End of tenancy cleaning in Wellington
Move-out cleans are where details get argued over. We work through the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, and the spots property managers actually look at, so the place is ready to hand back.
A properly scoped service
What to expect from end of tenancy cleaning
An end-of-tenancy clean is a handover job, not a quick domestic tidy. The property needs to be empty enough to reach the edges, cupboards, skirting, fittings, and areas normally hidden by furniture. We quote against the property, its condition, and the deadline rather than promising a generic package.
Property managers and landlords can have different expectations, so send us the inspection checklist when one is available. We will identify optional work—such as carpet steam cleaning, wall washing, exterior glass, or rubbish removal—before the booking instead of leaving surprises for handover day.
Every visit
Included in the clean you book.
- Kitchen benches, sink, cooktop, cupboard fronts, and the outside of appliances
- Bathrooms, toilets, and mirrors
- Floors, skirting, switches, and door frames
- Inside empty cupboards and wardrobes
- Tracks, sills, and bins
Only if you add it
Named on the quote, or it is not part of the clean.
- Inside the oven
- Inside the fridge
- Inside windows
- Wall washing
- Carpet steam cleaning
- Rubbish removal
Products and equipment come with the visit.
Tenants, landlords, and property managers at the end of a lease.
A handover, written down
What the quote names before keys go back.
These are real DSkip results. Kitchens, ovens, and cupboards are where a handover is judged. The note beside them is an example of how the scope is written, so the inspection list and the quote match.
Example scope
2-bedroom apartment, empty, keys back Friday.
In the handover clean
- Kitchen benches, sink, cooktop, cupboard fronts, outside of appliances
- Bathrooms, toilets, and mirrors
- Floors, skirting, switches, and door frames
- Inside empty cupboards and wardrobes
Added on this quote
- Inside the oven
- Carpet steam cleaning in both bedrooms and the living room
A separate line if the agent asks
- Inside windows, wall washing, rubbish removal
Send the property manager's checklist and this comes back in writing before the clean is booked. The note includes access, the move-out date, and whether power and hot water are still on.
Our process
Clear from first message to final check.
Share the handover details
Send the address, property size, move-out date, inspection deadline, and any agent checklist or photos.
Confirm the scope
We define the kitchen, oven, bathrooms, cupboards, windows, floors, and any separate carpet or exterior work.
Clean the empty property
The team works systematically once belongings and moving activity are out of the way.
Review before handover
Where timing allows, the result can be checked before keys are returned so concerns are raised promptly.
Scope
What shapes the visit
The visit follows the property. These are the details that most often change the time, equipment, or team required.
- Property size, number of rooms, bathrooms, and storeys
- Whether the home is empty and utilities are still connected
- Grease, soap scale, wall marks, pet hair, and general buildup
- Oven, carpet, window, garage, balcony, or exterior requirements
Before we arrive
How to prepare
A little preparation protects your property and lets the booked time go toward cleaning rather than access or setup.
- 1Remove belongings, food, rubbish, and moving boxes before the clean begins.
- 2Keep electricity and hot water connected and provide reliable access.
- 3Send the property manager's checklist and identify any existing damage.
Real results
Work you can inspect.
Before-and-after photographs from DSkip jobs around Greater Wellington. Open any image for a closer look, or browse the complete gallery.
View all resultsCommon questions
Before you book.
Specific requirements will be confirmed in your quote. These answers cover the questions we hear most often.
Does an end-of-tenancy clean guarantee my bond?
No cleaner can control every bond decision or pre-existing damage. We clean to the agreed scope and recommend sharing the agent's checklist before quoting.
Can you clean the oven and carpets too?
Yes, when they are included in the quote. Oven detailing and carpet steam cleaning require extra time and should be booked before handover day.
When should the clean happen?
After furniture and belongings are removed, but before the final inspection. Avoid scheduling movers and cleaners in the property at the same time.
Can landlords or property managers book directly?
Yes. Provide access, the required standard, invoicing details, and a contact who can answer questions about the property.
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End of tenancy cleaning by suburb
We work across Greater Wellington. Choose your suburb for local service information, nearby coverage, and a quote form prepared for your area.
Inner Wellington
Apartments, villas, and offices from the CBD through the inner suburbs.
Northern Wellington
Johnsonville, the northern hills, and the valley streets through Tawa.
Southern Wellington
Karori, Brooklyn, and the south coast from Island Bay to Owhiro Bay.
Eastern Wellington
The Miramar peninsula, the bays, and the harbour-facing hills.
Lower Hutt
The valley floor from Petone to Stokes Valley, plus Wainuiomata.
Upper Hutt
Larger sections from Silverstream to the top of the valley.
Porirua
The harbour, Titahi Bay, Whitby, and the coast up to Pukerua Bay.
Kapiti Coast
Paekākāriki through Waikanae, scheduled on a Kapiti day.