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HOUSE INTERIOR

Arrange for carpets to be commercially shampooed as per the terms of your agreement.<br>Evidence of this must be provided when you vacate.<br>Please check with your local DSSG Service Centre before hiring a Rug Doctor machine.
Windows and window sills and any fixed shelves – clean thoroughly.
Doors and doorframes – leave clean and undamaged.
All marks and mildew – ensure they are removed from walls.
Cobwebs – remove from ceilings, cornices and walls.
All light fittings and shades – clean and ensure they are free from insects.
All floors and skirting boards – sweep/vacuum/ wet mop/wipe.
Mirrors including wardrobe mirrors – ensure they are wiped clean.
Closet(s) – ensure they are wiped clean including doors and tracks.
Drapes/curtains – re-hook curtains on to tracks if missing or broken.
Blinds – clean thoroughly and ensure they are in working order.
All extractor fans throughout the property – clean.
Air vents – ensure they are free of dust.
Broken glass or mirrors – replace.
Light bulbs – ensure all are functioning and replace any missing bulbs with energy efficient bulbs.
Picture hooks – leave on walls.
Light switches and power points – wipe free of dirt and finger marks.
Any stickers or decals and sticky residue – remove.
Batteries in all smoke alarms – ensure all have functioning batteries.
Fireplace/Chippy – clean inside and outside, removing all ash, and cobwebs from chimney flue

Clean the entire oven, including - griller, oven trays and racks, elements and surrounds, all knobs and dials.
Rangehood (including filters where applicable) – clean thoroughly.
All cupboards – clean inside and out (don’t forget the tops of the cupboards!).
Sink taps and waste disposal unit (if applicable) – clean and polish.
Walls, tiled areas and ceilings – ensure they are free from grease and mould.
All benches and floors – ensure they are clean and free from grease.
The dishwasher is to be left clean. Wipe over internal door and remove debris from drainer (if applicable).
All switches and power points – ensure they are free of grease and finger marks.
Pull out stove and clean behind it.

Man hole – ensure it is in correct position.
Linen closet (ensure it is cobweb free).
Coat cupboard (ensure it is cobweb free).
Power board – Turn off power (If the Defence house has a SMART meter do not turn off).

Lawns – mow and trim edges within two days before vacating. Height of grass is not to exceed 2<br>cm – mow with catcher.<br>DO NOT dump grass clippings anywhere on property
Gardens – weed.
Hedges - trim ensuring not exceeding 2 metres in height.
No rubbish to be left in the gardens, around the property or under the house.
Remove compost heap and sandpits.
Bins to be emptied, washed out and left on property.
Deck – leave clean and tidy.
Driveways, carports, garages and concrete areas – ensure free from oil and grease stains.
Garage and sheds – sweep and remove cobwebs.
Remove vegetation blocking sub floor vents.
Remove any tenant built structures.
Repair lawn, garden damaged as a result of dogs.
Tidy woodshed.
Wash letterbox.
Ensure the clothesline is free of cobwebs.
Wash down house and windows, remove all cobwebs.