Vacating Checklist

CLEANING TO BE CARRIED OUT UPON VACATING OF PREMISES
 
To assist in ensuring your bond is returned without any avoidable deductions or time delays, please keep the following on file & refer to it prior to handing back all sets of keys. Prompt reporting of maintenance issues ensures continued enjoyment of the tenancy with minimal disturbance.
GENERALLY
  • Clean all windows, doors, sliding doors, window tracks, fly screens & security screens,
  • Vacuum all sliding door tracks & wipe clean,
  • Sweep & mop all floors (except carpet), removing any marks,
  • Carpets to be cleaned by a Registered Carpet Cleaner,
  • Fumigation for Fleas to be carried out by a Registered Pest Control Company if applicable,
  • Clean light fittings(remove light fittings & wipe out dead bugs)
  • Clean marks off walls & light switches
  • Wipe down & remove all dust from skirting boards, picture frames, window sills etc
  • Ensure that all curtains & blinds are clean as per condition report (seek instructions re cleaning advice of curtains if applicable)
  • Clean inside wardrobes & mirrored doors (wipe over scuff marks)
  • Remove all cobwebs (inside & out)
KITCHEN
  • Clean inside & outside all cupboards & doors
  • Clean inside, outside & around stove
  • Clean inside, outside & behind refrigerator & dishwasher (if applicable)
  • Clean range hood & filter, exhaust fans & filter (filters can be removed for cleaning)
  • Clean sink & drain holes
BATHROOM
  • Clean all floors, mirrors, windows & window tracks
  • Clean inside & outside all cupboards
  • Clean toilet, bath, shower recess (tiles & screen do get a scum build-up on them, this is to be removed, glass screens & sink)
  • Shower curtain replaced (if applicable)
LAUNDRY
  • Clean inside, outside & behind washing machine, rinse out filter (if applicable)
  • Clean inside, outside & behind dryer, remove lint (if applicable)
  • Clean laundry tubs & cabinet inside & out
VERANDAH
  • Sweep & mop, clean railings & any glass
  • Remove all cobwebs
LOCKUP GARAGE/CARPORT
  • Sweep out & remove any oil residue from concrete
  •  Remove cobwebs
  • Remove marks from walls