Guide
End-of-lease cleaning in Lisbon: what landlords expect
Getting your deposit back in Lisbon often comes down to one thing: how the flat looks at the final walkthrough. End-of-tenancy cleaning is priced like other cleaning jobs on Kwickly — generally starting from the €6-10 per hour range for standard cleaning, with a bigger budget for the deeper detail a move-out clean usually needs. Post the job with your move-out date and get matched with a nearby Task Doer.
What landlords typically check at a walkthrough
- Kitchen — oven, hob, extractor fan, and inside cupboards
- Bathroom — grout, tiles, and limescale
- Floors and skirting boards throughout
- Windows, sills, and marks on walls
- Any damage or missing items noted in the original inventory
How to book an end-of-lease clean
Post the job with your move-out date, the size of the flat, and your own budget — mention that it's for an end-of-tenancy inspection so the Task Doer knows the standard expected. Payment is only released once you confirm the clean is done, so you can check it against your own walkthrough checklist first.
What to budget
End-of-tenancy cleans generally need a larger budget than a routine clean, since they cover areas a normal clean skips — ovens, grout, and inside cupboards among them. As a general guide, standard cleaning in Lisbon runs around €6-10 per hour; a move-out clean is priced the same way, just with a bigger budget for the extra scope. You set the price when you post.
Frequently asked questions
How is an end-of-lease clean different from a regular clean?
It covers detail a routine clean usually skips — ovens, grout, inside cupboards — because it's judged against a landlord's walkthrough, not everyday tidiness.
Should I book it before or after I move my things out?
After — it's much easier, and more thorough, to clean an empty flat. Book the clean for after your belongings are out but before the final walkthrough.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the size of the flat and how much detail is needed. Standard cleaning in Lisbon runs around €6-10 per hour as a general guide — you set your own budget when you post the task.
Does this guarantee I'll get my deposit back?
No — Kwickly doesn't guarantee landlord decisions on deposits. A thorough clean addresses one common reason deductions happen, but the rest is between you and your landlord.
Are Kwickly's cleaners verified?
All Kwickly users are phone-verified. All Task Doers are identity-verified. Kwickly doesn't run background checks or verify licences or insurance.