thoroughly clean window frames and channels. For both general apartment and move-out cleanings, accessibility and the condition of the windows are important factors, and move-out cleanings often demand a higher level of thoroughness to meet landlord or property manager requirements.
Deep cleaning is a particularly intensive cleaning that goes far beyond regular maintenance. It typically involves removing stubborn dirt and buildup from floors, walls, windows, and fixtures. This often includes cleaning hard-to-reach areas and elements such as radiators, window frames, and light fixtures. Deep cleanings are usually carried out at longer intervals to ensure optimal cleanliness and care of spaces that exceed the scope of routine cleaning.
Post-construction cleaning refers to cleaning up a construction site after the completion of building work—or during. It’s divided into two phases:
Post-construction cleaning is essential for ensuring a new or renovated property is ready for occupancy by creating a clean and appealing environment.
Floor cleaning involves specialized methods and processes that focus on cleaning and maintaining different types of flooring. The objective is to remove dirt, dust, and stains to preserve the appearance and durability of the floor. Depending on the flooring material, different techniques and cleaning agents may be used.
In certain situations, a household must be liquidated. If desired, the cleaning company can handle disposal, storage of furniture and goods, and the apartment cleaning.
The process can vary depending on the service provider and the customer’s specific needs, but generally includes the following steps and areas:
Depending on the level of dirt and the specific features of the apartment, cleaning times will vary. Here are some general guidelines:
A handover guarantee typically refers to the promise made by a cleaning service provider to carry out an apartment cleaning to a certain standard so that it will be accepted by a landlord or property management company during a walkthrough or handover. Benefits include security and convenience, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness without additional cleaning expenses.
Costs vary depending on the size of the apartment, the degree of dirt, the specific cleaning details requested, and whether it’s a routine or more extensive final cleaning. Use our cost calculator to get familiar with potential expenses.
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