Considering a security deposit on an apartment is no small chunk of change – usually equivalent to one or two months of rent – getting it back when you move out is pretty important. Here are a few things that you can do as a tenant to help ensure you do not lose your security […]
Category: Apartment Care
Tenant Responsibilities
When you own your own home it is a given that you are responsible for the mortgage, taxes, repairs, maintenance, etc… but when you are a tenant what your responsibilities are can be less clear cut. When you rent an apartment you become responsible for that space because it becomes your home. Of course everyone […]
One Lightbulb Can Make An Eco – Difference
Earth Day 2017 has just passed and as a tenant of a rental property you may ask yourself, “What can I possibly do to be eco-conscious in my apartment? Oak Park Aparments has one very easy green fix to help you reduce your carbon footprint. Switch out your standard incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent […]
The 411 on 911’s at Oak Park Apartments
Oak Park Apartments provides tenants with a 24/7 emergency contact service in order to report serious situations. But, there are times when a tenant may ask themselves, “Is this truly an emergency?” Here is some simple information and guidelines to help determine when you truly have an emergency situation and what your next steps should be. […]
How To Be Green When You Clean
OakParkApartments.com is more aware today then ever about the need to watch what chemicals we are introducing into our environment. Many cleaning products today have a long list of ingredients that no one knows what the long term effects may be. There are many more “green” products available in the store aisles but they can […]
Apartment FYI – Can My Landlord Enter My Apartment?
As the property managers of over 40 buildings, OakParkApartments.com has come across many reasons that may require us to need to access a tenant’s apartment. Repair and maintenance issues, routine inspections, showing an apartment to prospective renters/buyers and most importantly, if there is reason to believe an emergency situation exists. It is OakParkApartments.com’s policy is to give […]
How To Clean Your Apartment So You Get Your Security Deposit Back
So you are moving. Money is tight. You want/need your security deposit back from your present landlord. The best strategy – a clean apartment. All landlords appreciate their property being turned back over in good condition. Here are a few cleaning tips to help best clean your apartment and guarantee you get your full security […]
