End of Tenancy Cleaning Checklist — Get Your Full Deposit Back in London

Moving out of a rented flat or house in London is stressful enough without worrying about your deposit. The good news? A thorough end of tenancy clean is the single best way to make sure your landlord or letting agent signs off without deductions.

At Book the Cleaner, we have cleaned hundreds of London properties for tenants moving out — from studios in Shoreditch to family homes in Hampstead. Here is our complete checklist so you know exactly what needs doing.

The Kitchen

This is the room letting agents check most carefully.

• Oven and hob — clean inside the oven door, the racks, the tray, and every burner on the hob. Grease buildup is the number one deposit deduction.
• Extractor fan and filter — degrease the hood and replace or soak the filter.
• Fridge and freezer — defrost, wipe every shelf and drawer inside and out, clean the seals.
• Cupboards — empty every cupboard and wipe inside shelves, doors, and handles.
• Worktops and splashback — degrease and disinfect all surfaces.
• Sink and drainer — descale the tap, polish the sink, clean the drainer.
• Windows and sills — clean inside tracks and frames.

The Bathroom

• Toilet — clean inside and out, behind the base, around the cistern.
• Shower and bath — remove limescale from glass screens, tiles, taps, and showerhead. Clean grout lines.
• Sink and vanity — descale taps, clean under the sink cabinet.
• Mirror — streak-free.
• Extractor fan — vacuum the vent cover.

Living Areas and Bedrooms

• Floors — hoover and mop everywhere, including under beds and sofas.
• Skirting boards and architraves — dust every surface, not just the ones at eye level.
• Light switches and sockets — wipe down (switch off the mains first).
• Radiators — dust behind and between the panels.
• Windows — clean inside glass, frames, sills, and tracks.
• Built-in wardrobes — wipe shelves, rails, and drawers inside.
• Blinds and curtains — dust blinds, check curtains for marks.

Hallways and Landings

• Front door — clean inside and out, including the letterbox and spyhole.
• Shoes and coat storage — wipe down units, vacuum inside cupboards.
• Stairs — hoover every step, dust banisters and spindles.

Final Touches

• Take out all rubbish and recycling — do not leave anything behind.
• Wipe down bins — inside and out.
• Check for cobwebs — corners, ceilings, light fittings.
• Vacuum behind and under all furniture — estate agents check.

Save Yourself the Stress — Book a Professional End of Tenancy Clean

A professional end of tenancy clean from Book the Cleaner covers every item on this checklist — including the oven, fridge, windows, cupboards, and every surface. Our cleaners are vetted, insured, and know exactly what London letting agents look for.

Priced from £180 for a full property. Satisfaction guaranteed — or we reclean for free.

Book your end of tenancy clean online — takes two minutes.