Now that you’ve found a tenant, the deposits have been paid, and agreements have been signed, it’s time to move the tenant into their new place. Before you hand over the keys, you need to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the property, including extensive photographs and proof of date. Then again, at regular intervals during the tenancy, the same inspection needs to be conducted to ensure the property is being properly cared for and maintained. Once the tenant leaves the property, the inspection is done once again and compared to the initial move-in inspection to identify damages beyond normal wear and tear.
At Douglas Realty Property Management, we inspect all the properties we manage:
- When a tenant moves in
- After 10 months of the tenancy
- When a tenant moves out
We can also add in inspections at three months and seven months if desired for an additional fee as part of our Additional Inspection Package. These inspections are a great chance for us to check on maintenance issues that tenants frequently overlook, such as changing AC filters. They also allow us to get ahead of damage issues before the lease is up for renewal.
We use a comprehensive checklist to make sure we don’t miss anything that could cost you down the road. Inspections require that the tenant be notified at least 12 hours ahead of time and must be conducted during reasonable times, which Florida law defines as 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Rental Property Inspection Checklist
Living Room
- Floors
- Floor coverings
- Windows
- Window treatments
- Walls
- Ceiling
- Ceiling fans
- Light fixtures
- Doors
- Locks
- Fireplace
- Baseboards
- Molding
- Furniture (if rental was furnished)
- Other
Kitchen
- Floors
- Floor coverings
- Windows
- Window treatments
- Walls
- Ceiling
- Light fixtures
- Cabinets
- Counters
- Stove
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Garbage disposal
- Sink
- Under-sink plumbing
- Baseboards
- Molding
- Other
Dining Room
- Floors
- Floor coverings
- Walls
- Ceiling
- Ceiling fan
- Light fixtures
- Windows
- Window treatments
- Furniture (if rental was furnished)
- Other
Bathrooms (inspect and document each bathroom individually)
- Floors
- Floor coverings
- Walls
- Ceiling
- Sink
- Under-sink plumbing
- Toilet
- Shower and/or tub
- Light fixtures
- Wall fixtures
- Counters
- Windows
- Window treatments
- Baseboards
- Molding
- Other
Bedrooms (inspect and document each bedroom individually)
- Floors
- Floor coverings
- Walls
- Ceiling
- Ceiling fans
- Windows
- Window treatments
- Furniture (if rental was furnished)
- Light fixtures
- Closets
- Baseboards
- Molding
- Other
Home Systems
- Heating system
- Main unit
- Ducts
- Registers/vents
- AC system
- Main unit
- Ducts
- Registers/vents
- Security system
- Fire safety system
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Carbon monoxide monitors
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Internet
Outdoors
- Lawn/garden
- Patio/terrace/porch/deck/etc.
- Firepit
- Landscaping
- Flower pots/containers (if furnished)
- Parking
- Other
Other
- Basement
- Attic
- Stairs
- Hallways
- Entryways
- Other
Rental Property Management in Southwest Florida
For comprehensive management of your rental property in southwest Florida, trust the experts at Douglas Realty Property Management. We have the resources and experience needed to manage your properties efficiently and profitably. Call (239) 542-6906 or contact us online today to find out how easy and stress-free your rental properties can be!
