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What is included in End of tenancy cleaning?

Written by Sarbaz Hassan, Founder · Reviewed

End of tenancy cleaning is a comprehensive cleaning process that is performed when a tenant is moving out of a rental property.

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End of tenancy cleaning is a comprehensive cleaning process that is performed when a tenant is moving out of a rental property. The cleaning process is designed to ensure that the property is left in a clean and habitable condition for the next tenant. Here is a list of what is typically included in end of tenancy cleaning:

  1. Kitchen: The kitchen will require a thorough cleaning, including cleaning of all surfaces such as countertops, cupboards, drawers, shelves, sink, and faucets. The oven, hob, and extractor fan will require a deep cleaning, as well as the fridge, freezer, and dishwasher. The floors will need to be mopped and wiped down.
  2. Bathrooms: Bathrooms will require extra attention, including the cleaning of all surfaces such as the shower, toilet, bathtub, sink, and faucets. Walls and tiles will require a deep cleaning, and mirrors will need to be wiped down. The floors will need to be mopped and cleaned.
  3. Living room: The living room will require thorough cleaning of all surfaces, furniture, and upholstery. This includes cleaning of carpets, floors, walls, skirting boards, light switches, sockets, and windows. Furniture like sofas, armchairs, coffee tables, and shelves will be wiped and dusted, including behind and underneath.
  4. Bedrooms: Bedrooms will require a deep clean of all surfaces, furniture, and bedding. This includes cleaning of carpets, floors, walls, skirting boards, light switches, sockets, and windows. Furniture like beds, wardrobes, dressers, and nightstands will be wiped and dusted, including behind and underneath. Bedding will be removed and washed, including pillowcases, bed sheets, and duvet covers.
  5. Hallways and staircases: These areas will require cleaning of all surfaces, including carpets, floors, walls, skirting boards, light switches, and sockets.
  6. Windows and doors: All windows, doors, and door frames will require cleaning both inside and outside, including the frames and sills.
  7. Deep carpet cleaning: Carpets will require a deep cleaning, including stain removal and deodorizing.

In summary, end of tenancy cleaning is a thorough cleaning process that includes a deep cleaning of all surfaces, furniture, and appliances, as well as floors, walls, and windows. It also includes deep cleaning of carpets and thorough cleaning of the kitchen and bathrooms. Cleaning of all windows, doors, and door frames is also included in this process

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Written by the Hello Services editorial team from job data, supplier pricing and the questions our coordinators field every week.

First published 23 Apr 2026

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I booked with the company for a deep clean the day before and they were quick to respond and explain the process, including a detailed breakdown of what I would like doing and the quote. Two cleaners arrived on the day of the clean, they arrived slightly after the arrival window specified but it didn't… Read in full →
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Really good company . Came out and let themselves in to clean with minimum fuss as I couldn't get the day off work. Did a great job of the bedroom,bathroom and the carpet . My only criticism is you quoted to dust bedframe but when I checked underneath mattress it was still dusty . I… Read in full →
Ian Garner, West Yorkshire · · View on Trustpilot
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As a repeat customer using Hello Services for the third time, I am once again very impressed! We recently booked an end-of-tenancy clean and our service provider was Mr. Alex. He arrived right on time, worked with great sincerity and cleaned all the bathrooms and the kitchen to a top-notch standard. He put in genuine… Read in full →
Lamia, Derbyshire · · View on Trustpilot

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