Who is responsible for oven deep clean?

Hi, I am looking for members of the Property118 forum to back me up on this. My agent has charged me for an oven deep clean, costing £98, at the end of a tenancy.

This tenancy was with tenants who were never very happy during their stay.

However, it was my understanding that this is the tenant’s responsibility and if not done, should be taken from their deposit? Rather than being charged directly to me as the landlord?

Could someone please clarify that I am correct?

Thanks,

Lynda

Editor’s Note: On the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) website, it says landlords can claim money for cleaning from the tenancy deposit under certain circumstances.

It says tenants should leave a property in the same standard of cleanliness at the end of the tenancy as it was at the start of the tenancy.

Cleanliness is not subject to fair wear and tear – while an item can be worn and aged, it should still be clean.

In this case, an oven should be returned in a clean condition. If it’s left dirty, the landlord can usually claim the cost of a professional clean from the tenant’s deposit, as long as it’s reasonable and backed up by evidence like the check-in and check-out inventories. More can be found on the TDS by clicking here