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End of Tenancy Guides For London renters
Our end of tenancy cleaning guides answer the questions London renters ask most when a tenancy ends: what a professional clean should cost, what a landlord can and can't charge for, and how to make sure as much of your deposit as possible comes back to you.
(Prices, checklists & your deposit)
- Can a Landlord Charge for Professional Cleaning?Can a landlord charge for professional cleaning? What the Tenant Fees Act 2019 allows, when cleaning can come out of your deposit, and how to dispute it.
- How Much Does End of Tenancy Cleaning Cost in London?What end of tenancy cleaning costs in London in 2026: prices by size from £95, oven and carpet add-ons, parking and CPZ costs, and how to avoid surprises.
- How to Get Your Deposit Back in LondonHow to get your deposit back in London: a step-by-step timeline from giving notice to check-out, cleaning, repairs, the 10-day return rule and disputes.
- End of Tenancy Cleaning Checklist Room by roomRoom-by-room end of tenancy cleaning checklist for London renters: kitchen, oven, bathroom, bedrooms, windows and balcony, plus steps before check-out.
(Cleaning tips)
- How to Clean an Oven for End of TenancyHow to clean an oven for end of tenancy: honest DIY steps, products and safety, what clerks check, and when a £55 professional oven clean is worth it.
- Do I Need Carpet Cleaning at End of Tenancy?Do I need carpet cleaning at end of tenancy? When your check-in report makes it expected, vacuuming versus a deep clean, pets, and what it costs.
- End of Tenancy Cleaning Mistakes Clerks SpotEnd of tenancy cleaning mistakes that cost deposits: the oven glass, extractor filter, limescale, skirting and tracks that check-out clerks look at first.
- How to Remove Limescale Before Moving OutHow to remove limescale before moving out: safe methods for taps, shower screens, shower heads, kettles and toilets in London's hard water areas.
(Deposits & the law)
- Black Mould End of Tenancy: Who Is Responsible?Black mould end of tenancy in a London flat: the difference between cleaning and disrepair, who is usually responsible, and how to protect your deposit.
- Is End of Tenancy Cleaning Compulsory?Is end of tenancy cleaning compulsory? What the Tenant Fees Act 2019 says, how to read a professionally cleaned clause, and when a cleaner is worth hiring.
- How to Split a Deposit in a FlatshareHow to split a deposit in a flatshare: joint tenancies, agreeing deductions with housemates, replacing a sharer, and splitting the cleaning cost fairly.
(Moving out)
- How Long Does an End of Tenancy Clean Take?How long does an end of tenancy clean take? Typical times by property size, what makes it longer, and how to book it around your check-out appointment.
- Moving Out Checklist London: From Notice to Handing Back KeysA moving out checklist for London renters: what to do 4 weeks, 2 weeks, 1 week and the day before you leave, plus booking the clean and your deposit.
- What Does an Inventory Clerk Check at Check Out?What does an inventory clerk check at check out? A room by room guide to the report, how it is compared with check-in, photos and fair wear and tear.
Guides to end of tenancy cleaning and deposits
Start with the end of tenancy cleaning cost guide for prices by property size, add-ons and the London costs to plan for. Our guide to whether a landlord can charge for cleaning explains the Tenant Fees Act 2019 and fair wear and tear, and how to get your deposit back in London walks through the process from giving notice to the money arriving.
Practical tools
If you are cleaning yourself, our end of tenancy cleaning checklist follows the order a check-out clerk works in. If you'd rather hand it over, see our fixed prices, every one backed by our 72-hour re-clean guarantee.
Tell us the property size and move-out date and we'll send a fixed price, usually the same day.
01Are these guides legal advice?
No. They are general information about renting in England, written to help you understand the process and the common rules. Every tenancy is different, so for advice on your own situation, speak to Shelter, Citizens Advice or a qualified adviser, and check your tenancy agreement and deposit scheme's own guidance.
02Do the guides apply outside London?
The legal points, such as the Tenant Fees Act 2019 and tenancy deposit protection, apply across England. The prices, parking and access sections are written for London, where controlled parking zones, the Congestion Charge and concierge buildings all affect how a move-out clean is arranged.
03Where do I start if my tenancy ends soon?
Read the deposit guide first for the timeline, then check your check-in report against our checklist. If you decide to book a professional clean, the cost guide explains what to expect and how to avoid surprise charges, and our prices page gives a fixed price for your property size.