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Bond Cleaning Checklist WA — The REIWA Standard Explained

Published May 2025  |  5 min read

In Western Australia, property managers use the REIWA Property Condition Report as the standard for exit inspections. This checklist is based on that document — if your property meets this standard, you've met the requirement to return the property in a reasonable state of cleanliness.

Kitchen Checklist

  • Oven — cavity clean, racks clean, door glass clear, seal wiped, drawer clean
  • Cooktop — burners, drip trays, and surrounding surfaces grease-free
  • Rangehood — filters degreased, interior clean, exterior wiped
  • Dishwasher — filter clean, interior wiped, door seal clean
  • Microwave — interior and exterior clean
  • All cupboards — shelves wiped, drawers clean inside and out
  • Benchtops — clean and dry
  • Splashback — grease-free
  • Sink — clean, taps polished, drain clear
  • Window sill and track clean
  • Floor swept and mopped

Bathroom / Ensuite Checklist

  • Shower screen — no soap scum or water marks
  • Tiles and grout — no mould or heavy staining
  • Shower floor or bath — clean, drain clear
  • Toilet — bowl (under rim), seat, lid, cistern exterior, base
  • Vanity — basin, taps, cabinet inside and out, mirror
  • Exhaust fan cover — removed and cleaned
  • Floor mopped including behind the toilet

Bedroom / Living Area Checklist

  • Wardrobe — shelves, rail, tracks, door faces inside and out
  • Blinds — each slat individually, both sides
  • Window sills and tracks — dust and debris cleared
  • Skirting boards — along all walls including behind furniture
  • Light fittings and ceiling fans — dusted
  • Light switches and power points — wiped
  • Walls — spot cleaned for marks
  • Floors — vacuumed and mopped

Laundry

  • Tub clean, taps polished, drain clear
  • Cupboards and shelving wiped
  • Floor swept and mopped
  • Appliance space clean if leaving machines

Outdoor / General

  • All light globes working
  • All keys and remotes returned
  • All rubbish removed
  • Smoke detectors functional
  • Air conditioning filters cleaned
  • Garage floor swept, door clean
  • Balcony or alfresco swept and cleaned

This checklist forms the basis of our professional bond cleaning service. Every item above is addressed on every clean we do — and backed by our bond back guarantee.

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