Useful Tips for Moving Out of a Rental House

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Useful Tips for Moving Out of a Rental House By: Adam Wiese (University of Adelaide) Abstract Moving is stressful and complicated, and it's easy to forget important things - stuff that can cause last minute panic. So de-stress your move, make sure you've done everything you need to do on moving day, and before you say goodbye to your old home. In all the moving mayhem, it's easy to forget some essential tasks. Here are some important things you should consider when moving out from a rental property.

<strong>Useful</strong> <strong>Tips</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Moving</strong> <strong>Out</strong> <strong>of</strong> a <strong>Rental</strong><br />

<strong>House</strong><br />

By: Adam Wiese<br />

(University <strong>of</strong> Adelaide)<br />

Abstract<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> is stressful and complicated, and it's easy to <strong>for</strong>get important things -<br />

stuff that can cause last minute panic. So de-stress your move, make sure<br />

you've done everything you need to do on moving day, and be<strong>for</strong>e you say<br />

goodbye to your old home. In all the moving mayhem, it's easy to <strong>for</strong>get some<br />

essential tasks. Here are some important things you should consider when<br />

moving out from a rental property.


1.0 Introduction<br />

If you have never moved out <strong>of</strong> a rental property be<strong>for</strong>e, or it has been a while<br />

between moves and you are not sure you remember what needs to be done to<br />

get your bond money back. You’ve come to the right place. Here’s a list <strong>of</strong><br />

tasks that needed doing when moving out from a rented property. Read the<br />

tips carefully and make your move easier.<br />

2.0 Things to remember when you move out <strong>of</strong> a<br />

rental property<br />

Along the way, I have picked up one or two tips or new things that need<br />

addressing each time I've moved.<br />

If you have never moved out <strong>of</strong> a rental property be<strong>for</strong>e, or it has been a while<br />

between moves and you are not sure you remember what needs to be done to<br />

get your bond money back, here are some useful tips I have collaborated:


1. Curtains<br />

Many rental properties come with curtains and, depending on what material<br />

they are made from, they will more than likely need cleaning in order to get<br />

your bond money back.<br />

Some curtains can be steam cleaned, others washed in the machine, but there<br />

are some that will require drycleaning.<br />

Here is a website with tips about how to clean the curtains that you can do<br />

yourself: Cleaning curtains<br />

2. Mattresses<br />

Some rental properties come partially furnished, including beds. What many<br />

renters don't realise is that furnished properties require all supplied furniture<br />

that is covered in material to be steam cleaned, including couches and<br />

mattresses. Here is a website full <strong>of</strong> tips about taking care <strong>of</strong> mattresses:<br />

Mattresses care cleaning tips<br />

3. Carpets<br />

Most people know that in order to get your bond money back, you have to get<br />

your carpets cleaned by a pr<strong>of</strong>essional and provide a receipt. Throughout your<br />

lease, you may spill a glass <strong>of</strong> wine accidentally on the carpet, or walk in gum<br />

you've trodden on outside that someone has carelessly left on the ground.<br />

These stains or sticky items stuck to the carpet can be removed be<strong>for</strong>e<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essionals come in and charge extra <strong>for</strong> such work. Here are some tips<br />

how: Stains and sticky things in carpets<br />

4. Garden and lawns


If your property has a garden, you will need to make sure it has been trimmed,<br />

tidied and all rubbish removed be<strong>for</strong>e you hand the keys in. Some property<br />

managers will also penalise lawns that been left to die, so if it hasn't rained in<br />

a while, you might want to water your lawn in the weeks leading up to exiting<br />

the property and mow it a few days be<strong>for</strong>e you go.<br />

5. Phones<br />

A friend recently learned about the costly exercise <strong>of</strong> moving properties,<br />

particularly when you have Netflix and at least one <strong>of</strong> the household members<br />

is a gamer or spends a lot <strong>of</strong> time on the internet <strong>for</strong> other purposes.<br />

The service provider - Telstra - has three 'packages' to help people move. The<br />

lowest being $59 and the Gold package being $399. My friend was advised by<br />

another to chat to Telstra via the 24x7 app and they should be able to get the<br />

connections sorted <strong>for</strong> less.<br />

And if you only have a mobile phone, you still need to ring your provider to<br />

change your address.<br />

6. Electricity<br />

Don't <strong>for</strong>get to disconnect your electricity <strong>for</strong> the day after you move out and<br />

hand keys back to real estate agent!<br />

The last thing you want is to <strong>for</strong>get to disconnect at the old residence and end<br />

up paying <strong>for</strong> the new tenants power supply.<br />

You are less likely to <strong>for</strong>get this if you are moving into a new rental property<br />

or your own home, but sometimes you are moving into share accommodation<br />

or interstate where you have the options <strong>of</strong> using a different provider.<br />

Many people try to pack and move their household by himself to save some<br />

money, But most <strong>of</strong> the times they fail.<br />

7. Carports, garages, patios and balconies


More <strong>of</strong>ten than not, these areas are <strong>for</strong>gotten about in the clean up as we<br />

generally don't have skin contact with the areas that need attention.<br />

Carports and garages in particular are prone to have oil stains. Here is a video<br />

with some tips to remove oil stains from concrete:<br />

Balconies and patios can be riddle with stains and other dirty substances that<br />

need cleaning - bird droppings, pollen residue, dust, rain/dust/bugs on<br />

windows and doors attached to the balcony or patio.<br />

Here is one blog full <strong>of</strong> tips about cleaning balconies/patios: Balcony Cleaning<br />

<strong>Tips</strong> <strong>for</strong> your <strong>House</strong> or Apartment<br />

8. Ceiling fans and light fittings<br />

We don't tend to look at the ceiling <strong>for</strong> copious amounts <strong>of</strong> time .... not enough<br />

to remind us that dust and dead bugs gather in odd places like on ceiling fans<br />

and light fittings. Unless <strong>of</strong> course, you have a cat, a bird, or young boys in the<br />

house (I've heard some interesting stories from the parents <strong>of</strong> young boys<br />

involving ceiling fans).<br />

And here are some tips on how to clean ceiling fans, particularly <strong>for</strong> short<br />

people: Ceiling fan cleaning<br />

9. One <strong>for</strong> the pet owners<br />

If you own pets, not only do you have to clean up their rubbish, but you also<br />

have to <strong>for</strong>k out money <strong>for</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essionals to carry out pest control after the<br />

pets have been relocated. This is usual highlighted in your tenancy agreement<br />

be<strong>for</strong>e you move in as part <strong>of</strong> the agreement that you can have pets at the<br />

rental property.<br />

10. Bins


Once you've removed all the rubbish from the property and the bins have<br />

been emptied, the bins then need to be cleaned be<strong>for</strong>e handing back keys. This<br />

is usually fairly easy - get a hose, broom (<strong>for</strong> scrubbing the bottom <strong>of</strong> the bin,<br />

and dishwashing detergent (you might want to also add an antibacterial like<br />

bleach to kill smells and germs) and get scrubbing. Don't <strong>for</strong>get to leave the<br />

bin upside down afterwards <strong>for</strong> it to dry out.<br />

3.0 Get Your Tenancy Deposit Back<br />

If you are renting any property, you will most likely need to pay a pretty hefty<br />

deposit to secure your tenancy. This is so that should you break, damage or<br />

lose anything during your occupation the landlord will be able to cover costs.<br />

The landlord may also use the deposit should you not pay your rent on time.<br />

Landlords and letting agents might be friendly all year long. They may even<br />

thank you <strong>for</strong> keeping their property in such pristine condition, but don't be<br />

fooled. From our experience, they'll almost always try to make a quick buck<br />

out <strong>of</strong> your deposit return.


Don't lose out! Today, we're sharing what you need to do to guarantee you get<br />

every penny <strong>of</strong> your deposit back.<br />

‣ At the start <strong>of</strong> your tenancy<br />

1. Read your contract<br />

It sounds like the obvious thing to do, but many <strong>of</strong> us are guilty <strong>of</strong> skimming<br />

over it. Remember, when you sign <strong>for</strong> a property, you are entering a legally<br />

binding contract between yourself and the letting agent or landlord.<br />

You should read your contract a few times to check what you are agreeing to.<br />

You could find that you're responsible <strong>for</strong> the maintenance <strong>of</strong> things like<br />

chimney breasts or the outside <strong>of</strong> windows. It's better to know right from the<br />

start so that you don't have any nasty surprises when you haven't been<br />

keeping up with cleaning.


You are within your rights to query anything in a contract - it's not set in<br />

stone. If anything sounds odd to you, it's worth asking your letting agent or<br />

landlord if a clause is negotiable.<br />

2. Check, check & check again<br />

Your check-in and check-out reports are vital when it comes to keeping your<br />

cash.<br />

A check-in report should be organised by the landlord or letting agent. They<br />

will make an extensive list <strong>of</strong> the properties fixtures and fittings, as well as<br />

detailing the condition they are in. The report should be accompanied by<br />

several photos that will prove the condition <strong>of</strong> the property.<br />

If you spot anything that you think is incorrect or missing, contact either your<br />

landlord or letting agent as close to the start <strong>of</strong> the tenancy as possible to have<br />

it recorded. This way, you won't be charged <strong>for</strong> something that wasn't your<br />

fault.<br />

2. Compile evidence


The check-in report doesn't always cover everything. You should always<br />

conduct your own report as close to the start <strong>of</strong> tenancy as possible - don't<br />

wait a full month or they'll never believe that red wine stain wasn't you!<br />

As part <strong>of</strong> making your own check-in report, you should take plenty <strong>of</strong> photos.<br />

You never know what the initial report might have missed. You should also<br />

take some photos at the end <strong>of</strong> the tenancy, just in case you need to provide<br />

evidence in a dispute.<br />

Ideally, you'll want to return your findings to the letting agent or landlord and<br />

have them agree that those findings were there at the start. Get this evidence<br />

in writing.<br />

‣ Throughout tenancy<br />

3. Avoid putting anything on the walls<br />

To be on the safe side, just leave your walls alone.<br />

If like us, you can't help taking decorating to the extreme, you'll want to use<br />

damage-free command hooks. A word to the wise, they don't always work.<br />

Never, ever use sticky tape or Blu-tac. Both leave horrendous oily, sticky<br />

marks and could even peel <strong>of</strong>f the paint! Unless you're planning on painting<br />

the walls again be<strong>for</strong>e you leave, don't bother - it's not worth it.<br />

If it's too late, and you are reading this retrospectively, find a tester sized pot<br />

<strong>of</strong> paint that matches the walls perfectly. Do your best to cover up any marks<br />

you've made and patch up holes from nails you might have put in the wall.<br />

It'll be cheaper than letting your landlord make repairs.<br />

5. Keep it clean<br />

Easier said than done in a house share, but try your best to keep on top <strong>of</strong> the<br />

cleaning tasks throughout the year. If grime is left <strong>for</strong> long enough, it'll never<br />

come <strong>of</strong>f.


If you only have a week or a month, try to work through each room one at a<br />

time.<br />

6. Protect the fixtures & fittings<br />

If the property is furnished, do all you can to protect the condition <strong>of</strong> the<br />

furniture. Some easy ways to do this include:<br />

Use a mattress protector on the bed<br />

Use coasters, placemats, tablecloths and trays <strong>for</strong> drinks and food<br />

Drape blankets over chairs and s<strong>of</strong>as to protect from spills<br />

Place rugs on the floors to stop furniture from scratching the wood or to<br />

stop spills from staining the carpet<br />

7. Report problems to your landlord


As soon as you discover a problem with your property, no matter how small,<br />

you should report it to your landlord or letting agent. If you leave it, and it is<br />

discovered during the checkout, you may be charged.<br />

Report problems during the tenancy and the landlord will normally have it<br />

repaired as well as being the one to foot the bill. It'll also prove that you are a<br />

reliable tenant.<br />

If you decide to make repairs or home improvements yourself, always get<br />

written permission from the landlord. Take photos <strong>of</strong> the be<strong>for</strong>e and after.<br />

You might be able to bill your landlord <strong>for</strong> costs if you provide receipts.<br />

8. Stick to the rules


If your contract says you can't have pets, don't sneak them in! Pets can cause a<br />

lot <strong>of</strong> noticeable damage - not to mention their smell! Check if you're allowed<br />

them first, and if the answer is no, don't risk it.<br />

If you are allowed them, you'll want to take extra care when bringing your<br />

property back up to scratch <strong>for</strong> check out. Permission to have pets is not to<br />

say that you can let the landlord's property fall into disrepair.<br />

9. Vent your property<br />

Make sure to open your windows and turn on the heating when necessary.<br />

The last thing you want is to be the one who ruins a lovely house with mould<br />

and damp.<br />

You can purchase commercial sprays to treat the problem and a cheap<br />

dehumidifier. Be careful - sprays can damage the paint job on walls.


10. Pay your bills & rent<br />

Your landlord can use your deposit to pay <strong>of</strong>f any remaining bills and rent.<br />

About a month in advance, contact all <strong>of</strong> your bill providers and tell them the<br />

end date <strong>of</strong> your tenancy.<br />

When you have your final meter readings, make sure to give them to the bill<br />

providers and pay <strong>of</strong>f any outstanding monies. You might find that you're in<br />

credit and owed a refund if you pay standing orders.<br />

11. Replace anything you break<br />

If your property comes with kitchen wares provided, take extra care <strong>of</strong> them.<br />

We suggest tucking them in the back <strong>of</strong> a cupboard and using your own to be<br />

on the safe side.


if you do go ahead and use them, ensure that you replace anything that breaks.<br />

If you can't find an exact replacement, in<strong>for</strong>m your landlord that you have<br />

replaced it with a like <strong>for</strong> like and ensure they are happy with this.<br />

If the damage has happened to a larger piece <strong>of</strong> furniture that you can't af<strong>for</strong>d<br />

to replace, let your landlord know immediately. You might think this is a bad<br />

idea, but you'll be more likely to get away with it than if you keep stum.<br />

‣ Toward the end <strong>of</strong> tenancy<br />

12. Get everyone involved in cleaning<br />

Just because you're moving out at different times, it doesn't mean that all the<br />

responsibility should fall on the shoulders <strong>of</strong> the last to leave. Arrange <strong>for</strong><br />

everyone to come back and get the place up to scratch.<br />

If anyone is being particularly difficult, leaving rubbish or not cleaning their<br />

space properly, it's only fair that the majority <strong>of</strong> the deductions come from


their deposit and not yours. Suggest this to them and they might suddenly<br />

turn up, brandishing a pair <strong>of</strong> marigolds.<br />

Even if you're having a pr<strong>of</strong>essional clean, you should always clean to your<br />

very best standard. The pr<strong>of</strong>essional clean should just be done to achieve a<br />

sparking, industrial finish.<br />

The most common areas tenants <strong>for</strong>get to clean are:<br />

Oven<br />

Windows<br />

Fridge-Freezer<br />

Skirting boards<br />

Switches<br />

Curtains and blinds<br />

Filters<br />

Windowsills<br />

Light fixtures<br />

Radiators<br />

Under beds<br />

Drains<br />

13. Dispose <strong>of</strong> all rubbish<br />

You need to remove everything from the property that wasn't there at the<br />

start. You might think you are being kind, leaving handy bits and bobs <strong>for</strong> the<br />

next tenants but that won't fly with your landlord.<br />

We'd advise removing any hooks you've put up too. Even though they would<br />

definitely be useful <strong>for</strong> whoever is in next, they'll be considered as add-ons.<br />

Clean out fridges, freezers, cupboards - the lot. Don't leave any cleaning<br />

supplies or loo roll either. It'll all be grounds <strong>for</strong> being charged <strong>for</strong> waste<br />

disposal, and you probably won't be given the chance to come and collect<br />

anything later.


Never leave rubbish bags outside that won't fit inside your bin. You need to<br />

take responsibility and have this cleared by yourself. Some landlords might<br />

want you leaving the refuse bins completely empty so you might even find<br />

yourself making <strong>for</strong> the dump.<br />

14. Get your property pr<strong>of</strong>essionally cleaned<br />

Too many tenants think that doing a deep clean themselves will be up to<br />

scratch. Whilst you may have left the property in better condition than you<br />

found it in, there is no hard pro<strong>of</strong> that it has been cleaned and many letting<br />

agents will not recognise your ef<strong>for</strong>ts as "pr<strong>of</strong>essional".<br />

The check out will normally want to see a receipt proving that you have had a<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional clean. Make sure that you get a receipt if you do pay out <strong>for</strong> a<br />

clean and ensure that you get the carpets cleaned too.


We advise that you check the condition <strong>of</strong> the property after the pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

clean or supervise it if you can. You'd be surprised by how bad some cleaning<br />

companies can be, even breaking furniture and leaving their own rubbish<br />

behind.<br />

If you find this to be the case, and the letting agents have supplied the cleaning<br />

company <strong>for</strong> you, complain to your agent. They should call the cleaners back if<br />

you feel the job was not satisfactory.<br />

15. Don't <strong>for</strong>get the freezer!<br />

On vacating, you should clean and defrost the fridge and freezer. Turn them<br />

<strong>of</strong>f at the wall (making sure there is nothing left inside) and leave the doors<br />

open so that it can dry and air out.


4.0 End <strong>of</strong> Lease Cleaning <strong>Tips</strong> to Ensure You Get<br />

Your <strong>Rental</strong> Bond Back<br />

Once the rental tenure is over, you have to take care <strong>of</strong> several things be<strong>for</strong>e<br />

vacating the property, and on top <strong>of</strong> all the preparation, you need to make<br />

sure that the property is clean. Otherwise, you might have to leave the place<br />

without getting the bond money back and would be the last thing a tenant<br />

wants.<br />

That is why people opt <strong>for</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional end <strong>of</strong> lease cleaners in Adelaide as<br />

they are aware <strong>of</strong> all the specific requirements and provide high-quality<br />

cleaning service. However, if you want to per<strong>for</strong>m the bond cleaning, here are<br />

some useful tips that can help you get the entire bond amount back. Let’s have<br />

a look.<br />

‣ Things You Can Do During Your Stay<br />

The preparation to get your bond back begins right from the time you enter<br />

the leased property. Here are some essential tips <strong>for</strong> the same:<br />

1. Take pictures at the beginning<br />

Be<strong>for</strong>e you move to a property, you should have the complete record the<br />

property condition. And <strong>for</strong> that, you need to take photos <strong>of</strong> different rooms<br />

and the facade inside the property.<br />

This is essential to make sure that the property manager/landlord cannot<br />

overcharge you with unnecessary penalties in the name <strong>of</strong> those damages that<br />

have nothing to do with you.


2. Resolve the Issue Immediately<br />

You should do the necessary cleaning <strong>of</strong> moulds, stains and spills right away.<br />

The reason why you should act immediately because the longer they will be<br />

untouched, the harder they become to remove.<br />

So try to remove them as quick as possible. If you are unable to get rid <strong>of</strong> the<br />

moulds and stains despite making every possible ef<strong>for</strong>ts, it is advisable to<br />

contact a pr<strong>of</strong>essional end <strong>of</strong> lease cleaning company in Adelaide to tackle<br />

such issues.<br />

3. Make cleaning a habit<br />

If you make cleaning a habit, then you won’t face any major problem while<br />

cleaning the property at the end <strong>of</strong> your lease. All you need to do is to follow a<br />

few simple things like removing shoes outdoor be<strong>for</strong>e entering the property,<br />

do not smoke inside the property dusting on weekends and so on.<br />

4. Discuss with the property manager about your pets<br />

Many property managers refuse their tenants to bring along a pet to the<br />

property. If you are also facing the same scenario, you should not have a pet in<br />

the rental property.<br />

The landlords <strong>of</strong>ten follow this strict pet policy because they fear that the pets<br />

can cause some damage and the rooms can be a little stinky. Moreover,<br />

carpets with inadequate cleaning and dirty floors will make the property less<br />

appealing to new tenants.<br />

5. Do not hesitate to contact your landlord<br />

you have moved to a rental property and find that some specific things are not<br />

working or already damaged, get in touch with the landlord or property<br />

manager immediately. Always remember that fixing such damage inside the


property is your landlord’s responsibility. If you don’t do that, the inspection<br />

agent can use that specific problem to keep some percentage <strong>of</strong> your bond<br />

money in future.<br />

6. Understand the Lease agreement properly<br />

It is essential <strong>for</strong> you to understand the terms and conditions <strong>of</strong> your lease<br />

agreement. If you study the terms <strong>of</strong> the lease properly, it will help you a lot to<br />

save your bond money. Some terms disallow pets in the house while doesn’t<br />

let you smoke inside the premises. You can stay accordingly and get back the<br />

security deposit at the time <strong>of</strong> leaving. However, if neglect these terms <strong>of</strong> the<br />

lease, you are most likely to pay the damages <strong>for</strong> violating the terms.<br />

‣ End <strong>of</strong> Lease Cleaning <strong>Tips</strong>:<br />

1. Clean Your Kitchen Properly<br />

When it comes to kitchen cleaning, you need to focus on those places and<br />

appliance that belong to your landlord and the property and, not you. For<br />

instance, clean the walls, floors, oven, chimney and drain <strong>of</strong> the dishwater,<br />

rather than your utensils and refrigerator.<br />

Tenants <strong>of</strong>ten overlook the fact that the kitchen is the place that inspection<br />

agents like to have a look at the beginning to analyse the standard <strong>of</strong><br />

cleanliness in the entire property. Most <strong>of</strong> the time the cause <strong>of</strong> dispute has<br />

been the inadequate cleaning <strong>of</strong> oven. Thus, it is crucial <strong>for</strong> you to leave the<br />

kitchen flawlessly clean just like the way you found it when you moved in.<br />

2. Give Special Attention to Windows<br />

Windows cleaning has its significance as they are also an essential part <strong>of</strong> the<br />

property and the landlords keep a close watch during the final inspection.


However, you need to be careful enough if the property is in a high-rise<br />

building. In such a scenario, experts always ask to contact a pr<strong>of</strong>essional end<br />

<strong>of</strong> lease cleaning company in Adelaide.<br />

This is because window cleaning requires some specific techniques and<br />

advance cleaning equipment. Tenants usually don’t have these things at home.<br />

Crystal clear windows is a step closer to get the bond money back.<br />

3. Do Not Neglect the Living Rooms and Carpets<br />

Cleaning the living rooms and bedrooms are also equally important and might<br />

need more ef<strong>for</strong>ts than you think. We spend most <strong>of</strong> our time in these rooms<br />

and do not clean that <strong>of</strong>ten. The light colour carpets, in particular, become<br />

filthy even be<strong>for</strong>e we realise.<br />

So, you need to scrub those dirty wall bases, clean the tiles, cover the holes on<br />

the walls and vacuum all the dirt particles from the carpets and every corner<br />

<strong>of</strong> the house. You can also hire pr<strong>of</strong>essional cleaners <strong>for</strong> carpet cleaning<br />

because it is a tricky job but directly related to the chances <strong>of</strong> getting back the<br />

bind money back.<br />

4. Bathroom Needs More Cleaning Than What You Think<br />

A bathroom is a place that gets dirty frequently. Thus, it deserves special<br />

cleaning from time to time. Things like scrubbing the tubs, sinks, showers and<br />

toilets make bathroom cleaning a challenging task, but not that tough if you<br />

have pr<strong>of</strong>essional cleaners in Adelaide. Their specialists are expert in cleaning<br />

the bathroom comprehensively, and they always use eco-friendly cleaning<br />

products and techniques.<br />

5. Contact Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Cleaners


A lot <strong>of</strong> hard work, planning and smart strategies are involved in making the<br />

house sparkling clean. So, if you are engaged in multi-tasks at a time and don’t<br />

have the luxury <strong>of</strong> time. Experts always recommend hiring vacate cleaning<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional in Adelaide. They work dedicatedly to assure that you get the<br />

bond money back from your property agent without any disputes.<br />

5.0 Checklist When <strong>Moving</strong> out <strong>of</strong> a <strong>Rental</strong><br />

Apartment<br />

If you're moving from a rented apartment, you'll want to review this checklist<br />

<strong>of</strong> things to do be<strong>for</strong>e you move out to make sure you aren't charged<br />

additional fees.<br />

Make Sure You Get Back Your Security Deposit<br />

One <strong>of</strong> the most frustrating things about renting an apartment is when it<br />

comes to moving out, you <strong>of</strong>ten have to push to get back your security deposit.<br />

If you're concerned about getting your security or damage deposit back, check<br />

out this article on what you need to look <strong>for</strong> and do to ensure you receive the<br />

funds back when it comes time to move out.<br />

What to Do If You Need to Break a Lease<br />

If you're renting your current home and you need to move, make sure you<br />

know the details <strong>of</strong> your lease agreement and the penalties that may apply<br />

should you have to break the lease. Knowing what you're signing or have<br />

signed, will help you avoid paying penalties. This guide also provides detailed<br />

in<strong>for</strong>mation on how to break a lease if you have to and your options should<br />

you need to move be<strong>for</strong>e your lease is up.<br />

Quick <strong>Moving</strong>-out Cleaning <strong>Tips</strong><br />

We keep talking about the damage or security deposit and how critical it is to<br />

get it back. Cleaning your apartment is essential to ensuring the money you<br />

paid up front is returned to you after you move out. As part <strong>of</strong> your lease


agreement, you should have a copy <strong>of</strong> the inspection report that the landlord<br />

prepared be<strong>for</strong>e you moved in. The report should've been completed while<br />

you toured the apartment to make sure that any pre-existing damage isn't<br />

blamed on you. If you have pets, it's even more important to clean your place<br />

thoroughly and to make sure any damage your pets incurred is fixed.<br />

How to Hire Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Cleaners to Ensure You Get Your Deposit Back<br />

Consider splurging pr<strong>of</strong>essional cleaners to clean your old place be<strong>for</strong>e<br />

moving out, especially if you're renting. This might seem excessive, but this<br />

will ensure a thorough enough job that you will get your deposit back at<br />

move-out.<br />

Checklist <strong>of</strong> Things to Do When <strong>Moving</strong> <strong>Out</strong><br />

After the last box has been packed and moved and be<strong>for</strong>e you close the door<br />

one last time, there are a few things you still need to do be<strong>for</strong>e you leave.<br />

While this list should be read and reviewed a week or more be<strong>for</strong>e you move<br />

out, it can still be used as a last minute "check" to ensure you've done all you<br />

need to do.<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> <strong>Out</strong> Tasks You Might Forget<br />

When you move, there are just so many things to remember that it's easy to<br />

<strong>for</strong>get the more minor tasks. So you don't <strong>for</strong>get to return library books or<br />

pick up your stuff from the cleaners, check out this list <strong>of</strong> "to dos" and you'll be<br />

sure to have a less stressful move.<br />

What to Expect on <strong>Moving</strong> Day<br />

It's moving day. You're sure you remembered to do everything you needed to<br />

do, but you think there's something missing. Or you were so busy preparing<br />

<strong>for</strong> moving day that you're not quite sure what to expect.<br />

Find out what to expect on moving day, including tips and task lists so you're<br />

not left with last-minute things to do that will not only cause you unnecessary<br />

stress but money, too.


6.0 Hire a Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Removalists <strong>for</strong> Move<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> is not an easy task to do. Many times people try to do it on their own<br />

to save money. But most <strong>of</strong> the times they fail. They either end up breaking<br />

their household items or <strong>for</strong>getting a lot <strong>of</strong> important things back at their<br />

place. They spend more money and time than needed.<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> to a new place is <strong>of</strong>ten exciting, but if not prepared well, it can be<br />

stressful. Relocation on your own can be difficult as it involves a lot <strong>of</strong> major<br />

tasks to do. There are some factors because <strong>of</strong> which your removal can end up<br />

a disaster, <strong>for</strong> example, borrowing non-pr<strong>of</strong>essional cars <strong>of</strong> your friends,<br />

packing and lifting all the furniture, the traffic you might find on the way etc.<br />

There<strong>for</strong>e, it’s better to take help from pr<strong>of</strong>essional and af<strong>for</strong>dable<br />

removalists in Adelaide. Using their services will be a lot more relieving then<br />

doing it yourself. It saves both your time and money. You will be rewarded


with extra time and less stress during your relocation. They will ensure that<br />

your move is well managed with fewer or no issues at all.<br />

Here are major reasons why you need Removalists <strong>for</strong> your end <strong>of</strong> tenancy:<br />

Stress-free move<br />

The greatest benefit <strong>of</strong> hiring a moving company is the convenience they give<br />

you. Things become a lot more fitting when you have expert’s assistance. Your<br />

move will become stress-free, and in fact, you can enjoy relocating.<br />

Storage facility<br />

Many removal companies provide storage facility along with their removal<br />

services. So this is the most valuable point while hiring a removalist company<br />

<strong>for</strong> your house, furniture or <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />

Time-saving<br />

When you are moving all by yourself, then there are so many things to do that<br />

it takes a lot <strong>of</strong> time. You start with your speed and lack <strong>of</strong> experience make<br />

removals in Adelaide more time consuming. But if you hire pr<strong>of</strong>essionals you<br />

won’t have to think about taking extra leaves from your <strong>of</strong>fice or wasting a lot<br />

<strong>of</strong> time doing it. The removalists will do most <strong>of</strong> the tasks <strong>for</strong> you.<br />

Extra services and features<br />

Other than the obvious services like packing, moving, some companies also<br />

<strong>of</strong>fer a comprehensive range <strong>of</strong> services. Reputable companies will either add<br />

these additional services in their package or can <strong>of</strong>fer you separately also.


Budget-friendly<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> to a new place is expensive. And when you have no in<strong>for</strong>mation about<br />

it then you end up spending unnecessarily. Hence it’s better to hire<br />

removalists because you just have to pay them and they will handle all your<br />

expenses involved. They have all the ideas about the new location and how<br />

much it can cost so that you don’t have to pay extra money.<br />

Packing assistance<br />

Whenever you have to relocate from one place to another, the first thing that<br />

comes to your mind is packing all the stuff. You have to pack your furniture,<br />

appliances, breakable items, your gadgets, and so on. It is almost like packing<br />

your full house. And the mere thought <strong>of</strong> packing the full house can make you<br />

sick. But if you take help <strong>of</strong> the pr<strong>of</strong>essionals, you won’t have to think about it.<br />

They will do all the packing <strong>for</strong> you.<br />

Transport facility<br />

If you decide to move by yourself, you may not realise how much space all<br />

your stuff will take to get fit in a moving truck or any vehicle. But the removal<br />

companies have sufficient trucks so that all your household items can be<br />

placed easily. They have special removal vehicles <strong>of</strong> all sizes <strong>for</strong> total<br />

reliability. There will be no hassle <strong>of</strong> transporting awkward or large items.<br />

They have various sizes <strong>of</strong> moving vans.<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essional lifters<br />

The men in your home may acclaim to lift all the furniture that you have, but<br />

you never know how badly it can affect your health. It doesn’t matter how fit<br />

you are but lifting your home’s furniture is not an easy thing to do. It is better<br />

that the experts do it because they are well trained in it. They have properly<br />

trained team who can do all the lifting and load the furniture into the trucks.


They also have trolleys <strong>for</strong> heavy lifting. Instead <strong>of</strong> risking your health, it’s<br />

better to take pr<strong>of</strong>essional help.<br />

Free cartons<br />

If you hire removalists, you don’t need to buy cartoons. The ones which you<br />

get <strong>for</strong> free are not good enough to carry your furnishings. The company give<br />

you good quality cartoons <strong>for</strong> free. It is included in their services.<br />

Extra protection<br />

It doesn’t matter how hard you try there is a hundred percent chance that you<br />

cannot move your house with total perfection. But if you hire a company, they<br />

know how to provide extra protection to your furniture and belongings. They<br />

wrap everything with extra care and protection.<br />

Best time to move<br />

These removalist companies have so much experience that they know what<br />

the ideal time <strong>for</strong> you to move is. When you move to a new location, you don’t<br />

know how the place is, regarding weather, traffic etc. The removalists know<br />

which is the best season to move so that it may not rain when you are moving.<br />

They know what day to move so that you may not get trapped in endless<br />

hours in traffic.<br />

New location guidance<br />

When you hire removalist, they have all the necessary in<strong>for</strong>mation <strong>for</strong> you to<br />

move to a new place. You can even ask them to give you required in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />

that you would need after shifting there. For example, the best places to visit<br />

in Adelaide, what can be the best communities to join, what is the best area to


live <strong>for</strong> your family etc. Interstate and international removalists have all the<br />

details that can help you find out about the place you are moving to.<br />

Conclusion<br />

So, you have read all the tips and took an overview about moving out from a<br />

rental house. When you leave, Always try to leave your rented space neat and<br />

clean. Otherwise your landlord may be entitled to claim some or all <strong>of</strong> your<br />

bond amount. That means you will get less money back. All above points are<br />

very important when you are moving out from a rental property. And it is not<br />

easy to do it all by yourself. Hence the best idea is to hire a team <strong>of</strong> the experts<br />

in Adelaide. They will make your entire moving a lot easier.<br />

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