Skip to content If you are moving out and trying to work out the end of tenancy cleaning cost, you have probably found quotes ranging from £120 to well over £400 for what sounds like the same job. That spread is not random — it comes down to property size, what is included, and whether the company guarantees the result.
Here are the real 2026 numbers for Liverpool and Merseyside, what moves the price, and how to work out whether paying for a professional clean is actually cheaper than losing part of your deposit.
Short answer: most Liverpool tenants pay £140 to £320 for a full end of tenancy clean, depending on property size. Add £75–£175 if carpets need professional cleaning.
End of tenancy cleaning prices by property size
| Property | Typical hours | Liverpool range (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio flat | 3–4 | £110 – £160 |
| 1 bedroom | 4–5 | £140 – £190 |
| 2 bedroom | 5–7 | £170 – £240 |
| 3 bedroom | 7–9 | £220 – £310 |
| 4 bedroom | 9–12 | £290 – £400 |
| 5+ bedroom | 12+ | £380 – £550+ |
Liverpool sits comfortably below London and the South East on price, which is worth knowing if you have been reading national guides and bracing for the worst. A three-bed in Liverpool that would be quoted £350–£400 in London generally lands nearer £220–£310 here.
Why the same property gets different quotes
Two companies quoting the same flat can be £100 apart, and it usually comes down to five things:
- Condition, not just size. A flat handed back in reasonable order takes far less time than one that has not been cleaned properly in two years.
- Oven cleaning. Sometimes included, often a £35–£60 extra. It is also the single most common source of deposit deductions, so never let it be dropped.
- Carpets. Almost always priced separately.
- Furnished or unfurnished. Furnished properties take longer — everything has to be moved and cleaned behind.
- Whether there is a re-clean guarantee. A company that will return free of charge if the agent objects is carrying a risk, and that is priced in. It is also the only version worth buying.
Common extras and what they cost
| Extra | Typical cost | Worth it? |
|---|---|---|
| Oven deep clean | £35 – £60 | Yes — top cause of deductions |
| Carpet cleaning (per room) | £30 – £75 | Yes if your agreement requires it |
| Upholstery / sofa | £40 – £90 | Only if furnished and marked |
| Internal windows | Usually included | Check it is |
| External windows | £30 – £70 | Rarely required |
| Fridge/freezer defrost | £20 – £35 | Yes — must be empty and defrosted |
| Balcony or yard | £25 – £50 | If listed on your inventory |
Before you agree to any extras, read your check-in inventory. It is the document your check-out is judged against, and it tells you exactly what needs to be returned to what standard. Anything not on it is unlikely to be charged for.
Is it cheaper to clean it yourself?
Sometimes. Here is the honest arithmetic.
A two-bed flat takes a professional team five to seven hours. Doing it yourself to the same standard realistically takes one person a full weekend, plus £40–£60 of products and equipment hire. So you are trading roughly £200 against two days of your time during a house move — which is already one of the more stressful weeks you will have.
The financial argument, though, is about the deposit rather than the labour. Cleaning is consistently one of the largest single causes of deposit disputes in the UK. If a professional clean costs £200 and prevents a £300 deduction, it has paid for itself — and a professional clean comes with an invoice, which is evidence you can submit if the deduction is challenged.
Your deposit is held in a government-approved scheme, and GOV.UK sets out how protection and disputes work, including the fact that landlords must return the agreed amount within 10 days. Knowing the process before you hand back the keys puts you in a much stronger position.
One thing worth being clear about: your landlord cannot insist you use a specific cleaning company, and since 2019 they cannot make professional cleaning a blanket condition of the tenancy. What they can require is that the property is returned as clean as it was at check-in.
What a proper end of tenancy clean includes
If a quote seems unusually cheap, it is normally because the scope is narrower. A full clean should cover:
- Kitchen — oven inside and out, hob, extractor and filter, all cupboards inside and out, behind and beneath appliances, sink and taps descaled, bins
- Bathrooms — limescale removed from every surface, grout, shower screens, extractor fan, behind the toilet
- Throughout — skirting boards, door frames, tops of doors, light switches, sockets, radiators, internal windows and sills
- Floors — vacuumed and mopped, edges included
- Storage — inside wardrobes, cupboards and airing cupboards
Inventory clerks look in the places people forget: inside cupboards, behind appliances, along skirting boards and on top of door frames. Our full room-by-room end of tenancy cleaning checklist goes through every one of them.
When to book
Book two to three weeks ahead, and schedule the clean for after your belongings are out but before the check-out inspection. An empty property is faster to clean, cheaper to quote, and impossible to mess up afterwards.
Month-end is the busiest window for every cleaning company in Merseyside, because most tenancies end then. If your check-out is on the last Friday of the month, do not leave booking until that week.
Frequently asked questions
How much does end of tenancy cleaning cost in Liverpool?
Typically £110–£160 for a studio, £170–£240 for a two-bed and £220–£310 for a three-bed. Carpet cleaning is usually an additional £30–£75 per room.
Can my landlord force me to use a professional cleaner?
No. A landlord cannot require professional cleaning as a blanket tenancy condition, nor insist on a particular company. They can require the property to be returned in the same state of cleanliness as at check-in, allowing for fair wear and tear.
Does end of tenancy cleaning include carpets?
Usually not as standard — it is normally quoted separately at £30–£75 per room. Check your tenancy agreement and check-in inventory, as some require carpets to be professionally cleaned.
How long does an end of tenancy clean take?
Three to four hours for a studio, five to seven for a two-bed and seven to nine for a three-bed, assuming the property is empty and in reasonable condition.
What is a re-clean guarantee?
A commitment to return free of charge if your landlord or letting agent raises an issue with the cleaning, usually within 48–72 hours of the check-out. It is the single most useful thing to check for when comparing quotes.
Should I clean before or after moving my furniture out?
After. An empty property cleans faster, costs less to quote and cannot be re-dirtied by the move itself.
Get a fixed quote for your property
Every property is different, and an accurate quote takes about two minutes: number of bedrooms and bathrooms, whether it is furnished, and whether carpets and the oven need including.
We cover Liverpool, Wirral, Bootle, Birkenhead, St Helens, Warrington and Knowsley. See our cleaning services or read more about our team. Not sure who to trust with the job? Our guide to choosing a cleaning company covers what to check before you book anyone.