Check-In Inventory (New Tenancy):

Every check-in inventory includes:

✅ Property Overview: Full address, property type, number of rooms

✅ Room-by-Room Documentation: Detailed condition of walls, floors, ceilings, windows, doors

✅ Fixtures & Fittings: Description and condition of all built-in items

✅ Furniture & Furnishings: Complete list with condition assessment

✅ Kitchen Appliances: Condition, cleanliness, working order

✅ Decorative Condition: Paint, wallpaper, skirting boards, architraves

✅ Flooring: Carpets, laminate, tiles - including stains and damage

✅ Bathroom Sanitary Ware: Condition, cleanliness, grouting, sealant

✅ Gardens & Exteriors: Boundaries, paving, lawns, sheds, parking

✅ Meter Readings: Electric, gas, water (if applicable)

✅ Keys & Access: Full inventory of keys, fobs, garage remotes

✅ Safety Checks: Smoke alarms, CO detectors functionality

✅ High-Quality Photography: Multiple angles of every room and item

✅ Tenant Agreement: Signed acknowledgment of property condition

Check-Out Report (End of Tenancy):

Every check-out report includes:

✅ Comparison Against Original Inventory: Side-by-side condition assessment

✅ Damage vs Fair Wear & Tear: Professional evaluation using industry guidelines

✅ Cleaning Standards: Room-by-room assessment against expected standards

✅ Missing Items: Documentation of any items not returned

✅ Repair Cost Estimates: Guidance on deposit deduction amounts

✅ Photographic Evidence: Current condition vs original inventory photos

✅ Deposit Recommendations: Clear, justified deduction suggestions

✅ Tribunal-Ready Documentation: Evidence suitable for TDS dispute resolution

Mid-Term Inspections:

✅ Regular inspections between tenancies include:

✅ Current property condition assessment

✅ Maintenance issues requiring attention

✅ Tenant compliance with tenancy agreement

✅ Early identification of potential problems

✅ Updated photography

✅ Landlord report with recommendations