End-of-Tenancy Cleaning London Checklist

A Room-by-Room Guide to Protect Your Deposit

End-of-tenancy cleaning London is one of the most underestimated tasks during a move—but it’s also one of the most financially critical. Landlords and letting agents expect properties to be returned in a condition that matches the original inventory, and failure to clean properly is among the top reasons deposits are withheld.

This guide will help tenants, landlords and agents clean smarter—with a checklist that ensures every room meets inspection standards.

Why You Need a Cleaning Checklist

Agents use formal inventory reports for inspections
Landlords expect return on property condition
Deposit protection schemes reward diligence
Inspections often occur within hours of move-out
Forgotten zones can cost £100s in deductions

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Kitchen Cleaning Checklist

Task	Status
Remove food from fridge/freezer	✅
Defrost freezer and wipe inside	✅
Clean oven, hob and extractor	✅
Wipe cupboard shelves inside	✅
Sanitize sink and taps	✅
Mop floor and remove bin waste	✅
Clean microwave and splashback	✅

✅ Pro Tip: Agents inspect ovens with torches—don’t skip degreasing.

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist

Task	Status
Descale shower, taps, bath	✅
Clean toilet bowl, cistern	✅
Polish mirrors and tiles	✅
Empty bathroom bin	✅
Remove any soap scum/limescale	✅
Mop floor and disinfect surfaces	✅

✅ Pro Tip: Hair in drains is an instant red flag during inspections.

tenancy cleaning London bathroom limescale removal — Removing grime, limescale and dust from high-touch zones

Bedroom & Living Room Checklist

Task	Status
Vacuum carpets and under beds	✅
Dust skirtings and shelves	✅
Wipe doors, light switches	✅
Clean inside wardrobes/drawers	✅
Remove wall marks (where safe)	✅

✅ Pro Tip: Look for cobwebs in corners and light fittings.

Hallways & Shared Areas

Vacuum floors
Wipe entry door handles
Remove marks and dust from walls
Clean inside any storage cupboards
Empty bins and mop hard surfaces

✅ Pro Tip: First impressions count—entrance cleanliness affects agent tone.

Final Walkthrough Checklist

Before locking up, always check:

Bins emptied and bags replaced
Toilet seats down, fridge doors closed
Key surfaces dry and shiny
Windows closed, blinds/taps aligned
All rubbish removed from communal areas
Cupboards left empty and clean

Still not sure? Send us your inventory report—we’ll align the clean with your agent’s expectations.

Camden Case Study – Checklist Saved a Deposit

“I followed Vigil’s checklist and even added photos of each room. Agent said it was the cleanest exit they’d seen. Deposit released in full within 24 hours.”
— Tenant, Camden NW1