Moving out check list Tenancy agreement Check your contract for an end of tenancy procedure and follow it! Cleaning Have a proper deep clean! The property needs to be returned to the landlord in the same condition as when you moved in, except for fair wear and tear. Take dated photos as evidence. Bills and contracts If you pay your utility bills yourself, contact the utility companies and ensure the bills are paid in full. Also let them know the date you will be leaving the property and provide them with a final meter reading on the day you leave. If bills are included in your rent, give the final meter reading to your accommodation provider but keep details for your records. TV licence If you have purchased a TV licence you can get a refund for the summer months if you are not living in the property. Visit www.tvlicensing.co.uk Unwanted items Remove all of your unwanted items from the property. Don’t forget to recycle or donate. Rubbish Completely clear the property of waste, including items of food as you may be charged for cleaners to remove it and it could stop you from getting your full deposit back. Return keys follow the instructions on your tenancy agreement on how to return the keys to the landlord/agent and ask for a receipt as proof. Mail Use Royal Mail’s post redirection service to make sure that confidential post is forwarded to another address of your choice. 47
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