What Does a Bond Clean Include?

Bond clean, end of lease clean, exit clean — same job

Bond cleaning, end of lease cleaning, exit cleaning, vacate cleaning and move-out cleaning all describe the same thing: a one-off deep clean of a rental property once the furniture is out, done against a detailed move-out checklist rather than a weekly tidy-up.

The goal is to return the property in the condition it was in at the start of the tenancy, allowing for fair wear and tear under Western Australia tenancy rules. Check your own tenancy agreement and the entry condition report to confirm what applies to your property.

What a bond clean includes, room by room

Kitchen

• ✓Oven cleaned inside, including racks, trays and the door glass
• ✓Cooktop, rangehood and filter degreased
• ✓Cupboards and drawers cleaned inside and out
• ✓Benchtops, splashback, sink and tapware cleaned
• ✓Dishwasher panels and seals wiped
• ✓Skirting boards, switches and door frames wiped

Bathrooms and laundry

• ✓Shower screens, tiles and grout treated for soap scum and surface mould
• ✓Bath, basin, tapware and mirrors cleaned and polished
• ✓Toilet cleaned inside, outside and behind the base
• ✓Vanity and cupboards cleaned inside and out
• ✓Exhaust fan covers and laundry tub cleaned

Bedrooms and living areas

• ✓Wardrobes, shelving and drawers cleaned inside
• ✓Ceiling fans, light fittings and air vents dusted
• ✓Walls spot-cleaned for marks where the paint allows
• ✓Skirting boards, door frames, switches and power points wiped
• ✓Carpets vacuumed, hard floors vacuumed and mopped

Windows, doors and outside areas

• ✓Internal glass, window tracks and sills cleaned
• ✓Flyscreens dusted where they can be removed safely
• ✓Entry doors, door hardware and light switches wiped
• ✓Balcony, patio or garage swept where included in the quote

What is usually quoted as an extra

Some items sit outside a standard bond clean and are quoted separately, so it is worth deciding on them when you request your quote:

• ✓Carpet steam cleaning
• ✓Pest treatment, where your tenancy agreement requires it
• ✓External windows, especially above ground level
• ✓Walls needing a full wash rather than spot cleaning
• ✓Garage, shed, blinds, or rubbish and item removal

What does a bond clean cost in Perth?

There is no single price, because no two properties are in the same condition. A quote is built from the size of the home, the number of bathrooms, the state it is in on the day, and any extras you add.

• ✓Property size: bedrooms and bathrooms are the biggest factor
• ✓Condition: heavy oven grease, mould in wet areas or a long tenancy takes longer
• ✓Furnished or empty: an empty property is faster to clean
• ✓Extras: carpet cleaning, pest treatment, walls, garages, balconies or exterior windows

Review your selected services and pricing before confirming your booking. Changes to property details, access requirements or requested services may affect the final price.

How long does a bond clean take?

Cleaning time varies depending on property size, condition, inclusions and the cleaning team assigned. Book as soon as you know your handover date, and where possible allow a day between the clean and the final inspection so anything flagged can be sorted out.

How to prepare

1. Have the property empty of furniture and personal items
2. Make sure power and water are connected on the day
3. Arrange access — keys, a lockbox or someone on site
4. Have the entry condition report handy so you can compare expectations
5. Decide on carpet cleaning and pest treatment before the booking so it happens in the same visit