Moving out of a property comes with enough to think about. Packing, organising belongings, arranging movers, and preparing for the next chapter can quickly become overwhelming.

Cleaning is another important part of the process.

A thorough end-of-lease clean helps leave the property fresh, presentable, and ready for its final inspection. It also means paying attention to areas that may not be part of your usual cleaning routine.

Use this checklist to work through the property room by room and make sure nothing important gets overlooked.

Before You Start

Before beginning your end-of-lease clean, remove all personal belongings from the property.

This makes it easier to access floors, cupboards, wardrobes, corners, and other areas that need cleaning.

It’s also helpful to work from top to bottom — cleaning higher surfaces first before finishing with floors.

Have your cleaning supplies ready and allow enough time to work through each room carefully.

Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

The kitchen is one of the areas that often requires the most attention during an end-of-lease clean.

Surfaces

• Wipe and clean benchtops
• Clean splashbacks
• Wipe cupboards and cabinet doors
• Clean cabinet handles
• Remove marks from walls where possible
• Clean shelves and storage areas
• Wipe skirting boards

Appliances

• Clean the cooktop
• Clean the oven interior and exterior
• Clean oven racks and trays
• Wipe the rangehood
• Clean filters where appropriate
• Clean the microwave
• Clean the dishwasher exterior
• Wipe other included appliances

Sink & Floors

• Clean and sanitise the sink
• Remove visible build-up around taps
• Clean the tap and surrounding surfaces
• Vacuum or sweep the floor
• Mop the floor thoroughly

Tip: Oven cleaning can be particularly time-consuming. If there is significant grease or built-up residue, consider using a professional oven cleaning service.

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist

Bathrooms should receive detailed attention because they are frequently inspected and can quickly show signs of build-up.

Shower & Bath

• Clean shower walls
• Clean shower screens
• Remove soap residue
• Clean the bath
• Clean taps and fixtures
• Clean shower fittings
• Pay attention to corners and edges

Toilet

• Clean the toilet bowl
• Clean the seat and lid
• Wipe the exterior
• Clean around the base
• Disinfect high-touch areas

Vanity & Storage

• Clean the basin
• Wipe taps and fixtures
• Clean mirrors
• Wipe vanity surfaces
• Clean inside cupboards and drawers
• Remove visible residue

Floors

• Vacuum or sweep
• Mop thoroughly
• Pay attention to corners and edges

Bedroom Cleaning Checklist

Bedrooms may require less intensive cleaning than kitchens and bathrooms, but they should still be thoroughly prepared.

• Dust light fittings
• Dust ceiling fans
• Clean windows and window frames
• Wipe doors and handles
• Clean wardrobes inside and out
• Wipe shelves and drawers
• Dust skirting boards
• Remove cobwebs
• Vacuum carpets
• Mop hard floors

Make sure wardrobes, cupboards, and storage areas are completely empty before cleaning them.

Living & Dining Areas

These areas can collect dust across a large number of surfaces, particularly around furniture and entertainment areas.

• Dust surfaces
• Wipe shelves
• Clean doors and handles
• Dust light fittings
• Clean ceiling fans
• Clean accessible window areas
• Wipe skirting boards
• Remove cobwebs
• Vacuum carpets
• Vacuum or sweep hard floors
• Mop hard flooring
• Remove visible marks where possible

Don’t forget areas behind or underneath furniture if they are accessible.

Laundry Cleaning Checklist

The laundry is easy to overlook during a move.

• Clean the laundry sink
• Wipe taps
• Clean benchtops
• Wipe cupboards
• Clean shelves
• Wipe the washing machine exterior
• Clean accessible areas around appliances
• Wipe walls where necessary
• Clean skirting boards
• Vacuum or sweep floors
• Mop floors

Windows & Glass

Clean windows can make a noticeable difference to the overall presentation of a property.

Where accessible:

• Clean interior glass
• Wipe window frames
• Clean window sills
• Remove visible marks
• Clean mirrors
• Wipe glass doors
• Remove obvious dust and build-up

For larger properties or difficult-to-reach windows, professional window cleaning may be the safer and more practical option.

Floors & Carpets

Floors are one of the first things people notice when they enter a property.

Hard Floors

• Vacuum or sweep thoroughly
• Clean edges and corners
• Remove visible marks
• Mop thoroughly

Carpets

• Vacuum slowly and thoroughly
• Pay attention to edges
• Remove visible debris
• Treat suitable stains where possible
• Consider professional carpet cleaning if required

If carpets have accumulated significant staining or wear, professional carpet cleaning may provide a more thorough result than standard vacuuming.

Walls, Doors & Details

Small details can make a significant difference during a final inspection.

Check:

• Doors
• Door handles
• Light switches
• Skirting boards
• Accessible wall marks
• Corners
• Cobwebs
• Vents
• Air-conditioning surfaces
• Stairways and railings

Don’t forget areas behind doors and around frequently used handles.

Outdoor Areas

If outdoor areas are included in your tenancy, don’t overlook them.

Depending on the property, check:

• Balconies
• Patios
• Garages
• Entryways
• Outdoor floors
• Accessible windows
• Doors
• Cobwebs
• General debris

Pressure washing may be useful for heavily soiled outdoor surfaces such as driveways, paths, patios, and exterior areas.

Final End-of-Lease Check

Once you’ve finished cleaning, walk through the property one more time.

Check each room and look for anything you may have missed.

Final Checklist

☐ All personal belongings removed
☐ Kitchen cleaned
☐ Oven cleaned
☐ Bathrooms thoroughly cleaned
☐ Cupboards and wardrobes emptied and cleaned
☐ Windows and glass cleaned
☐ Floors vacuumed and mopped
☐ Carpets vacuumed
☐ Doors and handles wiped
☐ Light switches cleaned
☐ Skirting boards dusted
☐ Cobwebs removed
☐ Laundry cleaned
☐ Outdoor areas checked
☐ Rubbish removed
☐ Final inspection completed

Don’t Leave It Until the Last Minute

End-of-lease cleaning can take considerably longer than an everyday clean, particularly when you’re responsible for an entire property.

Trying to complete everything on moving day can add unnecessary stress to an already busy schedule.

Planning ahead gives you time to identify areas that need additional attention and arrange professional help where required.

When Professional Cleaning Makes Sense

A professional end-of-lease clean can be particularly helpful when you have limited time, a larger property, or detailed cleaning requirements.

Professional cleaners can take care of the cleaning while you focus on packing, moving, organising your next property, and completing the rest of your move.

From kitchens and bathrooms to carpets, windows and floors, a detailed cleaning service can help prepare the property for its final inspection.

Moving Out? Let Us Handle the Cleaning.

Leave the cleaning to us while you focus on the move.

Our end-of-lease cleaning service is designed to provide detailed care across your property, helping you leave the space clean, fresh, and ready for its next chapter.