A Tenant Guide to Moving Into a Citrus County Rental

If you are moving into one of our homes, this is the short version of what to do first.

Set up utilities before your start date

Electric service in most of the county runs through Duke Energy or the local co op depending on the address. Water may be county utility, a community system or a private well. Trash service varies by neighborhood. Your lease packet lists which applies to your address.

Well and septic properties

Many homes outside the city limits run on a private well and septic system. Do not flush wipes, grease or anything besides waste and toilet paper. A septic backup caused by that is a tenant charge and it is an unpleasant week for everyone.

Document the condition on day one

Walk the home with your phone and photograph every room, every appliance and anything already scuffed, chipped or stained. Send it in with your move in form within the first few days. That record protects your deposit.

Maintenance requests

Submit requests in writing so there is a timestamp and a record. Emergencies such as no water, no power to the whole unit, an active leak or an AC failure in summer heat get handled first. Call the office for those rather than waiting on a form.

Renters insurance

The owner policy covers the building. Your belongings are yours to cover, and a policy here is inexpensive relative to what a storm or a leak can cost you.