A move-out inspection assesses the property’s condition when a tenant leaves, identifying any damage beyond normal wear and tear to determine security deposit deductions and ensure readiness for new tenants.
Estimated Time: Approximately 1 hour
During a move-out inspection, the following areas are typically checked:
- Walls and Ceilings: Inspect for any holes, scuffs, stains, or damage to paint.
- Floors: Check for scratches, stains, or damage to carpet, tile, or hardwood flooring.
- Windows and Doors: Ensure all windows and doors function properly and assess for any broken glass, screens, or locks.
- Kitchen:
- Appliances: Confirm appliances (stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher) are clean and in working condition.
- Cabinets and Countertops: Look for any stains, chips, or damage.
- Bathrooms: Check for cleanliness, any plumbing issues, mold, or mildew.
- Lighting and Electrical: Test all light fixtures and outlets.
- Garage: Test garage door and opener; check walls, floors, outlets, and lighting for damage or defects.
- Plumbing: Ensure faucets, toilets, and drains are functioning without leaks.
- Heating and Cooling Systems: Verify that HVAC units are in working order.
- Exterior: (if applicable): Inspect any outdoor areas, such as patios or balconies, for damage or cleanliness.
The scope of the inspection can vary based on the client, but inspecting the key areas—exterior, interior (bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, laundry), garage, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliances—is essential for a thorough review.
Suggested equipment:
- Flashlight
Important Notes:
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Access issues: If you encounter problems accessing a property, please contact our Customer Success Team.
- Duplicate Subsystems: When applicable, please add more rooms/systems to be sure you document the entire home.
→For example, bedrooms and bathrooms can be duplicated to add more rooms to the report.
💡For further information on adding or deleting additional rooms, please see the following article: Deleting and Adding Conditional Rooms in the Inspectify App - Some Move-Out inspections use Inspectify Flags, which are automatically triggered by certain responses. Although not required, we recommend adding deficiencies to bring attention to important issues more clearly.
- Please answer all relevant questions in the MISC / Miscellaneous Property Information section.
- Reports must be completed and submitted within 24 hours of the appointment time. If you experience any issues, please get in touch with Inspectify as soon as possible.