Cleaning.
Not the sexiest topic is it? But unless you're prepared to roll up your sleeves
and get down to some serious scrubbing from time to time, you should probably
rethink any plans to invest in a buy-to-let.
Most tenants can't be trusted to leave a property spotless. And though you can hire us as professional cleaners to spruce up the place between lets, if you want it to really sparkle,
you'll need to be hands-on.
Most tenants can't be trusted to leave a property spotless. And though you can hire us as professional cleaners to spruce up the place between lets, if you want it to really sparkle,
you'll need to be hands-on.
Doesn't
matter how clean the place is though, if the walls are grubby it won't look so
good. Some cleaning companies offer a "specialist" wall-cleaning
service, for which they charge extra, usually about £15 per room, but if
your walls are painted all you need is a bottle of Cif, a damp cloth and a bit
of elbow grease (yours or ours) to get them looking nice and fresh.
While we're on the subject of walls, next time you decorate make sure you use a hard-wearing paint like Dulux Endurance and you'll find they're a lot easier to keep clean. I'd recommend using a neutral, off-the-shelf colour (no need to get into fancy mixes), sticking to one colour throughout the whole of the property.
You will need to make sure you have plenty of your neutral paint left over, so that if the walls do get badly scuffed you can spot-paint damaged areas.
If you're letting a property I really think it's important that it is spotless when new tenants move in. They'll take better care of it if they find it in excellent condition - and if they don't, you can charge them for a professional clean when they move out.
As my Nan used to say, where there's muck there's brass, so if you want to make money out of property, you'd better be prepared to get your hands dirty. Literally. Or call us here at Domestic Angels on 01202 267350 and we can do it for you. Call now for a no obligation property survey. We also offer a one stop shop so can organise Oven Clean, Carpets everything to take the strain off you.
While we're on the subject of walls, next time you decorate make sure you use a hard-wearing paint like Dulux Endurance and you'll find they're a lot easier to keep clean. I'd recommend using a neutral, off-the-shelf colour (no need to get into fancy mixes), sticking to one colour throughout the whole of the property.
You will need to make sure you have plenty of your neutral paint left over, so that if the walls do get badly scuffed you can spot-paint damaged areas.
If you're letting a property I really think it's important that it is spotless when new tenants move in. They'll take better care of it if they find it in excellent condition - and if they don't, you can charge them for a professional clean when they move out.
As my Nan used to say, where there's muck there's brass, so if you want to make money out of property, you'd better be prepared to get your hands dirty. Literally. Or call us here at Domestic Angels on 01202 267350 and we can do it for you. Call now for a no obligation property survey. We also offer a one stop shop so can organise Oven Clean, Carpets everything to take the strain off you.
Top Tips
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Clean and disinfect internally and externally fridge (freezer only if
defrosted)
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Wipe down microwave from inside and outside
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Clean inside and outside of washing machine, soap dispenser and filters
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Clean dishwasher from inside and out
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Clean and degrease inside of oven, polish outside chrome
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Clean and polish hob/ grill
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Clean, degrease and polish extractor fan
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Remove mould and grease from wall tiles, wash down and polish
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Clean exterior of all kitchen appliances such as kettle, toaster, etc.
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Wash down and polish all kitchen countertops
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Remove lime scale and polish sink/ shine taps
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Clean windows from the inside; wipe down window sills/ window ledges
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Wipe down all woodwork (doors, door frames, skirting boards)
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Wipe down radiators
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Clean plugs, light switches
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Spot clean walls
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Dispose of all rubbish
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Clean and polish rubbish bins from inside and outside
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Vacuum and wash hard floors
Bathroom
Cleaning
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Clean and polish bath
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Wash shower cabinet/ screen from inside and out/ de-scale and polish
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Clean and disinfect toilet from inside and out
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Wash and de-scale basin/ shine taps
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Wash down tiles and remove mould
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Clean mirrors
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Wipe clean cupboards/shelving/ surfaces
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Clean windows from inside, wipe down window sills/ window ledges
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Wipe down door/ frames/ skirting boards
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Wipe clean towel rail
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Vacuum and sanitise floors
Bedroom
Cleaning
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Remove cobwebs
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Clean coving, picture rail, cornice/ curtain rails
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Clean and polish mirrors, pictures
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Spot clean walls
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Clean plugs, sockets, light switches, lamp shades, light fittings
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Clean fire surround and radiators/ behind radiators
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Wipe down doors and on top of doors
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Wipe down skirting boards all wooden furniture carefully of dust
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Wash windows internally, window sills, window ledges
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Clean inside, outside and on top of cupboards and wardrobes
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Clean behind and under furniture (if furnished accommodation)
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