Commercial end of lease cleaning in Brisbane covers full internal detail — floors, carpets, glass, kitchens, amenities, blinds, light fittings, vents and cupboard interiors — returning the tenancy to the condition recorded in the incoming condition report, fair wear and tear excepted.
- 1Make-good clauses usually require the tenancy returned to its original condition, fair wear excepted.
- 2Carpets, glass, kitchens and wall marks are where deposits get withheld.
- 3Photograph everything before and after — evidence settles disputes.
- 4Book two weeks before handover; last-minute bookings cost more and rush the detail.
The full make good clean scope
Your lease will reference the original condition report. That document, not the landlord's mood on inspection day, defines the standard.
- Carpet steam extraction throughout, including under removed furniture
- Hard floors stripped, sealed or polished where originally sealed
- Internal glass, partitions and mirrors, both sides
- Kitchens — appliances inside and out, cupboards, splashbacks, sinks
- Amenities — full sanitise of toilets, basins, tiling and mirrors
- Skirtings, door frames, switches, vents, light diffusers and blinds
- Storerooms, comms rooms and cupboard interiors emptied and wiped
| Task | Included as standard | Typical add-on cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full detail clean | Yes | — |
| Carpet steam clean | Usually separate | $3 – $6 per sqm |
| Internal & external glass | Internal yes | External $6 – $14 per pane |
| Kitchen degrease | Yes | — |
| Wall wash / mark removal | Spot only | $2 – $5 per sqm |
| Hard floor strip and seal | No | $8 – $15 per sqm |
Timing and sequencing
Cleaning is the last trade. Sequence it after furniture removal, signage removal, cabling strip-out, patching and painting — otherwise you will pay for it twice.
Allow two clear days between the clean and the final inspection so any defects identified can be rectified without breaching your handover date.
- Carpets steam cleaned with certificate
- All internal glass, partitions and mirrors streak-free
- Kitchen appliances degreased inside and out
- Wall scuffs, hooks and adhesive residue removed
- Amenities disinfected and grout detailed
- Before and after photos filed with the agent
Avoiding a dispute
Photograph everything after the clean, request a written completion report from your cleaner, and invite the agent to inspect with you rather than alone. Where a landlord raises an issue, a documented rectification visit is far cheaper than a bond or bank guarantee argument.
Frequently asked questions
Is commercial make good the same as residential bond cleaning?+
No. Commercial make good is governed by the lease and condition report, and can include reinstatement works like removing partitions and patching, which sits beyond cleaning.
How long does an end of lease office clean take?+
A 300 sqm tenancy typically takes a team of three one full day. Larger floor plates with carpet extraction and floor sealing usually run two to three days.
