An end-of-tenancy cleaning is no fun, but it is necessary.
A rental property should be in tip-top shape when you hand it over to the landlord to get your security bond back. Therefore, you should have it cleaned properly. Whether you hire a company to perform end-of-tenancy cleaning in Wellington or do the cleaning yourself, there has to be some order in doing so. A move-out cleaning checklist will certainly help to get you organized.
Premium Clean has compiled a simple guide to complete a great End of Tenancy Cleaning for you. It will make your move out a breeze and headache-free.
Should You Do the End of Tenancy Cleaning Yourself?
Well, the choice is up to you. Your decision will depend on how big the area that needs cleaning is and if you have all the right tools and time right now. Arranging a cleaning company to do the end-of-tenancy cleaning in Wellington might cost you, but it will save you time and money in the long run. Talk to them and explore this option.
Your End of Tenancy Cleaning Checklist
In New Zealand, you must leave your rental property sparklingly clean for the new tenants. It must be cleaned from top to bottom, but you must put in extra effort in some key areas. We have the important areas you need to concentrate on to help you get your security check back.
Bedrooms
- Clean the ceiling and corners of the bedroom walls
- Dust and polish all reachable surfaces – wardrobes, shelves, nightstands, cupboards
- Wipe the top of the doors, frames, wall decor, curtain rails
- Vacuum and dust the blinds and curtains
- Clean the mirrors
- Dust all the lamp fittings and lampshades
- Clean and polish the fixtures – doorknobs, door handles
- Clean the power sockets and light switches
- Clean and vacuum the mattresses
- Clean and polish the floors
- Clean the windows from the inside out
Bathroom and Toilets
- Clean the sinks, basins, taps, and fittings
- Remove hard water stains
- Remove limescale rings
- Scrub and wipe soap dispensers
- Clean and polish curtain and towel rails
- Scrub the toilet bowl and bidet
- Clean the shower panels and doors
- Remove bath marks and signs of mould and mildew
- Clean the drains
- Wipe the mirrors and glass surfaces
- Descale taps, showerheads, and other metal surfaces
- Clean and scrub the bathroom tiles and surfaces
Living room and Dining Area
- Wipe and polish the tables, desks, cabinets, and other furniture and surfaces
- Clean all the cupboards and drawers
- Dust and polish all chairs, including sofa and other soft furniture
- Vacuum and mop under the furniture
- Dust off the TV screens, cables, and remotes
- Wipe and dust the ceiling, walls, and floors
- Clean the picture frames and curtain rails
- Clean the switches and light switches
- Vacuum and dust the blinds and curtains
- Clean the windows from the inside out
- Vacuum floors and clean the carpets
- Mop and polish the hard floors
Kitchen and Cooking Areas
- Clean the kitchen ceiling and walls
- Wipe all the dirt on top of the cabinets, curtain rails, window frames, and door frames
Dust and vacuum the blinds and carpets - Sanitize and polish all the countertops, kitchen sinks, work surfaces, and taps
- Clean the inside of the pantry, kitchen cabinets, shelves, and drawers
- Clean accumulated limescale and water deposit
- Remove signs of moulds and mildew
- Remove grease from wall tiles, extractor hoods, and cooking hobs
- Clean the microwave, cooking range, oven, freezers, and refrigerators
- Move the appliances and remove the dust and accumulated dirt under them
- Wash, vacuum, and sanitize kitchen floors
Already overwhelmed with all these areas that you need to clean? Book this service with us for a worry-free end-of-tenancy cleaning in Wellington. With Premium Clean, you can tick move-out cleaning off your list.
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Wrapping It Up!
Cleaning the property at the end of your lease is your responsibility as a tenant. Handing it to your landlord orderly will guarantee you will get your deposit back in full.
You don’t have to do this alone. Hire Premium Clean to ensure you’ll pass the final inspection and satisfy the most demanding landlord. Following this checklist, we handle end of tenancy cleaning in Wellington to ensure we do not miss even a speck of dust.
Last Updated on March 15, 2024
