An inventory is a detailed report and schedule of condition of a property. It includes
information on all contents, fixtures and fittings of a property at the time of inspection.
Detailed Reports
Digital colour photos of every room highlighting condition
The level of cleanliness is recorded
Quick and efficient
The previously completed inventory document is explained in detail to the incoming
tenant or their representative taking care to answer any questions that arise. This is also
the stage where any changes that have taken place between the inventory preparation
and check-in are noted. The inventory document is then signed by both parties giving
a 7 day allowance for the tenant to raise any further issues. The check-out report takes
place at the end of tenancy and serves as a comparison between the original inventory
and the then current condition of the property. It is recommended that the incoming
tenant be present throughout the check-in process but this is not necessary at check-out.
Check in
Report is agreed with tenant in attendance
Report is signed by both tenant and clerk
Utility meter readings are taken where accessible
Keys are released
Check out
Collection of keys from outgoing tenant
Detailed report
Digital colour photographs of dilapidations
Direction given on potential liability
Tenant attendance not required
Cleanliness documented
Utility meter readings are taken where accessible
There are times when a landlord or agent will consider it necessary for a mid-term or
interim inspection to take place in the interest of all parties. It would be usual, but not a
requirement, for such a property visit to take place with the tenant present after which
a detailed report, specific to the reason for the visit if necessary, will be prepared.
Report supplemented by digital photography highlighting condition