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Complete room-by-room checklist to help Queensland renters get their full bond back
Moving out of your rental property in Gladstone? Don't leave your bond return to chance. Our comprehensive 84-point bond cleaning checklist covers everything Queensland property managers expect during final inspections.
This professional checklist is based on RTA (Residential Tenancies Authority) requirements and years of experience cleaning rental properties throughout Gladstone. Whether you're doing the cleaning yourself or hiring professionals, this checklist ensures nothing is overlooked.
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RTA Compliant
Based on Queensland tenancy cleaning requirements
Comprehensive
84 detailed items covering every area of your property
Property Manager Approved
Used by professional cleaners across Gladstone
The Complete 84-Point Bond Cleaning Checklist
Room-by-room breakdown of everything that needs to be cleaned
Kitchen 15 items
- Clean oven thoroughly including racks, trays, glass door, and interior walls
- Degrease and clean stovetop and burner elements
- Clean rangehood including filters and exterior
- Wipe down all benchtops and remove stains
- Clean splashback tiles and grout
- Clean dishwasher interior, filters, seals, and exterior
- Wipe down refrigerator interior and exterior (if applicable)
- Clean microwave inside and out
- Clean sink, taps, and drain
- Wipe down all cupboard doors, handles, and frames (inside and out)
- Clean all drawers inside and out
- Clean pantry shelves
- Remove marks from walls and light switches
- Clean light fittings and globes
- Sweep and mop floors including under appliances
Bathrooms & Toilets 13 items
- Scrub shower recess, screen, and remove soap scum and mould
- Clean shower head and taps
- Clean bathtub including jets and seals
- Scrub toilet bowl, seat, cistern, and base (including behind)
- Clean vanity including basin, taps, and drain
- Clean and polish mirrors and remove watermarks
- Wipe down all cupboards and drawers inside and out
- Clean exhaust fan and light fittings
- Remove mould and clean tiles and grout
- Clean towel rails and toilet roll holders
- Wipe down walls, doors, and light switches
- Sweep and mop floors including corners and edges
- Clean bathroom cabinets inside and out
Bedrooms 12 items
- Remove cobwebs from ceiling and corners
- Dust and clean ceiling fans
- Clean light fittings and globes
- Wipe down all walls and remove marks
- Clean windows, sills, and tracks
- Wipe down window frames and architraves
- Clean wardrobes inside and out including shelves and rails
- Wipe down all doors, handles, and frames
- Clean power points and light switches
- Vacuum or steam clean carpets thoroughly
- Clean skirting boards
- Remove any adhesive marks or stickers
Living Areas & Hallways 12 items
- Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners
- Dust and clean ceiling fans
- Clean all light fittings and globes
- Wipe down walls and remove scuff marks
- Clean all windows inside (frames, glass, sills, tracks)
- Clean blinds or curtain tracks
- Wipe down all doors, handles, and architraves
- Clean air conditioning vents and filters
- Clean power points and light switches
- Vacuum or steam clean carpets
- Sweep and mop hard floors
- Clean skirting boards throughout
Laundry 9 items
- Clean laundry tub inside and out
- Clean taps and drain
- Wipe down washing machine exterior (if applicable)
- Clean dryer lint filter and exterior (if applicable)
- Clean all cupboards and shelves inside and out
- Wipe down benchtops
- Remove lint and dust from behind appliances
- Clean walls, light switches, and power points
- Sweep and mop floors
Outdoor Areas & Other 12 items
- Sweep balcony or patio
- Clean balcony/patio glass and railings
- Remove cobwebs from outdoor areas
- Sweep garage floor
- Remove cobwebs from garage walls and ceiling
- Clean external windows (ground floor, if accessible)
- Sweep outdoor paths and entries
- Clean outdoor light fittings
- Remove rubbish and ensure bins are empty
- Clean letterbox
- Ensure yard is tidy (if applicable)
- Clean pool area (if applicable)
General Throughout Property 11 items
- Remove all cobwebs from every room
- Dust all picture rails and cornices
- Clean all light switches throughout property
- Clean all power points throughout property
- Wipe down all door frames and architraves
- Clean all door handles and locks
- Clean all skirting boards
- Remove all rubbish and personal items
- Ensure property is left in same condition as move-in (fair wear and tear excepted)
- Vacuum all vents and air returns
- Final walkthrough and touch-ups
Bond Cleaning Tips for Gladstone Renters
Start Early
Don't wait until the last day. Bond cleaning typically takes 6-10 hours for a standard 3-bedroom home. Start at least 2-3 days before your final inspection to allow time for touch-ups.
Work Room by Room
Use this checklist to complete one room at a time. This prevents you from feeling overwhelmed and ensures you don't miss any areas. Tick off items as you go.
Consider Professional Help
If you're short on time or the property needs deep cleaning, hiring professional bond cleaners can be cost-effective. At OutClean, we guarantee your bond back or we'll re-clean for free.
Take Photos
Document your cleaning with photos of each room. This provides evidence if there are any disputes about the property's condition during the final inspection.
Don't Forget the Often-Missed Areas
Common areas that fail inspections include: top of cupboards, rangehood filters, window tracks, skirting boards, inside ovens, and cobwebs in corners. Use this checklist to ensure you cover everything.
Frequently Asked Questions
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