Move-out cleaning is your best chance to recover a security deposit. Landlords look for the same items on every walkthrough - plan backward from their inspection list.
Kitchens need degreased range hoods, wiped cabinets, clean oven interiors, and empty, defrosted refrigerators. Scrub grout lines and remove limescale from faucets.
Bathrooms should sparkle: descale shower heads, polish fixtures, bleach grout where needed, and ensure exhaust fans are dust-free.
Living areas and bedrooms: patch small nail holes if allowed, shampoo carpets or steam hard floors, clean inside closets, and wash windows and tracks.
Document everything with timestamped photos before handing keys back. If time is tight, book a move-out deep clean - Clenvica offers checklist-based service aligned with common landlord requirements.