End-of-tenancy cleaning: a room-by-room checklist
Clean after the home is empty so cupboards, corners and floors are accessible. Work from top to bottom in each room and check your lease for the agreed handover condition.
Kitchen
Defrost and wash the fridge and freezer, leaving doors open as appropriate. Clean the oven, trays, cooker hood and filter; cupboards and drawers inside and out; tiles, sink and taps.
Bathroom
Descale and clean the toilet, basin and shower. Check tiles and grout, clear drains, and clean mirrors, cupboards and the ventilation grille. Use methods suited to the materials rather than damaging a surface with an unsuitable product.
Every room and storage area
Dust skirting boards, doors, frames and switches; clean internal windows, sills and radiators; vacuum and wash suitable floors. Include storage, the balcony and any cellar room that forms part of the handover.
Before returning the keys
Walk through in daylight and photograph the rooms. Cleaning is one part of the handover, not a guarantee about the inspection outcome or deposit. If time is tight, obtain a clear quote for professional cleaning and confirm which tasks it covers.
Frequently asked questions
When should I clean?
After the property is empty, so you can reach all surfaces, cupboards and floors.
How clean does the property need to be?
Check your own lease and the arrangements with the landlord, then clean thoroughly room by room.
Does cleaning guarantee my deposit back?
No. Cleaning is only one part of the condition assessed at handover under the agreement and applicable rules.
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