End of Lease Cleaning

If you’re in the midst of moving, you know how stressful and time consuming it can be. The end of lease cleaning is often the last thing on your mind. However, it is important to leave the home clean, particularly if you’re a tenant so that you can have your bond returned in its entirety.

In this latest blog we are sharing with you our End of Lease Cleaning Checklist so that you can work your way through each area of the home. It’s no secret, dust, dirt and grime builds up over time in corners, hard to get to areas and under furniture that is often too difficult or heavy to move so the cleaning is best done when the home has been vacated.

Hallway
 Clean walls, floors and skirting boards
 Remove any nails and hooks from walls (repair and repaint if required)
 Remove any cobwebs
 Check light-fittings and replace any light bulbs not working

Living Room
 Empty all cupboards and wipe down shelves
 Clean walls and floors, removing any nails and hooks from walls (repair and repaint if required)
 Clean window ledges and windows (both inside and outside)
 Clear sliding door tracks and ensure doors are cleaned inside and out
 Ensure curtains or blinds have been cleaned and are in working order
 Remove any cobwebs in corners, wipe down skirting boards
 Check light-fittings and replace any bulbs not working
 Dust ceiling fans and heating/cooling outlets

Bedrooms
 Empty all cupboards and wipe down shelves
 Clean walls, remove any nails and hooks from walls (repair and repaint if required)
 Clean window ledges and windows (both inside and outside)
 Ensure curtains or blinds have been cleaned and are in working order
 Vacuum and steam clean carpets, remove any stains if required
 Remove any cobwebs and wipe down skirting boards
 Check light-fittings and replace any bulbs not working
 Dust ceiling fans and heating/cooling outlets

Kitchen
 Empty all cupboards and wipe down shelves and cupboard doors
 Wipe down splashback, remove grease and grime
 Clean cooktop, removing any stains and build up of grease and grime
 Clean the oven including oven walls, oven racks and baking trays
 Clean the rangehood, including filters and ensure it’s in working order (including light)
 Disinfect sink, taps and plugs, ensure no blocked drains
 Clean dishwasher and wipe down door, ensure working properly
 Wipe down benchtops and cupboard doors
 Clean walls and floors, particularly where the fridge was placed
 Clean window ledges and windows (both inside and outside)

Bathrooms
 Clear and clean all shelves and drawers
 Remove any mould from tiles, grout, walls and ceiling
 Clean vanity, bath, shower and shower screen
 Polish and clean taps and showerhead
 Wipe down benchtop and cupboard doors
 Polish mirror, clean windows and window sills
 Dust ceiling fan and ensure it’s in working order
 Disinfect and clean toilet and toilet seat

Laundry
 Clear and clean all shelves and drawers
 Wipe down splashback, benchtop and cupboard doors
 Remove mould from tiles, grout, walls
 Disinfect and clean laundry trough
 Clean laundry door (inside and outside)

Outdoor Areas
 Clear and clean the porch, verandah or alfresco
 Remove cobwebs from exterior walls, windows and eaves
 Mow lawns, pull weeds and ensure garden has been maintained
 Sweep path and/or driveway and garage including garage door
 Replace any broken outdoor light bulbs and check they are working
 If you have pets ensure any pet droppings have been collected and cleaned
 Remove any rubbish, kids toys and pet toys from front and back yard areas.

We hope our End of Lease Cleaning Checklist helps you work your way through to a clean home and always remember to use natural cleaning products to protect yourself and the environment. If you’d like to read our 10 Natural Home Cleaning Hacks article, click here. To make cleaning easier we suggest carrying all your cleaning supplied in a portable holder (such as a bucket or tub) to make it easier to move them from room to room.

If you’re finding it difficult to find the time for your end of lease clean, the team at Bliss Home Care Services can get it sorted for you. Our attention to detail will ensure that the property is in immaculate condition. Enquire now about our end of lease cleaning services. Email us or call us on 03 9383 1363.