What is an end of tenancy clean?
An end of tenancy clean (also called a move-out clean) is a full deep clean carried out when a tenancy ends, so the property matches the condition recorded in the check-in inventory. In London it is the single most common cause of deposit deductions, because letting agents inspect places a normal weekly clean never touches — inside the oven, behind cupboard doors, window tracks and skirting boards.
We clean studio flats and 1 bedroom apartments only, which is why we can work to a fixed checklist and a fixed price rather than an hourly guess.
End of tenancy cleaning checklist
Every clean follows this checklist and finishes with a walk-through so nothing is missed.
Kitchen
- Inside the oven, including racks, trays and glass door
- Hob, extractor filter and splashback degreased
- Inside and outside of the fridge/freezer (defrosted on request)
- Inside and outside of all cupboards and drawers
- Washing machine drawer, seal and filter
- Sink, taps and drainer descaled
Bathroom
- Limescale removed from taps, shower screen and tiles
- Grout scrubbed and sanitised
- Toilet cleaned and disinfected inside and out
- Extractor fan cover, mirrors and cabinets wiped
- Plugholes cleared and polished
Living space & bedroom
- Skirting boards, door frames and doors wiped
- Light switches, sockets and radiators cleaned
- Inside wardrobes, drawers and storage units
- Wall spot-treatment for marks and scuffs
- Carpets hoovered, hard floors mopped
Throughout
- Interior windows, sills and tracks
- Cobwebs removed and high-level dusting
- Bins emptied, cleaned and rubbish removed
- Final walk-through against the inventory checklist
End of tenancy cleaning prices
Fixed prices for small London apartments. No add-ons needed — the checklist above is all included. Ironing and laundry are not part of this service.
| Property | Price |
|---|---|
| Studio flat, 1 bathroom | £180 |
| Studio flat, 2 bathrooms | £195 |
| 1 bedroom apartment, 1 bathroom | £200 |
| 1 bedroom apartment, 2 bathrooms | £215 |
Final price confirmed by email after we review access, parking and condition. No charge until accepted and agreed to.
Our inspection-ready promise
We can't control damage or wear, so no honest cleaner can promise your deposit back. What we can promise is this: if your letting agent or landlord raises a cleaning issue within 48 hours of our visit, contact us and we'll return and re-clean the flagged areas free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
- What does end of tenancy cleaning include?
- A full deep clean of every room, including inside the oven, inside all cupboards and appliances, skirting boards, door frames, interior windows, limescale removal in the bathroom and a final walk-through against your inventory. It goes well beyond a standard clean because it is checked against a letting agent's inventory rather than everyday tidiness.
- Is professional cleaning required at the end of a tenancy?
- Under UK tenancy rules a landlord cannot force you to use a specific cleaning company, but you must return the property in the same condition it was in at the start of the tenancy, allowing for fair wear and tear. Most deposit disputes in London come down to cleaning, so a professional clean with a written checklist is the simplest way to evidence that standard.
- How much does end of tenancy cleaning cost in London?
- For studio flats and 1 bedroom apartments our end of tenancy clean starts at £180. The exact price depends on property type and the number of bathrooms — see the price table above. The final price is confirmed by email after we review access, parking and condition, and there is no charge until it is accepted and agreed to.
- How long does it take?
- A studio typically takes 4–6 hours and a 1 bedroom apartment 5–7 hours. We recommend booking for after your furniture and belongings have been removed so every cupboard and surface can be reached.
- Do you guarantee I'll get my deposit back?
- No cleaner can guarantee a deposit outcome, because it also depends on damage, wear and unpaid rent. What we do promise is an inspection-ready clean: if your letting agent flags a cleaning issue within 48 hours of our visit, tell us and we'll come back and put it right at no extra cost.
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