The Ultimate Bond Cleaning Checklist

Moving out of your rented home can be a real hassle considering the many different things you need to take care of. One of the most important things you need to do before vacating is the end-of-lease cleaning which is mandatory for the return of your bond money. Considering the many different things on your mind, there are chances that you might miss out on cleaning certain spots. Before you begin the cleaning process, it is wise to draw a comprehensive plan, detailing everything you need to do. Part of this involves making a checklist that covers all areas of your house.

Area-wise checklist

Outdoor cleaning

When it comes to bond cleaning, you should focus on decluttering and sanitising your rental property’s exteriors too, such as the garage, pool, driveway and patios.

• Remove any boxes from your garage or carport, leaving only supplies, tools, or items that were there when you arrived.
• Using a broom and a long duster, remove all dust and cobwebs from the ceiling rafters, walls, and shelves.
• Pressure wash the driveway and make sure there is no mold or stains.
• Trim the lawn, weed the gardens, and sweep the paths.
• Remove all trash and clean out the trash bins.

Kitchen cleaning

The kitchen is one the places that take the longest to clean so it is wise to begin here. If you find that your kitchen has more dirt and grime than you thought, you can hire professional bond cleaning services to do thorough cleaning for you.

• Wipe the interior and exterior of all cupboards and doors with a damp cloth. If the liner is ripped or peeling, remove it and replace it.
• Clean your oven and griller on the inside and out. Ensure that grease is removed from doors, trays, racks, and glass.
• Clean the interior, exterior, and underneath major appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers.
• Clean the filters and the range hood, and make sure the overhead light is in good condition.
• Remove food and debris from sinks and clean out your drains.

Living room and bedroom cleaning

You spent a good part of your day in the living room and despite regular cleaning, you might miss a few corners.

• All windows, sills, tracks, screens, curtains, and blinds should be cleaned.
• All hardwood flooring should be swept and mopped.
• Clean the air conditioner by wiping it down, cleaning the vents, and washing and drying the filters.
• Steam clean your carpets and get rid of stains and odours.

Bathroom cleaning

Bathroom cleaning requires a lot of scrubbing and cleaning in areas that are sometimes hard to reach.

• All of the walls, mirrors, windows, and window tracks should be cleaned. Make sure there are no streaks on the mirrors or windows.
• Make careful to clean out the bathroom drawers and vanity, and replace any broken liners.
• The shower, tiles and grout, glass doors, shower screens, and shower curtain should all be cleaned.
• Sinks drains, plugs and faucets should all be cleaned.
• Clean the toilet bowl, cistern, and pipes behind it.