End of lease cleaning in Fitzroy that respects what's been kept original
If the property has original or delicate features, tell ELM before quoting. The scope and cleaning approach are confirmed around the surfaces actually present.
Thorough where it matters. Clear from the beginning.
A detailed clean
Fitzroy sits within a heritage overlay, and a meaningful share of its rentals still have original cornicing, fireplaces, decorative tiling, or leadlight after long lives as rental properties. The cleaning challenge at handover is doing detailed work on these surfaces without damaging features that have been protected for years.
The right scope
Original Victorian terraces, single-fronted period cottages, converted older apartment buildings, and a smaller share of newer developments. Floor plans tend to be compact, with detailed original joinery and timber that runs throughout.
A clearer handover
A property-manager checklist and details of any original or delicate finishes can help shape the agreed scope. No specialist treatment is assumed without assessment.
More than a surface clean
Once the furniture is gone, every edge, fixture, shelf, and floor is easier to see. ELM's Vacate Clean brings those details into one thorough service. These are common inclusions; your quotation confirms the final scope for your Fitzroy property.
Kitchen
- Cobwebs removed, skirting boards dusted, and windowsills wiped
- Benchtops, sink, taps, and splashback scrubbed and polished
- Cupboards and drawers wiped inside and out when the property is empty
- Stovetop and rangehood exterior cleaned, with filters washed if required
- Oven interior scrubbed, racks and trays washed, and exterior polished, on every end of lease clean
- Dishwasher exterior, switches, and door handles cleaned
Bathrooms and laundry
- Cobwebs removed, skirting boards and exhaust fans dusted
- Toilets cleaned and disinfected inside and out
- Showers, baths, vanities, basins, and taps scrubbed and polished
- Cupboards, drawers, and shelves wiped inside and out when the property is empty
- Mirrors, switches, door handles, and accessories cleaned
- Laundry trough, taps, benches, and folding surfaces cleaned, with cupboards cleaned inside when the property is empty
Bedrooms and living areas
- Mirrors and interior glass surfaces polished
- Blinds, shutters, ceiling fans, and vents dusted
- Accessible high dusting completed with a step ladder
- Window tracks, windowsills, and ledges wiped
- Skirting boards dusted and cobwebs removed
- Switches and door handles cleaned, with wardrobes, cupboards, and shelving cleaned inside when the property is empty
Entrance and floors
- Cobwebs removed from the entrance and front door dusted
- Leaves and loose dirt swept from the front-door entrance
- All rooms and floor areas vacuumed
- Upholstered furniture vacuumed where present
- Hard floors mopped, including tiles, floorboards, and vinyl
- Any separately quoted work confirmed before the booking
Support that continues after cleaning day
Your clean is coordinated by ELM head office, not left between you and an individual cleaner. Report anything that needs attention, with photos, and we respond within one business day. Re-clean support applies to included items, where eligible.
One team from quote to handover
Tell us about the move
Share the rooms, condition, move-out date, access, and any property-manager priorities for your Fitzroy property.
Receive a clear quote
We set out the Vacate Clean inclusions, any additional work, and total before you book.
Your team gets to work
Directly employed, police-checked cleaners work through the confirmed inclusions with the property and its finishes in mind.
Head office stays with you
If an included item needs attention after the clean, our office reviews it against the confirmed scope and coordinates the appropriate next step.
A quote that reflects the clean you actually need
A bedroom count cannot show the condition of the oven, the number of wet areas, or the details your property manager has raised. We use the real property and requested work to confirm the scope and total before you book.
What needs cleaning
The size, layout, number of wet areas, surface types, and current condition shape the work required.
What you want included
Your quote sets out what is included, along with any inspection priorities shared before booking.
What the team needs on the day
Keys, lifts, parking, access instructions, and separately requested services are considered before the quote is confirmed.
Build the right service for the property
What clients say about us
“Had a vacate clean on my townhouse that I'd rented for 3 years. Excellent service, the team was very friendly. The office staff are very helpful and replied to my emails promptly.”
SusanneVacate clean, townhouse“I was hesitant on getting regular cleaners but after my first clean with Elm I am officially converted. They are friendly, professional and fantastic at their work.”
DaneFirst residential clean“Excellent service from start to finish. Booking was easy, the team arrived on time, and they worked efficiently but with great attention to detail.”
JuanDeep clean
Anything that needs attention is answered within one business day
Tell head office about a question, a change, or an included item after a clean, and we respond within one business day. Re-clean support applies to included items, where eligible.
“I have been using Elm cleaning over the last 6+ months and have found them to be responsive and timely in their comms, very easy to deal with and accommodating of my requests. I have mostly had Janine clean my house and her attention to detail is excellent.”
End of lease cleaning in Fitzroy
How do you handle original cornicing, fireplaces, and leadlight?−
Tell ELM about cornicing, fireplaces, leadlight, or another delicate feature before quoting. The material, condition, safe access, and suitable method are assessed before any work is included.
What about original tiling in bathrooms and hallways?+
Original tiling is cleaned with products appropriate for the surface, without abrasives or anything that could damage glaze or grout. We do not try to bleach old grout back to white if doing so risks the tiling itself.
Can you work from an agent checklist for a heritage-listed rental?+
Yes. Send the checklist and details of any delicate or original finishes when requesting a quote so the property scope and suitable methods can be confirmed first.
How long does a Fitzroy terrace clean take?+
The duration depends on the property's size, condition, access, and agreed inclusions. ELM confirms the scope and price in the property-specific quote.
Can you work with my agent's checklist?+
Yes. Send it when requesting a quote. It can help shape the property-specific scope and confirmed inclusions.
How does re-clean support work?+
Report anything that needs attention to head office, with photos, and we respond within one business day. Re-clean support applies to included items in your confirmed inclusions, where eligible.