Moving out is stressful enough without worrying about whether your clean will pass inspection. Property managers in Northeast Victoria follow a structured checklist when they walk through your rental — and they check things most tenants forget about entirely. For an even smoother process, consider a pre-inspection clean to address issues early.
This is the same checklist our team at Green Koala Cleaning works from when we do end of lease cleans. We have broken it down room by room so you know exactly what gets inspected and what you need to get right.
Kitchen
The kitchen is where most bond deductions happen. Property managers spend more time here than any other room.
- Oven interior, racks, and glass door — inside and out. Baked-on grease is the number one fail.
- Rangehood filters pulled out and degreased. Most tenants wipe the outside and leave the filters caked.
- Stovetop and burner rings — underneath as well as on top.
- Splashback — grease film builds up slowly and becomes visible under inspection lighting.
- Sink and tap base — limescale around the base of taps is checked closely.
- Inside all cupboards and drawers — crumbs, stains, shelf liner residue.
- Dishwasher interior, filter, and door seal.
- Fridge cavity if the fridge was included — behind the shelves and in the seal grooves.
- Bin cupboard — odour and staining.
Bathrooms and Toilets
Mould and limescale are what property managers look for in wet areas. They check places you would never think to clean.
- Shower screen — both sides, top to bottom. Water marks on glass are an instant flag.
- Shower recess tiles and grout — mould in grout lines, especially at floor level.
- Exhaust fan cover — dust and mould buildup.
- Behind and around the toilet base — the floor where it meets the pedestal.
- Mirror — edges and corners where spray residue collects.
- Tap bases and handles — limescale buildup in the seams.
- Inside vanity cupboards — water damage and residue.
- Towel rails and hooks — dust on top surfaces.
Bedrooms
- Built-in wardrobe interiors — shelves, hanging rails, floor, and tracks for sliding doors.
- Window tracks and sills — dirt collects in the tracks and is checked at every inspection.
- Ceiling fan blades — dust on top of each blade.
- Light switches and power points — fingerprints and grime.
- Skirting boards — the full perimeter of the room.
- Carpet edges where they meet the skirting — hair and dust accumulate here.
Living Areas
- Window tracks — one of the most commonly missed areas and one of the most commonly flagged.
- Blinds and curtain tracks — dust on individual slats and the top rail.
- Air conditioning filters — pulled out and inspected for dust.
- Light fittings — dead insects and dust inside covers.
- Doors — top edge, handle area, and hinge side.
- Skirting boards and architraves — the full length of every wall.
- Walls — scuff marks, handprints near light switches, and marks behind where furniture sat.
Laundry
- Laundry tub — inside, underneath, and the tap base.
- Dryer vent and lint filter area.
- Behind the washing machine space — lint, dust, and moisture buildup.
- Cupboard interiors — detergent residue and staining.
Outdoor Areas
- Cobwebs around eaves, door frames, and light fittings.
- Front and back door frames — top edge and tracks.
- Garage floor — oil stains and general sweep.
- Letterbox — cleared out and wiped.
Why Most DIY End of Lease Cleans Fail
The most common reason tenants lose part of their bond is not dirt — it is the areas they did not know to clean. Oven door glass with grease between the panels. Window tracks packed with dust. Rangehood filters that have never been removed. Exhaust fan covers with mould spots. If you’re looking for more advice, we’ve also put together 10 end of lease cleaning tips that get your bond back.
A professional end of lease clean covers every one of these areas. At Green Koala, we work through the same checklist your property manager uses — so when they walk through, there is nothing left to flag. We even offer a bond-back cleaning guarantee for your peace of mind.
How to Book
If you are moving out of a rental in Wangaratta, Benalla, Beechworth, Myrtleford, or anywhere across Northeast Victoria, get in touch for a free quote. We will walk through what is needed based on the size of your property and the condition of the spaces. No pressure, no obligation — just a clear price and a thorough clean. Call 0493 295 032 or request a quote online.