End of tenancy cleaning cost in London (2026)

Prices reviewed November 2026

Allow £160 to £260 as a budgeting guide for end of tenancy, 1-bed flat in London; confirm the full scope and price with your contractor. End of tenancy cleans are priced by the property, and are usually done to the standard your agent or landlord checks against.

💷 Typical end of tenancy cleaning prices in London

Budget for an empty property and an agreed checklist. Confirm whether the price includes VAT, appliances, carpets, parking and any re-clean offer, including its deadline and exclusions.
End of tenancy, 1-bed flat	£160 to £260
End of tenancy, 2-bed flat	£220 to £350
End of tenancy, 3-bed house	£320 to £500

What changes the price

The number of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Whether the oven, carpets and windows are included.
The condition the property was left in during the tenancy.
How soon you need it done: short notice may cost more.
A re-clean guarantee, which some cleaners include.

How long it takes

An end of tenancy clean of a one-bedroom flat usually takes four to six hours, and a three-bedroom house a full day or two cleaners.

How to pay less

Book as soon as you know your move-out date, so you have time to compare.
Share the check-in inventory so the cleaner works to it.
Check whether carpet cleaning is included or extra.

Before you hire

Ask for a written checklist that matches your inventory or check-out report.
Ask whether they will return to re-clean if your agent or landlord is not satisfied, and for how long that offer lasts.
Ask how they would help you with a deposit dispute, and read the terms of any deposit-back guarantee.
Ask whether the price includes the oven, carpets and windows, or whether those cost extra.
Book the clean for after you have moved out and before the check-out inspection.

💬 Questions about end of tenancy cleaning costs

Will an end of tenancy clean get my deposit back?

No cleaner can guarantee your deposit back. A re-clean offer covers cleaning issues only, under its own terms. Check the deadline and exclusions, and keep evidence of the property condition at check-in and check-out.

Should I share my inventory with the cleaner?

Yes. Send them the check-out list or the inventory so they clean to what your agent will look for.

Do I need carpet cleaning too?

Ask whether carpet extraction is needed to restore the agreed cleanliness standard and have it priced separately. Professional cleaning is not automatically compulsory just because a tenancy agreement mentions it.

Can my landlord require professional end of tenancy cleaning?

In England, a landlord or agent cannot require you to pay for a professional clean as a tenancy fee. You may still need to return the home to the agreed cleanliness standard, allowing for fair wear and tear. Compare your inventory and photographs; our cost guide links to London City Hall guidance.

What should a move-out cleaning quote include?

Ask for the total property price, appliance interiors, internal windows, products, equipment, VAT and any parking charge. Check whether carpets are extra and get any re-clean deadline and conditions in writing.

What is a re-clean guarantee?

Some cleaners will come back at no extra cost if your agent finds something missed within a short window, often 48 hours. It is worth asking about when you compare quotes.

Get end of tenancy cleaning quotes

Use these figures to plan your budget, then compare written quotes for the same work. Your price depends on the job, the size of your home and how soon you need it. Tell us what you need to request up to 3 local quotes; responses depend on availability.

Move-out cleaning: compare the full property price

An end of tenancy clean usually works from an agreed handover checklist rather than a weekly cleaning routine. Empty the property first and share the check-in inventory, photographs and any agreed cleaning requirements. Confirm appliance interiors, internal windows and carpet treatment separately.

Fantastic Services advertises standard starting prices of £238 for one bedroom and £275 for two bedrooms, with different membership prices and optional extras. These are examples from one London provider, not averages or HouseBFF offers. Our ranges are editorial budgets; a furnished home, extra bathrooms or a different condition may cost more.

Can cleaning guarantee my deposit back?

No cleaning booking can guarantee the return of a tenancy deposit. A re-clean offer addresses cleaning issues under its own terms; it does not cover unrelated deductions. London City Hall explains that tenants cannot be required to pay for a professional clean, although the property may need to be returned to the agreed cleanliness standard. Keep check-in and check-out evidence and allow for fair wear and tear.

Sources and price assumptions

Researched by the HouseBFF editorial team on 2026-11-07. Published supplier prices and UK guides are examples, not a survey of London jobs or a HouseBFF quote. Check the linked source for current terms and prices.