Vacating a home in Adelaide can be a very stressful experience for tenants. On average, tenants in Australia move out of each home every 4.5 years. From relocating the furniture and finding a new place, it is a dreadful experience. But above all, getting the entire bond back can be a nightmare.  “Reasonably clean condition” quoted by the real estate agent means different things for different individuals. But it usually means, leaving the property as it was. Many tenants book a professional end of lease cleaning In Adelaide to get the job done, but is it a legal requirement to get professional cleaners at the end of the lease? The simple answer is ‘No’.

Following a few steps outlined in this article may help you get your bond back in full, without any hassle.

Clean steady, leave tidy

Leaving out everyday cleaning duties and cramming them into the end of the lease period could end up costing extra to tenants, as it will become a tedious job. Instead, tenants should stick to a short, 10 min everyday schedule. Whether it is one kitchen drawer or a bathroom shelf each day, it helps in the long run, especially while moving out.

Pay extra attention to each room

Once in a while, you might have to sweat to get the job done. Thoroughly clean each room once in two months, if possible. Never leave a spot unturned like under the bed and furniture gaps.

Pay attention to kitchen utensils and drawers fortnightly or monthly to ensure stains don’t build up. And don’t forget to sweep and mop the floors outside the house once in a while.

When you sweat while cleaning the entire home before handing over the keys to real estate agents, it’s a good idea to move the furniture. Debris and dirt could have built up under them and removing them early on can help in getting the bond back in full.

But why Professional Cleaners for End of lease cleaning?

If the tenants think that they haven’t maintained the property well, or don’t want to end up cleaning the property for three to four days straight, it’s a good idea to hire professional cleaners.

Reputable professional cleaning services like ours come with a 7-day bond back guarantee, meaning if the real-estate agent requests a revisit, the professional cleaners will get it done with no extra charges.

Most real estate agents require steam cleaning for carpets, but tenants will never be able to do it on their own. That is one other reason to get professional cleaners in Adelaide.

Moreover, tenants moving interstate or overseas could end up losing a part of the bond, if recleaning is required and they can’t do it by themselves. But professional cleaners can take care of that situation for tenants while the tenants can sit back, relax and focus on relocating.

Therefore, it’s always a good idea to consider booking a reputable professional cleaning service like ours for a smooth transition.

Some extra tips

1. Refer to the condition report of the property when the tenant moved in, for reference These reports will have details of any damages and tears to the property, even before the tenant moved in (pictures included in them could come really handy).
2. Report the issues as you go. Created a dent in the wall? Don’t drag it up to the last minute. Report it as soon as possible.