Why a checklist matters
Inventory clerks compare the property against the check-in report. Anything dirtier than when you moved in, allowing for fair wear and tear, can become a deduction.
Working through a checklist room by room is the most reliable way to avoid surprises.
Kitchen
Degrease the oven, grill, hob and extractor filter. Clean inside every cupboard and drawer. Wipe appliance exteriors and the seals of the fridge and washing machine. Descale the sink and taps.
Bathrooms
Remove limescale from taps, shower heads and screens. Scrub grout, clean the toilet including the base and hinges, and polish mirrors. Check extractor fans for dust.
Bedrooms and living areas
Wipe skirting boards, doors, frames, switches and sockets. Clean inside wardrobes, dust light fittings and wash inside windows and sills. Vacuum and mop floors, including under beds.
Most commonly missed
Tops of door frames, the oven door glass, behind the toilet, radiator fins and the inside of the cutlery drawer. These are exactly where clerks look first.
Keep evidence
Take dated photographs after cleaning. Our Proof Report does this automatically, giving you a timestamped, shareable record for any deposit dispute.
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