Review this list of ten things to think about for the best chance to get your security deposit back.
- Give written notice required by your lease. Mail it certified mail, return receipt to assure we received it.
- Pay your last month’s rent. You cannot use your security deposit for rent. Refer to your lease. If you do not pay your last month, we will have to file eviction, and it will cost you at least $300 and damage your credit.
- Leave the house clean. This includes fireplace, appliances, cabinets, floors, crawl space, attics, and garage. Remove picture nails and patch holes properly.
- Remove all of your personal property, trash, and firewood. We charge for removal. Removing things like grills, oil, propane tanks, chemicals, and tires will cost more for disposal.
- Mow the lawn, rake leaves, and weed the beds.
- Return keys and garage door openers. We will charge a fee per lock to re-key and full replacement cost per garage door opener.
- Do not let utilities get turned off prior to the move out inspection or you will be charged for our time and re-connect fee.
- Move out inspection by a Pyramis Property Manager will occur within 24 hours of you returning keys and receipt for carpet cleaning.
- Your Lease Agreement requires you to have the carpets professionally cleaned. There are a few firms that we have deemed to be unacceptable. Be sure to check with your property manager for a list of those companies.
- Do NOT spot paint walls! You will be charged to paint the entire wall.