Lease-Approved Apartment Safety Upgrades

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Install battery window alarms with adhesive to boost security without drilling.
• Add removable anti-slip treads to floors to reduce falls without altering surfaces.
• Use peel-and-stick LED motion lights for safer nighttime use in halls or closets.
• Install tension rods for window or patio door bars to increase security.
• Place portable fire extinguishers in easy-to-reach spots per most lease policies.
• Attach door reinforcement plates using existing screws to avoid new holes.
• Install plug-in carbon monoxide detectors to meet safety codes without hardwiring.
• Apply removable childproof covers to outlets and cabinets to avoid residue.
• Use adhesive peephole covers for privacy, ensuring easy removal before move-out.
• Secure tall furniture with anti-tip straps anchored only to furniture.
• Apply non-permanent window film for privacy or shatter resistance.
• Document all upgrades with photos and receipts to demonstrate compliance.