End of Tenancy Cleaning Prices in London 2026

Most tenants who lose part of their deposit to cleaning did not leave a dirty flat. They left a flat they had cleaned themselves, and the inventory clerk found the extractor filter greasy, the oven door glass cloudy, or the bathroom grout darker than the move-in photos. Those three items, at £30-£60 each on a typical London deduction schedule, add up to more than the cost of a professional end of tenancy clean.

End of tenancy cleaning in London starts from £156 for a studio flat and £267 for a three-bedroom flat, VAT and all materials included. The job takes three to seven hours depending on property size and condition, and every reputable company offers a 72-hour re-clean guarantee that removes the cleaning question from any deposit dispute entirely.

This guide covers what the service actually costs in 2026 by property type, what the price includes and what it does not, what causes quotes to vary between companies, and how to decide whether professional cleaning is worth it for your specific situation.

Key Takeaways

• End of tenancy cleaning in London starts from £156 for a studio, rising to £267 for a three-bedroom flat, VAT and all materials included
• Carpet cleaning is always priced separately and costs an additional £27-£42 depending on property size
• The kitchen takes the most time and causes the most deposit disputes: oven, extractor and appliance interiors are the items inventory clerks flag most often
• A 72-hour re-clean guarantee is the single most important feature to confirm before booking, as it removes cleaning from any deposit dispute
• Property condition at the time of cleaning, not just property size, is what causes final quotes to differ from starting prices

In this article:

• Key Takeaways
• End of Tenancy Cleaning Price List for London 2026
• What the Price Includes and What It Does Not
  • What is always included
  • What is not included
• What Drives the Cost Up
  • Number of bathrooms
  • Property condition
  • The oven specifically
  • Location in London
  • How to Estimate Your End of Tenancy Cleaning Cost
• 3 Bedroom House End of Tenancy Cleaning Prices in London
• How to Compare End of Tenancy Cleaning Quotes in London
  • End of Tenancy Cleaning Hourly Rates vs Fixed Prices
• Is Professional End of Tenancy Cleaning Worth Paying For?
• Where to Start
• How Samyx Cleaning Can Help
• FAQ
  • How much does end of tenancy cleaning cost for a one-bedroom flat in London?
  • Does end of tenancy cleaning include carpet cleaning?
  • Can I do end of tenancy cleaning myself?
  • Are end of tenancy cleaning prices fixed or can they change?
  • What is the 72-hour re-clean guarantee and why does it matter?
  • How long does an end of tenancy clean take?
  • What is the difference between end of tenancy cleaning and a regular clean?

End of Tenancy Cleaning Price List for London 2026

The table below shows Samyx Cleaning’s current fixed prices for end of tenancy cleaning in London. All prices include VAT, and all materials and equipment are included in the booking. There are no add-on charges after the job.

Property type	End of tenancy cleaning	Carpet cleaning (optional)
Studio flat	From £156	+ £27
1 bedroom flat	From £198	+ £27
2 bedroom flat	From £232	+ £32
3 bedroom flat	From £267	+ £35
4 bedroom flat or house	From £349	+ £42
5+ bedrooms	On request	On request

To get a fixed quote for your specific property, use the Get A Quote button at the top of this page. It takes under a minute and the price you see is the price you pay. VAT included, no add-ons after booking.

These are starting prices based on a property in reasonable condition with a standard number of bathrooms for that size. A two-bedroom flat with two bathrooms will be quoted higher than one with a single bathroom. A property where the oven has not been properly cleaned in two years will take longer than one maintained throughout the tenancy.

For comparison, the London market in 2026 runs from around £120-£140 for a studio with budget providers to £220-£260 with mid-range companies. The gap between budget and mid-range is almost always the guarantee. Budget providers rarely offer a 72-hour re-clean, which means their lower price comes with the risk sitting entirely with you.

London end of tenancy cleaning prices are typically 15-25% higher than the UK national average. The reasons are straightforward: higher operating costs, congestion charge zones, restricted parking in most residential areas, and a letting market where inventory clerks apply stricter standards because the properties command higher rents. A quote that looks cheap by London standards may simply reflect a lower standard of work or a missing guarantee.

One timing point worth knowing before you book: schedule the clean for at least 48-72 hours before your checkout appointment or key handover, not after. Letting agents often arrange the inventory check for the same day as key return. If the clean happens the morning of checkout and the agent arrives two hours later, there is no time to address anything that is flagged. Booking a day ahead removes that risk entirely.

Under the Tenancy Deposit Protection rules, your landlord has 10 days from the end of the tenancy to return your deposit or raise a formal dispute. A professional cleaning invoice with a 72-hour guarantee on file means that if they raise a dispute on cleaning grounds, you have documented evidence that the property was professionally cleaned to a defined standard.

What the Price Includes and What It Does Not

What is always included

A professionally priced end of tenancy clean covers the entire property from top to bottom, following the same checklist that letting agents use at checkout. This is what separates it from a regular clean.

The kitchen receives the most time and attention. Every surface and appliance is cleaned to a standard that will pass an inventory check, including areas that get missed in a normal weekly clean:

• Inside the oven including racks, door glass and removable trays
• Extractor hood, vents and filters degreased and dried
• Hob, grill and gas ring knobs degreased thoroughly
• All cabinets and drawers cleaned inside and out, including top edges and the space above wall units
• Washing machine dispenser drawer, filter cover and door seals cleaned
• Dishwasher interior scrubbed, filter housing cleared, rubber seal wiped
• Worktops, sink and taps descaled and polished
• Wall tiles degreased, descaled and polished
• Skirting boards, radiators, sockets and switches wiped

These are the items that trigger deductions. Inventory clerks check them specifically because tenants most often miss them.

Bathrooms are fully descaled. In London’s hard water areas this matters more than people realise. Limescale builds on taps, shower screens, tile grout and toilet bowls faster than in most parts of the UK. Run your fingernail across a shower screen that has not been descaled in several months. The chalky residue does not wipe off with a cloth and standard spray. It requires an acid-based descaler left to dwell for several minutes before it can be removed. Letting agents know what London limescale looks like and they note it on the inventory.

Bedrooms, living rooms, hallway and stairs receive a detailed clean that covers:

• Inside wardrobes and cupboards, including top surfaces where dust accumulates
• Behind radiators
• Curtain rails, light fittings, sockets and skirting boards
• Door frames including the top of the door
• Mirrors polished streak-free

These are areas a tenant’s own cleaning tends to skip, and they appear on agency checklists for exactly that reason.

What is not included

These items are not part of the standard price and need to be confirmed or added separately:

• External window cleaning (internal windows, sills and frames are included)
• Carpet and upholstery cleaning (always priced separately as it requires different equipment)
• Wall washing for heavy marks or scuff damage
• Balcony and external terrace cleaning

Two things worth planning in advance: fridge and freezer cleaning requires the appliance to be fully defrosted before the team arrives. If it is still running on the day, the inside cannot be cleaned properly. And if the letting agent’s checklist includes the balcony, confirm this when booking so it can be quoted correctly.

What Drives the Cost Up

Number of bathrooms

Property size is the headline figure, but the number of bathrooms is often what changes the actual quote. A two-bedroom flat with two bathrooms takes significantly longer than the same size flat with one. Bathrooms are the most labour-intensive rooms to clean properly: full descaling of all fixtures, grout scrubbing and rinsing, toilet descaling and disinfection, mirror polishing, floor disinfection. Each additional bathroom adds 45 minutes to an hour.

When getting quotes, always specify the number of bathrooms. A company that quotes on bedroom count alone without asking about bathrooms is either guessing or will adjust the price on arrival.

Property condition

A property cleaned regularly throughout the tenancy will reach inspection standard in three to four hours for a one-bedroom flat. A property where the oven has not been cleaned since move-in, where the extractor filter has never been removed, where limescale has built up over two or three years, and where the top of the kitchen cupboards has not been touched will take considerably longer.

Most reputable companies ask about condition at booking and quote accordingly. If they do not ask, the quote may be revised on arrival. Being honest about condition upfront results in an accurate quote and no surprises on the day.

The oven specifically

The oven is worth mentioning separately because it is the single item most likely to affect both the time and the price. A lightly used oven cleaned periodically is straightforward. An oven with years of baked-on carbon on the roof, door glass, and around the seal takes two to three times longer. Some companies charge for oven cleaning as a separate line item regardless of condition. Always confirm whether it is included in the base price.

Location in London

Properties in central zones or areas with restricted parking, such as Islington, Chelsea or Canary Wharf, may carry a small fixed surcharge for congestion charge or parking costs. This should be stated transparently in the quote, not added afterwards.

How to Estimate Your End of Tenancy Cleaning Cost

If you want to estimate the cost before requesting a quote, use this framework:

Cost component	When it applies	Amount
Base price	Always	See price list above
Bathroom surcharge	More bathrooms than standard for property size	£20-£35 per extra bathroom
Condition surcharge	Oven not cleaned in over a year, or significant limescale buildup	£20-£50
Carpet cleaning	If required	£27-£42 depending on property size
Congestion or parking	Central London zones or restricted parking areas	£5-£15 fixed

For most one and two-bedroom London flats in reasonable condition, the final price lands within 10-15% of the base starting price. The biggest variable is always the oven and the number of bathrooms.

3 Bedroom House End of Tenancy Cleaning Prices in London

Three-bedroom properties generate more pricing questions than any other size, because the range is wider and the variables are more significant.

For a three-bedroom flat, Samyx starting prices are from £267. A three-bedroom house is typically quoted higher for predictable reasons: more floor space, usually a larger kitchen, frequently a downstairs toilet or cloakroom in addition to the main bathroom, and a hallway with stairs that requires specific attention on the banister, spindles, and stair risers.

The market range for a three-bedroom property in London runs from around £200 with budget providers to £400 with premium services. The spread is explained almost entirely by two things: whether oven cleaning is included in the base price, and whether a 72-hour re-clean guarantee is offered.

A company quoting £200 for a three-bedroom property that excludes oven cleaning and offers no guarantee is not cheaper. The oven alone can cost £60-£80 as a separate booking, and if the inspection fails on any item, the cost of resolving the dispute falls entirely on you.

For houses specifically, always confirm whether the staircase and any additional toilets are included in the quote. They should be. If a company asks you to add these as extras, the headline price is not comparable to companies that include them as standard.

Houses also often have areas that flats do not: a back door with glazed panels that collect grime, a utility room, a downstairs cloakroom with a toilet that gets missed, and sometimes a shed or outbuilding if the inventory includes external areas. If any of these appear on your original inventory as items the landlord recorded at move-in, they need to be returned to the same standard. Confirm with the cleaning company whether these are in scope before the job.

How to Compare End of Tenancy Cleaning Quotes in London

Getting three quotes for a larger property is sensible. When comparing them, the headline price is the least useful number. These five questions separate equivalent services from ones that look similar on paper but carry very different risk:

Question	Why it matters
Is VAT included?	Some companies advertise ex-VAT prices. The final amount is 20% higher.
Is oven cleaning included?	Many budget providers exclude it. A dirty oven is one of the most common reasons for a failed inspection.
Is there a 72-hour re-clean guarantee?	Without it, a failed inspection is entirely your problem regardless of what you paid.
Is the quote fixed or hourly?	Hourly billing on a property in poor condition has no ceiling.
Is carpet cleaning included or extra?	Almost always extra, but it should be clearly stated upfront.

The 72-hour guarantee deserves more explanation because many tenants do not understand how it works in practice. When your cleaning company provides a guarantee, you submit the company’s invoice to your letting agent if the inventory clerk flags anything. If the flagged item appears on the agreed cleaning list, the company returns to correct it within 72 hours at no charge. The question of whether the property is clean enough is no longer between you and your landlord. It is between your landlord and the cleaning company’s documented guarantee.

Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, landlords cannot require you to use a specific cleaning company. You can choose your own. What they can require is that the property is returned to the standard documented at the start of the tenancy. A professional clean with a guarantee is the most straightforward way to meet that standard and document that you have done so.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Hourly Rates vs Fixed Prices

Some companies quote end of tenancy cleaning at an hourly rate rather than a fixed price. This is worth understanding before booking.

An hourly rate for end of tenancy cleaning in London typically runs from £15-£25 per cleaner per hour. For a one-bedroom flat with two cleaners, that sounds cheaper than a fixed quote of £198. The difference is that a fixed price is guaranteed regardless of how long the job takes. An hourly rate is not. If the property is in worse condition than expected, or if the oven takes an extra hour, the final bill grows. More importantly, hourly billing rarely comes with a re-clean guarantee, because the company has no fixed scope of work to stand behind.

For end of tenancy cleaning specifically, a fixed price is almost always the better option for the tenant. You know what you are paying before the team arrives, and you know what the guarantee covers. An hourly quote with no defined scope is not comparable to a fixed quote with a documented checklist and a 72-hour re-clean.

Is Professional End of Tenancy Cleaning Worth Paying For?

The average end of tenancy cleaning cost in London for a one-bedroom flat sits between £180 and £230 in 2026. For a two-bedroom flat, expect £220-£290.

Whether that is worth paying depends on a practical calculation. What is your deposit worth, how confident are you that your own cleaning will pass each line item on the agency checklist, and how much is your time worth in the days before a move when you are already managing removals, utility transfers, address changes, and everything else?

The most common outcome when tenants clean themselves is not a completely failed inspection. It is partial deductions. The oven door glass was not clean enough. The extractor filter was visibly greasy. The grout in the bathroom had not been scrubbed.

A realistic example: a one-bedroom flat in Zone 2, deposit £2,000. The tenant spends a full Saturday cleaning and considers it done. The inventory clerk notes three items: oven interior not to standard (£65 deduction), extractor filter visibly contaminated (£40), limescale on bathroom taps and shower screen (£35). Total deduction: £140. The professional clean would have cost £198 and included a 72-hour re-clean guarantee. The tenant is £140 down with no recourse, having spent a full day cleaning, and they are still £58 short of what a professional clean would have cost.

That scenario plays out in London letting offices regularly. The cleaning company does not need to be cheap to be the right choice. It needs to cost less than the expected deduction and come with a guarantee.

Run through the areas an inventory clerk will check in your property:

• Oven interior and door glass
• Extractor filter
• Inside dishwasher and washing machine
• Limescale on bathroom taps, shower screen and toilet
• Grout condition
• Top of the kitchen cupboards
• Behind radiators

If all of those are genuinely clean right now, doing it yourself is a reasonable choice. If any are uncertain, the maths favour a professional booking.

Where to Start

Your checkout is in the next three to five days. Book immediately. Most London companies including Samyx can fit a booking within 24-48 hours. When you book, specify the property size, number of bathrooms, and the current condition of the oven. That is all the information needed for an accurate quote.

You have two to three weeks and want to compare options. Get three fixed quotes. Ask each company whether VAT is included, whether oven cleaning is in the base price, and whether there is a 72-hour re-clean guarantee. Those three questions will quickly separate the reliable providers from the ones quoting a low number that grows after booking.

Your landlord has already flagged issues after a DIY clean. Check whether the flagged items would be covered by a professional company’s guarantee. If so, book immediately and tell the company exactly what was flagged. Most post-inspection situations can be resolved within 24-48 hours, and a company invoice is usually sufficient to close the dispute.

You are not sure whether professional cleaning is necessary. Go through the areas inventory clerks check most often: oven interior, extractor filter, limescale on all bathroom fixtures, grout condition, inside appliances, top of kitchen cupboards, and door tops. If any of those are not in genuinely clean condition, a professional booking is the lower-risk option.

How Samyx Cleaning Can Help

Samyx has been providing end of tenancy cleaning across London for over 10 years. Every booking is quoted as a fixed price with VAT included, with all materials and equipment covered. Every booking includes a 72-hour re-clean guarantee: if the inventory clerk flags any item on the agreed list within 72 hours, we return to correct it at no charge.

Prices start from £156 for a studio. Use the Get A Quote button at the top of this page to check availability for your postcode. It takes under a minute.

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