Bedrooms

  • Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners

  • Dust reachable surfaces – wardrobes, shelving and cupboards

  • Wipe accumulated dust and dirt from top of doors

  • Wipe accumulated dust from top of picture frames

  • Wipe dirt off curtain rails

  • Properly vacuum and dust both sides of curtains and blinds

  • Wipe and polish mirrors, pictures and other wall hangings

  • Wipe off dust from skirting boards and decorations

  • Dust off all light fittings and lampshades

  • Wipe and polish switches

  • Remove dirty marks from walls

  • Carefully clean power sockets and extension cords

  • Thoroughly vacuum all mattresses

  • Mop hard floors and laminate

Bathrooms

  • Clean basins, taps and fittings

  • Remove hard water stains

  • Remove limescale if present

  • Scrub and rinse soap dispensers

  • Wipe and polish radiators and towel rails

  • Scrub and rinse toilet and bidet

  • Clean plumbing behind toilet if reachable

  • Wipe marks and stains from shower screens

  • Scrub and rinse bath marks and signs of mildew

  • Clean drains

  • Wipe and polish mirrors and glass surfaces

  • Descale, rinse and wipe showerheads, taps and metal surfaces

  • Clean extractor fans

  • Wipe reachable bathroom tiles

Kitchens

  • Wash and polish all worktops, countertops and the sink area

  • Clean inside cupboards, drawers and shelving

  • Wash and polish sinks and shine taps

  • Remove accumulated limescale

  • De-grease and polish wall tiles

  • Remove mould growth between grout

  • Clean and de-grease ovens internally and externally

  • Clean grime from extractors and hobs

  • Scrub gas rings and gas control knobs

  • Clean microwaves inside and out

  • Clean out the fridge/freezer

  • Clean the washing machine inside and out

  • Clean the dishwasher inside and out

  • Clean exterior of all appliances

  • Sanitize the bins and remove rubbish

  • Clean outside of cupboards and drawers

  • Stack and arrange cutlery, utensils and other dining accessories

  • Wipe dirt from woodwork (doors, handles, doorframes, furnishings and skirting boards)

  • Wipe down radiators if applicable and accessible

  • Remove dust from plugs and light switches

  • Vacuum, mop and polish floors

Furnishings

  • Wipe and polish tables, countertops and other worktop surfaces

  • Make sure you remove all fingerprints and marks

  • Vacuum the sofa with and without its cushions on

  • Move all furnishings to vacuum underneath

  • Wipe and polish all wooden units


Appliances

Fridge/freezer

  • Remove dirt, mildew and leftover food

  • Wipe and polish handles

  • Clean rubber seal

  • Move it and clean underneath and behind

  • Dismantle, wash and rinse slots, grills and shelves inside

  • Wipe and polish the exterior

Dishwasher

  • Clean the dishwasher of food and soap deposits

  • Remove all dirt, mildew and food deposits

  • Inspect and clean filters

  • Wipe the rubber seal

  • Move it and clean underneath and behind

  • Wipe the soap dispenser drawer and remove marks and stains

  • Wipe down handles

Washing machine

  • Clean the drum from leftovers and stains

  • Inspect and clean filters

  • Inspect the rubber seal

  • Move it and clean underneath and behind

  • Wipe the soap dispenser drawer and remove marks and stains

  • Clean handles

Tumble dryer

  • Clean inside and out

  • Inspect and clean the lint trap

  • Empty and clean condensation drawer

Oven and microwave

  • Clean and de-grease oven, extractor fan, hob and grill

  • Clean and de-grease the microwave

  • Scrub off food deposits and grime

  • Clean grill pan and oven racks

  • Clean the inner of both the oven and microwave

  • Inspect and wipe the rubber seals

  • Inspect and wipe all buttons

  • Clean exterior and remove stains and marks

Toaster

  • Clean, wipe and polish the exterior

  • Remove any food deposits and bread crumb leftovers

  • Clean within as much as possible

  • De-grease handles

  • Remove grime


Carpets

  • Thoroughly vacuum all carpets

  • Move furniture and vacuum underneath

Windows

  • Remove any marks, fingerprints and oily stains

  • Wipe down to prevent streaks when drying

  • Dust off and clean windowsills

  • Wipe down frames

  • Dust off blinds, curtains and shades


Drawers, cupboards, and shelves

  • Clear drawers inside and out

  • Remove any unnecessary items or leftover goods

  • Wipe down the inside and out

  • Wipe around handles

End of Tenancy Checklist