It’s the busiest moving weekend of the year in Toronto, and as you pack the last of your boxes, one final, crucial task remains: the clean-up. While you may have wiped the counters and mopped the floors, the condition of the carpets is often a major point of contention between tenants and landlords. A professional carpet clean can be the single most important step you take to ensure you get your full security deposit back.
Does Your Lease Require Professional Carpet Cleaning?
First, check your tenancy agreement. Many Toronto leases, especially in buildings that allow pets, contain a clause requiring tenants to have the carpets professionally cleaned upon moving out. Even if it doesn’t, you are still required to leave the property in a state of ordinary cleanliness, and heavily soiled or stained carpets do not meet that standard.
What Landlords and Property Managers Look For
We’ve worked with countless property managers. Here’s what they spot immediately:
- High-Traffic Lanes: Dark, matted-down pathways in hallways and living rooms are a dead giveaway that the carpets haven’t been deep cleaned.
- Persistent Odours: Even if a stain is gone, odours from pets, smoke, or spills can linger deep in the carpet padding, which a landlord will notice.
- DIY Machine Failures: Rental “shampooers” often leave behind a sticky, soapy residue that can actually attract more dirt over time. Landlords can spot this telltale crunchiness.
- Visible Stains: Any obvious spots from spills or pets are an immediate reason to withhold a portion of your deposit for professional cleaning.
Why a Professional Cleaning Receipt is Your Best Defence
Hiring a professional service provides you with a crucial piece of documentation: an official receipt. This invoice serves as proof that you have fulfilled your obligation and taken responsible steps to return the carpets to their original condition. It is your best defence against any potential disputes with your landlord regarding your security deposit.
Don’t Let Carpets Derail Your Move
Moving is stressful enough. Taking a gamble on the carpets isn’t worth the financial risk. A professional end-of-tenancy cleaning is a small investment for a guaranteed return of your deposit and complete peace of mind.
In the middle of a move? We offer flexible and fast end-of-tenancy carpet cleaning services across Toronto. Contact My Canada Cleaning for an immediate quote!