Move-Out Procedures & Checklist

It is our priority to make sure that your move out transition with us is as smooth as possible. Prior to vacating and surrendering your property keys, please make sure and address the following items.

1. Proper written notice, as outlined in the lease agreement, must be submitted to your Castle Peak Homes representative, along with your forwarding address.

2. Utilities must be connected until 11:59 p.m. on the final day of the lease term.

3. To ensure your security deposit is refunded, please address the additional items:

• DO NOT scratch hardwoods (it can be very costly to repair)

• Wash walls and remove all marks

• Remove all hooks and nails and patch (as required)

• Fill holes in walls with spackle and wipe clean off excess

• Patch any large holes from anchors or molly bolts

• Remove all cobwebs from walls and ceilings

• Clean all switch plates

• Clean all window blinds

• Replace any burned out light bulbs

• Replace smoke detector batteries

• Replace HVAC filters

• Remove and clean all light fixtures, covers or globes

• Remove all personal items from property (including coat hangers)

• Clean shelves throughout

• Return all property and mail box keys

• Clean range, including boiler pans

• Remove and clean drip pan and underneath, if any

• Clean behind and under refrigerator

• Clean exhaust fan and filter (if any)

• Clean exhaust overhead lights to remove grease and dirt

• Wipe out dishwasher, including inside around door

• Clean all cabinets, counters, shelves and drawers inside and out

• Clean all surfaces of microwave including underside filter

• DO NOT turn off refrigerator when vacating

• Clean inside refrigerator, including shelves and drawers

• Clean sink and faucet

• Clean all light fixtures

• Clean all floors and area surfaces

• Wipe down baseboards

• Clean floors and baseboards

• Clean interior windows, frames and tracks

• Clean vanity, medicine cabinet, including mirrors and shelves

• Clean tub, shower, sink and toilet, removing all soap scum

• Clean all bathroom fixtures, (lights, faucets, shower fixtures)

• Clean all counters, drawers and shelves inside and out

• Remove all personal belongings and debris

• Clean any oil stains from garage floor, using appropriate cleaner

• Sweep floor

• Return all garage remotes
  

*This list is for reference only and is not intended to be inclusive of all potential damages.