HELPFUL TENANT Tips FOR CHECKOUT

by Joe on December 19, 2009

The subsequent article offers guidance and tips to tenants who have come to the end of their tenancy agreement. With the introduction of the end of tenancy deposit scheme is essential the property is in the exact condition as when you moved in, even if this means replacing a light bulb! These hints should assist with a smooth and efficient Check Out at the end of your tenancy, thus ensuring a tiniest delay in returning your security deposit.

END OF TENANCY – This should be comprehensive. Main areas of concern are: Bathrooms, Kitchens (including kitchen appliances, units, shelves, ovens, cooker hoods and refrigerators) windows, hard floors, woodwork, wardrobes and drawer units.
If the standard of cleaning is not satisfactory most Agents or Landlords will employ a contract cleaner and the charges will be added to the dilapidations report.

CARPETS/CURTAINS – Carpets and curtains should be professionally cleaned. You will be charged to clean any staining or compensatory costs towards any further damages such as cigarette burns. If a carpet is marked or damaged, you may be charged for part or all of the replacement costs.

CROCKERY, CUTLERY AND UTENSILS – These items will be checked for soiling, chips, burn marks, loose handles or suchlike. If impairment has occurred beyond fair wear and tear, reimbursement or replacement costs will be added to the dilapidation report.

REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER – To be left defrosted, clean and switched off.

DECORATIONS – It is accepted that during normal day to day living a few finger marks will appear on the walls. However if found to be excessive, charges will be added to the dilapidation report. Examples: Hooks and nails driven into walls, excessive furniture rubbing, tears in wallpaper and excessive damage to woodwork.

BEDS – Beds, mattresses and pillows will be checked for staining and damage not previously recorded on the inventory. Charges will be made in the form of reimbursement or a percentage of the replacement outlay. Linen should be left clean and pressed.

POLISHED FURNITURE – This will be checked for scratches, ring marks, soiling and damage to joints. Repair and re-polishing outlay are particularly high therefore you are requested to take steps to protect polished furniture.

INVENTORY ITEMS – It is the tenant’s liability to ensure all inventory items are returned to their original place at the end of the tenancy.

GARDEN – If the owner has not employed a gardener at the property, you will be required to cut the lawn, weed beds and generally maintain the garden.

CHIMNEYS – To be swept during the last month of tenancy (where appropriate).

KEYS – All keys listed on the inventory should be kept safely and handed back at the end of the tenancy. You will be charged for any replacement keys.

If you follow these simple hints and advice, apply common sense then all should be fine and you will receive your rental deposit.

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