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3 min read · 25 January 2026
Move In Cleaning vs End Of Tenancy Cleaning
Move-in and end of tenancy cleans sound similar but they serve different purposes. Booking the wrong one wastes money.
End of tenancy
Booked by the outgoing tenant or landlord. Aimed at the inventory standard. Includes oven, fridge, cupboards inside, descaling.
Move-in clean
Booked by the new tenant for peace of mind. Focuses on fresh, sanitised surfaces, especially bathrooms, kitchen and floors.
Why some people book both
If a property has been empty for weeks between tenancies, dust builds up. A light move-in clean refreshes the property for arrival day.
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