The cost of end of tenancy cleaning depends mainly on the size of the property, its condition, and extras such as oven, carpet and upholstery cleaning. Access, parking and your timescale can also play a part.
Two flats with the same number of bedrooms can need very different amounts of work, which is why a fixed quote based on your actual property is more useful than a generic price list. Here’s what drives the cost of an end of tenancy clean in Hull and East Yorkshire, and how to get a quote you can rely on.
Key takeaways
- Property size, layout and number of rooms set the baseline.
- Condition is a major variable: grease, limescale, mould and pet hair all add time.
- Ovens, carpets, upholstery and extra areas are often quoted separately.
- A fixed quote agreed before work starts protects you from surprise extras.
- The cheapest quote isn’t good value if it leads to a failed check-out.
What affects the cost of end of tenancy cleaning?
Every quote for end of tenancy cleaning is built from the same basic factors.
Property size and layout
The number of bedrooms, bathrooms and reception rooms sets the baseline. Layout matters too. A three-storey Victorian terrace on the Avenues has more stairs, skirting boards and windows than a modern three-bed semi in Kingswood with the same number of bedrooms.
Condition of the property
A home that’s been cleaned regularly needs far less time than one with built-up grease, heavy limescale, mould or pet hair. Sending honest photos when you ask for a quote helps a company price the job accurately, so there are no surprises on the day.
The oven and kitchen
Ovens vary enormously. A double oven or range cooker with heavy carbon build-up takes much longer than a lightly used single oven. Some companies include a standard oven clean, while others quote a specialist oven clean separately. Extra appliances, such as a large American-style fridge freezer, also add time.
Carpets and upholstery
If the inventory says carpets were professionally cleaned at check-in, you’ll usually need to match it. Carpet cleaning is normally priced by room or area, and upholstery by item, and can be booked as part of the clean or as separate carpet and upholstery cleaning. Our guide to carpet cleaning methods explains why hot water extraction is the usual choice at the end of a tenancy.
Access, parking and timing
Upper-floor flats without a lift and streets with limited or paid parking, such as parts of the city centre and the Old Town, can add time to a job. Very short-notice bookings can also be harder to fit in, so booking early gives you more choice of dates.
What’s usually included, and what’s often extra?
What’s included varies between companies, so always check. As a general guide:
| Usually part of a standard clean | Often quoted as an extra |
|---|---|
| Kitchen cupboards inside and out, worktops, sink and tiles | Heavily carbonised double ovens and range cookers |
| Bathroom descaling, toilet, bath, shower and tiles | Carpet and upholstery cleaning |
| Skirting boards, doors, frames, switches and radiators | Outside windows |
| Interior windows, sills and frames | Garages, sheds and outbuildings |
| Inside the fridge, microwave and other kitchen appliances | Clearing rubbish or belongings left behind |
| Hoovering and mopping all floors | Curtains, blinds or mattresses needing specialist cleaning |
Ask exactly what’s included before you book. Our end of tenancy cleaning checklist is a useful reference when you’re comparing quotes.
Fixed quote or hourly rate: which is better?
Some cleaners charge by the hour, while others give a fixed price for the whole job. For end of tenancy work, a fixed quote is usually the safer choice:
- You know the total before work starts, even if the oven takes longer than expected
- The scope is agreed in advance, so both sides know what finished looks like
- There’s no incentive to rush the job or to stretch it out
We agree a fixed quote before every clean. To get an accurate one from any company, tell them:
- Whether it’s a flat or a house, and the number of bedrooms, bathrooms and reception rooms
- The general condition, with a few photos of the kitchen, oven and bathroom
- Whether you need oven, carpet or upholstery cleaning
- Any extra areas, such as a conservatory, garage, second fridge or balcony
- Parking and access, including stairs and lifts
- Your check-out date and any checklist from the letting agent
Our guide to choosing a cleaner you can trust also covers insurance, vetting and guarantees.
Why the cheapest quote can cost you more
A low quote can mean fewer hours on site, a smaller team or a shorter checklist. If the oven, limescale or skirting boards are missed, the letting agent may deduct the cost of a re-clean from your deposit, and you end up paying twice.
Look for a company that:
- Works to letting-agent and inventory checklists
- Is insured and uses vetted, DBS-checked cleaners
- Offers a re-clean guarantee if something isn’t right
- Brings its own professional equipment and products
You can read how our re-clean guarantee works before you book.
How to keep end of tenancy cleaning costs down
- Clean as you go during the tenancy. Regular descaling and oven wipes stop heavy build-up.
- Empty the property completely before the cleaners arrive, so their time goes on cleaning rather than moving boxes.
- Book only what you need. If the carpets are in good condition and weren’t professionally cleaned at check-in, you may not need carpet cleaning.
- Book early so you can choose a date that fits your check-out.
- Be upfront about condition when you ask for a quote, so the price doesn’t need revisiting on the day.
Timing matters too. Our guide to how long an end of tenancy clean takes shows how to fit it around your move.
Who pays for end of tenancy cleaning: tenant or landlord?
In England, tenants are responsible for returning the property as clean as it was at check-in, allowing for fair wear and tear. Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, a landlord or agent can’t charge a tenant for professional cleaning or make it a condition of the tenancy. We explain the rules in can a landlord make you pay for professional cleaning.
Landlords often book their own clean between tenants to get a property ready to relet. Our guide to void property cleaning covers turning rentals around quickly, and we can invoice landlords and agents directly.
Getting a fixed quote for your end of tenancy clean
Every property is different, so the most accurate way to find out what your clean will cost is to ask. We cover Hull, Beverley and the rest of East Yorkshire, and we agree a fixed price before any work starts.
See what’s included in our end of tenancy cleaning, then send us a few details about your property for a fixed quote.
