Landlord Inspection Checklist Templates (UK)
Use these checklists for routine inspections, compliance checks, and end-of-tenancy assessments. Copy/paste and customise per property.
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1) Routine Inspection Checklist (Quarterly)
ROUTINE LANDLORD INSPECTION (UK) Property: _______________________ Date: ____/____/____ Inspector: ___________ Tenant present? [ ] Yes [ ] No Meter readings taken? [ ] Yes [ ] No GENERAL [ ] No visible damp/mould [ ] No unusual smells [ ] Heating working [ ] Smoke alarms present [ ] CO alarm present (if applicable) KITCHEN [ ] Sink/taps OK [ ] Worktops OK [ ] Cooker/hood OK [ ] No leaks [ ] Appliances condition OK [ ] Cleanliness acceptable BATHROOM [ ] Toilet flush OK [ ] Shower/bath OK [ ] Extractor fan OK [ ] No leaks [ ] Sealant/grout OK LIVING/ BEDROOMS [ ] Floors/walls OK [ ] Windows open/close [ ] Curtains/blinds OK [ ] No damage beyond fair wear & tear SAFETY / SECURITY [ ] Front door locks OK [ ] Keys accounted for [ ] No hazards observed NOTES / ACTIONS REQUIRED: _____________________________________________________________ Follow-up date (if needed): ____/____/____
2) Pre-Tenancy / Check-In Inspection
CHECK-IN INSPECTION (UK) Property: _______________________ Start date: ____/____/____ Condition rating: [ ] New [ ] Good [ ] Fair [ ] Needs attention DOCUMENTS / KEYS [ ] Inventory provided [ ] Meter readings recorded [ ] Keys issued (qty: ___) ROOM-BY-ROOM (add notes) Hallway: ____________________________ Living room: _________________________ Kitchen: _____________________________ Bathroom: ____________________________ Bedroom 1: ___________________________ Bedroom 2 (if any): ___________________ NOTES / PHOTOS TAKEN (Y/N): ____ Tenant signature: __________ Landlord/Agent: ________
3) Mid-Tenancy Inspection
MID-TENANCY INSPECTION (UK) Any repairs outstanding? ______________________ Any tenant issues raised? ______________________ [ ] Ventilation adequate [ ] No condensation concerns [ ] Furniture (if provided) OK [ ] Appliances OK [ ] Reported repairs verified / scheduled ACTIONS: _________________________________________________
4) End-of-Tenancy Inspection
END OF TENANCY INSPECTION (UK) Property: __________________ Move-out date: ____/____/____ [ ] Keys returned (qty: ___) [ ] Meters read [ ] Rubbish removed [ ] Cleaning standard met [ ] Damage beyond fair wear & tear noted DEDUCTIONS / NOTES (if any): _____________________________________________________________ Photos taken: [ ] Yes [ ] No
5) External & Garden Check
EXTERNAL / GARDEN INSPECTION [ ] Roof/gutters appear OK [ ] No blocked drains [ ] Garden maintained [ ] Fence/gates secure [ ] Bins stored properly Notes: _______________________________________________
6) Safety & Compliance Check (Basic)
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE (UK – BASIC) [ ] Smoke alarms working [ ] CO alarm (if fuel appliance) [ ] Fire exits clear [ ] Electrical issues reported? ______ [ ] Gas safety status checked (if applicable) [ ] Trip hazards addressed Notes: _______________________________________________
7) Furnished Property Inspection
FURNISHED PROPERTY CHECK [ ] Sofa/chairs condition OK [ ] Beds/mattresses OK [ ] Dining table/chairs OK [ ] Curtains/blinds OK [ ] Inventory matches items present Notes: _______________________________________________
8) HMO Inspection (Basic)
HMO INSPECTION (BASIC) [ ] Communal areas clean/clear [ ] Fire doors close properly [ ] Escape routes unobstructed [ ] Kitchen hygiene acceptable [ ] Bathroom hygiene acceptable Notes: _______________________________________________
9) Student Let Inspection
STUDENT LET INSPECTION [ ] Excess rubbish? [ ] Kitchen cleanliness [ ] Bathroom cleanliness [ ] Any noise/complaints noted? [ ] Remind tenants of waste collection / ventilation Notes: _______________________________________________
10) Winter Readiness Inspection
WINTER READINESS CHECK [ ] Boiler/heating functioning [ ] Radiators working/bleeding needed? [ ] Draughts around windows/doors [ ] Insulation/loft access (if applicable) [ ] External taps protected Notes: _______________________________________________
Disclaimer: This is a general checklist, not legal advice. Compliance requirements vary by location and property type.
Property Inspection Checklist
Use this printable checklist for move-in, routine inspections, or move-out check-outs. It helps tenants and landlords record condition consistently.
- Best for: Tenants & landlords (check-in/check-out)
- Format: Printable checklist (copy/paste)
- Last updated: January 2026
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PROPERTY INSPECTION CHECKLIST (UK)
Property address: ___________________________________________
Inspection type (tick): ☐ Move-in / Check-in ☐ Routine ☐ Move-out / Check-out
Inspection date: ____ / ____ / ______ Time: __________
Inspector name: _______________________ Phone/Email: _______________________
Tenant name(s): ________________________ Tenancy start/end: ________________
Utilities
Electric meter reading: __________ Gas meter reading: __________ Water reading: __________
Keys received/returned (number): ________ Fobs (number): ________
General notes (photos taken?): ☐ Yes ☐ No Photo reference: _______________________
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ENTRANCE / HALLWAY
☐ Door/locks working Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Walls/paintwork Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Floors/carpets Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Lighting Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
LIVING ROOM / LOUNGE
☐ Walls/ceilings Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Flooring/carpet Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Windows/blinds Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Heating/radiator Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Sockets/switches Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
KITCHEN
☐ Worktops/cabinets Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Sink/taps/drainage Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Cooker/oven/hob Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Fridge/freezer Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Washing machine Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Dishwasher Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Extractor/ventilation Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Tiles/splashback Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Cleanliness Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
BEDROOM 1
☐ Walls/ceilings Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Flooring/carpet Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Windows/blinds Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Heating/radiator Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Wardrobe/fixtures Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
BEDROOM 2 (if applicable)
☐ Walls/ceilings Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Flooring/carpet Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Windows/blinds Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Heating/radiator Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
BATHROOM / TOILET
☐ Toilet flush/seat Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Bath/shower Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Sink/taps/drainage Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Tiles/grout/sealant Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Extractor/ventilation Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
☐ Mould/damp present? ☐ Yes ☐ No Location/notes: _________________________________
☐ Cleanliness Condition: ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________
SAFETY / COMPLIANCE CHECKS
☐ Smoke alarms present/tested? ☐ Yes ☐ No Notes: _____________________________
☐ Carbon monoxide alarm present? ☐ Yes ☐ No Notes: _____________________________
☐ Fire exits accessible? ☐ Yes ☐ No Notes: _____________________________
☐ Visible hazards (wires/leaks)? ☐ Yes ☐ No Notes: _____________________________
EXTERNAL / OTHER (if applicable)
☐ Garden/yard condition ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________________
☐ Bins/communal areas ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor Notes: _______________________________
☐ Parking/permits ☐ Yes ☐ No Notes: ________________________________________
FINAL NOTES / AGREED ACTIONS
Issues to repair (list): ________________________________________________________________
Target dates (if agreed): ______________________________________________________________
Signatures
Inspector: ___________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / ______
Tenant: ___________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / ______
Landlord/Agent (if present): ___________ Date: ____ / ____ / ______
Disclaimer: This checklist is for general information and record-keeping only. It is not legal advice.