Move-out Checklist

☐ Send written move-out notice to your landlord (check your lease for required notice period)

☐ Review your lease for any move-out requirements or fees

☐ Begin searching for a replacement tenant if required by your lease

☐ List your place on PassTheKeys to find a replacement

☐ Take photos of the current condition of the unit for your records

☐ Start decluttering and donating items you no longer need

☐ Get quotes from moving companies or reserve a rental truck

☐ Notify your renters insurance provider of your upcoming move

☐ Schedule a professional cleaning or plan to deep-clean yourself

☐ Start packing non-essential items

☐ Gather packing supplies (boxes, tape, bubble wrap)

☐ Schedule utility disconnection or transfer dates

☐ Update your address with USPS (forward your mail)

☐ Notify bank, employer, subscriptions, and other services of your address change

☐ Begin patching small nail holes and touching up paint if needed

☐ Schedule your move-out walkthrough with your landlord

☐ Transfer or cancel utilities (electricity, gas, water, internet)

☐ Redirect mail with USPS if not already done

☐ Finish packing all remaining items

☐ Clean appliances (oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave)

☐ Clean bathrooms thoroughly (toilet, shower, sink, mirrors)

☐ Vacuum and mop all floors

☐ Wipe down all countertops, cabinets, and shelves

☐ Clean inside all closets

☐ Replace any burned-out light bulbs

☐ Test smoke detectors and replace batteries if needed

☐ Do a final walkthrough of every room, closet, and storage area

☐ Take timestamped photos and video of the entire unit

☐ Remove all personal belongings (check attic, basement, garage, patio)

☐ Take out all trash and recycling

☐ Do a final sweep and spot-clean if needed

☐ Return all keys, garage remotes, and access cards to the landlord

☐ Complete the move-out walkthrough with your landlord (get a signed checklist if possible)

☐ Collect a receipt or written confirmation of key return

☐ Lock the unit and confirm with the landlord that you are officially moved out

☐ Confirm your forwarding address is on file with the landlord for deposit return

☐ Follow up on your security deposit (Utah law requires return within 30 days)

☐ Review the deposit itemization statement when received

☐ Dispute any unfair deductions in writing if necessary

☐ Cancel or update your renters insurance policy

☐ Leave a review for your landlord or property to help future tenants