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End of Tenancy Inspection Guide
Prepare for a checkout with clear records and a realistic distinction between cleanliness, condition and repair.
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Before the appointment
Read the check-in inventory and confirm the checkout timing. Complete removals and the agreed cleaning first where possible. Keep records of reported maintenance so existing issues are not confused with the cleaning outcome.
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What the comparison involves
A checkout commonly records the condition and cleanliness of rooms, fittings and supplied items against the starting record. Take specific photographs and note any disagreement clearly. A cleaning invoice can document purchased work but does not by itself prove the condition of every surface.
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After the inspection
Request the report through the agreed process and review observations against your evidence. Keep responses factual and specific. If a proposed deposit deduction remains disputed, check the guidance and process of the scheme protecting the deposit.
Further reading
Guidance for rented homes in England. For a dispute, consult the scheme protecting the deposit and its current process.
- GOV.UK: Tenant Fees Act guidance for tenants
- TDS: inventories, check-in and checkout reports
- TDS: professional cleaning at the end of a tenancy
Sources checked on 30 September 2026.
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How should I use this guide?
Start with your own property and records. Use the points above to organise the work and questions, then confirm any purchased cleaning tasks in writing.
Where can I discuss my property?
Call Clean & Go on 020 3404 5155 with the postcode, preferred timing and the areas you want addressed. Availability and the final scope are confirmed when quoting.
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