Most Common Reason For Deposit Deductions
According to the DPS (Deposit Protection Service) cleaning and property damage are the most common reasons for deposit deduction.
- 63% cleaning
- 53% damage to property contents
- 37% redecoration
- 23% rent arrears
- 16% gardening
- 4% outstanding bills
Around 98% of tenancies end without any dispute between landlord and tenant over the deposit.
The top five cleaning tasks undertaken by landlords once a tenant has left include:
- Ovens
- Extractors
- Toilets
- Kitchen sinks
- Skirting boards/light switches
For the full article follow the link below
https://www.lettingagenttoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2018/9/cleaning-and-damage-again-most-common-reasons-for-deposit-deductions
