Apartment turnovers move fast. For property managers in Colorado Springs, CO, the goal is simple: deliver a unit that feels move-in ready with consistent standards—without wasting time on low-impact tasks.
What “Move-In Ready” Usually Means
- Bathrooms sanitized and odor-free
- Kitchen surfaces degreased and clean to the touch
- Floors clean with corners and edges addressed
- No visible dust lines (baseboards, sills, ledges)
- High-touch points wiped (handles, switches)
Apartment Turnover Cleaning Checklist
Bathrooms (Highest Priority)
- Disinfect toilet (inside + exterior base)
- Clean sink/vanity and polish mirror
- Scrub shower/tub corners and fixtures
- Wipe door handles and switches
- Remove hair from visible areas (floor, corners)
Kitchen (Second Highest Priority)
- Sanitize counters and backsplash
- Scrub sink and polish faucet
- Wipe cabinet fronts and handles (grease zone)
- Wipe stovetop and knobs
- Spot-clean appliance fronts (fingerprints)
Bedrooms + Living Areas
- Dust reachable surfaces top-to-bottom
- Wipe doors, handles, switches
- Vacuum edges, corners, closets
Floors + Details
- Vacuum thoroughly (edges and corners first)
- Mop hard floors after vacuuming
- Spot-wipe baseboards in main traffic areas
Most Common Turnover “Fail Points”
- Kitchen cabinet handles and grease around them
- Toilet base and behind toilet
- Shower corners (soap scum)
- Dust on window sills and baseboards
- Floors: corners and closet edges
Colorado Springs Tip: Dust Can Settle Fast
Dry air and seasonal wind can cause dust to settle quickly—especially near entryways and windows. A consistent baseboard/sill standard makes units feel noticeably cleaner.
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