End of Lease Cleaning Checklist

Things You Should Care About before You Start

• Take out the items inside the house.


• To have evidence, take clear photographs of every room.


• Prepare cleaning materials: mop, vacuum, spray, cloths, and gloves.


• Ensure that you look through your lease regarding cleaning requirements.

End of Lease Cleaning Supplies Checklist

Turn this project over and make sure that you can do it with the right tools:

• Multi-surface cleaner


• Disinfectant spray


• Baking Soda and white vinegar


• Microfiber cloths, sundries & sponges


• Mop n bucket


• Hose-attachable vacuum cleaner


• Window cleaner


• Scrubbing brush


• Garbage bags


• Magic erasers (checkers)


• Toilet scrub and brush


• Gloves and masks

Complete Bond Cleaning Checklist

General Cleaning (Every room)

• Use dust and wipe to clean up light fixtures and ceiling fans.


• Remove dirty cobwebs on the ceiling and corners.


• Clean windows, windowsills, and tires.


• All floors and carpets should be vacuumed and mopped.


• Clean walls, doors, and skirtings.


• Wipe the power outlet and wash the lights.


• Take hooks, nails, and patch holes as necessary.


• Install new light bulbs where the old light bulbs burned out.

Kitchen

• Clear all cabinets and drawers, and then vacuum them.


• Clean counters and backsplashes.


• Wipe the outer and inner parts of the fridge.


• Thaw a freezer and leave all shelves on the air.


• Wash oven, top range, knobs, and shelves.


• Wash off the rangehood and change the filter in case necessary.


• Clean off the microwave, dishwasher, and every small appliance.


• Wash sink, faucet, and garbage disposal.


• Clean behind and in appliances and mop the floor.

Bathroom

• Clean the toilet basin, lid, and rim.


• Shiny shower walls, tiles, and glass doors.


• Get rid of soap residues and fungus on grout.


• Clean mirrors and sink, and vanity.


• Dump and scrub out any drawers and cabinets.


• Have handles, taps, and towel racks disinfected.


• Sweep and clean the floors, and clean the exhaust fans.

Sleeping rooms & Living areas

• Mirrors without dust and built-in wardrobes with dust.


• Clean carpets with a vacuum cleaner and wipe furniture.


• Leave under furniture clean as well as behind the furniture.


• Verify and cleanse air vents and obtain a heating grill.


• Clean sliding doors, tracks, and windows.

Laundry Area

• Clean up the washer and the dryer.


• Get rid of lint in the dryer vent and filters.


• Wash sinks, taps, as well as any shelves of storage.


• Mop and sweep the washing floor.

Garage, Basement, and Storage

• Take away all the tools, bins, and stored objects.


• Clear out the garage or the store room.


• Clean any shelving or built-in storage.


• Get rid of hazards as necessary.

Exterior spaces (In case of need)

• Clean patios, porches, and walks.


• Hurt the grass, cut and straighten the sides.


• Cultivate weeds in garden beds and clean up.


• Clean and free-standing outdoor containers.

Additional Cleaning Zones

The tasks are only applicable in case your house possesses such characteristics.

Balcony/ Deck

• Clean and clear cobwebs, dirt, and leaves.


• Shape railings and any light fittings, clean.


• Clean outdoor furniture, where it is left.

Fireplace

• Take off the ashes and debris from the fireplace.


• The grate, the hearth, and the glass door (where there may be one) are to be cleaned.


• Make sure that the flu is clear in case it has just been used.

Attic /Loft

• Dispose of all stored or garbage items.


• Clear a floor with a sweep or a vacuum.


• Clean with a cloth any shelves or light fittings.

Most Commonly Missed Spots In Bond Cleaning

These are the areas that are not given so much care, but may result in deductions from deposits.

• Fridge, stove, and other appliances


• Window sills and sliding door casings


• Light fittings with bugs or dust in them


• Glass shades


• Ceiling Fan Blades


• Towel rods and Shower curtain rods


• Heater vents and the filters to the air conditioner.

Checking After The Cleaning

These final checks need to be done before giving away the keys:

• Do a walk-through of each room to make certain that nothing is inadvertently left behind.


• Ensure all cleaning activities are carried out well.


• Make a final check of the appliances, lights, fans, and outlets.


• Open windows so that the house can cool.


• Make final photos of every room cleaned at the time.

The Schedule of Moving Day Cleaning

Day before move-out:

• Wash the kitchen and the bathrooms thoroughly.


• Cleaning of windows and sills, including door frames.


• Clean up walls and paint new scuffs.


• Have carpets cleaned or clean those clean.

Moving Day:

• Furniture should be taken out and each room, which will be empty, and swept or vacuumed.


• Wipe off all floors and surfaces.


• Take final photos as everything is done.


• Give keys and other access to the landlord.

Easy Cheap Hacks for the Clean

To take an inspection and clean, you do not need fancy devices. The following are cost-saving bond cleaning tricks:

• Use lemon juice to clean water stains, fridge marks, and odours


• Mange carpet and tile grout deodorising using baking soda


• Clean tight spaces and tap fixtures using old toothbrushes


• Use dryer sheets to wipe out the dust on the skirting boards and the blinds


• To clean up the scuffs on the walls, there are magic erasers.

Add-On Bond Cleaning Tasks for Pet Owners

To avoid deductions, do these additional cleaning activities, especially when you have pets within the house:

• Clean carpets by steam cleaning so the pet dander and odours are eliminated


• Freshen up the room with baking soda or air neutralisers


• Prune fur from baseboards, vents, and furniture sides


• Remove pet urine from the yard or patio


• See whether there are scratched walls or doors, and repaint them

Dealing with Stubborn Problems

• Oven grime: Apply a paste of baking soda and vinegar and leave it overnight, and then clean with a paste.


• Hard water stains: Spray on and scrub with a cloth or a sponge using white vinegar.


• Cabinet grease: Dish soap and warm water or citrus-based cleaner.


• Wall rubs: A magic eraser can be used to remove surface marks on the wall without causing damage to any paint.


• Mould or mildew: Spray small portions of bleach solution and ensure that it is well ventilated.

Is It Worth Hiring A Professional Cleaner?

Yes, if:

• You are in a hurry to move


• Your lease involves professional cleaning


• It is a large home or a home with a lot of carpets


• You are a pet owner and require complete deodorising


• You would like to ensure you get the bond return with evidence of service

What can happen:

• Pricing typically starts at $150–$350 for apartments


• Larger homes may cost $400+, depending on size and condition


• You should always demand that the landlord give you a receipt as proof.

Utilization of Professionals

When you do not have time or you would like to be more sure:

• Get a reliable end-of-lease clean-up provider in your location.


• Hopefully, they will provide a bond-back guarantee.

Tips to Use during Move-Out Inspection

• Make a walk-through with the checklist


• Take before and after dated photos of all the rooms


• Provide invoices for professional services


• Where an opportunity is available, request a signed copy of the move-out report


• Turn in all keys, garage openers, mail keys, and passes in one go

Preparing a Bond Cleaning Calendar

5-7 Days Before the Move

• De-clutter all the rooms


• Put away old stuff or sell and donate it


• Take books and seasonal clothes away

3 Days Before Move

• Odor-free bathrooms


• Clear and clean cupboards


• Target kitchen appliances


• Deep clean kitchen appliances

2 Days Before the move

• Polish floors and wash windows


• To wash the carpet, use steam (in case you do it yourself)


• Grout and scrub the shower

Final Day

• Clean the surfaces


• Vacuum the last vacuuming


• Empty bins and take the last photo

Prepare all the Documentation

• Receipts (especially of cars, pest control, or professional cleaning)


• Photographic verification of all rooms once the cleaning has taken place (wide and close-up shots)


• Returned items list (e.g., keys, garage remotes, access cards, keys to the mail)


• Inventory checklist (in case the property was furnished)

Last Minute Actions (Optional)

Such small final touches may create a decent image:

• Install new lightbulbs in case some of them are not present


• Freshen up the house so that it will smell good


• Clean the front door immaculately


• In case the next occupant has any appliance manuals or a welcome letter, leave such notes for the next tenant.

Such gestures may not be necessary, but they usually go a long way in sorting out the borderline matters.