Moving out of a rental isn’t just about packing boxes and handing over the keys. It’s about leaving the place so clean that your landlord has no reason to hold back your bond. But here’s the truth—most tenants mess it up. Not because they’re lazy, but because they don’t know what “End-of-lease cleaning” actually means in the rental world.
At Best Bond Cleaning, we’ve been through it with hundreds of tenants. We know exactly where people go wrong. So if you want your bond back in full, avoid these common mistakes:
10 Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them?
1. Just Cleaning What’s Visible
Most tenants wipe the benchtops, vacuum the floor, maybe clean the toilet—and think they’re done. But real estate agents aren’t just glancing around. They’re checking skirting boards, window tracks, inside cupboards, behind the oven.
Fix: Either go full deep clean or let a professional team (like us) handle it properly.
2. Leaving It to the Last Minute
People wait until the day they’re moving out to start cleaning. Big mistake. You’ll either rush it or give up halfway through.
Fix: Book your bond cleaning services a day or two before you think to move. It’s way less stressful.
3. Ignoring the Walls and Switches
You get so used to the space, you don’t even notice the marks on walls, doors, or light switches. But trust us—agents notice them straight away.
Fix: Our professional bond cleaners always clean walls and switches. It’s the little things that count.
4. Skipping the Oven
This is the big one. No one wants to clean the oven, and most don’t. But agents always check it.
Fix: Let us scrub it down properly. We’ve got the right gear, and it comes out looking like new.
5. Forgetting About Carpets
Vacuuming alone isn’t enough—especially if you’ve got pets or lived there for a while. Smells, stains, and dirt sink deep.
Fix: If your lease mentions it (and most do), steam cleaning is a must. We’ve got you covered as our experts ensure that you get the best end-of-lease cleaning services.
6. Dirty Windows and Tracks
Another one people don’t think about. But clean windows make a huge difference—and dirty tracks get noticed immediately.
Fix: We clean both sides of the glass and dig into those nasty tracks too.
7. Leaving Dust Everywhere
Ceiling fans, vents, skirting boards—they’re all dust traps. You may not see it, but the agent will.
Fix: We go top to bottom. Nothing gets missed.
8. Leaving Stuff Behind
Old furniture, a few garbage bags, food in the fridge—it might feel harmless, but agents won’t be happy.
Fix: Our experts ensure that the place is 100% empty. That includes bins and rubbish.
9. Not Checking the Place After Cleaning
You might think it’s all done, but unless you do a final walkthrough, you’ll miss something. And the landlord won’t ignore it.
Fix: We do a last-minute check with you or on our own—so there are no surprises and you get the best move-out cleaning services.
10. Saving Money by Skipping Cleaners
Look, we get it—moving is expensive. But skipping professional cleaners to save a few bucks can end up costing your whole bond.
Fix: Our bond back guarantee means you either get it right the first time or we come back for free. Simple.
If you’re moving out and want your bond back without drama, stop cutting corners, Best Bond Cleaning does it properly—no shortcuts, no BS. We’ve been doing this for years, and we know what landlords want to see.
Call us, book a time, and let our professional bond cleaners do all the hard work while you focus on your move. Your bond is worth more than a DIY gamble—let’s get it back together.