Your Complete Bond Cleaning Guide
Moving out of a rental property in Brisbane? Bond cleaning (also called end-of-lease cleaning) is crucial for getting your full deposit back. Our team handles hundreds of bond cleans every year, and here's our proven checklist.
Kitchen
- Deep clean oven interior, racks, and trays
- Clean range hood and filters
- Wipe all cupboard interiors and exteriors
- Clean behind and under the fridge
- Sanitise countertops and backsplash
- Descale and clean sink and taps
- Clean dishwasher interior
Bathroom & Toilets
- Scrub and sanitise toilets inside and out
- Clean shower screens, remove all soap scum
- Clean tile grout (re-grout if necessary)
- Polish all mirrors and fixtures
- Clean exhaust fans
- Wipe all surfaces and cabinets
Bedrooms & Living Areas
- Vacuum all carpets (steam clean if required)
- Mop all hard floors
- Clean all light fixtures and switches
- Wipe skirting boards and door frames
- Clean built-in wardrobes inside and out
- Clean windowsills, tracks, and glass
Outside
- Sweep balconies and patios
- Clean exterior windows (if accessible)
- Remove any cobwebs
- Clean garage floor if applicable
Final Touches
- Replace any blown light bulbs
- Remove all personal belongings
- Patch small nail holes in walls
- Clean air conditioning filters
Pro Tip: Book your bond clean at least a week before your final inspection. This gives you time to address any issues the property manager may raise. DN Professional Cleaning offers a bond-back guarantee — if the property manager isn't satisfied, we'll re-clean for free.