MOVE-OUT PROCESS

As you go through the move-out process, make sure you are completing each of these tasks.

  • This is the first step in processing your move out. Move Out Form is here.

  • Your lease is your treasure map to a smooth move-out. Look inside to see what you’ve agreed to in terms of notice period, early termination fees, giving a forwarding address, and move-out condition and cleaning.

  • Even if you plan to move at the end of your lease, you MUST give a 30 day notice in writing, The easiest way to do this is by submitting an Intent To Move Out in your Resident Center account. If you don’t hear back, contact us.

  • The State of Michigan requires that you give a forwarding address within 4 days of moving out. The easiest way to do this is through your Move Out Form

  • You can do so here.

  • We can walk through together if you’d like, once your belongings are removed.

    • Check your lease for your utility companies.

    • The utilities must stay in your name until the lease ends, even if you are leaving early. Leave the utilities in your name until you’ve confirmed a transfer date with Zinnia Homes.

    • Take note of the confirmation number.

    • You’ll need to provide your forwarding address.

    • Let our office know that you’ve completed the process.

    Here are some commonly used utility companies (but check your lease for yours specifically)

    Holland BPW - City of Holland electric, water, sewer, trash. Also electric for part of Holland Charter Township

    Semco Energy Gas - City of Holland and some townships’ gas

    Consumers Energy - some townships’ electric

    Holland Charter Township - water and sewer for Holland Charter Township and some of Park Township

  • See below for a checklist to use for cleaning and move-out.

  • Do not turn your fridge off. Please leave the furnace or boiler running in the winter.

  • Do not leave a bin full of trash at your unit. We have to charge to come back and take it out. Make plans for removing it ahead of time.

  • Within 30 days of move-out, look for your ledger and check (if applicable) in the mail to the forwarding address that you provided.

    If something doesn’t look right or fair, get in touch right away.

Cleaning Checklist: Here is a list of what and how to clean, and commonly-charged fines for not doing so.

  • In general, all items checked on your move-in checklist need to be present and in good repair (except for normal wear and tear) when you vacate, or you will be charged to repair or replace them.

  • Remove all belongings and trash from the inside and outside of your unit ($150 minimum for removal and rehoming of belongings or trash)

  • Move trash container to the curb ONLY if collection is the following day. If trash collection is further out, make arrangements to come back and take it out. DO NOT leave a full trash can without making arrangements to take care of it. ($50 to take your trash out for you if you leave a full trash can without a plan in place)

  • Replace any burned out light bulbs with LEDs ($3 minimum per burned out bulb)

  • Clean light fixtures, even inside globes

  • Clean and dust heat vents, baseboard heaters, cold air returns, and grates.

  • Clean all doors, doorjambs, windows, frames, and sills inside and out. Clean window treatments and blinds.

  • If a dog was present in your home, clean up all dog waste ($5 per waste pile)

  • Clean all kitchen surfaces, walls, floors, stove, oven, cabinets, storage areas, sinks, and appliances, including behind appliances. All surfaces must be clean and free of grease, dirt, and crumbs.

  • Clean oven thoroughly. Replace the drip pans on the stove (if applicable) if they are greasy. Clean the vent hood and any grease spots.

  • Clean washing machine and dryer, if applicable, including behind them, lint trap, filters, and outdoor lint vent.

  • Scrub all bathroom surfaces until they sparkle. Toilets, walls, floors, grout, cabinets, storage areas, vanities, mirror, bath tub, shower.

  • Clean any hair out of all drains. (The plumber charges $80-$150 to unclog drains.)

  • Clean shelving in cabinets and closets, and remove and discard any hangers.

  • Sweep and mop all hard flooring. If we have to scrub floors and remove excess wax, dirt, or residue, the labor cost will be charged to you.

  • Wipe down walls and trim. A mild solution will remove dirt, grease, and marks. Clean scuffs with rag or magic eraser. Large holes in walls or ceiling will be repaired by maintenance staff and charged to your account. Please do not patch your own holes. ($10-25 per large hole)

  • Vacuum all carpeting. If in your lease you agreed to clean the carpets upon move-out, provide a receipt for professional cleaning.

  • Patios/balconies/outdoor areas must be clean with all debris, belongings, and trash removed.

  • Storage rooms and/or garage must be swept out and all debris, belongings, and trash removed.

  • Empty all closets, cupboards, and drawers. Wipe them out and take care of scuffs and trash.

  • Clean your parking areas and garage floor (if applicable) of any grease or oil spots.

  • Any cleaning needed after you move out will be charged at a minimum $50/hour.