Insects and Pests Clause Samples
The "Insects and Pests" clause sets out the responsibilities and procedures related to the presence or treatment of insects, rodents, or other pests on a property. Typically, this clause specifies whether the seller or landlord must ensure the property is free from infestations at the time of sale or lease, and may outline requirements for inspections, treatments, or certifications. Its core function is to protect the buyer or tenant from inheriting pest problems and to clarify who is responsible for addressing such issues, thereby preventing disputes and ensuring a habitable environment.
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Insects and Pests. Tenant shall keep the Dwelling Unit free from insects and pests, and promptly notify the Landlord of the existence of any insects or pests. Tenant shall prepare the Dwelling Unit for the application of insecticides or pesticides in accordance with any written instructions of Landlord, and if insects or pests are found to be present, follow any written instructions provided by Landlord to eliminate the insects or pests following the application of insecticides or pesticides. Tenant who has concerns about specific insecticides or pesticides shall notify the Landlord in writing no less than 24 hours before any scheduled insecticide or pesticide application, in accordance with Section 17 of this Lease. Tenant does hereby release Landlord and Agent from any and all claims or liability to Tenant, Tenant’s authorized occupants, or guests or invitees, and does hereby agree to indemnify and hold Landlord and Agent harmless, from and against any and all losses, damages, claims, suits, costs (including reasonable attorneys fees and costs) or other liabilities whatsoever arising from the presence of insects or pests in the Dwelling Unit, and/or resulting from Tenant’s failure to comply with the provisions of this subsection or any other provisions of law.
Insects and Pests. Tenant shall keep the Dwelling Unit free from insects and pests, and promptly notify the Landlord of the existence of any insects or pests. Tenant shall prepare the Dwelling Unit for the
Insects and Pests a. Inspection Tenant agrees that Tenant (1) has inspected the Premises prior to move-in and Tenant did not observe any evidence of insects or pests or infestation of insects or pests OR (2) will inspect the Premises within 48 hours of move-in and notify Landlord of any insects or pests or infestation of insects or pests.
b. Infestations Tenant agrees that (1) Tenant is not aware of any infestation or presence of insects or pests in Tenant's current or previously occupied dwelling and/or Tenant's furniture, clothing, personal property or possessions OR (2) Tenant's current or previously occupied dwelling and Tenant's personal property has been treated by a licensed pest control professional. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ agrees that all of Tenant's furniture, clothing, personal property or possessions are free of insect or pest infestation. Tenant agrees that any previous infestation or presence of insects or pests will be disclosed in writing to Landlord prior to commencement date of this Lease Agreement. If such disclosure is made, Landlord will have the right, but not the obligation, to review documentation of the treatment and inspect Tenant's personal property and possessions to confirm the absence of insects or pests.
c. Access Tenant agrees to allow ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇'s pest control agents to access the Premises at reasonable times to inspect and treat for insects or pests as allowed by law. Tenants and all occupants, guests and invitees must cooperate and not interfere with inspections and/or treatments. Landlord has the right to select any licensed pest control professional to treat the Premises. Landlord has the right to select any method of treating the Premises. Landlord has the right to inspect and treat adjacent or neighboring dwellings to the pest or insect infestation even if those adjacent or neighboring dwellings are not the source or cause of the known infestation. Tenant is responsible for and must, at ▇▇▇▇▇▇'s own expense, have ▇▇▇▇▇▇'s personal property, furniture, clothing and possessions treated according to accepted treatment methods established by a licensed pest control firm that Landlord approves. Tenant must do so as close as possible to the time Landlord treats the Premises. If Tenant fails to do so, Tenant will be in default and Landlord will have the right to terminate Tenant's right of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies under this Lease Agreement. Tenant agrees not to treat the dwelling for insect or pest infestation on their own.
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Insects and Pests. Insects and pests are inevitably present in the Florida climate. This is normal. The home does receive monthly pest control treatments. If insects become a serious nuisance within the home, the management company will determine if further action is needed.