- Keep all your cleaning supplies close by; pop them all in a portable holder, or even a bucket, to speed up the cleaning process
- For best results, we recommend cleaning from left to right, back to front, and top to bottom
- Begin with dry cleaning tasks (such as dusting, vacuuming and sweeping) before wiping surfaces down with a damp cloth or mopping
- Don’t forget about mess created by your pets. Give kennels, tanks and cages a good clean. Fumigate the property if required
- Arrange to dispose of any hazardous or prohibited moving items that your removalist can’t carry.
End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: Exterior Cleaning Tips
- Remember to clean the veranda or patio, including the BBQ and all outdoor furniture
- Remove dust or cobwebs from walls, window sills and eaves
- Cut the lawn, trim the edges, weed gardens and sweep paths
- Remove any mess created by pets and repair any damage caused by pets
- Remove leaf debris from pool and clean the filter
- Clear out the letter box and compost bin
- Ensure outdoor lighting is working and cleaned
- Sweep garage, driveway and remove any dirt or oil marks
- Remove all rubbish, empty and wash out household bins
- Hose down garage door and ensure working opener is left behind.
End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: Interior Cleaning Tips
- Clean and empty wardrobes, cupboards, shelving and drawers
- Check all globes are working – clean light fittings and switches
- Wipe clean all window ledges, architraves, skirting boards, picture rails and doors
- Clean windows, sliding doors and fly screens inside and out
- Wipe down air conditioner, cleaning vents, wash and dry filter
- Remove dust and cobwebs throughout
- Clean ceiling fan blades and light
- Clear door and window tracks
- Clean venetian and vertical blinds
- Wash or dry-clean curtains and re-hang
- Wipe over all switches, door hardware and surrounds
- Remove traces of cigarette odour and nicotine stains
- Clean any furniture provided and place in original position.
End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: Kitchen Cleaning Tips
- Clean oven walls, racks, grill and leave cleaned trays inside. To clean your oven without all the harsh chemicals, mix half a cup of baking soda with three tablespoons of water (adjust ratios as required until you have a smooth paste). Spread the paste on your oven walls, avoiding the heating elements in an electric oven. Let the paste sit overnight before removing, then spray with vinegar. A foam should form; simply wipe this away
- Remove stovetop stains and clean thoroughly
- Wash filters and clean range hood, ensuring the overhead light is working
- Clean dishwasher, including rubbers, door and filter. For a sparkling dishwasher, our cleaning tip is to shake baking soda onto a damp sponge, and wipe around door seels and to remove food and stains. Adding a small cup of bleach to a cycle will also kill any bacteria, and leave the machine fresh and clean
- Clear food and debris from sink holes, plugs and taps
- If your kitchen sink is stainless steel, make it sparkle by wiping it down with a couple of drops of mineral oil and a soft sponge
- Clean garbage disposals by dropping in slices of lemon, a spoonful of salt and a couple of ice cubes; the lemon deodorises while the salt and ice remove built-up residues
- Wash all countertops, benches and surface areas
- Wipe the inside and outside of all cupboards
- Clean inside the refrigerator and freezer, removing all food
- Clean behind the refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave
- Clean the extractor fan—a quick vacuum will usually do the trick.
End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: Bathroom & Laundry Cleaning Tips
- Clean and disinfect baths, showers, screens, basins and toilets
- Our moving house cleaning tip for cleaning showerheads, is to fill a plastic bag with enough vinegar to submerge the nozzle, and tie the bag in place. Leave the nozzle to soak overnight to remove all residue build-up
- When it comes to glass shower walls and doors, create a paste of baking soda and vinegar, apply liberally and leave to soak for an hour. Remove with a damp cloth for sparkling clean glass
- Ensure facilities and fixtures are free of soap residue and mildew
- Wash all surfaces, including tiled areas and bench tops
- Remove mould from tiles, grout, ceiling and walls. For tough mould in tile grout, dip an old toothbrush into bleach and scrub
- Dust and polish towel rails and toilet roll holders
- Clean sinks, drain holes, plugs and taps
- Clean mirrors and ceiling fans.
End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: Walls & Floors Cleaning Tips
- Spot clean any scuff marks on walls
- Use sugar soap mixed with warm water applied with a soft cloth on walls with extensive scuff marks
- Vacuum and steam clean all carpets
- Vacuum and clean all sliding door and window tracks
- Sweep and mop tiled floors and floorboards
- Clean wall and floor areas behind appliances, such as the refrigerator, freezer, microwave, washing macine and dryer.
