End of Lease Cleaning Checklist: What Property Managers Actually Inspect

Moving out is stressful enough without having to worry about whether you'll get your bond back. The good news? Property managers are generally looking for the same things every time — and if you know what those things are, you can make sure nothing gets missed.

Here's a room-by-room breakdown of what property managers typically inspect at the end of a tenancy, and how to make sure your property passes.

The Kitchen

The kitchen is usually the most scrutinised area in any end of lease inspection. Pay close attention to:

• Oven, grill, and stovetop — grease build-up is one of the most common reasons bonds are withheld

• Rangehood and filter — often forgotten, always checked

• Inside and outside of all cupboards and drawers

• Benchtops, splashback, and sink

• Behind and underneath appliances if accessible

Bathrooms and Toilets

• Shower screen and tiles — soap scum and water marks are closely inspected

• Grout — mould or discolouration is flagged

• Toilet, including under the rim and behind the base

• Vanity inside and out

• Exhaust fan

Living Areas and Bedrooms

• Carpet vacuumed thoroughly — stains should be treated or disclosed

• Hard floors mopped and free of marks

• Walls — scuff marks, nail holes, and crayon should be addressed

• Skirting boards and door frames

• Window sills and tracks

• Blinds and curtain rails

General Throughout the Property

• Cobwebs removed inside and outside

• Light fittings and switches

• Internal windows cleaned

• Doors and handles wiped down

• Garage and outdoor areas left tidy

A Note on Professional Cleaning

Many lease agreements require the property to be professionally cleaned upon vacating. Even if yours doesn't, investing in a professional end of lease clean is almost always worth it — the detail and standard of work far exceeds what most people can achieve during the stress of moving.

Our CleanHaus Reset service covers every point on this list and is designed specifically to prepare properties for final inspection. We know what property managers look for — because we clean for them regularly.