End of Tenancy Cleaning Checklist
This is the checklist Tenant Clean works to on every end of tenancy clean in Newcastle upon Tyne. It covers each room in turn, from the oven and kitchen cupboards to bathroom limescale and skirting boards, so tenants, landlords and agents can see exactly what a professional move-out clean includes.
- Room-by-room cleaning specification
- Built around the check-out inspection
- The same list on every clean
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The checklist behind every move-out clean
At the end of a tenancy, the property is compared with the check-in inventory, allowing for fair wear and tear. Inventory clerks and letting agents tend to look in the same places: inside the oven, inside cupboards, around taps, along skirting boards and on window sills. A clean that skips those details can look fine at a glance and still fall short on the report.
Tenant Clean uses one written checklist for every end of tenancy clean, so nothing depends on memory or guesswork. The cleaner works through the property room by room, and the same specification applies whether the clean is booked by a tenant, a landlord or a letting agent.
The checklist is also the basis of every quote. When you request a quote using the form on this page, the price covers this full specification for your property, with anything extra, such as carpet cleaning, shown separately. That makes it easy to see what is included before you book.
Room-by-room cleaning checklist
Each standard end of tenancy clean includes the following, adjusted to the rooms and fittings in your property.
Kitchen
- Oven, racks, trays and door glass degreased
- Hob, splashback and extractor hood cleaned
- Cupboards and drawers cleaned inside and out
- Fridge and freezer cleaned inside and out
- Microwave and outside of other appliances wiped
- Sink, taps and drainer descaled and polished
- Worktops, wall tiles and grout scrubbed
- Floor vacuumed and mopped, including edges
Bathrooms
- Limescale removed from taps, shower heads and screens
- Bath, shower tray and basin scrubbed and polished
- Toilet cleaned inside, outside and around the base
- Tiles and grout cleaned, surface mould spots treated
- Mirrors, cabinets and shelves cleaned
- Extractor fan cover and towel rails wiped
- Floor and skirting boards washed
Bedrooms
- Wardrobes and drawers cleaned inside and out
- Interior windows, sills and frames cleaned
- Skirting boards, doors and door frames wiped
- Light switches, sockets and radiators cleaned
- Cobwebs removed from ceilings and corners
- Carpets vacuumed or hard floors mopped
Living areas
- Shelves, surfaces and fittings dusted and wiped
- Light fittings and lampshades dusted
- Interior glass and window tracks cleaned
- Fireplace and surround cleaned where present
- Furniture cleaned and vacuumed underneath if furnished
- Marks removed from walls where possible
- Floors vacuumed and mopped
Hallways and stairs
- Banisters, handrails and spindles wiped
- Stairs vacuumed, including edges and corners
- Front door cleaned inside and out
- Hall cupboards and meter cupboards cleaned
- Switches, sockets and door handles wiped
- Skirting boards and dado rails cleaned
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Preparing the property before your clean
A little preparation lets the cleaner spend the booked visit on cleaning rather than working around belongings. These steps make the biggest difference:
- Move out all personal belongings, food and rubbish before the clean
- Switch off and defrost the fridge and freezer in advance
- Keep the electricity and hot water on for the day of the clean
- Agree how the cleaner will get in and where keys should be left
- Mention any problem areas, such as a heavily used oven, when you request a quote
The cleaner brings all the equipment and products needed, so there is nothing for you to supply.
What a standard clean does not cover
The checklist describes a thorough interior clean. A few jobs fall outside it, either because they need a different trade or because they are not cleaning work.
Exterior windows above ground floor
Interior glass is included throughout. Outside windows above ground level need specialist access and are not part of a standard clean.
Rubbish and belongings
Removing bags of rubbish, unwanted furniture or items left behind is not included, so please clear these before the clean.
Repairs and redecoration
Damaged paintwork, broken fittings and holes in walls need a handyperson or decorator rather than a cleaner.
Pest control and extensive mould
Surface mould spots on grout and sealant are treated, but widespread mould and any pest problem need a specialist to deal with the cause.
Carpets and upholstery
Carpets are vacuumed as standard. Deep cleaning of carpets, rugs and sofas is available as an add-on through our carpet and upholstery cleaning service.
Using the checklist alongside your inventory
Before booking, it can help to read your check-in inventory next to this checklist. If the inventory notes anything specific, such as carpets that were professionally cleaned before you moved in or an appliance listed as new, mention it when you request a quote so it can be accounted for.
In England, the Tenant Fees Act 2019 means a landlord generally cannot make a tenant pay for professional cleaning as a condition of the tenancy. Tenants still need to return the property in the condition recorded at check-in, allowing for fair wear and tear, and deposits are held in a government-approved scheme that offers free dispute resolution. Landlords and agents can read about cleaning services for landlords and letting agents, and anyone moving into a new home may prefer a move-in clean.
How booking a clean works
Four straightforward steps from your first enquiry to handing back the keys.
Request a quote
Use the form on this page to tell us the service, property size, postcode and the date you have in mind.
Receive your quote
We confirm the price and exactly what is included before anything is booked.
The clean
The property is cleaned room by room to the agreed specification, with kitchens and bathrooms given the most time.
Hand over the keys
The property is ready for check-out, viewings or your move-in day.
End of tenancy checklist FAQs
Is everything on this checklist included in every clean?
Yes. This is the standard specification for every end of tenancy clean, adjusted to the rooms and fittings in your property. Add-ons such as carpet cleaning are listed separately in your quote.
Does Tenant Clean follow this checklist for landlords and agents too?
Yes. The same checklist applies whoever books the clean. Regular landlord and agent clients can also discuss their requirements and agree a standard specification for their properties.
Can you clean a furnished property?
Yes. Furnished and unfurnished properties are both covered. Furniture is cleaned and vacuumed underneath where it can be moved safely, and the quote reflects whether the property is furnished.
How is the price worked out?
Each quote is based on the property size, number of bathrooms, condition, furnishings and any extras. Our pricing page explains how quotes are put together, and every quote is free with no obligation.
Which areas do you cover?
Tenant Clean covers Newcastle upon Tyne, including Jesmond, Gosforth, Heaton, the city centre and Quayside, as well as Gateshead and North Tyneside. Request a free quote using the form on this page.
Cleaning services from Tenant Clean
Each service can be booked on its own or combined into a single visit.
End of Tenancy Cleaning
A top-to-bottom move-out clean built around the letting agent’s inventory check.
Learn moreMove-In Cleaning
Start your tenancy in a property that is genuinely clean, not just “agent clean”.
Learn moreDeep Cleaning
A one-off reset for homes that need far more than a regular tidy.
Learn moreCarpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Deep cleaning for carpets, sofas and mattresses to lift everyday stains and odours.
Learn moreOven Cleaning
Racks, glass, hob and extractor degreased and cleaned by hand.
Learn moreStudent Property Cleaning
End of year cleans for student houses, HMOs and shared flats.
Learn moreAfter Builders Cleaning
Dust, paint spots and debris cleared after refurbishments.
Learn moreLandlords & Letting Agents
Check-out and pre-let cleans for rental properties, arranged around your tenancy dates.
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