Upholstery Cleaning Before Moving: Checklist for Tenants

Moving house is the perfect time for a thorough clean of your upholstered furniture. Whether moving in or out — clean sofas, mattresses and carpets save you hassle at the flat handover and ensure a hygienic fresh start in your new home.

Why Upholstery Cleaning When Moving?

When Moving Out:

• Protect your deposit: Dirty carpets are a common reason for deposit deductions
• Handover report: Clean flat = less discussion with the landlord
• Refresh your furniture: Why take dirty furniture to your new home?

When Moving In:

• Hygienic fresh start: Who knows what the previous tenant did on that sofa?
• Second-hand furniture: Always have pre-owned furniture cleaned before use
• Remove allergens: Eliminate mites, pet hair and dust from the previous tenant

Checklist: What Should Be Cleaned?

Sofa and Armchairs

• [ ] Check upholstery for stains and odours
• [ ] Inspect cushions and covers
• [ ] Book professional cleaning if needed
• [ ] Allow 4-6 hours drying time after cleaning

Mattress

• [ ] Document stains and discolouration
• [ ] Do a smell test (nose close to the mattress)
• [ ] Professional mattress cleaning for mite infestation or odours
• [ ] Buy a mattress protector for the new flat

Carpet and Fitted Carpet

• [ ] Have loose rugs taken to the cleaners or cleaned professionally
• [ ] Have fitted carpet professionally cleaned (before the handover!)
• [ ] Photograph any stains that were there before you moved in
• [ ] Check the handover report carefully

Curtains

• [ ] Take down and wash curtains or have them steam cleaned
• [ ] Check for nicotine or grease discolouration
• [ ] For delicate fabrics: professional steam cleaning

Timing: When to Book Cleaning?

Optimal Schedule:

1. 2-3 weeks before moving: Book upholstery cleaning appointment
2. 1 week before moving: Clean curtains
3. 3-5 days before moving: Have sofas and mattresses cleaned
4. 1-2 days before handover: Have carpet cleaned
5. On moving day: Everything is dry and ready

Important:

• Upholstery needs 4-6 hours to dry
• Fitted carpets need 6-8 hours
• Don't have cleaning done on the day of the handover!

Costs: What Does Moving Cleaning Cost?

Moving Combo Tip:

Many of our clients book several services together. Ask about our package price when you want sofa, mattress and carpet cleaned at the same time.

Especially Relevant When Moving in Munich

Munich is a city of tenants — and moves are part of everyday life here. Whether you're moving from Schwabing to Sendling, from Pasing to Bogenhausen or from Germering to Neuaubing — we're flexible and come to you, wherever your move takes you.

Book Upholstery Cleaning for Your Move

At Octoputz, we offer all services from one provider: sofa cleaning, mattress cleaning and carpet cleaning. We come directly to you — to your old or new flat.

Book your appointment now — especially popular at the end of the month!

Book an appointment: 0176 651 58 719 or via WhatsApp.