Most properties appear fine at first glance. The quick walk-through may give an impression that a home has been left in good condition, but surface impressions hide deeper issues. Cleaning is one of the biggest causes of deposit deductions and tenant disputes. What feels clean to a tenant rarely meets professional standards. Oven interiors, extractor hoods, tile grout, inside window frames, and shower sealant are top offenders. These aren’t areas tenants usually check on departure day and are easy to overlook when the agent is pressed for time.