Getting your bond back comes down to one thing: leaving the property as clean as when you moved in. Here is a room-by-room checklist to work through before your final inspection.
Clean inside and outside the oven, rangehood and cooktop. Wipe down all cupboards inside and out, degrease splashbacks, and clean the sink and taps until they shine.
Scrub grout and tiles, descale showerheads and taps, and clean inside cabinets and mirrors. Mould in silicone seals is one of the most common bond deductions — treat it early.
Vacuum and mop every room, including under furniture where possible. Carpets benefit from a professional steam clean, especially in high-traffic areas.
Clean windows, tracks and sills inside and out where reachable, and spot-clean marks from walls and light switches.
If it feels like a lot, a professional End of Lease Clean covers every item on this list in one visit.