Professional bond cleaning across Sydney — accepted by NSW Fair Trading and every major Sydney real estate agency
Sydney is Australia's busiest rental market, and end of lease cleaning here is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW). A professional bond clean from a local team protects your full bond refund — and gives you a certificate of completion that NSW Fair Trading accepts.
NSW Fair Trading holds every residential tenancy bond in New South Wales. Under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW), the bond is capped at Equal to 4 weeks' rent (unfurnished) or 6 weeks' rent (furnished), and the landlord has 14 days from the date you vacate to lodge a claim.
A landlord must lodge a bond claim with NSW Fair Trading within 14 days of the tenant vacating. If no claim is lodged, the bond is refunded in full. NSW Fair Trading handles disputes free of charge via the Tenants Advice Line and the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT).
Pricing below is indicative for standard Sydney rentals. Final quotes depend on property size, condition, and any extras such as carpet steam cleaning or wall spot-cleaning.
| Property Type | Low End | High End |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $140 | $200 |
| 1 bedroom | $180 | $240 |
| 2 bedroom | $240 | $320 |
| 3 bedroom | $300 | $400 |
| 4 bedroom house | $380 | $520 |
Add carpet steam cleaning from $80–$150 for a standard 2-bedroom property.
BondBack teams service every Sydney metro suburb. Here are the most-booked:
In NSW, the bond is lodged with NSW Fair Trading (not directly with the landlord or agent). It's held in a trust account under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and released by Fair Trading once all parties agree — or after a dispute is decided by NCAT.
A landlord must lodge a bond claim with NSW Fair Trading within 14 days of the tenant vacating. If they don't, the bond is refunded to you in full automatically. Any disputes about deductions are heard by NCAT, often free of charge for tenants.
Yes — but only if the property wasn't returned in the same condition as the ingoing condition report (reasonable wear and tear excepted). A receipted, professional bond clean with a certificate of completion is the strongest protection against this deduction.
Yes. NSW Fair Trading and most Sydney agents require a tax invoice plus a certificate of completion before they will release the bond. DIY cleaning without documentation is the most common reason tenants lose part of their bond.