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.