778-288-4358SFU Burnaby student move-out guide · Updated August 2026
SFU Burnaby move-out cleaning: one plan for every roommate.
The difficult part of a student move is rarely one dirty surface. It is the roommate who leaves early, food still in the cabinets, a booked elevator, keys spread across three people and an inspection scheduled before the home is truly empty.
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Choose one contact and agree who is clearing each room.
A shared tenancy needs a single final plan even when roommates move on different days. Assign the person who confirms access, approves the selected cleaning scope and completes the walkthrough.
Choose the final handoff lead
That person holds the complete checklist, access details, inspection time, cleaner contact and key-return plan.
Empty private and shared storage
Bedrooms, cupboards, refrigerator shelves, bathroom storage and disposal items must be cleared before the selected interiors can be cleaned.
Review after cleaning—not as each roommate leaves
Photograph the complete home once, compare the condition report and resolve the final shared questions before key return.
Room-by-room scope
See the complete cleaning foundation before choosing interiors.
NearMe Move In/Out Cleaning combines every Standard task, every approved Deep addition and the turnover layer. Oven, refrigerator, cabinet, blind, interior-window and reachable wall-spot work remains selectable so the booked scope stays clear.
Standard
22 tasksIncluded in every one-time or recurring standard cleaning.
Bedrooms & living areas
- Dust and wipe reachable surfaces
- Sweep and mop hard floors
- Vacuum carpeted areas
- Clean accessible mirrors
- Dust reachable furniture
- Clean hallways and stairways
- Clean entry and patio-door interior glass
- Empty household waste bins
Kitchen
- Wipe accessible counters and surfaces
- Clean and polish the sink
- Sweep and mop the floor
- Wipe appliance exteriors
- Clean the stovetop
- Clean the microwave inside and outside
- Empty the waste bin
Bathrooms
- Wipe and sanitize reachable surfaces
- Clean and polish the sink
- Clean mirrors and toilets
- Sweep and mop the floor
- Clean shower fixtures
- Scrub the bathtub
- Empty the waste bin
Deep
+11 tasksEvery standard task, plus detailed buildup areas.
Bedrooms & living areas
- Wash accessible baseboards
- Clean beneath safely accessible furniture
- Wipe window sills and frames
- Wipe door frames
- Wipe accessible light switches
Kitchen
- Wash kitchen baseboards
- Clean cabinet exteriors
- Clean the backsplash
Bathrooms
- Wash bathroom baseboards
- Clean doors and cabinet exteriors
- Clean accessible bathroom exhaust-fan surfaces
Move-in / out
+11 tasksStandard and deep-cleaning tasks, plus turnover priorities.
Bedrooms & living areas
- Wipe accessible vents
- Remove reachable ceiling dust
- Wipe accessible ceiling fans
- Wipe accessible light fixtures
- Clean empty closet and storage interiors
Kitchen
- Clean behind safely movable appliances
- Clean the range hood
- Clean the dishwasher interior
- Wipe vents and reachable ceiling dust
Bathrooms
- Wipe accessible vents
- Remove reachable ceiling dust
Compare every room, optional extra and service exclusion before choosing a package.
Compare the complete checklist →The roommate exit board
Assign the work by dependency, not by who complains first.
Some tasks block every later step. Put names and deadlines beside the work that must finish before professional cleaning can begin.
Food and refrigerator
Assign disposal, donation and defrosting before the person responsible for the fridge leaves campus.
Garbage and furniture
Arrange removal separately; NearMe does not move heavy items or provide junk removal.
Elevator and parking
Keep the UniverCity or building booking long enough for both movers and the cleaning visit.
Keys and inspection
Record who holds each key or fob and who will attend the final condition inspection for the tenants.
The final campus-area sweep
Open every door that can hide a last-minute problem.
SFU Residence guidance specifically calls attention to cupboards and food residue. Use the same discipline in an off-campus rental before the inspection.
Kitchen storage
Open every cabinet and drawer, remove liners and belongings, and select cabinet interiors when the property needs them.
Bathroom storage and fixtures
Empty shelves and cabinets, then review toilets, sinks, mirrors, tubs or showers and the floor line.
Bedrooms and closets
Check the top shelf, behind doors and any furniture or disposal item a roommate assumed someone else owned.
Photos and forwarding address
Keep one shared set of dated room photos and make sure the landlord receives the required forwarding address in writing.
NearMe customer evidence
Real cleaning evidence for the moment a property changes hands.
Authentic NearMe Google reviews describe move-related deadlines, detailed work and support around the customer experience.
Read our Google reviews ↗“Prices are reasonable. Good cleaners and they provide their own supplies. You only need to supply your ow vacuum, mop, broom, etc. We initially got a cleaner who didn’t meet our standards, but they were able to send a better one after. Responsive with requests/inquiries. Had a couple of booking changes, but was able to correct within reason. Overall, good service!”
“I’ve gone through a few house cleaning services in Vancouver over the years, and NearMe has easily been the most consistent. The booking process was straightforward, they arrived on time, and my home looked noticeably cleaner when they finished. It’s nice not having to follow up or remind anyone about the details. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a reliable cleaning service.”
“I’ve tried a couple of cleaning services in Vancouver before, but NearMe has honestly been the most reliable so far. We’ve been using them for a few months now for regular cleaning, and the difference is consistency. The cleaners show up on time, they don’t rush through things, and the place actually feels properly cleaned after they leave. What I like most is that it doesn’t feel random every time like with other companies. There’s clearly a system they follow, which makes a big difference. Pricing is fair for what you get, and booking has been pretty smooth as well. No back and forth or confusion. If you’re looking for a dependable house cleaning service in Vancouver, I’d definitely recommend giving them a try.”
Questions before you decide
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions customers ask before choosing a service, schedule or cleaning company.
Yes. The booking contact should have authority to provide access, confirm the complete home details, select extras and answer questions for the shared property.
Schedule professional cleaning after the last belongings and food leave. Ask earlier-departing roommates to complete their assigned removal and storage tasks before they lose access.
No. Heavy-item moving and junk removal are not included. Empty the home and arrange disposal before the cleaning appointment.
No. Residence has its own agreement and instructions; off-campus rentals generally follow the BC tenancy process. Use the rules for the actual accommodation.
Move In/Out Cleaning is the usual starting point once the home is empty. Select appliance, cabinet, blind or interior-window extras only when required.
Guide sources
Sources and further reading
- BC: Moving out of rental units ↗Current provincial guidance on cleaning, condition inspections, deposits and forwarding addresses.
- BC Policy Guideline 1 ↗Official cleaning and maintenance responsibilities, including carpet and window-covering guidance.
- BC Condition Inspection Report (RTB-27) ↗The provincial condition-report form used to record the move-in and move-out condition.
- NearMe Move In/Out Cleaning checklistIncluded cleaning tasks, optional add-ons and work outside the service.
- SFU Residence cleaning guidance ↗Current SFU instructions for cleaning bathrooms, cupboards and food residue in residence.
A cleaner handoff starts before the inspection
Give the cleaning its own finish line.
Book after belongings leave and before the walkthrough begins. NearMe handles the selected cleaning scope; you retain the report, photos and key handoff.