Preparing to Move Out

There are so many things you are responsible for when you are moving out of your UF housing, so it can be difficult to know where to begin. Below are several steps you will want to take in order to ensure your moving process goes as smoothly as possible.

1. Find Lease

   Before you put everything from your Gainesville apartment into boxes, pull out your contract. Read over it to find your exact exit date and any rules your complex may have for move out. Failure to comply with any written agreements may result in fines so it is best to remain as informed as possible. While searching for your contract, you should find the inspection sheet you filled out when you moved in. This will keep you from being held accountable for any damage that you were not responsible for.

2. Carefully Think Through Process

   Take some time to sit down and come up with a schedule and checklist. You will want to consider when you must be out of your previous apartment, when you are allowed to move into your new luxury student apartments in Gainesville, FL and when your friends will be available to help you transport your belongings. Additionally, write down any tasks you must complete before you leave such as repairs, utility coordinations and change of address.

3. Completely Empty Apartment

   You will be charged for any effort the cleaning crew must exert to prepare your unit for the next tenant. Therefore, it will greatly benefit you to remove everything from the unit including unwanted items, large pieces of furniture and trash. Whether you want these items or not, you will be charged so when in doubt, discard of unwanted possessions.

4. Clean Thoroughly

   You should do your best to leave your student housing near UF as if you never lived there. After you remove your belongings, take the time to deep clean. This includes flooring, floorboards, walls, surfaces, cabinets, refrigerator, shower, toilet, windows and light fixtures. The better you clean, the greater chance you will have to receive your security deposit back in full.

5. Make Small Repairs

   When possible, fix any problems you may have in your UF student apartments. It will always be cheaper if you find solutions rather than relying on your landlord such as changing light bulbs, spackling holes in the wall, and repainting sections of the wall that have become scuffed or damaged.

Gainesville Moving Process

A successful moving process involves careful planning and attention to detail. Make sure you begin early and allot enough time to tackle each step without feeling stressed by time constraints. Once you move out, you can instead focus on the excitement of moving into your new luxury student apartments in Gainesville, FL at The Retreat at Gainesville.