VACATING YOUR RENTAL UNIT CHECKLIST:

TO ENSURE FULL RETURN OF YOUR DAMAGE DEPOSIT PLEASE FOLLOW BELOW:

Kitchen

• Give those appliances a good scrub inside and out!!! (and yes that includes the inside of the oven, racks as well) and inside and top of fridge
• Clean the sink
• Clean out and wash all cupboards inside and cabinet fronts and handles
• Wipe down countertops 

Bathrooms

• Clean that toilet, inside and out! (including around the base)
• Clean the bathtub and/or shower 
• Clean inside and out of cabinets & vanities
• Wipe mirrors 
• Clean the sink

Walls and Ceilings

• Keep walls and ceilings free from smudges, food stains, scrapes, crayons, holes and dents.
• Wash walls where needed
• All painted areas must be left clean and dust free

Light Fixtures

Light fixtures need to be in the same shape as when you moved in, clean and intact

Make sure no light bulbs are missing or burnt out

Windows and Blinds

• Windows and blinds should be clean and dust free

Baseboards and Frames

• (See walls and ceilings)
• Watch especially for chipped paint (usually from moving furniture in and out)

Floors

Sweep, vacuum and wash – carpeted areas will be professionally shampooed arranged by the property manager.   DO NOT SHAMPOO CARPETS

Remove all of your belongings from the rental premises

• This includes belongings in the yard and/or garage and sheds if applicable
• Remember to clean out all cupboards and closets, and be sure to check high shelves

Yards, Driveways and Walkways

If you have been responsible for shoveling or mowing the lawn, these things should be done just before you leave the premises

Upon Move out

It is your responsibility to contact utility providers to cancel your accounts or move them.

Ensure that you have taken all necessary utility meter readings and phone in to utility providers to obtain your last bills.   Your damage deposit will not be paid back until we have confirmation that final bills (hydro, water – if applicable) have been paid for.

Lastly,

Contact us for your final move out inspection.   We will walk through the property with you and ensure that everything is taken care of!