Security Deposit Guide
WEAR & TEAR SECURITY DEPOSIT GUIDE
We may use some of your security deposit to restore your home to the way it looked and functioned when you moved in, assuming normal wear and tear.
Expect to receive your refund to the forwarding address you provide within 30 days after your move-out date. Security deposit return timelines may vary by state. An itemized statement of deductions and your deposit return will be sent to you within one month of moving out of your home. Please contact your Portfolio Director if you do not receive your security deposit within your state’s return timeline.
All homes age with use, so you are not liable for natural aging of the home. Items considered normal wear and tear include:
Normal Wear and Tear
- Small scratches in the paint
- Small nail holes from pictures
- Minor scuffs in flooring
- Traffic patterns in carpet
Your deposit will only be deducted when damages caused to the property are more than reasonable wear and tear. Examples of items that will cause deductions include:
Deducted
- Large scratches in the paint
- Large stains in carpet/flooring
- Large holes and drywall repair
- Excessive lawn overgrowth
SECURITY DEPOSIT GUIDE
To maximize your security deposit return, check the detailed list below and clean, repair, or replace items that may cause deductions. Low cost covers minor repairs; high cost applies to major damage.
| Cleaning Deductions | Low Cost | High Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | ||
| Oven | $10 | $75 |
| Drip Pans | $5 | $25 |
| Stove/Range | $10 | $50 |
| Vent Hood | $10 | $50 |
| Microwave | $10 | $50 |
| Refrigerator / Freezer | $10 | $100 |
| Dishwasher | $10 | $50 |
| Cabinets and Countertops | $10 | $100 |
| Knobs / Controls | $5 | $35 |
| Bathroom | ||
| Toilet | $10 | $25 |
| Tub / Shower | $10 | $75 |
| Sinks | $10 | $25 |
| Countertops / Cabinets | $10 | $75 |
| Other | ||
| Window Coverings / Blinds | $5/Window | $25/Window |
| Carpet Cleaning | $35/Room | $100/Room |
| Hard Surface Floor Cleaning | $0.25 per sq. ft. | $0.75 per sq. ft. |
| Personal Property / Trash Removal |
$100 | $1,500 |
| Deodorizing, Fumigation, Cleaning & Flea Treatment for Pets |
$100 | $1,500 |
| Personal Property / Trash Removal |
$100 | $1,500 |
| Replacement Deductions | Low Cost | High Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Window Glass (depending on pane size) |
$50 | $500 |
| Window Screens/Lanai Screen |
$20 | $75 |
| Mailbox Keys / HOA Amenity Keys / Garage Remote (lost or not returned) |
$25 | $75 |
| Door Keys (lost or not returned) |
$25 | $75 |
| Refrigerator Shelves / Racks | $25 | $200 |
| Garbage Disposal | $100 | $225 |
| Faucet | $50 | $200 |
| Door | $50 | $500 |
| Light Fixture | $40 | $150 |
| Light Bulb | $2 | $15 |
| Countertops | $25 per sq. ft. | $50 per sq. ft. |
| Cabinetry (upper or lower) | $100 per sq. ft. | $200 per sq. ft. |
| Sink | $100 | $300 |
| Carpet | $2 per sq. ft. | $4 per sq. ft. |
| Hard Surface Flooring | $4 per sq. ft. | $6 per sq. ft. |
| Repair Deductions | Low Cost | High Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Window Coverings/Blinds | $25 / Window | $100 / Window |
| Wallpaper Removal | $100 / Room | $500 / Room |
| Carpet Repairs | $25 / Patch | $200 / Patch |
| Drywall Damage | $20 | $200 |
| Satellite Dish Removal | $200 | $400 |
| Repainting Deductions | Low Cost | High Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Repainting and Wall Repair | $0.50 per sq. ft. | $1.75 per sq. ft. |
Note: This list of estimated deductions is not a complete list and is subject to change. Charges for cleaning, repair or replacement of items that are not on this list may also apply.
