Service Overview

End of lease cleaning, also known as bond cleaning or move-out cleaning, is a thorough cleaning service performed when a tenant is moving out of a rented property and needs to leave the premises in a clean and tidy condition as stipulated in the lease agreement. The primary goal of end of lease cleaning is to ensure that the property is returned to its original state, ready for the next tenant to move in.

Here’s what end of lease cleaning typically involves:

  • General Cleaning: Cleaning all rooms and areas of the property, including bedrooms, living areas, kitchen, bathrooms, and any additional spaces like laundry rooms or garages.
  • Kitchen Cleaning: Deep cleaning of kitchen appliances (oven, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher), countertops, cabinets, sinks, and floors. Removing grease, stains, and food residue is essential.
  • Bathroom Cleaning: Thorough cleaning of toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, tiles, mirrors, and any other fixtures. Removing soap scum, mold, and mildew is crucial.
  • Floor Care: Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, or steam cleaning all floors, including carpets, tiles, hardwood, or laminate flooring. Stain removal and polishing may also be necessary.
  • Window Cleaning: Washing windows from the inside and outside (if accessible) to ensure they are clean and streak-free.
  • Wall Cleaning: Removing marks, scuffs, and stains from walls, baseboards, and doors.
  • Light Fixtures and Fittings: Dusting and cleaning light fixtures, ceiling fans, switches, and fittings.
  • Blind and Curtain Cleaning: Dusting or vacuuming blinds and cleaning curtains if necessary.
  • Exterior Cleaning: Sweeping outdoor areas, such as balconies, patios, or entryways, and removing any trash or debris.
  • Garbage Removal: Emptying all trash bins and disposing of any remaining garbage.

End of lease cleaning is often a requirement outlined in the lease agreement, and landlords or property managers may conduct inspections to ensure that the property meets certain cleanliness standards before returning the tenant’s security deposit (bond). Hiring professional cleaners experienced in end of lease cleaning can help tenants ensure that they meet these requirements and avoid any disputes over the condition of the property upon move-out.