General Cleaning (All Rooms)
- Walls and Ceilings: Wash all walls and ceilings. Remove all marks, smudges, and cobwebs.
- Floors: Vacuum and mop hard floors—professionally clean carpets (if required).
- Windows: Clean glass, tracks, and frames (inside and outside where accessible).
- Doors: Wipe down all doors, including handles and frames.
- Skirting Boards and Cornices: Dust and clean thoroughly.
- Light Fittings: Clean dust and bugs from inside and outside light fittings. Replace any light bulbs that are no longer working.
- Power Points and Light Switches: Wipe down all switches and outlets.
- Blinds and Curtains: Clean blinds and wash curtains or have them dry-cleaned – if recommended on labels.
- Cupboards and Drawers: Clean inside and outside of all cupboards, shelves, and drawers.
Kitchen
- Oven and Stovetop: Clean oven, stovetop, range hood, and exhaust fan thoroughly (remove grease and residue).
- Sink and Taps: Clean and polish.
- Benches and Splashbacks: Wipe down and remove any stains or marks.
- Cupboards and Drawers: Empty, clean inside and out.
- Refrigerator Space: Clean and remove any debris if appliances are included.
- Dishwasher (if applicable): Clean inside and out, including filters.
Bathrooms
- Toilet: Scrub and disinfect, including the cistern and behind the toilet.
- Shower and Bath: Clean and remove all soap scum, mildew, and marks from tiles, grout, glass, and taps.
- Sink and Taps: Clean and polish.
- Mirrors: Wipe down and polish.
- Exhaust Fans and Vents: Dust and clean thoroughly.
- Cupboards/Vanities: Clean inside and out.
Laundry
- Sink and Taps: Clean and remove any stains.
- Washing Machine/Dryer (if applicable): Clean inside and out.
- Cupboards and Shelves: Wipe down inside and out.
Outdoors (if applicable)
- Lawns and Gardens: Mow lawns, trim edges, weed garden beds.
- Paths, Driveways, and Garages: Sweep and clean any oil stains or debris.
- Bins: Empty, clean, and return to the proper location.
- Balconies/Decks/Patios: Sweep and mop.
- Pool: To be cleaned to the same standard as it was when you moved in.
Additional Notes
- Pest Control: Organise professional pest control if required by the lease agreement.
- Repairs: Ensure any damage is repaired, such as patching holes or replacing broken fixtures.
This checklist ensures that you leave the property in a condition that meets the expectations of a final inspection and avoids disputes over bond refunds. You are only required to clean the property to the standard it was in when you moved in.
