Last updated on 26 December 2025

Whether you're a tenant preparing to move out, a landlord turning over a property, or a homeowner looking for the best way to keep your space spotless — this guide has you covered. We've compiled everything you need to know about house cleaning in London, from DIY tips to knowing when it's time to call in the professionals.

This guide is brought to you by Cleaners of London — a trusted platform connecting Londoners with vetted, insured cleaners since 2016. Use it to learn, plan, and decide what's right for your home.

What's Inside This Guide

We've broken the guide into easy-to-read chapters. Work through them in order, or jump straight to what you need right now.

Who This Guide Is For

🏠 Homeowners

Keeping your home clean shouldn't feel like a second job. This guide covers practical schedules, checklists, and techniques to make cleaning faster and more effective. And when life gets too busy, you'll know exactly what to look for in a regular cleaning service that fits your routine.

📦 Tenants Moving Out

Your deposit is on the line. Inventory clerks check everything — from inside the oven to behind the fridge. This guide walks you through exactly what to clean before you hand back the keys. For those who'd rather not risk it, professional move-out cleaning services can handle the hard work for you.

🔑 Landlords

Turning over a property between tenants? Whether you're dealing with a messy departure or just need a quick refresh before viewings, this guide helps you understand what to expect — and when it's worth bringing in professionals to get the property rental-ready fast.

When to DIY vs. When to Hire Help

Not every cleaning job needs a professional. Here's a simple way to think about it:

DIY makes sense when:

  • You have the time and energy
  • It's regular maintenance cleaning
  • You enjoy the process (some people do!)

Hiring help makes sense when:

  • You're short on time but need results
  • The job requires intensive deep cleaning
  • Your deposit depends on passing inspection
  • You'd rather spend your weekends doing literally anything else

There's no right answer — only what works for your life. This guide helps you do it yourself when that makes sense, and find the right help when it doesn't.

Need a Cleaner in London?

If you've read through this guide and decided professional help is the way to go, Cleaners of London makes it easy. Every cleaner on the platform is background-checked, insured, and reviewed by real customers.

Whether you need weekly cleaning, a one-off refresh, or a thorough move-out clean — you can book online in under a minute.

Over 14,000 Londoners already trust the platform. Join them whenever you're ready.

Start With What You Need

No need to read everything at once. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you need a specific guide. If you're not sure where to start, the house cleaning checklist is a great foundation — it covers what to clean and how often, room by room.

Happy cleaning. Or happy hiring someone else to do it. Either way, we've got you covered.