Move-in / Move-out

Move-out cleaning prices in Alberta: what to expect

Alberta move-out cleaning costs in 2026 — Edmonton vs Calgary, condo vs house, what's included, and how the damage-deposit-back guarantee actually works.

By Ukrainian Elite Cleaning

TL;DR

Move-out cleaning in Alberta in 2026 runs CAD $349–$565 for the typical 2-bed/1-bath apartment, with most providers within $30 of each other. The price is set by the rental's size, condition at handover, and whether inside-oven, inside-fridge and inside-windows are included.

Move-out is the highest-stakes cleaning service. The customer is judging it not by appearance but by whether the landlord refunds the damage deposit. The price gap between an honest job and a cheap one is small; the deposit gap is large.

Typical Alberta move-out prices in 2026

  • Studio or 1-bed condo — $279–$369
  • 2-bed/1-bath apartment or condo — $349–$465
  • 3-bed/2-bath house — $449–$625
  • 4-bed/2.5-bath house — $549–$795

What should be included

  1. Inside oven, including racks
  2. Inside fridge and freezer
  3. Inside microwave
  4. Inside windows and tracks
  5. Cabinet interiors
  6. All baseboards
  7. Wall spot-cleaning
  8. Bathroom grout and silicone
  9. Garbage off-property at end of job
  10. Photo documentation of completed work

The damage-deposit guarantee

Reputable Alberta operators offer some form of deposit-back guarantee. The honest version: 'If the landlord deducts for cleaning, send us the deduction letter within 14 days and we'll either return to address the issues or refund the deduction amount.' Less honest versions promise 'full deposit back' with no real recourse mechanism. Ask exactly what 'guarantee' means at booking.

Further reading: Government of Alberta — Security deposit rules.

Frequently asked

More on this topic

Why does move-out cost more than a deep clean?
Move-out includes inside-oven, inside-fridge, inside-windows and post-cleaning photo documentation — each adds time. The total runs 5–7 hours vs 4–6 for a deep clean.
Do I need to be there at end of job?
Not required, but recommended for the final walk-through with us before key handover. We do photo documentation either way.
When should I schedule the clean?
The day before key handover is ideal — late enough that no further dirt accumulates, early enough that there's recovery time if something needs a second pass.
Is carpet shampoo included in move-out?
Not by default. Most Alberta leases require carpets be in 'reasonably clean' condition, which a thorough vacuum delivers. Shampooing is an add-on at roughly $0.30 per sq ft if specifically required by your lease.

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