Site: nolo.com
... In some states, landlords must offer to perform a "pre-move-out inspection," which gives tenants notice ... deposit even though you moved out more than three weeks ago, having paid all your rent, given proper notice ... When I entered the premises, I noticed a strong odor, part of which seemed like stale cigarette smoke ... When I began using a steam carpet cleaner on the living room carpet, I noticed a strong smell of urine ... On further examination of the carpet, I noticed similar stains and odors throughout the carpet and pad ...