RENTAL PROPERTY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

______   Unit must be completely free of trash and all dust including closets, baseboards and cabinets.
______ All window coverings must be straightened, washed, cleaned and dusted or replaced.
______ All bathrooms and kitchens must be thoroughly caulked and cleaned including behind commode.
______ Fireplaces must be cleaned out and dust free.
______ Patios, balconies and storage closets must be swept and free from debris and trash.
______ All doorstoppers must work and any damages from previous problems corrected. Install if missing.
______ Appliances must be thoroughly cleaned, washed, and sanitized, including drip pans and knobs.
______ Light and plug switches must be replaced if cracked or stained.
______ At least 75-watt bulbs in all fixtures in working order.
______ Bath lights at 60 watts and all the same style bulb in place.
______ Any painting must be cleaned up thoroughly and consistent.
______ You must vacuum thoroughly when you leave.
______ All locks and doorknobs must be in excellent working order.
______ At least one window per room must work and blinds must be left down and in the open position.
______ All light covers must be cleaned (in the dishwasher, carry soap).
______ Ceiling fan blades must be cleaned and dusted, both sides.
______ The top of the refrigerator and stove must be spotless.
______ No stains should remain in the refrigerator or on porcelain in the bath. Use porcelain white out or bleach.
______ Baseboards must be washed and free of dirt and dust.
______ All drawers must be in good working order.
______ Check all keys and notify landlord if any do not work.
______ Check all appliances and HVAC and then leave at 60 degrees in winter and 80 degrees in summer.
______ Lawn, garden, and hedges must be trimmed, cut, and cleaned thoroughly.
______ Wallpaper must be washed, cleaned, and re-glued or replaced in a professional manner.
______ All bugs must be removed and cleaned from the unit.
______ All vinyl floors need to be mopped, waxed, and cleaned, including underneath cabinets. Do not wax over dirt.
______ "For Lease" sign must be in front of yard, close to sidewalk and sideways to home.
______ Plug in deodorizers are to be used in the make ready.
______ All pilot lights should be on or gas turned off to fixture.
______ Sinks to be cleaned (bleached if necessary), and garbage disposal tested and free from blockage.
______ Storage closets are to be swept, cleaned, checked for working lock and key.
______ All mirrors and windows should be cleaned inside and out.
______ All trash is not to be left, but removed to a dumpsite.
______ Fill in any nail holes with matching color.
______ Open all sink cabinets, and clean out all areas below.
______ Clean doors and door frames around them, including fingerprints, dust, etc.
______ Check the working condition of the STOVE.
______ Check the working condition of the OVEN.
______ Check the working condition of the REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER.
______ Check the working condition of the DISPOSAL.
______ Check the working condition of the WASHER/DRYER.
______ Check the working condition of the AIR CONDITIONER.
______ Check the working condition of the HEATER.
______ Check the working condition of the HOT WATER HEATER.
______ Check the working condition of all SINKS FOR LEAKS.
______ Check the working condition of the GARAGE DOOR OPENERS.
______ Check the working condition of all WINDOW AND DOOR LOCKS.
______ Check the working condition of ______________________________________________________________.



RENTAL PROPERTY INVENTORY AND CONDITION FORM

INVENTORY AND CONDITION FORM CONCERNING THE PROPERTY AT:
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Complete the move-in section of this form and return it to your Landlord within the time required by your lease. All items are presumed to be in good condition unless noted otherwise. Test all locks, window latches, smoke detectors, and equipment. This form is not a repair request. Submit all requests for repairs separately in accordance with your lease. You and your Landlord may also use this form upon move-out. Keep a copy for your records. Note any defects in the items listed below.

A.   Exterior Items                Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Mailbox                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Fences & Gates            ___________________________        ___________________________
Pool/Spa & Equip.         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lawn, Trees & Shrubs    ___________________________        ___________________________
Roof & Gutters               ___________________________        ___________________________
Siding & Paint Drive       ___________________________        ___________________________
Front Door                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Knob & Lock    ___________________________        ___________________________
Weatherstripping      ___________________________        ___________________________
Light/Bulb                ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Bell                 ___________________________        ___________________________
Back Door                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Knob & Lock    ___________________________        ___________________________
Weatherstripping      ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Light/Bulb        ___________________________        ___________________________
Patio Door                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Knob & Lock    ___________________________        ___________________________
Weatherstripping      ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Light/Bulb        ___________________________        ___________________________
Water Shut-Off Valve Located?  _____ yes  _____ no
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

B.  Garage                         Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceilings & Walls            ___________________________        ___________________________
Floor                             ___________________________        ___________________________
Auto Door Opener          ___________________________        ___________________________
Safety Reversal        ___________________________        ___________________________
Remotes                 ___________________________        ___________________________
Garage Doors                ___________________________        ___________________________
Exterior Doors & Stops   ___________________________        ___________________________
Storage Room               ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

C.   Entry                           Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

D.   Living Room                  Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Fireplace                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

E.   Dining Room                 Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

F.   Kitchen & Breakfast      Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Pantry & Shelves           ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets & Handles       ___________________________        ___________________________
Drawers & Handles        ___________________________        ___________________________
Countertops                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Range                           ___________________________        ___________________________
Oven                             ___________________________        ___________________________
Racks                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Knobs                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Broiler                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Vent Hood                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Light & Fan             ___________________________        ___________________________
Filter                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Garbage Disposer          ___________________________        ___________________________
Sink & Faucet               ___________________________        ___________________________
Dishwasher                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Silver Basket           ___________________________        ___________________________
Soap Dispenser       ___________________________        ___________________________
Racks                     ___________________________        ___________________________
Refrigerator                    ___________________________        ___________________________
Ice Trays                 ___________________________        ___________________________
Shelves & Drawers   ___________________________        ___________________________
Butter Tray              ___________________________        ___________________________
Light & Bulb            ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

G.   Halls                             Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

H.   Family Room                 Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Fireplace Other              ___________________________        ___________________________

I.    Master Bedroom (1)      Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

J.    Master Bathroom (1)      Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets & Handles       ___________________________        ___________________________
Countertops                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Sinks & Faucets            ___________________________        ___________________________
Tub/Shower & Faucets   ___________________________        ___________________________
Toilet                            ___________________________        ___________________________
Heaters/Exhaust Fans    ___________________________        ___________________________
Towel Fixtures               ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

K.   Bedroom (2)                 Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

L.   Bedroom (3)                  Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

M.  Bedroom (4)                  Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Lights & Ceiling Fans     ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

N.   Bathroom (2)                 Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets & Handles       ___________________________        ___________________________
Countertops                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Sinks & Faucets            ___________________________        ___________________________
Tub/Shower & Faucets   ___________________________        ___________________________
Toilet                            ___________________________        ___________________________
Heaters/Exhaust Fans    ___________________________        ___________________________
Towel Fixtures               ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

N.   Bathroom (3)                 Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Windows & Screens       ___________________________        ___________________________
Widow Latches              ___________________________        ___________________________
Drapes/Blinds/Shutters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets & Handles       ___________________________        ___________________________
Countertops                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Sinks & Faucets            ___________________________        ___________________________
Tub/Shower & Faucets   ___________________________        ___________________________
Toilet                            ___________________________        ___________________________
Heaters/Exhaust Fans    ___________________________        ___________________________
Towel Fixtures               ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

P.   Utility Room                  Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Ceiling & Walls              ___________________________        ___________________________
Paint & Wallpaper          ___________________________        ___________________________
Doors & Door Stops       ___________________________        ___________________________
Door Locks & Knobs      ___________________________        ___________________________
Flooring                         ___________________________        ___________________________
Light Fixtures                ___________________________        ___________________________
Plugs & Switches          ___________________________        ___________________________
Closet Shelves & Rods   ___________________________        ___________________________
Cabinets & Handles       ___________________________        ___________________________
Countertops                   ___________________________        ___________________________
Sinks & Faucets            ___________________________        ___________________________
Washer & Dryer             ___________________________        ___________________________
W&D Connections         ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

Q.   Other                            Move-In Comments                            Move-Out Comments
Central A/C & Heat        ___________________________        ___________________________
Filter                       ___________________________        ___________________________
Thermostat              ___________________________        ___________________________
Window A/C Units          ___________________________        ___________________________
Space or Wall Heaters   ___________________________        ___________________________
Water Heater                 ___________________________        ___________________________
Water Softener              ___________________________        ___________________________
Smoke Detectors           ___________________________        ___________________________
Security System            ___________________________        ___________________________
Other                            ___________________________        ___________________________

R.   Number of Keys:      Received       Returned                                                               Received       Returned
Door keys:               _______      _______    Garage Door Openers:           _______      _______
Mailbox keys:          _______      _______     Laundry Room Keys:             _______      _______
Security Cards:        _______      _______     Recreational Facilities Keys:  _______      _______

The undersigned acknowledge that the above is an accurate assessment of the condition of the property as of the date signed.

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Tenant                                               Date           Tenant                                              Date

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Tenant                                               Date           Tenant                                              Date



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