Sometimes when you rent places things happen. People can get out of control and damage is done to the rental property. The most common problem is holes in the walls. These holes can be fixed by you which can save you from having the landlord fix it and deducting it off your security deposit.
If you put a small hole in the wall when you are moving out, you can repair it quickly.
For holes less than two inches in diameter you will need:
* Putty knife
* Wallboard knife
* Peel and stick repair tape
* Spackling compound
* Sand paper
Step #1
If the hole is small with no cracks around the edges, simply use the putty knife to fill the hole with spackling compound. Let it dry and sand.
Step #2
If the hole does have cracked edges, you may need to cut away the loose edges. Then cut a piece of mess to cover the area.
Step #3
Use your putty knife to smooth the spackling over the area. Then use a damp sponge to smooth the area out. Let dry and apply another layer of spackling if necessary.
Step #4
Sand the area smooth.
Moving Your Pet
Getting through the emotional stress of moving is difficult enough for adults and children. But what about pets, a species with whom we can't even level? Pet owners are often baffled by their pets' behavior during and after a move. Sometimes it's a personality change, a regression in housebreaking habits or a sudden unexplained illness. Even if you don't notice something that dramatic, there's no question that your faithful companion is feeling stress. How do you move your pet and keep the strain to an absolute minimum -- both to yourself and your beloved pet?
Is That Apartment Hazardous to Your Health?
When you sign a lease committing yourself to a unit in an apartment complex or building, you're agreeing to live in close quarters with strangers. You're also making the assumption that your building will be properly managed and maintained. That includes such factors as air quality and adequate pest control. As a tenant, you have rights, of course, but some of the most serious threats to your health -- such as carbon monoxide -- are ones you can't even see or smell.
Does The Landlord Have To Clean The Apartment Before I Move In?
QUESTION:What can I do about a landlord who promised a clean and newly painted apartment before we moved in, but didn't deliver? We have moved in because we had nowhere else to go, but I am concerned about our children's health and the total well-being of our family. Can I report the unhealthy living conditions to the health department? Please let me know of my legal rights or how to go about this problem in a dignified manner.
