Tenant Evictions

Tenant Evictions – Property Management Services

At Property Management by Pat Gray, we realize that evicting tenants is not a pleasant task for you. It isn’t something we like to do either, but if it needs to be done, it will be.


And that is why if there is a tenant who is creating difficulties or is not making payments on time, we want to make sure you don’t have to deal with such a situation. We are here to help you.


Eviction services are part of our package when you choose to work with us. Evictions are a legal process, and there are steps that need to be taken if you want to do it properly.
We are here to handle the whole process for you!

You may be forced to evict a tenant if:
  • They fail to pay the rent within the agreed upon period or as specified in the lease agreement.
  • They continue to occupy a unit without officially renewing the lease agreement.
  • If they damage your property due to carelessness and/or negligence.
  • If they allow unauthorized people to live in your rental property.
  • If they keep pets in a rental unit even though the lease agreement says otherwise.
  • If they cause any disturbance or trouble for neighbors.
  • If they use your rental property to engage in any criminal activities

Eviction Process – Step by Step

Even if you are sure that the tenant has violated the terms of the lease agreement, you still have to follow the legal process of eviction. In Fort Worth Texas, you will have to serve the tenant with an eviction notice.

The terms of the notice will be dependent on the type of violation, but if it’s a standard case of non-payment of rent, we will issue the tenant demand for rent notice on your behalf. The notice will specify the time within which the tenant must pay the rent.

During this time, the tenant can pay the amount that they owe, or they can vacate the property. If they fail to do so, we will file the eviction lawsuit.

The time period within which you can file the lawsuit depends on the situation but generally varies from 3 days to 30 days.

If the amount owing is less than $10,000, the lawsuit can be settled in a District Court, but if the amount is more than $10,000, you will have to go to a Small Claims Court. The Court will set a trial date once you file the lawsuit.

If the tenant contests the case, there will be hearing. You will be given a chance to present your side of the story.

We will make sure we have all the documentation ready so that you can prove non-payment or photos of damage to your property, depending on the reason for the eviction.

If the judge rules in your favor, the tenant will have seven days to vacate the property. Once the tenant is gone, we will change the property locks for you to avoid any future complication.

If You Want Help & Not Headaches – Call Us

Evictions are not a pleasant process, but we are here to assist you and help you get through it. Call Property Management by Pat Gray if you have any questions or concerns regarding evictions.

No one wants bad tenants. That’s why the best method is always to find the right ones. You find the right ones by following a strict tenant screening process.

When you do so, you limit your risk by taking a proactive approach to finding the best tenants so that your investment property can prosper.
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