Deep Cleaning my New Apartment | Do This BEFORE You Move In (Eco-Friendly)

[@madamepaka]

that garbage disposal trick was iconic and horrifying

[@RachelCJenkins]

Girl at this point the apartment building owes YOU a security deposit and cleaning fee 😭😭😭

[@abetweene]

immediately!

[@hellodannifay]

I know that’s right

[@marcycane1793]

RIGHT!!!!

[@confidentdevinefeminine5714]

It’s sad but whoever dose the cleaning at all apartments don’t know the meaning of clean fr

[@sheldon7575]

I just moved in to an apartment, yesterday actually. They charge a security deposit and cleaning fee. Before moving in we noticed that it was DISGUSTING and mold in a few places. We had the cleaning lady come back, it smelt like she cleaned but we saw absolutely no difference. It’s like she sprayed Lysol then left. Hence why I’m here 💀

[@Marisha_Motherhood]

I own a cleaning business! Move in / move out cleanings are so essential to making sure you’re living in a fresh, clean environment ❤

[@abetweene]

i wish my landlord hired u 😅

[@reeseb8520]

Girl, this is DNA removing level of cleaning! 😂 🙌🏼 The landlord should give you a credit for the work you put in! I appreciate all the tips and tools plus showing areas often overlooked. This was inspiring, relaxing and helpful.🙏🏻 PSA: many GE ovens have a steam clean feature. Just pour 1 cup of warm *distilled* water onto the bottom of the oven--it has its own built-in "tray" like yours and run the steam clean. It does a great job of loosening debris and all you have to do is wipe down the oven.

[@abetweene]

glad u enjoyed it 💕 thanks for the tip!!

[@annika2271]

Girllll part 2 please! I’m about to move and I’d love to have your full checklist before I go

[@abetweene]

u got it!

[@latmcb9863]

Great job - you cleaned places most people would never think of cleaning. Very motivating!!

[@abetweene]

Thank you!! 😊

[@twhyt]

Thank you for letting us know this all didn’t happen in one day. That’s very encouraging! 🥰

[@abetweene]

Youre very welcome!

[@EmorettaRobinson]

You had that dishwasher looking brand new! I've never seen anyone clean the dishwasher (and the garbage disposal as well) so thoroughly. It was so satisfying to watch. And I also feel validated because I clean things thoroughly like that. I'm aware that (hopefully) places hire someone to clean an apartment before a new resident moves in. But that doesn't mean that they do a good job. I found 3 size 2T tshirts and a pair of jeans when I moved my dryer so that I could clean behind it. So it doesn't hurt to be thorough in your cleaning.

[@abetweene]

thank you! as u should. there’s alot of gratification that comes with doing it yourself sometimes.

[@sixtwentysevenblog]

I know you're a cleaning queen, but the best thing I ever started doing was paying a local, woman-owned small business cleaning crew to go into my new spaces and give them a thorough deep clean. It was a game changer.

[@abetweene]

love that u support your local community. perhaps ill look into it for my next move.

[@donnajaemoon]

Excellent idea!

[@Daydreamerr13]

I like doing it myself because I need to see the dirt and see that I removed all the things etc I have sensory problems lmao

[@KO-D00M]

I have never in my life been aware of that garbage disposal tip with ice + hot water. I decided to give it a try this morning and was appalled at the amount of gunk that dislodged. Equally absolutely disgusting as it is deeply satisfying. Thanks so much for these tips and the effort you put into these videos!

[@abetweene]

Lol, right! disgusted that it exists, but lowkey rewarding

[@Nacidabruja]

I’m young & moving into my first apartment after living in hotels for the past 3 years and I came across this video . I needed this so bad I’m big on energy & cleansing & this cleaning routine will have me on the right track to do so & freely enjoy my new home 🥰 !!!

[@abetweene]

glad to hear you have a place to call yours now. im proud of u 💕

[@Nacidabruja]

@@abetweene thank you so much 🥹

[@tonyasanders9652]

Girlll you on a whole other level, I been livin Nasty moving into these apartments. NOT NO MOE!!!!!! You got me cleaning on a chill day.

[@GirlThatGamer]

This video was amazing!!!! It helped me understand there are more environmentally friendly ways to clean. I always have assumed they don't clean as well. I really enjoyed watching it WORK!! You make it look easy, but I know it takes a ton of energy. I would love more deep cleaning videos!!!

[@abetweene]

thank u so much!! 😊 glad u found it helpful. I’ll definitely do more 💕

[@lisahahn173]

I've never met anyone who would go to the trouble of cleaning their dishwasher to that extent! Especially in a rented house or apartment. You're a BEAST! That was inspirational and disgusting. 😉

[@ginay4662]

I used to manage apartments for years. I wouldn’t let an apartment get rented like this. However, I always did a walk-through with a checklist and went through with new residents moving in, because I wanted to make sure they were happy upon move-in. If they felt something wasn’t clean, I’d either clean it myself (if it was 1 or 2 things that would take me 20 minutes or less to complete) or get the cleaners to come back, if there were more items that the resident wasn’t happy with. Most of the time, the cleaners will come back for free, if the resident (or myself) is not happy with the cleanliness upon move in, at least with the companies I used. I would send the cleaners back with what needs to be redone. Apartment managers pay companies to come and clean, so please let your manager know if they need to come back. This helps out the manager and the management of the cleaning companies (or helps the housekeeping staff, if they have their own housekeepers). This helps the cleaners understand the expectations of the residents and management as well. I’ve managed properties in all different areas, but my standards were the same at new apartments and apartments that were built decades prior. Please communicate with your rental office, if the cleanliness is not to your standards. However, I did enjoy watching this video, thank you!

[@gigibeal]

as a person who was never taught anything abt anything by my parents (and also has adhd, so if they did "teach me" it wasn't enough for me not to forget it), this is already gonna come in *so* much help when i finally move out. idk how to adult yet, but ill find out on my own lol, n these vids rlly rlly help!

[@abetweene]

im sorry to hear that but know that you are absolutely capable. you can do anything! ♥️

[@gigibeal]

@@abetweene thank you so much

[@oliviascarlet123]

girl same. my mom is a slob and gave me horrible cleaning/hygiene habits. stuff like this helps so much.

[@erin8808]

Please part two. I’m moving next month and just got a Bissel steam shot in preparation. A full checklist would be phenomenal

[@abetweene]

i gotchu sis

[@1100crazypink]

I second all the comments saying how satisfying and educational your cleaning videos are. You should make a video talking about the cleaning products you use including the tools. I’d love to learn about more environmentally friendly and safer cleaning products.

[@StephsHealthMatters]

Who ever gets apartments AFTER you! 🎉🎉🎉 Blessings!!!!

[@sparklespeaks8643]

Scrolling through my recommended videos and I just know my phone be in my business. 😭😭 I’m getting ready to move and I was planning on wiping everything down, cleaning the carpets, and steam moping the floors. It’s ESSENTIAL AND NECESSARY to do this beforehand, because you definitely showed how unclean clean can look and be.

[@ThoughtfulMike]

0:35 Fun fact: You can actually take off the oven door without unscrewing anything. Just put back the silver latches on either side and the oven door lifts right off.

[@IntroducingEmy]

I could watch you clean all day. ✨

[@abetweene]

😊

[@lils6407]

People should do this more often... if at all, because I know people who certainly don't check, ever. Thanks for a great informative and calming video, as always! Also: the loofa. Yes! My granmother and her mother used it in the kitchen, it was super cheap and effective.

[@rae9882]

Girl you are a godsend!! I literally just watched another video that was a move in clean like this. And I was lie this is cool, like good cleaning and tips etc but it was A TON of products and mostly Clorox. I was like dang I need an eco friendly, mostly non toxic cleaning person to watch and learn from. Literally was starting to fold laundry and decided to play something. I was scrolling on KZbin under the move in clean search and came across yours. I don't know what drew me to your video but it definitely didn't have eco friendly clean plastered on it. But anyway I started watching it and literally subscribing, ai swear by Dr. Bronners and I love that you point out what we can use like loofah(never thought to consider compressed loofah as a sponge alternative). Or that fact you use mostly soap, specifically dr.bronners and vinegar and baking soda. Of course there are other products you use but nothing harsh and extreme! Absolutely captivated and ready to learn to clean on this level.

[@abetweene]

glad i could help 🤗 yesss, i swear by Dr. Bronners cause when u know, u know! Now im thinking i should add eco friendly to the title 🤔 Lol

[@iliana7646]

Do I need to clean? Yes. Will I watch someone else clean as “inspiration” despite needing to clean? Yes

[@abetweene]

every time!

[@robdavis77]

My favorite person is back!!!!!!!

[@ptt218]

Part 2 please ! This was soooo satisfying! Took me back to when we moved into this house three years ago….it was (somewhat) visually clean but in reality sooo deep down filthy 😵‍💫. I cleaned and cleaned but we have since replaced literally everything but the washer and dryer.

[@abetweene]

part 2 coming soon! glad u were able to replace almost all of it. that musta been a big relief

[@RondaSmith144Empress]

Congrats on your new place A 🥰🥰🎉 and I'm here for the tips but especially the calm and soothing that cleaning brings👌👌😊. Kudos for the list too 🤗.

[@abetweene]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@Pandamomentum]

the screwdriver truck! I’ve never used citric acid for cleaning but I’m going to have to get some, that shine is great

[@abetweene]

u wont regret it 😏

[@bamzbeauty]

giving us satisfying cleaning clips AND educating us?? girl this video is god sent!! thank you so so much for this!!

[@sincerelyZaYahairaa]

now this is a deep clean that’s what i’m talking about👏🏽

[@haileyoswalt]

I loved how well you explained everything. I was never taught how to clean things with natural products so I have definitely been using things wrong. MUCH LOVE!!

[@abetweene]

youre very welcome!

[@sunandgrapes]

When you were pulling stuff out of your dishwasher that looked like hair, I was so grossed out but couldn't look away😵‍💫! Definitely inspired to do a deep clean of my rental!

[@stephanieblanco7055]

Fuego. This reminds me of the time before kids when I used to clean my toilets with Q-tips. Now, I go by progress (my mom used to always say "at least it's better than how it was"). I am enlightened: you use straight EO, among other products and methods that I've wanted and haven't gotten into (steam cleaning being one of them). A zero waste blogger gave me many ideas for this.

[@lizylize9866]

Please let us know how to clean, sanitize, and reuse the cleaning clothes 🙏🏽. Love, love, love the content you put out 🙏🏽

[@abetweene]

Will do!!

[@Londya]

That’s the cleanest dirty water I ever seen lol (after cleaning the oven). Thank you for doing this video. Some of us need this help and didn’t get it at home.

[@abetweene]

oh thay was just the final rinse from the citric acid & water. i didnt show the dirty soap water lol. happy to help 💕

[@gailp5892]

I love your cleaning videos! You make cleaning look so elegant 😎 But when you took that dishwasher apart to clean it I thought, holy schnikes, I would never remember how to put it back together 😂 Also, my washing machine has a self cleaning cycle that notifies me every 40 cycles to do it. It super heats the water and takes 4 hours to run so I do it at bedtime. It keeps that funky smell from developing. 🤠

[@abetweene]

was like good thing infilmed me taking it apart just in case i forgot 😂 An appliance thatll remind me to do stuff? sign me up!

[@vanessatran2474]

love this! thinking about moving out from my family home soon and this is super helpful

[@abetweene]

Good luck!!

[@Mardevscience]

I am SO glad I found you. I am moving into a co-op in a month. The same woman lived in it for 30 years. I can’t afford to renovate the bathroom yet and I am so skeeved out. I need to DEEEEEP clean!!!

[@abetweene]

30 years?! May your hands be blessed and fridge full of energy drinks 👍

[@chrishart-williams6432]

Love this!! Finally finished deep cleaning both bathrooms in my new place, prior to viewing this. I appreciate the guides in how to tackle so much more 💯✨

[@uniworkhorse]

Didn't realize how much I like cleaning content until recently - certainly makes it easier when doing so and this is a great example for future tenants everywhere. NICE

[@CS-os5pt]

I love this…. I was not taught much about cleaning growing up… so this is lifesaving thank you❤❤❤❤❤

[@abetweene]

yw! ♥️

[@rizubear]

i'm about to move into my new apartment at the end of this month, so i'm really glad i came across your video!

[@abetweene]

congrats! hope this helps

[@lolamalu]

Loved this video! I’m definitely buying citric acid. I already use vinegar in my cleaning routine and it is very effective. You are the boss in cleaning!😊

[@abetweene]

youre gonna love it 😉

[@santosteffano]

the way the things you do just make sense

[@santosteffano]

the way dirt just gets everywhere is insane

[@barbarapatino5458]

Giiiiirl, between your amazing personality and the peace that gives me the cleaning, I am obsessed

[@abetweene]

youre so sweet, thank u 🥹

[@frank-the-tank75]

I love taking an extra adderall and getting really into cleaning. My apartment is spotless and I try to keep it that way. Guests must take shoes off before walking into the threshold of the front door, vacuum every 3 days, etc

[@amaNanaama]

I’ve been loving this cleaning series! Thank you for making the videos

[@abetweene]

Glad you liked it 💕

[@valenciaphillips1684]

❤Please continue with a part 2! You cleaned things I would’ve never thought of.

[@alexlee8318]

Would you make a video on how you do laundry? We also use all natural products in our home and I haven’t found a good way of removing stains, and even your cleaning rags look new! ❤ Congrats on the new place

[@abetweene]

Will do!! and thank u 💕

[@apinder53]

We were so blessed to move into a newly remodeled apt so we got to rip new plastic but this is my least favorite adulting task. This is a good video for spring cleaning as well.

[@abetweene]

congrats!

[@wingedmist2]

Please continue!! You gave so many great tips. I'm inspired to re-clean my home with this deep cleaning process!

[@abetweene]

Will do!

[@tofu1964]

moving into an appartment soon so already using some of these!! ty so much

[@abetweene]

you’re very welcome!

[@alskarmode]

I just found this video and it's perfect timing! I'm moving in 3 weeks so I appreciate you!

[@abetweene]

congrats!

[@C1nderfire]

Omg this was so satisfying! I really want that steamer. And the soap. And the oil. And the sponges. And the rags! Omgaaaawd❤

[@coreygraft799]

Great content, Thanks! Such a calming voice to talk us through cleaning ALL THE THINGS! 🤣🫧

[@abetweene]

yw! 💕

[@AlignedLibra]

Please continue! I love the cleaning videos.

[@abetweene]

Will do!!

[@kaylinauls2189]

More pleaseeee🤤❤️This is the content I didn’t know I needed fr! You did that girl👏🏾

[@NikitaBx2]

Please do part 2. You inspired me to deep cleaning my house!

[@abetweene]

Coming soon!

[@vic82ism]

love your cleaning skills

[@abetweene]

Thanks

[@iint0xiicat3dL0v3]

i love these videos! they’re so relaxing

[@mirandaf6186]

Please please make a part two!

[@abetweene]

coming soon!

[@skiterbite]

The efforts you and your team put into your 'collective wisdom' is awesome and sure, one time go-around is quick in editing post video to consumer consumption....great messaging, ps baked-on factory enamel can come off bc most off-shore manufacturers are told to make p/obsolenses when in fact, the American consumer wants too pay more for better quality. Always questioning quality over quantity.

[@kejean12]

I'm moving in three weeks. I am dreading the big clean at both places. Your landlord should give you a cleaning credit - it should not have been that dirty!

[@abetweene]

had i been able to address it sooner, probably but its too late now unfortunately.

[@mindyho2955]

Thank you so much for making this video!! I'm moving into my first apartment soon and this is a super helpful checklist :) I'm so motivated to clean up my parents house before I leave. Ur awesome

[@abetweene]

youre so welcome! good luck ♥️

[@maryross7633]

Part 2 please!!! You actually got me so hyped to clean 😂

[@tlhommedieu]

literally moving in monday to my first apartment. you just answered all my questions

[@abetweene]

congratulations! Did u get your keys yet?

[@beeboydraws9655]

Hoping to secure my first apartment on Monday!! Will keep this saved for then

[@abetweene]

good luck🤞

[@blkbeauti05]

Moving to Dallas from Brooklyn, my sister viewed the place for me on FaceTime. I am shipping my things down, my sister will clean the place for me. However, I will arrive prior to my things. I will certainly make sure I check everything like dish washer, washer and dryer etc. I'm so ridiculous, I know I'll have to clean it for myself.

[@maryblairpultz5988]

I love that you are so eco-friendly, keep doing great!

[@kenneeh1513]

I think cleaning videos are becoming my new asmr 😊 I have a question though for things you used vinegar for could you use citric acid instead? Are they interchangeable or only for certain things you clean?

[@abetweene]

yes, they’re interchangeable 👍

[@cindyd.01]

So many great tips and hacks, thank you! Moving in about a week and a half. 😊

[@abetweene]

thanks! good luck with the move

[@lucascrafes5580]

your voice is so soothing i can listen to you all day long ong

[@abetweene]

aww thanks 😊

[@mizfithippie]

Thank you for this, I’m moving to NY and I low key don’t trust they way apartments clean! I will be deep cleaning before I sage 😊❤

[@abetweene]

congrats on the move!

[@SuzanneIYN]

The previous tenants of my current apartment left this place immaculate. The only issue was that when they filled in the holes and painted them, it was the wrong shade of white and the landlord never repainted (that’s the landlord’s fault) But I was surprised when I went to clean the oven’s vents and they were spotless. Same thing with the oven, bathtub, dishwasher, fridge, and cabinets. She wanted that security deposit back 😂

[@abetweene]

Lol, a blessing to you and her bank acct!

[@thenikkilorraine]

love this! I’m moving soon and definitely picked up some useful tips here. absolutely purchasing that ✨magical✨ steamer. thanks for sharing! 🩷

[@abetweene]

congrats on the move! Glad this was helpful 💕

[@rj4356]

Oh lawd! What the heck was in that dryer vent? And were those gnats in the microwave vent? They should be paying you to clean all those units. You have those appliances sparkling like new❣️ Go mama🥰

[@abetweene]

no gnats but that dryer was very much disgusting. ty!

[@ladieessence]

I loved how you cleaned your oven. I have to make a note of this.

[@abetweene]

thanks!

[@coolworldbyrv]

this was so satisfying to watch wow

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

I am about to move next month and although I consider myself an excellent housekeeper, I never thought to do some of that stuff.

[@AmorLux]

That is the CLEANEST oven I've ever seen 😊

[@abetweene]

thanks 😊

[@robdavis77]

Incredible content

[@stephanieblanco7055]

Do you know there's linen sponges/dish cloths? I use walnut shelled ones for now. I have chainmail for my cast iron. I make disinfecting wipes from a doTERRA recipe (1/4 c rubbing alcohol, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 cup slightly boiled water, 5 drops each of lemon and lavender oils, plus paper towels).

[@abetweene]

i may need to invest in some chainmail 🤔 i get tired of scrubbing the unpolarized oil😩

[@emilong1004]

I just moved and my place needs HELP youre a life saver 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@abetweene]

good luck! ♥️

[@aomakki]

Im not moving out or anything, i just enjoy cleaning videos and tips

[@_caram_]

I love watching others clean like I do. ☺️

[@biancalucia8388]

I wish I knew how to do take things apart like that! I always know that I could clean better. The microwave has so many small holes with grease and dust! It makes me crazy

[@fariahmahmood2161]

i move into my first big girl apartment in a few weeks. thank you for making this, it's really really helpful :)

[@abetweene]

You're so welcome! congrats on the apt 💕

[@stephanieblanco7055]

I'm moving into a small house that had roaches and pet waste masked by toxic cleaners, and a fresh coating of paint to hide the filth. I want to throw all the essential oils and citric acid at it as much as I can. I'm not sure how to properly treat hardwood flooring. That's going to be interesting to clean my current house for the next tenant and the new one that needs a lot of TLC.

[@abetweene]

good luck with the move. it sounds like a lotta work but you also sound very prepared. i havent tried it yet but hear linseed soap is good on hardwood.

[@AmosAmerica]

Wow! Amazing job. Thanks for all the great tips!

[@abetweene]

thanks!

[@kavi212]

Watching this because I’m moving out and thought about cleaning it myself because I love cleaning but now I’m wondering if I should just hire someone 😂 after the movers I just don’t have the time for all this. Kinda wish I did though ❤

[@abetweene]

I overlapped my leases so Id have ample time to clean (even though it didnt work out lol) if theres no gap between your end and start dates, definitely hire a professional. Dont stress yourself out

[@clairbear1234]

This is impressive, your cleaning stuff I didn’t even know existed

[@abetweene]

thanks!

[@MsN0ire]

this was so sooothing to watch! 💆🏿🙌🏿

[@Realmichaelctv]

Ma’am thank you for this I’m moving into an apartment in a few weeks this is my guide 🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@abetweene]

you’re welcome!

[@susanharkema2888]

Hands down...I want to live in a place AFTER you have! #cleaningGOALS

[@sarahcooper6335]

So satisfying. I am subscribing so I don't miss the part 2 because this is inspirational!

[@dch3934]

love this!!! thanks for the reminder that it doesn't have to all be done in one day because sometimesssss☺️🙄😮‍💨also which essential oil did you use-i have a mini army of them but find tea tree oil, lavender and lemon are the ones I use for some cleaning jobs😊

[@abetweene]

i simply cannot comprehend how some people can clean every room in their house consecutively in a single day 😶 i used lemon essential oil cause im a citrus ho 😂

[@Jadeinan]

Yay! This is a god send! My new rule book ❤ thanks for your videos!! 🙏☺️

[@abetweene]

my pleasure!

[@dominospikza]

love the longer videos. thank you!!

[@abetweene]

yw!

[@Martina_E]

Yes Perfect because I’m getting ready to move! It’s a new build imma still clean tho aye 😊

[@abetweene]

congratulations!