A rental inventory report is important in relation to the deposit that the tenant must lodge at the beginning of a tenancy because at the end of the term there will be a check-out inspection to highlight the current condition of the property and its contents.

It is important to have an accurate rental inventory report at the commencement of the tenancy as this will ensure the tenant is only responsible for damages and breakages that happened during the course of their tenancy.

The landlord can deduct money for said damages and breakages from a deposit so it is essential that a rental inventory report is carried out appropriately to minimise disputes.

A detailed report will reflect every existing defect by description and photographic back-up so that there can be no arguments as to whether further defects occurred during a tenancy.

It will include a detailed description of the rooms and their current condition, including doors and door frames, ceilings, walls, skirting, flooring, lighting, windows, curtains, blinds, baths, showers, toilets, sinks, fridges, washing machines, dishwashers and much more.

If the property includes contents these are also included in the report, namely, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, bedclothes, towelling and anything else the landlord chooses to leave at the property.

Utility readings are also included as well as the testing of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms.

Extensive photos are taken illustrating the condition and contents within the property. We also take a 360° degrees photo of each room which can prove to be a very helpful tool in settling any disputes that may arise.

An interim report is often recommended during the tenancy as this can highlight ongoing issues and prevent them worsening throughout the rest of the term of the tenancy, quite often preventing escalating repair costs.