Caring for your Space
The following guidelines should help provide direction for the care and maintenance of furnishings and equipment in on-Grounds housing, including suggested standards for cleanliness. These guidelines are used in the inspection of apartments when residents vacate.
Floors
- Wood: broom clean and free of spillage.
- Tile and linoleum: broom clean and free of spillage, excess wax, and dirt build up. Use only water-soluble wax on asphalt tile floors.
Walls
- Kitchen walls: keep free of grease and food.
- Bathroom tile: keep free of soap build-up. Loose tiles should be reported for Facilities Management.
- Painted walls: keep free of crayon, pencil markings, and excessive fingerprints.
- Tacks, hangers, nails, screws, contact paper, glue, wallpaper, or stick-ons should not be attached to walls.
Furniture
- Report necessary furniture repairs to Facilities Management immediately.
- Upholstery should be free from stains and accumulated dust.
Windows
- The insides of windows should be wiped clean, and be free of smears and obvious marks.
- Mini blinds (and vertical blinds in Copeley Hill) should be cleaned with warm water and mild detergent, using a sponge or dampened cloth. Blinds can be cleaned hanging in place (tilt the slats down) or removed from the brackets. If cleaned in place, a towel placed on the floor and/or windowsill will absorb any water that might drip.
Kitchen
- Kitchen cabinets, counter tops, and the sink should be kept clean and free of grease and food.
- The stove should be thoroughly cleaned with detergent, including the burners, oven, and broiler compartment. Lift up the stove-top to clean underneath. Use a good cleaner and scouring pad on the oven, then wash surfaces with soap and water. Wash the broiler pan as you would any cooking utensil.
- Refrigerators should be damp wiped inside and outside, using warm water and baking soda.
- Do NOT leave the refrigerator unplugged!
Damages Fees
Below is the general list of all fees that are assessed to Housing & Residence Life properties in the event of damage. Some items may not apply to your room or apartment.
Room and Item |
Damages Fee |
|---|---|
|
KITCHEN |
|
| excessive grease | per-case basis* |
| walls | $50 |
| countertop (old/new) | $25 |
| exhaust/vent | $25 |
| cabinets (old/new) | $35 |
| clean inside cabinets | $25 |
| refrigerator/freezer | $45 |
| range | $55 |
| sink | $25 |
| clean floor | per-case basis* |
| replace countertop | $400 |
| BATHROOM | |
| wall tile | $50 |
| bathtub | $25 |
| toilet | $25 |
| sink | $25 |
| walls | $25 |
| exhaust/vent | $25 |
| clean floor | per-case basis* |
| medicine cabinet | $25 |
| replace floor | per-case basis* |
| LIVING ROOM | |
| walls | $35 |
| sofa | $25 |
| chair | $25 |
| clean floor | per-case basis* |
| carpet | $50 |
| end table | |
| end/coffee/dining tables | |
| dining chair | |
| BEDROOM | |
| walls | $25 |
| floors | $25 |
| mattress/end table/dressers | per-case basis* |
| MISCELLANEOUS | |
| window screens (each) | $50 |
| sliding door screen | $100 |
| mini blinds (clean/repair/replace) | per-case basis* |
| vertical blinds | per-case basis* |
| repair holes in walls | $50 |
| removal of stickers, tape, etc. | $25 |
| removal of personal items in storage area | per-case basis* |
| removal of personal items in room | per-case basis* |
| OTHER | |
| door replacement | $400 |
| KEYS | |
| Lost keys; per core | $100 |
| Lost mailbox key | $50 |
The current housekeeping rate is $29.00/ hour.
*cost is calculated after repair/replacement/cleaning, based on materials and labor required