Bond cleaning services, also known as end-of-lease cleaning, are specialized cleaning services designed to ensure that a rental property is cleaned thoroughly before a tenant moves out. This type of cleaning is typically required to get your full bond (deposit) refunded. Bond cleaners usually offer a comprehensive cleaning package that includes all areas of the property, ensuring it meets the landlord or property manager’s expectations.

Here’s a general breakdown of what bond cleaning services usually include:

Common Bond Cleaning Services:

1. Kitchen:

   • Cleaning of oven, stovetop, microwave, rangehood, and all kitchen surfaces.

   • Cleaning inside and outside of cabinets, drawers, and sinks.

   • Scrubbing and sanitizing the countertops and appliances.

2. Bathrooms:

   • Cleaning and sanitizing toilets, showers, bathtubs, sinks, and mirrors.

   • Scrubbing tiles and grout.

   • Emptying and cleaning bathroom bins.

3. Living Areas:

   • Dusting and cleaning of all surfaces, including baseboards, light fixtures, and vents.

   • Vacuuming carpets and mopping hard floors.

   • Cleaning windows (inside and sometimes outside), including window sills and tracks.

4. Bedrooms:

   • Dusting all surfaces including shelves, cabinets, and light fittings.

   • Vacuuming carpets and mopping floors if applicable.

   • Cleaning inside of wardrobes and any built-in storage.

5. Additional Services:

   • Carpet cleaning (often an additional cost).

   • Window cleaning (inside and sometimes outside).

   • High-pressure cleaning for outdoor areas.

   • Pest control (if required).

   • Wall washing (if needed, to remove marks or stains).