Guidelines for vacating accommodations |
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Below is an indication of the standards used by Idealis for the main accommodation fixtures, when
vacating accommodations. We consider the condition of the accommodation acceptable if the minimum
standards are met. When in doubt, it would be advisable to consult the caretaker for advice. This
will prevent arguments or unpleasant consequences later. General As far as applicable, all fixtures mentioned should be left in clean condition. We consider a fixture clean if it is free of smoke deposits, free of stickers / tinfoil, glue residue, grease and dust. Where applicable, paintwork done by tenants should provide good covering. It should be light in color, with proper undercoating products and done professionally. Central heating Radiators, radiator valves and pipes should be firmly in place, without leaks, complete and working properly. Electrical, antenna and Internet connection The installation materials should be firmly in place, complete, working properly and not painted. The Idealis fittings affixed to the ceilings in the wet rooms and/or kitchen units in the student complexes are working properly. A wall plug with suspension hook is affixed to the ceiling in the student complex accommodations. Glass panes The glass panes should not have any cracks and they should not be painted. Hinges and locks Door handles, window latches, casement stays, hinges, locks and weather strips should be whole, working properly and not painted. Further, keys to any inside doors or cabinets should be left in the accommodation. Kitchen (unit) and wall tiles The kitchen block and wall tiles should be in tact. The kitchen cabinets should be clean on the inside. Empty shelves or cutlery trays should be present. Fixtures such as taps, drawers and doors should be working properly, firmly in place and descaled. The water pipes and drains should not leak. None of the fixtures mentioned should be painted. Frames, windows, doors and woodwork These should be clean, free of stickers, sticky residue or nails, screws and other obstacles. It is not permitted to paint the wooden doors, doorframes, window frames, casement windows, bulletin boards. Fanlights, synthetic and aluminum doors, doorframes, window frames and casement windows. On the access side, above the door, the correct accommodation number should be visibly mounted. Maintenance booklet In this booklet, you will find the information about the maintenance obligations of Idealis and tenants. The tenant and lessor have certain legal maintenance obligations of accommodations. You will find the maintenance booklet at the following Internet site, I am a tenant/maintenance/who does what? Walls and ceilings All objects that are placed, installed, fixed or fitted by the tenant, which could hinder or obstruct painting and /or repairing of walls and ceilings, must be removed (nails, screws, plugs, posters, stickers and the like). Holes in the wall must be filled. Walls and ceilings that have been damaged and/or finished with stucco (ornamental plaster) must be restored to their original state, with a smooth and level surface. Wall paint with an oil basis and wall paintings should be removed. The ceiling should be free of obstacles, holes, spider webs. The finishing should be such that the new tenant can whitewash and cover the ceiling with a single application of latex. Sanitary fixtures, tiling, mirror and shelf The sanitary facilities and tiles must be left with no cracks and free of stickers and glue residue. Taps, reservoirs, showerheads, basin, shower, sink and cistern taps and stop valves, lavatory seats, lavatory pans, basins, mirrors and shelves must be left in good working order and condition. The aforementioned parts and objects must be handed over clean and undamaged. Ironmongery Door and windows handles, anti-draught features, locks of cupboards and doors and ventilation systems must be handed over in good working order. It is not permitted to paint the aforementioned items. Floors Floors must be clean and free of glue, gaps or holes and stains of paint. Soft floor covering, provided by Idealis, must be handed over clean. The use of carpet squares with glue or tape is prohibited. Cement floors must be handed over with a smooth surface and free of glue. There is an exception with regard to the accommodations of the Droevendaalsesteeg complex and the labeled accommodations. The service charges include an amount that tenants pay for the Marmoleum floor covering in the accommodations. In this case, Idealis carries out repairs to this floor covering. Walls The finishing should be such that, as a new tenant, you could whitewash the walls at one time with latex paint or wallpaper them. Wall paint with an oil basis and wall paintings should be removed. Obstacles such as nails, screws, plugs, posters, stickers and the like should be removed and drill holes should be filled up economically with filler. The tenant will be charged for repairs or painting of the walls. The following only applies to accommodations furnished by Idealis Accommodation inventory It is not permitted to paint, stain, etc. the inventory. All furniture must be free of sticker and/or glue residue. Everything should be free of damage. Where applicable, the fixtures should be firmly in place, working properly and not painted. The following items, if present, must be left behind; bed, mattress, desk, chair, wardrobe, curtains and lamp. You may take some linen items with you: duvet, duvet cover, pillow, pillowcase and mattress sheet. © June 2008 |