Cleaning Checklist (Vacating)

GENERAL 

  • Vacuum and clean all sliding door and window tracks.  
  • Sweep or mop all non carpeted floors, removing any marks.  
  • Clean Carpets by registered Carpet Cleaner to Australian Standard. Supply paid invoice copy.  
  • Fumigate for Fleas – by registered Pest Company, if pets were kept at property. Supply paid invoice copy which specifies service details.  
  • Clean light fittings – gently remove light fittings and clean.  
  • Clean marks off walls, ceilings and light switches.  
  • Clean skirting boards, windows including frames, sills and tracks, above cupboards, picture rails, architraves and both sides of all doors, all other fittings, and insect/security screens etc.  
  • Clean curtains and blinds. Refer to Agent for method advice.  
  • Remove all cobwebs and insect marks and nests.  

KITCHEN 
  • Clean inside and outside of all cupboards and doors.  
  • Clean inside, outside and around stove.  
  • Clean inside and outside of oven, griller, doors, trays, racks, glass.  
  • Clean inside, outside and behind refrigerator and dishwasher and microwave space.  
  • Clean sink, especially drain holes, drainers and tap ware.  
  • Range hood exhaust and filter- filter can be removed and cleaned.  

BATHROOM
  • Clean all walls, floors, mirrors and windows and window tracks.  
  • Clean inside and outside all cupboards and drawers.  
  • Clean toilet, bath, shower recess, remove soap residue on tiles and shower screens, clean sink, tap ware, towel rails. 
  • Clean water outlet in shower and bath of hair and soap build up.  
  • Clean in wardrobes, shelves, drawers and mirrored doors. Remove scuff marks.  
  • Shower curtain washed with bleach or replaced if applicable.  

LAUNDRY 
  • Clean behind, inside and around washing machine space.   
  • Clean equipment and filters if applicable.  
  • Clean inside, outside and behind dryer. Remove lint.  
  • Clean inside, outside and around laundry tub, cabinets, shelves, drawers, tap ware.  
  • Clean all walls and floors, ceiling.  

AIR-CONDITIONERS  
  • Clean all air conditioner units and filters.  

VERANDAH, DECKS, OUTDOOR AREAS 
  • Sweep and mop, clean railings, glass and light fittings.  
  • Remove all cobwebs etc.  

GARAGE, CARPORT, DRIVEWAY 
  • Sweep out and remove any oil residue from concrete, pavers, paths, driveways. 
  • Empty Council bins and place bins out on footpath for next collection.
  • Close and lock garage door, if applicable.  

GARDENS AND LAWNS, POOL 
  • Mow lawn, trim all edges, weed gardens, general garden tidy, remove all rubbish. 
  • Return pool to condition as per condition report at start of the tenancy and supply Pool Test report to Agent – Report to be completed on the end of tenancy date.  

IF FURNISHED
  • Ensure all items are clean and are located in original rooms as per Inventory list.