Inventory & check-in report in Flitwick
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
The short answer
Photo inventory at move-in
- Price from
- £90.00
- Time on site
- 1 to 3 hours
What you get
You receive a detailed, photographic inventory report of the property's condition and contents, signed by all parties at check-in.
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When do you need a Inventory & check-in report?
You should get this done right before a new tenant moves their bags in. The law requires proof if you need to keep any deposit money for repairs. As a guide, expect to pay around £80 to £200. 10
- Before a new tenancy starts.
- When a current tenant leaves.
- If you renew a long lease.
- To protect your property deposit.
- When you need proof of cleaning.
What happens on the day
A professional will visit the empty home to check every single detail. They look for marks on walls and test that alarms work correctly. They also record meter readings to stop billing arguments later.
- Check floors, walls, and ceilings.
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
- Take photos of all appliances.
- Note current gas and electricity readings.
- Hand over keys to tenants.
- Sign the final condition report.
How to prepare
- Clean the property thoroughly
- Empty all personal bins
- Defrost the fridge and freezer
- Tidy the garden and paths
- Replace any dead light bulbs
- Ensure all keys are ready
- Locate the utility meters
- Check all alarms have batteries
How to improve your result
- Steam clean all the carpets
- Touch up scuffed wall paint
- Keep receipts for professional cleaning
- Fix any leaking taps first
- Label keys for the clerk
- Ensure the power is on
Why it is useful day to day
A good report gives you total peace of mind during the tenancy. It acts as a safety net if things go wrong or items get broken. It makes the end of a tenancy much faster and friendlier.
- Prevents stress at move out.
- Speeds up deposit returns.
- Provides clear proof for repairs.
- Keeps a record for insurance.
- Shows you are a pro.
Why we ask these questions
This report answers exactly how the property looked on day one. It stops disagreements because there is clear evidence for everyone to see. Having a professional record makes everything much fairer.
- Who caused the carpet stain?
- Was the oven clean before?
- What were the meter readings?
- Did the smoke alarms work?
- Are the garden fences broken?
Frequently asked questions
Often needed alongside
- Recurring
Letting agent (full management)
Find tenants and manage the tenancy
Tenant find only
Marketing, viewings, referencing, move-in
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Tenant referencing
Credit, employment and right-to-rent checks
- Legal requirement
HMO licence application
Prepare and submit licence
- Legal requirement
Tenancy agreement drafting
Compliant tenancy agreements
- Legal requirement
Deposit protection setup
Register the deposit and issue the prescribed information


