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Moving out is busy, and cleaning often gets left until the last evening.
A little planning helps you cover what the inventory clerk is most likely to check.
Know what the clerk compares against
The check-out report is usually compared with the check-in inventory. Find your copy and any photos, and clean the property back to that standard.
Normal wear and tear is treated differently from damage. Read your tenancy agreement and the guidance from your deposit protection scheme so you know where the line sits. This is general information, not legal advice.
Start with the kitchen and bathroom
These are the rooms where marks and grease show most. Work through them first.
- Oven, hob and extractor filter free of grease.
- Fridge and freezer emptied, defrosted and wiped.
- Cupboards and drawers empty and clean inside.
- Limescale removed from taps, showerheads and glass.
- Toilet, sink and bath free of marks, with no mould along the sealant.
Always patch-test a product on a hidden area first and check the care label or manufacturer guidance.
Check the details people forget
Clerks look beyond the obvious surfaces. Skirting boards, door frames, light switches, window sills and the insides of wardrobes are all easy to miss.
Carpets are noticed quickly too. Marks and odours stand out in an empty room, and professional carpet cleaning by hot water extraction leaves no residue, unlike many DIY methods.
Schedule a professional clean
Our end of tenancy cleaning team works through the property room by room. Our cleaners are DBS-checked and fully insured, and we bring all supplies and equipment.
Sal Clean offers a 100% deposit back guarantee on end of tenancy cleans, so please check the terms when you book online or ask for a free, no-obligation quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who decides if I get my deposit back?
Your landlord or letting agent makes any deduction claim, usually based on the check-out report. If you disagree, the deposit protection scheme holding your deposit has a dispute process, so check its guidance.
Do I need to clean the carpets before I leave?
Many tenancy agreements ask for carpets to be left in a clean condition. Check yours, and consider a professional clean if there are marks or odours.
Should I be there at check-out?
It is usually a good idea. You can see what the clerk notes and raise anything straight away.
When should I book the clean?
Book once your belongings are out and early enough to put right anything that needs attention before check-out. Dates around the end of the month are popular, so book ahead.
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