Quick checklist
Before you arrive
- Confirm who is attending and how you'll get access.
- Check the start date, keys and meter locations.
- Have a plan for photos: wide shot first, then details.
At the property (do these first)
- Take a wide photo of every room.
- Photograph any existing damage up close.
- Photograph meter readings and the meter itself.
- Note anything missing that was meant to be provided.
What to write down
- Any stains, chips, cracks or marks (keep it factual).
- Appliance condition (working/not working, obvious wear).
- Cleanliness issues (again, factual).
What to photograph (minimum set)
- Kitchen: worktops, hob/oven, sink, inside fridge/freezer if supplied.
- Bathroom: bath/shower tray, taps, toilet, tiles/grout.
- Living/bedrooms: carpets, walls, windowsills, radiators.
- Hallways/stairs: carpets, scuffs, handrails.
Common mistakes
- Only taking close-ups and forgetting the wide shots.
- Taking photos in low light with no context.
- Writing opinions instead of observations.
Using TenancyKit
- Create a property and tenancy.
- Start a check-in inspection.
- Work room by room, add photos, then export a proof pack when you're done.