Moving out checklist - Private Renters in Camden

Moving out checklist

• Find your tenancy agreement and any attachments 
• Find your move-in inventory 
• Clean the property and make sure it is in the same condition as when you moved in, apart from fair wear and tear.  
• Attend move-out inventory inspection 
• Pay your bills 
  • Make sure you pay all your bills before moving out – gas, electric, broadband, council tax , water etc. 
  • Take photos of your electric and gas meter readings when you leave. 
  • Contact all companies you pay before you move out to tell them date you will be leaving. This should prevent you being charged for anything once you leave. 
• Redirect your post to your new address 
  • Royal Mail have a redirection service, with costs starting at £33.99. 
• Parking permit – if you have a parking permit, make sure you call the council to arrange for it to be cancelled or altered for your new address. 
• Notify the following of your change of address (not all of these will apply to you): 
  • Letting agent 
  • Old local council 
  • New local council (could be the same) 
  • Council tax 
  • Electricity supplier 
  • Gas supplier 
  • Water supplied 
  • Landline phone / broadband / mobile phone 
  • DVLA (for your car) 
  • Employer 
  • Band and credit card provider 
  • Insurance / pension provider 
  • Schools / Universities 
  • Doctor / Dentist 
• Make arrangements for your moving out day 
• Remove and dispose of any rubbish,  food or unwanted items and ensure you have defrosted fridge and freezers safely.  
• Return keys to your letting agent or landlord