Step 1: Carry Out a Full Property Inspection
As soon as a tenant gives notice, arrange a check-out inspection to assess the condition of the property against the original inventory. Document everything with photos and video. This will help you identify what work needs to be done and whether any costs should be deducted from the deposit.
Look specifically for: scuffs and marks on walls, damaged flooring, broken fixtures and fittings, mould or damp patches, and any maintenance issues that have built up over the tenancy.
Step 2: Deep Clean the Property
A professional end of tenancy clean is usually the first job to book in. A good clean makes everything else look better and helps you spot issues that need attention. This should include:
- Full oven and appliance clean
- Kitchen cupboards inside and out
- Bathroom and toilet descale and sanitise
- All skirting boards, door frames and light switches
- Windows inside and out
- Carpets steam cleaned
Our team provides end of tenancy deep cleaning and professional carpet cleaning across East London and Essex.
Step 3: Complete Legal Compliance Checks
Do Not Skip This Step
Before a new tenant moves in, ensure all legal certificates are valid and up to date. Letting a property without the correct certificates can result in significant fines and invalidate your landlord insurance.
- Gas Safety Certificate (CP12): Must be renewed every 12 months. Book a CP12 inspection
- EICR: Must be renewed every 5 years. Book an EICR
- EPC: Must be E or above and valid (10 years). EPC guide
- Smoke alarms: Test and replace batteries on every floor
- CO detectors: Required in all rooms with combustion appliances
Step 4: Tackle Repairs and Maintenance
Work through all repairs identified in the inspection. Prioritise anything that affects safety or habitability first, then cosmetic issues. Common jobs between tenancies include:
- Filling and repainting scuffed walls
- Fixing dripping taps and leaking pipes
- Replacing broken handles, hinges and fixtures
- Re-grouting or re-sealing bathroom tiles
- Replacing broken or cracked flooring sections
Our team handles all these repairs as part of a pre-let turnaround service. Get a free quote.
Step 5: Redecorate
A fresh coat of paint is the single most cost-effective thing you can do to make a property feel new. Stick to neutral tones (warm whites and light greys) that appeal to the broadest range of tenants and photograph well for listings.
Pay particular attention to hallways, which are the first thing tenants see, and kitchens and bathrooms where surfaces can yellow over time.
Rent Ready London provides full interior painting and decorating services across East London and Essex.
Step 6: Consider a Kitchen or Bathroom Upgrade
If the kitchen or bathroom is dated, a refurbishment can significantly increase rental value and reduce void periods. You do not always need a full replacement: new cabinet doors, worktops and a fresh tile or splashback can transform a kitchen at a fraction of the cost.
We offer full kitchen refurbishments and bathroom refurbishments, as well as partial upgrades to suit any budget.
Step 7: Sort the Garden and Exterior
First impressions count. An overgrown garden or peeling front door can put prospective tenants off before they even step inside. Cut back overgrowth, clear rubbish, pressure-wash paths and touch up any exterior paintwork.
Our team provides garden clearance and landscaping services across the area.
Step 8: Photography and Listing
Once the property is clean, repaired and freshly decorated, arrange professional photography before listing. Good photos can reduce time on market by weeks. Make sure all rooms are well lit, clutter-free and staged simply.
How Rent Ready London Can Help
We specialise in pre-let turnarounds for landlords across East London and Essex. Whether you need a single service or a full end-to-end refurbishment, we coordinate everything so you do not have to manage multiple contractors. Our Care Plan also keeps your property compliant year-round.
Call 07354 357 678 or request a free quote today.