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Cleaning
In this section we will answer the most important questions regarding cleaning, ventilation and humidity.
Am I required to keep the property clean at all times?
Yes. The tenant must maintain the property in a clean, hygienic, and orderly condition throughout the entire tenancy.
Who is responsible for routine cleaning of the property?
The tenant is fully responsible for day-to-day cleaning of all areas used by the tenant, including bedrooms, living areas, kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, balconies, and any shared spaces, if applicable.
What does routine cleaning include?
Routine cleaning includes, among other things, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, wiping surfaces, washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, maintaining bathroom hygiene, and removing waste regularly.
Must the kitchen be cleaned after use?
Yes. The tenant must clean the kitchen after use, including worktops, sinks, stovetops, appliances, dishes, and any surfaces affected by cooking or food preparation.
Must the bathroom be cleaned regularly?
Yes. The tenant must keep the bathroom in a sanitary condition, including regular cleaning of the toilet, sink, shower or bathtub, tiles, mirrors, drains, and floor surfaces.
Is waste disposal the tenant’s responsibility?
Yes. The tenant must remove rubbish regularly, dispose of waste properly, and ensure that garbage is not allowed to accumulate inside the property.
What happens if I leave food, rubbish, or dirt inside the property?
Leaving food waste, rubbish, dirt, or unclean surfaces may create odors, attract insects or pests, damage the property, and constitute a breach of the tenant’s obligations.
Am I required to ventilate and air the property while cleaning and during daily use?
Yes. The tenant must regularly ventilate the property to reduce humidity, prevent condensation, and maintain proper hygiene and air quality.
Why is ventilation part of cleaning responsibility?
Ventilation is essential to prevent mold, dampness, unpleasant odors, and moisture-related damage to walls, ceilings, windows, furniture, and fixtures.
What should I do if I notice mold, humidity, or bad odors?
The tenant must act without delay by ventilating the property properly, addressing the cause where possible, and informing the landlord immediately if the issue persists or worsens.
Is the tenant responsible for preventing mold caused by poor hygiene or lack of airing?
Yes. Where mold, odors, or damage result from insufficient cleaning, poor hygiene, or inadequate ventilation, the tenant may be held responsible.
Must floors, walls, and surfaces be kept in good condition?
Yes. The tenant must take reasonable care to keep floors, walls, windows, doors, and all other surfaces clean and free from avoidable dirt, stains, grease, or damage.
Am I allowed to use the property in a way that creates excessive dirt or unclean conditions?
No. The tenant must not use the property in a careless or unhygienic manner that results in excessive dirt, staining, odors, pest risk, or damage.
Who is responsible for cleaning appliances, furniture, and equipment provided with the property?
The tenant is responsible for keeping all provided appliances, furniture, fittings, and equipment clean, hygienic, and in proper everyday condition, subject to normal wear and tear.
What if my guests leave the property dirty or cause hygiene issues?
The tenant remains fully responsible for the conduct of guests and for any cleaning, hygiene issues, odors, waste, or damage caused by them.
Must shared areas also be kept clean?
Yes. If the tenant uses shared kitchens, bathrooms, corridors, staircases, laundry areas, or other common spaces, the tenant must keep them clean after use and respect the rights of other occupants.
What happens if the property is not kept sufficiently clean?
Failure to maintain proper cleanliness may result in complaints, cleaning charges, claims for damages, formal warnings, and other consequences under the lease agreement.
Can professional cleaning costs be charged to the tenant?
Yes. If the property requires additional or extraordinary cleaning due to the tenant’s failure to maintain acceptable cleanliness, the cost of such cleaning may be charged to the tenant.
Can poor cleaning and hygiene be considered a breach of the lease agreement?
Yes. Repeated or serious failure to maintain cleanliness, hygiene, ventilation, or proper waste disposal may be treated as a breach of the tenant’s obligations under the lease agreement.
Can failure to keep the property clean lead to termination of the lease agreement?
Yes. Serious or repeated breaches relating to unclean conditions, mold caused by lack of ventilation, improper waste disposal, pest-attracting conditions, strong odors, or failure to maintain basic hygiene may lead to formal action by the landlord, including cancellation or termination of the lease agreement where permitted by the lease agreement and applicable law.