When you move out, you must return the property in a similar overall level of cleanliness as at move-in, allowing for normal wear and tear. This usually means:

• all rooms clean and tidy,
• floors vacuumed and, if needed, mopped,
• kitchen cleaned (worktops, cabinets, stove, oven, fridge emptied and wiped, sink, tiles),
• bathroom thoroughly cleaned (toilet, shower, bathtub, sink, tiles, mirrors, drains),
• all rubbish removed from the property and bins emptied,
• personal belongings removed,
• inside of wardrobes and drawers wiped clean.

If the property is left noticeably dirty, with rubbish, grease, limescale, mould or strong odours, the landlord  may arrange a professional cleaning, and the cost can be charged to you or deducted from your deposit.