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When it’s time to vacate a rental property, most tenants/renters in Melbourne are focused on the big tasks, such as setting up the new house, transferring utilities, booking movers, and packing belongings. Amid all of this, end of lease cleaning often takes a backseat, leading to unnecessary disputes, disagreements and bond deductions. In Victoria, most […]

It’s currently 7:45 p.m., you’ve just finished a long day at work, dinner is still a mystery and your living room looks like a small tornado passed through. The idea of cleaning feels impossible, yet tomorrow’s inspection is looming like a dark cloud in your mind. If this situation sounds relatable to you, you are […]

After the eerie excitement fades and the false cobwebs settle; your home may appear more haunting than festive. The aftermath of a Halloween event, which includes sticky candy wrappers, candle wax spills, and confetti trails, can be daunting. But, before you grab those harsh chemical cleansers, think about going green this year for your home, […]

When your lease ends in Melbourne, the pleasure of moving into a new space can quickly be replaced by the stress of the final inspection. This crucial stage determines, whether you will recover your bond or lose some of it owing to cleaning concerns. Many tenants underestimate how thorough real estate agents can be, during […]

Losing your hard earned bond money is one of the most unsettling scenarios in a tenant’s life. In Victoria, the security deposit is equal to four weeks’ rent, and landlords can deduct it if you return the property in an unkempt condition at the end of your tenancy. This can even lead to awful disputes […]

Preparing a rental home for the final inspection can be an uphill battle for the majority of tenants/renters in Melbourne. The task goes beyond eliminating visible dust, grime or stains. In Victoria, where real estate agents are strict during inspections, tenants must adhere to the pre determined checklist and tackle stains from almost all surfaces […]

As a tenant, your end of lease cleaning goals are focused on getting your bond deposit back, but for the landlord the aim is to protect the property’s long term value. Hence, their focus isn’t random; it’s guided by areas that show wear, tear and cleanliness most clearly. So, it’s not enough to just tidy […]

Did you know that cleaning is one of the key reasons behind awful rental disputes at the end of a tenancy? Landlords/property managers in Victoria have set strict cleanliness standards, making it challenging for renters to pass the final inspection. This could lead to unwanted bond deductions, penalties and disputes. Whether you’re vacating a studio […]

Most tenants are surprised to learn that disputes over cleaning are one of the leading causes of bond deductions at the end of a lease. Should carpets be steam cleaned? Do tenants have to wash curtains or scrub walls? What exactly does “reasonably clean condition” mean? By clarifying the rights and responsibilities you have as […]

Have you spent hours cleaning your floors only to step back and see that you are left with streaks, smudges and dull patches? Yes. This is a story common to most people who have worked with traditional mops. Streaks happen when there is too much water or cleaner on the mop, or when residue builds […]