Move-Out Cleaning Case Study – 2-Bedroom Condo on Pearson Way, Richmond

This case study features a 2-bedroom, 2-bath riverfront condo on Pearson Way in Richmond, BC. The owner was moving out and wanted the unit to look as close as possible to a brand-new show suite for the final inspection and photos.

For scope and pricing details, see:

• Move-Out Cleaning in Richmond

• Move-Out Cleaning in Metro Vancouver (main service page)

Our team followed the same checklist we use across Metro Vancouver, including full kitchen detailing, appliance interiors, bathroom cleaning, and floor care.

Riverfront Living Room & Balcony

Pearson Way Richmond condo living room after move-out cleaning, with clean hardwood floors and river view windows.

The living room is the hero space of this Pearson Way condo, with floor-to-ceiling windows wrapping around the corner and framing the Fraser River and North Shore mountains. After the movers left, the room had light dust on the floors and window ledges, plus footprints from the balcony access.

We:

• Vacuumed and damp-mopped the hardwood floors right up to the baseboards

• Wiped the patio door tracks and inside glass panels

• Dust-wiped outlets, trims and the window sill ledge

• Checked corners and edges so the room looked clean from every angle

This makes a huge difference when agents, landlords or buyers walk in—the first impression is bright views and clean floors, not dust or marks from moving day.

Open-Plan Kitchen & Dining Area

Pearson Way kitchen with quartz island and appliances cleaned for the end of tenancy.

The kitchen and living area share one open space, so any grease or dust in the kitchen instantly affects how the whole condo feels. Here, the cabinets were in good condition but needed a proper reset after tenancy: light fingerprints on doors, some crumbs in open shelving, and normal cooking film on counters and backsplash.

Our move-out cleaning scope included:

• Wiping all cabinet fronts, handles and open shelves

• Cleaning the quartz island and perimeter counters

• Degreasing the backsplash and outlets

• Vacuuming and mopping the hardwood around the island and entry

From a distance, the space now reads as a neutral, inspection-ready great room—ideal for both inspections and listing photos.

Fridge Interior – From “Empty” to Hygienic

Fridge before cleaning, with visible crumbs left in the lower compartment.

Fridge interior cleaned and cleared, matching Richmond condo move-out expectations.

At first glance, the fridge looked empty, but inside the lower compartment there were visible crumbs and fine debris left behind. This is a common issue in move-outs: tenants clear food but don’t fully clean the interior, and those last crumbs are exactly what landlords notice.

We:

• Removed drawers and glass shelves

• Vacuumed crumbs and debris from seams and tracks

• Washed the removable pieces in warm detergent solution

• Wiped and dried the inside walls, seals and door surfaces

• Reassembled everything so the interior looked bright and clear

Before & after photos show how much cleaner the fridge becomes when it’s fully stripped and detailed—not just “emptied out.”

Quartz Counter Corner – Eliminating Ring Marks

Quartz corner before cleaning, showing drink rings and dust under the cabinet light.

After cleaning, the quartz corner looks smooth and neutral for the next resident.

Under the strong under-cabinet lighting, the corner section of the quartz countertop showed a clear drink ring and light staining, along with fine dust near the backsplash seam. On photos and during inspections, these marks make the surface feel “used” rather than refreshed.

Our team:

• Used an appropriate cleaner for quartz surfaces

• Broke down the ring mark without scratching the finish

• Wiped the corner section, backsplash edge and outlet area

• Finished with a streak-free dry buff so the light reflected evenly

After cleaning, the counter looks like a blank canvas again—perfect for new occupants.

Gas Cooktop – Stainless Steel Reset

Cooktop before service, with burnt-on residue and a dull stainless surface.

Cooktop restored, with burners and stainless steel cleaned for an inspection-ready kitchen.

The stainless-steel gas cooktop had accumulated burnt-on residue around the burners, a dull grease film across the surface, and dust around the control knobs. This is one of the most closely inspected items in any move-out, especially in higher-end condos like this one.

We:

• Removed burner caps and grates to expose the full surface

• Applied degreaser and gently scrubbed off the burnt spots

• Detailed around igniters and knobs, where grime tends to collect

• Reassembled the cooktop and polished the stainless steel to an even sheen

The after image shows a cooktop that looks ready for a handover or listing photo—no streaks, no residue, and clean lines around each burner.

Bathrooms – Detailed from Vanity to Floor

Main bathroom vanity and toilet cleaned so the space feels like a fresh new suite.

This Pearson Way condo has two modern bathrooms with tiled floors, wall-mounted vanities and full-size tubs. For move-out standards, every fixture needed to look freshly reset:

Wide bathroom view, with tub, vanity and toilet all cleaned and ready for handover.

Top-down bathroom angle showing clean tile lines and a spotless toilet base.

Side view of tub and toilet with tile and fixtures cleaned for move-out.

• Scrubbing tubs and tile surrounds to remove soap film

• Deep cleaning toilets (bowl, seat, hinges, base and surrounding floor)

• Polishing vanity tops, sinks and faucets to a streak-free finish

• Cleaning mirrors and medicine cabinet faces, including the light strips

• Mopping all tiled floors, paying attention to edges and grout lines

The gallery from different angles shows that the entire bathroom is consistent—no missed corners, streaky mirrors or dusty tile edges.

Floors & Finishing Touches

Hardwood floors and baseboards cleaned and mopped, ready for the final walkthrough.

Across the bedrooms and hallway, the engineered hardwood needed a full refresh after moving furniture and boxes. Low-angle photos capture the results better than a standard eye-level shot.

We:

• Vacuumed all floors carefully, including along baseboards and in corners

• Checked for small debris left from packing and moving

• Damp-mopped the surfaces to lift fine dust and leave a consistent finish

• Wiped baseboards and lower wall scuffs where needed

The final result is a continuous, clean floor line from room to room that makes the entire condo feel lighter and better maintained.

Why This Level of Detail Matters in Richmond Move-Outs

Riverfront developments like Pearson Way attract buyers and tenants who expect homes to feel as fresh as a show suite. At the same time, BC Residential Tenancy rules and strata standards mean that:

• Dirty appliances and bathrooms can trigger cleaning charges

• Missed crumbs, ring marks or grease are easy for landlords to document

• A professional, well-documented clean helps avoid disputes and supports full deposit return

By following our Metro Vancouver move-out cleaning checklist and documenting results with before-and-after photos, we help owners and tenants hand back keys with confidence.

Ready to book your Richmond move-out cleaning?

If you’re moving out of a condo on Pearson Way, near the Olympic Oval, or anywhere in Richmond, we can follow the same detailed checklist used in this project and get your home inspection-ready.

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