During a move-out cleaning, the empty flat is handed over broom-clean and deep-cleaned to the property manager's standards. This includes the kitchen with oven, extractor hood, fridge and joints, the entire bathroom with descaling of taps and shower panels, all windows including frames and blinds, floors, skirting boards, radiators, cupboards inside and out as well as doors and light switches. The handover guarantee is the key addition: if the landlord objects to certain spots at the handover, the company returns quickly and re-cleans at no extra cost to you.
The process starts with a free viewing or a quote based on the number of rooms and square metres. On cleaning day a team works several hours; a 3.5-room flat usually takes half a day to a full day. The flat must be empty and the electricity still connected. Ideally schedule the cleaning one day before the official handover so the guarantee can take effect before the handover appointment.
This service suits any tenant who wants to be on the safe side. Property managers inspect strictly, and a failed handover quickly leads to costly rework or deductions from the rental deposit. With the guarantee, that risk sits with the company rather than with you.
As a rough guide (no guarantee), a move-out cleaning with handover guarantee in Switzerland costs around CHF 400 for a 1-room flat, CHF 600 to 900 for 2.5 to 3.5 rooms and CHF 900 to 1,400 for larger flats. Window cleaning is usually included; heavily soiled properties or limescale damage can raise the price.
Make sure the handover guarantee is stated in writing in the quote and that blinds, balcony and any cellar or attic compartments are explicitly included. Reputable firms quote a fixed price rather than pure hourly billing.