End-of-Lease Cleaning Checklist for Roommates

Getting your deposit back requires the place to be as clean as when you moved in — or better.

Kitchen: Clean all appliances inside and out, degrease the stovetop, and scrub the sink and counters.

Bathroom: Descale the showerhead, clean grout, scrub the toilet, and polish mirrors.

General: Patch nail holes, touch up paint if allowed, steam-clean carpets, and clean windows.

Divide tasks using HomeCo's chore tracker so everyone does their fair share before the final inspection.

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