Moving and College - Tips for Moving Out of a Dorm Room

How to Make Sure You Get Back Your Deposit

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide

When you're moving from college to home, even if it's just for the summer, there are steps you should take to make sure you get back your initial deposit. All it takes is a little planning and a bit of elbow grease.

Know What You Agreed To

Find and review your rental agreement. When you moved in, the college probably asked you to sign a contract or provided you with a list of rules that you need to abide to while in residence. Here are some common rules that you should know:

·         You were responsible for keeping your room clean and maintaining its upkeep.

·         When you move your room must be left clean, all garbage removed and no items left behind. If this is not upheld, then you might have to pay extra cleaning costs. It's much easier and cheaper for you to clean your room thoroughly before you move out.

·         If you're living in a residence that has common rooms, such as a kitchen, living room, etc..., you might be responsible, along with your dorm mates, to make sure the common areas are clean and any damages are reported.

·         In order to receive back your initial deposit, you have to book a check-out inspection. This usually needs to be pre-booked and must be done before you leave.

·         Make sure you've paid off any extraneous charges or fines that might have accumulated over the school year. If you fail to pay off your account, you may not get back your initial deposit.

Check out Procedures

·         Know the check-out rules. Find out when you have to move-out. Often the date corresponds to the last day of your exams or the final day of classes. The residence may allow you 24-hours after the final exam or give you a final date move-out.

·         Book the inspection. As mentioned previously, you'll have to book a room inspection. Sign up early to make sure this task is covered so you're not hanging around the residence after you're ready to move. Make sure you're present for the inspection as you'll need to sign-off on the inspection and can be there to discuss any concerns.

·         Know what the inspection requires. Some residences require that all your things have been removed and that the room is left empty. Find out beforehand if all your things need to be moved out before your scheduled appointment. You might have to make arrangements to store your things or plan the inspection appointment well so that you're not having to stay an extra night.

·         Find out what to do with the keys. Most keys will be taken at the inspection. Some residences will ask that keys be dropped off at the main office. Know before you move out.

·         Know where to put your garbage. Most residences will supply extra dumpsters for move-out days. Find out where you can put things that you no longer want or need. Make sure if you have any items that someone else might be able to use, that you arrange their pick-up or drop-off. Check this list for community non-profits that might be able to use your stuff.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/movingforcollegestudent1/a/dorm_moveouts.htm



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