How Much Does End-of-Tenancy Cleaning Cost?

Understandably, this is the most frequently asked question when we provide an end-of-tenancy cleaning proposal to a customer: exactly what it will cost.

However, unfortunately, there is never a black-and-white answer, as it depends significantly on the specific job in question.

However, once you establish a few essential pieces of information, a fixed-price proposal can be issued immediately.

What is the Average Price of an End-of-Tenancy Clean?

According to Checkatrade, the average cost is £310 nationwide, with a range of £190 to £500.

However, we find that they can be below £190 for a smaller, easier property. This is the most significant factor which affects the cost of an end-of-tenancy clean: the size of the property.

This can often be expressed by the number of bathrooms and rooms in the house, including extras such as conservatories and basements, as well as the type of property, for example, a flat or detached home.

Another factor is the property’s specific location, which affects how easily and quickly individual cleaners can arrive at the property, considering any practical issues such as parking costs and the ability to carry equipment to the site.

So a high-rise flat in the centre of Birmingham with parking restrictions and no lift will be more complex than even a larger property directly from, say, the M42.

The final factor is how far people want to go with the end-of-tenancy clean and whether to include extras, such as window cleaning, oven cleaning, and complete carpet cleaning services.

There may also be various furniture and items left at the property that require attention and possibly replacing. For example, in some shared accommodations and Airbnb rentals, additional items such as towels and bedding, restocking of toilet and kitchen facilities, and consumables can be provided.

In addition, involvement in removing large amounts of rubbish may also increase the cost, as well as using the cleaner’s own cleaning substances and specialist ones for dealing with, for example, stubborn stains.

What’s the Difference Between an End-of-Tenancy Cleaning Quote and Invoice in the UK?

An initial quote is a proposal of the estimated cost before the work actually begins. Ideally, this should be as detailed as possible for a specific job, with a fixed price or at least a range of better and worst-case scenarios depending on the situation.

An invoice for end-of-tenancy cleaning services is issued upon successful completion of the job, detailing the actual payment required from the customer.

This should include the bank details, the party’s correct name, and any necessary items, such as the VAT number. This may have increased or decreased slightly from the original quote due to any additional or less work carried out that both parties agreed to.

Who Pays for an End-of-Tenancy Clean?

The tenant will often need to arrange and complete the actual clean, as they have an obligation under the lease or inventory to hand back the property in a clean and tidy condition.

However, a landlord may need to arrange it directly for a tenant once the house or flat is vacant and they have received their keys back from the tenant.

This may still be necessary for a deeper clean or to rectify a poor clean that the tenant has carried out, which the landlord may attempt to claim back from their rental deposit.

Can a Landlord Charge for an End-of-Tenancy Clean?

By default, they shouldn’t do; however, the specific lease agreement needs to be checked to see if they can in the circumstances.

The tenant must return the property to their landlord in a clean condition. Even if they do, the landlord may still attempt to carry out repairs themselves and try to charge the tenant.

Rather than directly charging such a cost, the landlord will often try to deduct it from the rent deposit, which is returned to the tenant.

Determining the Best Price and Cost for an End-of-Tenancy Clean.

In short, it’s best to give specific details of a job in question to a local cleaning company to get the best and most accurate price as soon as possible.

Therefore, as mentioned above, the size of the property, its location and accessibility, and the extent of cleaning required for specific items are the main factors to confirm.

There should then be a fixed proposal and quote that everyone is clear about and ready to instruct.

Of course, if you need an example of an excellent way to quote for an end-of-tenancy clean, then do contact us here.