Inventory
Capturing the condition and quantity of your home's contents
As a landlord, maintaining a detailed inventory of your rental property is essential for protecting your assets and ensuring transparency with your tenants. Discover Home Inspections provides professional inventory inspections that document your property’s contents and their condition before, during, and after a tenancy.
What is a Home Inventory?
A home inventory is a detailed record of all movable items within a rental property, including furniture, appliances, and other household contents. This process involves inspecting, cataloguing, and photographing each item to capture its presence, condition, and any existing wear or damage. The inventory is conducted room by room to ensure nothing is overlooked. These records are compiled into a professionally formatted report that serves as an objective reference throughout the rental agreement.
Why do you need a Home Inventory?
A home inventory is a vital tool for landlords and property investors, especially in private leasing. It provides a neutral, third-party record that can help prevent disputes and protect against financial loss. In the event of damage, loss, or disagreement about an item’s condition, the inventory offers clear evidence to support your position.
It also facilitates fair handling of security deposits and can be used for insurance claims if contents are stolen or damaged. By offering transparency and professionalism, a home inventory builds trust with tenants and simplifies the property management process.
What’s included in our Home Inventory Inspection?
Pre-Occupancy Inventory Inspection
This inspection is carried out before a new tenant moves in and documents the property’s current contents and condition. It includes:
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Living and Entertainment Rooms
✔ Couches ✔ Rugs ✔ Cushions ✔ Decor ✔ Paintings ✔ Tables ✔ Chairs ✔ Curtains ✔ Media Equipment
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Bedrooms and Bathrooms
✔ Beds ✔ Linen ✔ Pillows ✔ Rugs ✔ Decor ✔ Paintings ✔ Tables ✔ Chairs ✔ Curtains
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Kitchen
✔ Cutlery and Crockery ✔ Appliances ✔ Decor items ✔ Chairs ✔ Cleaning Equipment ✔ Manuals
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Garden and Exteriors
✔ Pool Equipment ✔ Garden Chairs and Tables ✔ Flower Pots ✔ Garden Hose ✔ Refuse Bins
Post-Occupancy Inspection:
This inspection takes place once the tenant has vacated the property and is used to compare the final condition with the pre-occupancy record. It includes:
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Item Condition Comparison
Each item is checked against its original condition for signs of damage, excessive wear, or missing items.
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Updated Photographic Evidence
New photos are taken for any changes, damages, or replacements since the start of the lease.
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Damage and Discrepancy Notes
Identification of issues like broken appliances, stains, missing furniture, or alterations made without consent.
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Deposit Assessment Reference
A summarised section highlighting concerns that may impact the return or retention of the tenant’s deposit.
Know More, Risk Less
The Power of an Inventory Inspection
Protects Your Investment
A professionally documented inventory helps you recover costs for damages, missing items, or excessive wear at the end of a tenancy.
Avoid Deposit Disputes
With clear before-and-after records, it’s easier to resolve disagreements fairly and avoid unnecessary conflict with tenants.
Ensure Legal & Lease Compliance
A detailed inventory supports your lease terms and offers evidence in case of legal proceedings or insurance claims.
Maintain Professional Standards
An independent inspection demonstrates diligence and professionalism—especially important for private landlords and overseas property investors.
Save Time and Reduce Admin
Streamline your check-in and check-out process with structured reports that make property management simpler and more efficient.
Our Inspection Process
We follow a thorough and methodical approach to ensure no detail is overlooked
Scheduling and preparation
We work with you to schedule a mutually convenient time for the inspection. We encourage your presence during the inspection to address any questions or concerns you may have. Before the inspection, we gather information about the property to ensure a thorough evaluation.
Visual examination
We conduct a thorough visual examination of the property, both inside and out. Special attention is given to detail to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of all movable contents and their condition.
Reporting
Following the inspection, we provide you with a detailed report that outlines our findings. It includes itemised contents, condition notes, and supporting photographs—ideal for lease agreements, deposit decisions, or insurance claims.