Rooming House Maintenance Packages in Melbourne
Cleaning, handyman support, and garden maintenance in one streamlined service designed
for Rooming Houses in Melbourne.
Why Our Clients Trust Us to Care for Their Properties
Our Maintenance Package is built for rooming houses that need more than just a cleaner. By combining cleaning, handyman support, and garden maintenance into one coordinated service, we help owners keep properties presentable, functional, and easier to manage over time.
One Packaged Service
Instead of juggling multiple contractors, you get a more streamlined setup designed around the real needs of rooming house operations.
- Cleaning, handyman support, and garden maintenance in one package
- Fewer moving parts and less back-and-forth to manage
- A more organised approach to ongoing property care
Inspection-Ready Presentation
Regular upkeep helps keep the property clean, safe, and well presented so it is easier to maintain a stronger standard across shared living spaces.
- Supports a cleaner and more professional property appearance
- Helps common areas and outdoor spaces stay presentable
- Reduces the build-up of avoidable maintenance issues
Less Day-to-Day Hassle
With one provider helping coordinate routine upkeep, owners and managers can spend less time chasing trades and more time focusing on the bigger picture.
- Simplifies ongoing property coordination
- Helps reduce reactive maintenance stress
- Designed specifically for rooming house environments
Designed for Ongoing Upkeep — Not Just One-Off Cleaning
This service is designed to support the overall presentation and upkeep of the property through a more consistent maintenance approach. It helps protect the asset, improve day-to-day standards, and create a simpler ownership experience with fewer separate contractors to manage.
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Maintenance Package Pricing
Two straightforward package options designed to keep your rooming house clean, maintained, and easier to manage. Each tier combines regular cleaning, lawn care, and handyman support into one simple monthly service.
Tier 1
Essential Package
$400
per month ex GST
A practical monthly upkeep package for rooming houses that need consistent presentation and basic maintenance support.
- 1 whole house clean per month
- Common areas vacuumed
- Common area floors mopped
- Up to 2 bathrooms cleaned
- High-touch areas sanitised
- Monthly front and back lawn mowed and cleaned
- Up to 2 x 1 hour handyman attendances per month
Tier 2
Pro Package
$650
per month ex GST
A more hands-on package for properties that need more frequent cleaning support and greater maintenance coverage each month.
- 2 whole house cleans per month
- Common areas vacuumed
- Common area floors mopped
- Up to 2 bathrooms cleaned
- High-touch areas sanitised
- Monthly front and back lawn mowed and cleaned
- Up to 4 x 1 hour handyman attendances per month
One Package. Less Chasing. Better Upkeep.
These packages are designed to reduce the need for multiple separate contractors while helping your property stay cleaner, more presentable, and easier to maintain over time. Final suitability and service frequency may still depend on the size, layout, and condition of the property.
Tired of Chasing Cleaners, Trades & Gardeners?
Simplify your rooming house upkeep with one coordinated maintenance package — covering cleaning, handyman support, and garden maintenance so your property stays presentable, functional, and
easier to manage!
FAQS
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No. Our service focuses exclusively on shared/common areas — including kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, hallways, and common living spaces.
We do not enter or clean tenant bedrooms, fridges, or personal storage areas unless specifically arranged and with tenant consent. -
We recommend a weekly or fortnightly cleaning schedule depending on the number of tenants and overall property use.
Weekly cleans are ideal for high-occupancy homes (6+ tenants), while fortnightly may be suitable for smaller, lower-traffic properties. -
Each standard clean includes:
Wiping down and disinfecting kitchen benches, sinks and common area items such as dining tables
Cleaning bathrooms, toilets, showers & floors
Mopping and vacuuming common areas
Spot-checking laundry areas
Reporting any visible maintenance issues
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Yes — our team arrives with all necessary cleaning products, cloths, tools and vacuums. We use commercial-grade supplies suitable for shared accommodation environments.
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Yes. You’ll need to either:
Provide us with a pin code, lockbox, or key to access the property
Coordinate a time when a tenant or agent is present
Our team works discreetly and respectfully to minimise disruption.
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The safety of our staff is our top priority. If access is refused or there is any form of verbal or physical aggression, we will not proceed with the clean and you will be notified immediately.
In such cases, we recommend following up through your property manager or agent.
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Absolutely. Many of our cleaning clients self-manage or have agents who don’t offer specialised cleaning. We’re happy to work in with your current manager or liaise directly with you.
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In most cases, yes — cleaning services for rental properties are typically considered a deductible expense. However, we recommend speaking with your accountant or tax adviser to confirm eligibility based on your individual situation.
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Click “Book My First Clean” or “Request a Quote”, and we’ll contact you within 1 business day to confirm your property size, access needs, cleaning schedule and any add-ons.
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
The Rooming House Cleaning Service is a general-purpose cleaning service and is not a substitute for pest control, mould treatment, or building repairs. Jabel Property makes no guarantees as to tenancy outcomes, rental increases, or regulatory compliance from the use of this service. Always seek your own legal, tax or compliance advice where relevant