Protect Your Brighton Property Investment
Hygiene is critical in shared living. We sanitize high-touch points in your Brighton property to prevent the spread of germs and keep tenants healthy. Door handles, banisters, switches, appliance handles and shared bathrooms all receive extra attention, supporting a safer, healthier HMO cleaning environment throughout East Sussex.
Common HMO Problems We Solve in Brighton
Most Brighton HMO landlords come to us after running into the same issues: messy communal areas, arguments about chores, failed inspections or properties that simply don’t photograph well enough to attract better tenants. Our job is to remove those problems for good.
Messy Communal Kitchens
We keep shared kitchens usable and hygienic even with heavy student or professional use.
Inspection Panics
Regular checklists and deep cleans mean your Brighton property is always inspection‑ready.
Tenant Complaints
Neutral, professional cleaning reduces arguments about who should be doing what.
Slow Turnarounds
Fast end‑of‑tenancy cleans help you re‑let rooms in Brighton without long void periods.
Why Professional HMO Cleaning is Essential in Brighton
HMO properties in Brighton require consistent attention to meet strict council licensing standards. Hygiene is critical in shared living. We sanitize high-touch points in your Brighton property to prevent the spread of germs and keep tenants healthy. Door handles, banisters, switches, appliance handles and shared bathrooms all receive extra attention, supporting a safer, healthier HMO cleaning environment throughout East Sussex.
Regular Audits
We spot maintenance issues early and report them.
All-Inclusive
We provide all industrial chemicals and equipment.
DBS Checked
Safe, vetted staff for your peace of mind.
HMO & Student Housing in Brighton
Brighton has a strong demand for shared housing and student accommodation, with many properties operating as licensed HMOs serving tenants who study or work around East Sussex. Landlords here often deal with high tenant turnover, heavy use of communal kitchens and bathrooms, and regular council inspections focused on hygiene standards.
We work with HMO landlords, letting agents and investors across Brighton to keep properties ready for viewings, check‑outs and visits from local authority officers. Whether your shared house is close to the town centre, near major transport routes or in popular residential streets, we tailor our cleaning schedule to match the level of footfall and the type of tenants living there.
Comprehensive HMO Cleaning Solutions in Brighton
Tailored cleaning services designed specifically for multi-occupancy properties in Brighton and throughout East Sussex, ensuring all communal areas meet the highest standards.
Common Area Maintenance
Regular cleaning of hallways, stairs, lounges, and shared spaces in Brighton to maintain a welcoming environment for all tenants.
Communal Kitchen Cleaning
Deep cleaning of shared kitchens in Brighton HMOs including appliances, surfaces, floors, and waste management areas.
Bathroom & Shower Room
Thorough sanitization of shared bathrooms in Brighton, preventing mold, limescale, and ensuring hygiene standards for East Sussex properties.
End of Tenancy Deep Clean
Comprehensive room turnaround cleaning between tenants in Brighton and the wider East Sussex, ensuring properties are move-in ready.
External Areas & Bin Stores
Maintain gardens, bin storage areas, and external communal spaces in Brighton to meet local and East Sussex council requirements.
Emergency Response Cleaning
24/7 availability for urgent cleaning needs, spillages, or unexpected inspection preparations in Brighton.
Meeting HMO Compliance Standards in Brighton
We understand the specific requirements for HMO properties in Brighton and ensure your property meets all local authority standards across East Sussex.
Fire Safety
Keep escape routes clear and fire doors functional in Brighton
Housing Standards
Meet HHSRS requirements for cleanliness in Brighton and East Sussex
Inspection Ready
Always prepared for Brighton and East Sussex council inspections
Documentation
Full cleaning records for Brighton compliance proof
Property Types We Service in Brighton
Experienced in cleaning all types of multi-occupancy properties across Brighton and the wider East Sussex area.
Student Accommodation
University halls and private student housing in Brighton
Professional House Shares
Young professional shared properties in Brighton and East Sussex
Large HMOs
Brighton properties with 5+ tenants requiring licensing
Converted Properties
Houses converted into multiple bedsits in Brighton
Supported Living
Assisted living and care properties throughout East Sussex
Co-Living Spaces
Modern co-living developments in Brighton
Communal Area Transformation in Brighton
Revitalize your HMO properties with our deep cleaning for shared spaces. From refreshing communal lounges to sanitizing kitchens, we ensure a clean, comfortable, and hygienic living environment for tenants in Brighton.
Our HMO Cleaning Process for Brighton
We follow a structured, step-by-step HMO cleaning process that has been designed specifically for multi-tenancy and student properties in Brighton and across the wider East Sussex region. By combining a detailed initial assessment, a bespoke cleaning rota, trained DBS-checked cleaners and clear reporting, we make sure your shared house or licensed HMO is consistently clean, compliant and ready for inspections. This means fewer complaints from tenants, less stress for you as a landlord or agent, and a property that always looks ready for the next viewing or move-in date.
Property Assessment
We begin with a thorough property assessment of your Brighton HMO, walking through all communal areas, kitchens, bathrooms, stairwells and high-traffic zones. During this visit we identify hygiene hotspots, current problem areas, council licensing expectations and any Health and Safety or HHSRS requirements that apply in East Sussex. This allows us to build a cleaning plan that reflects how your tenants actually live in the space, rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all checklist.
Cleaning Schedule & Rota
Next, we design a clear cleaning rota tailored to your Brighton tenants and the way your HMO operates, choosing the right frequency for kitchens, bathrooms and shared lounges. We agree visit times that minimise disruption, fit around work or university hours, and still allow us to keep standards consistent across East Sussex. This schedule is documented so you can show inspectors exactly how your property is being maintained week after week.
Professional HMO Cleaning Service
Our DBS-checked cleaners then carry out the routine HMO cleaning in Brighton, following detailed checklists created during the assessment stage. They focus on high-risk hygiene points such as bathrooms, cooking areas, fridges, floors, banisters and door handles, using professional, COSHH-compliant products approved for multi-occupancy properties across East Sussex. The result is a visibly cleaner, fresher and safer environment for every tenant.
Quality Checks & Reporting
After each visit, we complete quality checks and, where required, provide photographic evidence and notes for your records in Brighton. This gives you a clear audit trail demonstrating regular HMO cleaning for council inspections, deposit disputes and insurance purposes. We also flag any maintenance or damage issues we notice, helping landlords and agents across East Sussex stay on top of small problems before they turn into expensive repairs.
HMO Cleaning Checklist – Brighton Landlords
Here’s a simplified version of the checklist our teams follow when cleaning HMOs in Brighton. We adapt this to suit each property, but these are the core tasks your council expects to see done regularly.
Daily / Weekly Essentials
• Empty and re‑line communal bins
• Wipe kitchen worktops and tables
• Mop kitchen and hallway floors
• Disinfect bathroom sinks, toilets and taps
• Check for rubbish or obstruction in fire escape routes
Weekly / Fortnightly Tasks
• Clean microwave, hob and splashbacks
• Wipe cupboard doors and appliance fronts
• Vacuum stairs and landings
• Dust skirting boards and high‑touch ledges
• Clean mirrors and internal glass panels
Monthly / Termly Deep Clean
• Degrease extractor fans and filters
• Descale shower screens and tiles
• Clean behind and under movable appliances
• Spot‑clean walls and doors
• Treat carpets in heavy traffic areas
Inspection Prep for Brighton
• Ensure escape routes are clear and signed
• Check communal notice boards are up to date
• Remove any accumulated bulk waste
• Provide cleaning records and photo evidence
• Flag maintenance issues to the landlord or agent
HMO Kitchen Restoration in Brighton
Restore the heart of your shared property. Our intensive kitchen deep cleans tackle grease, grime, and appliance hygiene, ensuring a safe and spotless cooking environment for your Brighton tenants.
What's Included in Our Brighton HMO Service
Our Brighton HMO cleaning service is designed to cover every essential area of your shared property, not just the obvious surfaces. We focus on the high-traffic spaces, touch points and communal zones that matter most for hygiene, tenant satisfaction and HMO compliance across East Sussex. By applying a structured, room-by-room checklist on every visit, we make sure nothing is missed – from entrance mats and stair rails to bathrooms, kitchens, lounges and external bin stores – so your property always looks cared for and ready for inspections or new tenants.
Entrance & Hallways
Door mats, floors, walls, skirting boards, light switches, door handles, post areas, notice boards and stairwells are cleaned in detail throughout your Brighton HMO. We vacuum or mop all walkways, remove cobwebs, wipe down handrails and ensure entrances look bright and welcoming, helping you present a professional first impression to tenants, visitors and inspectors across East Sussex.
Shared Kitchens
Deep cleaning of ovens, hobs, extractor hoods, fridge/freezers, microwaves, sinks, worktops and cupboard fronts for Brighton properties. We degrease cooking areas, remove food spills, clean inside key appliances as agreed and sanitise preparation surfaces, helping control odours and bacteria in one of the most heavily used rooms in any HMO across East Sussex.
Communal Bathrooms
Toilet disinfection, shower and bath scrubbing, descaling of screens and tiles, sink and tap polishing, mirror cleaning, floor mopping and ventilation grille cleaning in Brighton. We focus on limescale, mould, soap scum and high-touch areas so that shared bathrooms in your HMO stay hygienic, fresh-smelling and up to inspection standards throughout East Sussex.
Living Areas & Lounges
We vacuum carpets, mop hard floors, dust all reachable surfaces, wipe coffee tables, clean internal windows, empty bins and sanitise common touch points in shared living rooms across Brighton. Sofas and soft furnishings are refreshed as agreed, helping to create a comfortable, presentable communal space that tenants across East Sussex actually want to spend time in.
Laundry & Utility Rooms
Washing machine and dryer exteriors are wiped, detergent drawers are cleaned where required, lint traps are cleared, floors are mopped and surrounding surfaces are sanitised for HMOs across East Sussex. By keeping these practical areas tidy and hygienic in your Brighton property, we help prevent unpleasant smells, blocked filters and build-up of dust or detergent residues.
External & Bin Store Areas
Bin store management, bag rotation, basic litter picking, pathway sweeping, garden tidying and smoking area maintenance in Brighton. We help keep the outside of your HMO looking as professional as the inside, reducing complaints from neighbours, improving kerb appeal for new tenants and supporting overall compliance expectations for shared properties across East Sussex.
HMO Cleaning Prices in Brighton
Every HMO in Brighton is different, but most landlords fall into a few clear price bands. We’ll always confirm a fixed quote after a quick assessment, but these guide prices help you budget.
Small HMO (3–4 tenants)
Weekly communal clean of kitchen, bathroom(s) and hallways in Brighton.
From £60–£80 per visit, depending on layout and condition.
Medium HMO (5–7 tenants)
Full communal area package for licensed HMOs in Brighton, including
stairwells and shared lounges where present.
From £50–£90 per visit.
Large / Multi‑Storey HMO
High‑occupancy HMOs and student houses with multiple kitchens or bathrooms.
Bespoke pricing after site visit, typically from £120+ per visit.
End of Tenancy Deep Clean
Full reset clean for move‑outs in Brighton, including ovens, limescale,
internal windows and all communal areas.
From £90 for smaller HMOs, with portfolio rates available across East Sussex.
For an accurate quote tailored to your Brighton property, send us basic details about the number of tenants, bathrooms and kitchens, and we’ll reply the same day.
Meet Your HMO Cleaning Specialists in Brighton
Northern Star’s HMO team combines commercial cleaning experience with a clear understanding of local licensing rules and student living in Brighton. Every cleaner is DBS‑checked, trained on HMO‑specific checklists and supervised to make sure standards stay high from one visit to the next.
Dedicated Area Supervisor
Each Brighton route is overseen by a named supervisor who carries out spot‑checks, updates checklists and acts as your single point of contact for any issues.
DBS‑Checked Cleaning Teams
All staff working in occupied HMOs across East Sussex are vetted and trained to work around tenants respectfully, safely and with minimal disruption to daily life.
HMO & Student Housing Training
Our teams receive extra training on high‑risk areas such as shared kitchens, bathrooms and fire escape routes, with a focus on what local inspectors look for in Brighton.
What Brighton HMO Landlords Say
Across Brighton, we work with clients who were tired of chasing cleaners, fielding complaints and worrying about surprise inspections. The stories below from landlords and agents throughout East Sussex explain how our reliable HMO cleaning service, backed by DBS-checked staff and clear processes, has finally given them a partner they can trust with every shared property they own.
"Professional approach to key holding and security for our Brighton properties. We trust them implicitly."
"We use them for our entire portfolio in Brighton. One invoice, reliable staff, and consistent standards."
"Great communication. If there's a maintenance issue spotted during cleaning in Brighton, they let us know straight away."
"Tenants claimed they cleaned. Northern Star proved they definitely hadn't. Saved my deposit dispute in Brighton."
Frequently Asked Questions - Brighton
We recommend weekly cleaning for high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms in Brighton, with bi-weekly or monthly service for other communal spaces. The frequency depends on the number of tenants and property usage. We'll assess your Brighton property and recommend an optimal schedule.
Yes, all our cleaning staff working in Brighton and throughout East Sussex are fully DBS (formerly CRB) checked, insured, and trained specifically for HMO properties. We understand the importance of security when working in properties with multiple tenants and take this very seriously.
Absolutely! We offer comprehensive end-of-tenancy deep cleaning services for Brighton properties that can be scheduled at short notice. We'll ensure rooms are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and ready for new tenants to move in, typically within 24-48 hours.
Yes, we provide all cleaning supplies and equipment as standard for Brighton properties. We use professional-grade, COSHH-compliant cleaning products suitable for all East Sussex HMO regulations. If you have specific product preferences or eco-friendly requirements, we can accommodate these.
We ensure all Brighton HMO cleaning meets local authority licensing requirements, HHSRS standards, and fire safety regulations for the East Sussex area. Our service includes maintaining clear escape routes, proper waste management, and documented cleaning schedules for inspection purposes.
Yes, we're flexible with timing to minimize disruption to Brighton tenants. We can schedule cleaning during daytime hours when most tenants are at work/university, or arrange weekend slots if preferred. We work with you to find the best times.
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency response for urgent cleaning needs in Brighton and across East Sussex. Whether it's a major spillage, blocked drains, or preparing for an unexpected inspection, our rapid response team can be on-site quickly to resolve the situation.
We use detailed checklists, regular supervisory visits, and tenant feedback systems to maintain consistent quality across all Brighton and East Sussex HMO properties. Each property manager receives monthly reports with photos and completion confirmations for your peace of mind.
We clean what your Brighton students won't touch.
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