Ways to Avoid Deposit Disputes When You Leave Your Rental 

It’s widely recognised that moving house is one of the most stressful life events you can experience. If you’re nearing the end of a tenancy agreement, there are a few things you can do to ensure your check-out inspection goes well and you get your tenancy deposit back in full.

Report issues early

Let your landlord or managing agent know of any damage that has occurred – whether it’s a broken appliance, damaged furniture or peeling wallpaper. It can be dealt with and not be a shocked upon inspection.

Fix problems you’ve caused

This applies to issues that can be sorted without needing building work or professional involvement, such as a stain on the carpet or a ripped shower curtain. If you have caused minor issues, get them fixed ahead of time.

Clear out clutter

Once you’ve packed up all your essentials, there’s bound to be bits and pieces left over. It’s better to dispose of your personal debris than to leave it for someone else to find. Left-over rubbish could affect your deposit.

Appliance cleaning

When you empty the fridge and freezer, give the shelves/drawers a quick wipe-down. The same applies to the hob and oven. The general cleanliness of the property will be noted in the inspection.

Check your tenancy agreement

If your property was professionally cleaned when you moved in, having it cleaned when you move out may be a condition of your contract, so you’ll need to organise an end-of-tenancy clean. If it hasn’t been done, your landlord could deduct the cost from your deposit.

Outside areas

If your rental has outside space, you’ll need to give it a quick tidy, too. Make sure you’ve removed any rubbish and left it in the same condition as when you moved in. This includes getting rid of weeds.

If you’re looking for a new rental property, get in touch with the JC Property letting team today.

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