End of lease cleaning in Perth is one of the most important tasks in your moving-out process. Done well, it's the difference between getting your full bond back and losing hundreds of dollars. This guide covers everything you need to know.
What Is End of Lease Cleaning?
End of lease cleaning — also called bond cleaning or vacate cleaning — is a comprehensive deep clean of a rental property carried out when a tenant moves out. It's designed to restore the property to the condition recorded in the ingoing Property Condition Report, which was completed when you first moved in.
Is It Legally Required?
Not in the sense that you must hire a professional. But the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 (WA) requires you to return the property in a reasonable state of cleanliness. If your lease specifies professional cleaning or carpet steam cleaning, those lease terms are legally binding.
What Does It Cover?
A REIWA-aligned end of lease clean covers every area of the property:
- Kitchen: oven, rangehood, all cupboards inside and out, benchtops, sink, dishwasher
- Bathrooms: shower screen, grout, toilet, vanity, exhaust fans
- All rooms: skirting boards, blind slats, window tracks, wardrobes, light fittings
- Floors: vacuumed and mopped throughout
- Outdoor areas: balcony, alfresco, garage
How Much Does It Cost in Perth?
Average prices for 2025:
- Studio / 1-bedroom: $250–$350
- 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom: $320–$420
- 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom: $400–$580
- 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom: $520–$720
- 5+ bedroom: $700–$1,000+
Carpet steam cleaning is typically $80–$220 extra. See our full 2025 price guide for more detail.
DIY vs Professional
For most Perth tenants, a professional clean is the more cost-effective choice when you factor in the time required, the risk of missing REIWA checklist items, and the absence of a guarantee on DIY work. For a small, well-maintained property with a flexible timeline, DIY is viable. See our full DIY vs professional analysis.
How to Choose a Cleaner
Look for: a bond back guarantee (72-hour minimum), public liability insurance, police-checked cleaners, REIWA checklist confirmation, flat-rate pricing, and verifiable reviews. Read our full guide to choosing a Perth bond cleaner.
When to Book
At least 1–2 weeks before your move-out date. The clean should happen 1–2 days before the exit inspection — after the property is fully vacated.
After the Clean
Take date-stamped photos of every room. Replace any blown light globes. Attend the exit inspection with your cleaning receipt, ingoing condition report, and keys. If any cleaning issue is raised, your bond back guarantee covers the re-clean at no cost.
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