Rental Property Inspection Checklist Template

This article discusses:

• what should be expected from a rental inspection;
• the different types of property inspections;
• software and tools to help you perform paperless inspection; and
• rental inspection templates you can download for free.

Click here to download and customize your free rental inspection checklist templates.

What Should I Expect From a Rental Inspection?

The tenant should expect to be notified in advance according to applicable local regulations before a routine rental inspection is to be conducted by a property manager. The property manager will visit and conduct a visual check of the following to ensure that the rental property is in good condition and maintained by the tenants according to the rental agreement:

• Living room
• Kitchen
• Dining room
• Bathroom
• Bedroom
• Other features of the property such as heating/cooling systems, parking areas, porch, etc.

Both the tenant and the property inspector can benefit from using a rental inspection checklist (that can be printed as PDF if needed) to ensure that every feature of the property stays in good condition.

3 Types of Property Inspection

Property managers and landlords use rental inspection checklist templates during rental inspections to ensure that key areas of the property are checked and in good condition. Here are the three most common types of rental inspections a property manager will perform and the key areas of focus during the inspection:

1. Rental Property Inspection

A rental property inspection checks the overall condition of a rental property to determine whether it’s livable or not. Thoroughly check every aspect of the property and take note of potential damages such as scratches/ marks on walls or floors, holes in the ceiling or walls, damaged window sills, door frames, etc. Conducting rental inspections on a quarterly basis is an effective way to show the commitment of property managers and landlords in maintaining the good condition of rental spaces.

2. Tenant Move-in Inspection

A tenant move-in inspection is conducted with the presence of the tenant. Performing this inspection documents any damage present before occupancy and can be used as reference to compare during the end of tenant’s occupancy. The items in this checklist cover the same as a regular rental inspection checklist but will be signed by both landlord and tenant.

3. Move out Inspection

A move out inspection is done after the tenancy period is over to review the property’s condition. Information collected using a rental inspection form can be included in the formal agreement between the landlord and tenant that assures accountability for damages found (if any) that were not present during the move-in.

Creating an Inspection Checklist with iAuditor

iAuditor is the world’s most powerful checklist app. Landlords and property managers can use this to perform paperless rental inspections using either a smartphone or tablet device. Key benefits include the ability for you to:

• Customize your rental inspection checklists according to property type (e.g house, apartment, duplex etc)
• Create comprehensive reports by including photo evidence and detailed notes
• Generate reports on your device and instantly share with multiple recipients
• Assign corrective measures for items that need action and immediate resolution
• Gather electronic signatures for agreement and legal purposes