Moving out of a rented property comes with a long checklist: packing up your belongings, organising logistics and maybe preparing for a new home. However, there is one task that most tenants often underestimate—the end-of-tenancy cleaning.

Whether you're a tenant that wants your full deposit returned or you are a landlord organising the house for new occupants, end-of-tenancy cleaning is a very important step in the moving process. At iClean4u Property Management Services, we specialize in professional end-of-tenancy cleaning services designed to meet landlord and letting agency standards. In this post, we will explain what end-of-tenancy cleaning includes, why it is important, and why hiring a professional cleaning team saves you time, stress, and money.

What Is End-of-Tenancy Cleaning?

End of tenancy cleaning is a clean of a deep cleaning service that is often done when a tenant moves out of the rental property. The goal of this detailed service is to restore the property to its original condition (or as close as possible), this is often a requirment outlined in rental agreements. Unlike a regular clean, this comprehensive, top-to-bottom clean covers areas that are typically missed during day-to-day tidying. 

What Does End-of-Tenancy Cleaning Include?

At iClean4u, our end-of-tenancy cleaning checklist includes:

General Areas (Bedrooms, Living Rooms, Hallways)

  • Dusting and wiping all surfaces, including the shelves, skirting boards, and baseboards.

  • Cleaning light switches, fixtures, and sockets

  • Removing cobwebs from ceilings and corners

  • Cleaning windows, windowsills, and internal glass (inside)

  • Cleaning doors, door frames, and handles

  • Cleaning radiators and behind furniture

  • Vacuuming carpets and mopping hard floors

Kitchen

  • Deep cleaning all appliances: oven, hob, extractor fan, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher

  • Cleaning inside and outside of all cupboards and drawers

  • Descaling taps and sinks

  • Degreasing surfaces and backsplashes

  • Wiping down all countertops and kitchen furniture

Bathrooms

  • Descaling and scrubbing sinks, showers, bathtubs, and toilets

  • Cleaning tiles, mirrors, and glass surfaces

  • Polishing taps and shower heads

  • Removing limescale from shower screens and fixtures

  • Cleaning floors and sanitizing high-touch areas like sinks and handles

DIY or Hire a Professional?

You can do an end-of-tenancy clean yourself, but it does require time, effort, and attention to detail. Plus, landlords and estate agents are usually more satisfied with the results of a professional clean.

At iClean4u, we have over 10 years of experience in the cleaning and property maintenance industry. We are committed to delivering exceptional results and take pride in ensuring that every job is completed to the highest standard (we will return if anything is missed). 

Book Your End of Tenancy Clean Today

Whether you are a tenant, landlord, or estate agent, iClean4u Property Management Services is here to help. We offer affordable, reliable end-of-tenancy cleaning services with flexibility across Northamptonshire.