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Rental inspections for renters

At a viewing, inspect the actual offer. During a tenancy, understand the purpose and access process and raise repairs clearly.

By RentSeekr editorial teamPublished Reviewed

Key points

Start with the decision in front of you

At a viewing, inspect the actual offer. During a tenancy, understand the purpose and access process and raise repairs clearly.

  • Bring a property-specific checklist.
  • Confirm the inspection type and access arrangement.
  • List unresolved questions about costs, condition and inclusions.

Prepare before the deadline

  • Bring a property-specific checklist.
  • Confirm the inspection type and access arrangement.
  • List unresolved questions about costs, condition and inclusions.

Use a clear process

  • Check rooms, services, security and shared areas.
  • Record permitted observations without capturing other people.
  • Report material issues in writing.

Keep the useful records

  • Advertised features and answers
  • Condition concerns and repair requests
  • Notices and access arrangements

Watch for these problems

  • Relying only on listing photographs
  • Signing away inspection or privacy rights casually
  • Treating a routine inspection as a repair report substitute

Related renter resources

Finding a rentalContinue with the RentSeekr finding a rental guide.Read the guide Moving into a rentalContinue with the RentSeekr moving into a rental guide.Read the guide Managing a tenancyContinue with the RentSeekr managing a tenancy guide.Read the guide

Sources and further information

Official guidance changes. Check the source for the current rule in your jurisdiction.

Related RentSeekr guides

Finding a rentalContinue with the RentSeekr finding a rental guide.Read the guide Moving into a rentalContinue with the RentSeekr moving into a rental guide.Read the guide Managing a tenancyContinue with the RentSeekr managing a tenancy guide.Read the guide