Maximizing your Bond Return A Guide to Cleaning Up After Rental Inspection

Posted by Bond Cleaning Chermside on 9 Sep 2025

A rental inspection can be an extremely stressful experience for tenants because it is often the deciding factor in whether they will receive their bond returned or not. It’s important to have an extensive cleaning of the property before the inspection takes place for the landlord or real estate agent can see that the property is clean and ready for the next tenants. In this post we’ll give you an extensive checklist of cleaning to help you prepare your home to be ready for a rental inspection.

Rooms in the Home to be Focused On

Kitchen

  • Cleanse the stove, oven and rangehood.
  • Clean up all cabinets and drawers
  • Cleanse the sink and benchtops
  • Mop or sweep the floor

Bathrooms

  • Clean the shower, bathtub, and the toilet
  • Cleanse the vanity and mirror.
  • Cleanse the floor

Bedrooms and Living Areas

  • Clean all surfaces, including furniture and shelves
  • Make sure you vacuum or sweep your floors
  • Clean the windows and window sills

Outdoor Areas

  • Clean the pathways and patios.
  • Trim the lawn, and remove the grass edges
  • Clean the BBQ as well as the outdoor furniture

Common Areas You Should Not Miss When Cleaning

Illumination Fixtures and Ceiling Fans

  • Dust and wipe down all light fixtures and ceiling fans.

Skirting Boards and Architraves

  • Wipe all skirting boards as well as architraves.

Carpets and Rugs

  • Vacuum all carpets and rugs
  • Shampoo or steam clean when necessary

FAQs:

What should I do if there is an oil stain on my carpet?

If you’ve spotted any stain on your carpet, it’s important to address it as soon as possible. The longer the stain sits in the carpet, the more difficult it’ll be to eliminate. Consider using a carpet stain cleaner specifically made for the kind of stain you’re dealing with. If the stain appears to be particularly stubborn, you may need to hire an expert carpet cleaner to assist.

What if I’m not able to reach up to high places like ceiling fans and light fixtures?

Cleaning high places like ceiling fans and light fixtures can be a hassle, especially if you’re not comfortable working on the ladder. If you’re not able to get to these areas by yourself you might want to consider employing a professional cleaning service to help. They’ll have the tools and know-how to do the job quickly and efficiently.

Can I get a professional cleaning service to help me with my rental inspection cleaning?

You are able to hire an experienced professional to help you with your rental inspection cleaning. This can be a great method to make sure that your home is properly cleaned and ready for inspection. Professionally trained cleaners have the skills and equipment needed to tackle even the toughest cleaning jobs, so you can ensure that your home will be in top condition. Bond Cleaning Chermside offers affordable and reliable end of lease cleaning services which guarantee you bond back. Contact us now at 1300 940 182 for a quote.

An inspection of your rental property is a great chance to demonstrate to your landlord or real estate agent that you’ve taken proper care of their property. With this thorough checklist for cleaning, you will be able to ensure that every aspect of your home is clean and ready for inspection. If you need assistance during the cleaning process Bond Cleaning Chermside provides professional end of lease cleaning services to give you peace of mind and get your bond back in confidence. Contact us via 1300 940 182 for more information.

Find back your bond back and get the most out of your rental inspection. Choose Bond Cleaning Chermside for professional end of lease cleaning services. Our team of expert cleaners will make sure that all areas of your home is meticulously cleaned and ready for the inspection. Book your cleaning today and feel confident about the outcome of your rent inspection. Contact us via 1300 940 182 to learn more.

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