The importance of understanding security deposit deductions in Colorado cannot be overstated. Your security deposit was likely required before you moved into your rental property. You are responsible for covering the costs of significant damage to the property if you leave this deposit. You shouldn’t automatically assume that you’ll get your deposit back just because you aren’t partying in the rental. You can keep your security deposit money by following these maintenance tips to avoid common deductions from your security deposit.
Experiencing more wear and tear than usual
Before moving out, tenants should repair or replace any damaged items or parts of the property. In the absence of this, vendors will be required to handle problems outside the company, which will increase costs due to labor charges. Security deposits in Orlando can be reduced further if these costs are passed on to the tenant.
Remember that Orlando rental properties are subject to some wear and tear. It is almost certain that every property will require a touch-up of paint on the walls or a deep cleaning of the carpets. There are a few things we note below that go above and beyond the normal wear and tear of a vehicle.
Walls and paint
“Normal” wear and tear on walls is not the tenant’s responsibility. It is also important to keep in mind that normal wear and tear is also determined by the condition of the property when you moved in, as well as the duration of your tenancy. The tenant, however, is responsible for any damage to walls or issues requiring a complete paint job. In some cases, it may not be possible to touch up smaller nicks and rubs if the paint code is not available.
Maintaining
According to the lease agreement, tenants are required to clean the property before moving out. Security deposits are sometimes claimed when tenants fail to clean the rental properly before moving out. Magic Erasers and proper cleaning can fix many paint blemishes.
Drapes
The blinds on windows are sometimes abused for some reason. The slats, cords, and brackets can be broken when they are pulled on or slammed around. It may be possible to replace the slats of blinds in the rental unit depending on the type. Often, blinds cannot be fixed unless the entire unit is replaced. Blinds on a rental property are tenants’ responsibility in either case.
The screens
We don’t understand why you’d want to open a window without a screen to keep out the bugs in Central Florida. It is important to note that screens are designed to be removed from window frames. When moving out, tenants must reinstall screens, regardless of why they removed them. For Orlando security deposit deductions to be avoided, the screens and frames must be in good condition (no large holes or bent frames).
Stoppers and handles for doors
There should be no easy breakage with either of these items. As a result of broken items, security deposits will be deducted as they fall outside of normal wear and tear.
Vacant property
Leave your personal belongings on the property even if you did not cause any damage to the structure. These items must be handled by someone. Your personal belongings will need to be removed and disposed of by a vendor. There is a cost associated with those services. Do you know who pays for them?
