Move-In and Move-Out Inspection Checklist
for
Your State
This Checklist will clearly document the condition of a rental property before tenants move in and when they vacate the premises. This comprehensive checklist documents the condition of appliances, walls, floor coverings and landscape.
As a property owner you always want to ensure that your investment is maintained. Problems can frequently arise when Tenants vacate the premises and damage has occurred. Documenting the precise condition of your rental at the onset of the tenancy is important. Should you be required to use part of the security deposit to correct damage, an argument could arise. This Premises Move-In/Move-Out Checklist alleviates this problem by giving both you and your tenant a tool to assess the condition of the premises at the beginning, as well as the end of the rental term.
Documenting your dealings with your tenants always makes good business sense and is important should a matter end up in court. Some states have laws that require all premises be inspected prior to a new tenancy. If this is not required in your state, it is still good business practice to document the condition of the premises. This convenient form serves as proof that an inspection took place and serves as a record of the condition of the premises at the beginning of the rental term.
This Premises Move-In/Move-Out Checklist covers:
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This attorney-prepared packet contains:
Documenting your dealings with your tenants always makes good business sense and is important should a matter end up in court. Some states have laws that require all premises be inspected prior to a new tenancy. If this is not required in your state, it is still good business practice to document the condition of the premises. This convenient form serves as proof that an inspection took place and serves as a record of the condition of the premises at the beginning of the rental term.
This Premises Move-In/Move-Out Checklist covers:
- Appliances
- Carpeting and Drapes
- Walls
- Fireplace
- Yard
Protect yourself and your property using our legally accurate and up-to-date forms. For even more cost savings consider purchasing the Premier Residential Lease Combo Package and the Residential Lease to Own Combo Package.
This attorney-prepared packet contains:
- Instructions and Checklist
- Additional Information
- Premises Move-In/Move-Out Inspection Checklist
This is the content of the form and is provided for your convenience. It is not necessarily what the actual form looks like and does not include the information, instructions and other materials that come with the form you would purchase. An actual sample can also be viewed by clicking on the "Sample Form" near the top left of this page.
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
This Packet Includes:
1. Instructions and Checklist
2. General Information
3. Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Instructions and Checklist
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Some states require the Landlord and Tenant to conduct an inspection of the premises to be rented, before physical occupancy by the Tenant or before the lease is signed. Even if a state does not require a joint inspection, it is always a good idea to do one.
The Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint “move-in” inspection before the beginning of the lease or just before the premises are occupied.
The Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint “move-out” inspection immediately before or immediately after the tenant(s) move out of the premises.
The Landlord and the Tenant should sign the inspection checklist form in the appropriate box immediately after each of the move-in and move-out inspections are completed.
The Landlord should provide the Tenant and copy of the signed Inspection checklist after each inspection.
Laws vary from time to time and from state to state. These forms are not intended and are not a substitute for legal advice. These forms should only be a starting point for you and should not be used or signed without consulting an attorney first to make sure it fits your particular situation. An Attorney should be consulted before negotiating any document with another party.
The purchase and use of these forms is subject to the Disclaimers and Terms of Use found at findlegalforms.com
General Information
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Whenever a Tenant moves in or moves out of any rented/leased residential premises, the Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint inspection of the premises. This will allow the Landlord and the Tenant(s) to determine if any part of the premises were damaged before the start of occupancy or during the term of the lease. A Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist form is useful to document the inspection and can help avoid problems at the end of the lease. This Inspection Checklist can also help the Landlord justify any security deposit deductions, if warranted.
Some states actually require that the Landlord and Tenant conduct an inspection of the premises to be rented, before physical occupancy by the tenant or before the lease is signed. Even if a state does not require a joint inspection, it is always a good idea to conduct one and to use and complete a Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist out.
Laws vary from time to time and from state to state. These forms are not intended and are not a substitute for legal advice. These forms should only be a starting point for you and should not be used or signed without consulting an attorney first to make sure it fits your particular situation.
DISCLAIMER:
FindLegalForms, Inc. (“FLF”) is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The use of these materials is not a substitute for legal advice. Only an attorney can provide legal advice. An attorney should be consulted for all serious legal matters. No Attorney-Client relationship is created by use of these materials.
THESE MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED “AS-IS.” FLF DOES NOT GIVE ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY OR COMPLETENESS FOR ANY OF THE MATERIALS FOR YOUR PARTICULAR NEEDS. THE MATERIALS ARE USED AT YOUR OWN RISK. IN NO EVENT WILL: I) FLF, ITS AGENTS, PARTNERS, OR AFFILIATES; OR II) THE PROVIDERS, AUTHORS OR PUBLISHERS OF ITS MATERIALS, BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATE OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER USED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THESE MATERIALS.
PREMISES MOVE-IN / MOVE-OUT INSPECTION CHECKLIST
The Premises should be inspected immediately before the Lease is signed or the premises are occupied and immediately before or after the tenant(s) move out
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Address of Premises:
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Move In date
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Move out date
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MOVE-IN
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Comments
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MOVE-OUT
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Comments
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OK
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NO
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OK
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NO
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A/C and Heat
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 1
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 2
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 3
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 4
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________________________
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________________________
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Bathrooms
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________________________
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________________________
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Entry Area
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________________________
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________________________
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Living Areas
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________________________
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________________________
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Balcony
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________________________
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________________________
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Carpeting
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________________________
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________________________
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Ceilings
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________________________
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________________________
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Closets
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________________________
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________________________
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Dishwasher
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________________________
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________________________
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Disposal
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________________________
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________________________
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Drapes / Blinds
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________________________
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________________________
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Doors
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________________________
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________________________
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Fireplace
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________________________
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________________________
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Garage/ Carport
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________________________
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________________________
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Keys
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________________________
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________________________
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Lights
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________________________
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________________________
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Locks
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________________________
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________________________
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Patio
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________________________
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________________________
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Refrigerator
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________________________
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________________________
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Screens
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________________________
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________________________
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Smoke Detectors
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________________________
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________________________
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Storage
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________________________
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________________________
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Stove
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________________________
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________________________
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Unusual Odors
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________________________
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________________________
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Walls
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________________________
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________________________
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Windows
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________________________
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________________________
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Window coverings
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________________________
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________________________
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Yard
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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NOTES: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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MOVE IN INSPECTIONS RESULTS ACCEPTED
A copy of this Joint Inspection was provided to Tenant
Move-In Inspection Date: _______________
Tenant:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
Acknowledged by/for Landlord:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
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MOVE OUT INSPECTIONS RESULTS ACCEPTED
A copy of this Joint Inspection was provided to Tenant
Move-Out Inspection Date: _______________
Tenant:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
Acknowledged by/for Landlord:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
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This is the content of the form and is provided for your convenience. It is not necessarily what the actual form looks like and does not include the information, instructions and other materials that come with the form you would purchase. An actual sample can also be viewed by clicking on the "Sample Form" near the top left of this page.
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
This Packet Includes:
1. Instructions and Checklist
2. General Information
3. Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Instructions and Checklist
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Some states require the Landlord and Tenant to conduct an inspection of the premises to be rented, before physical occupancy by the Tenant or before the lease is signed. Even if a state does not require a joint inspection, it is always a good idea to do one.
The Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint “move-in” inspection before the beginning of the lease or just before the premises are occupied.
The Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint “move-out” inspection immediately before or immediately after the tenant(s) move out of the premises.
The Landlord and the Tenant should sign the inspection checklist form in the appropriate box immediately after each of the move-in and move-out inspections are completed.
The Landlord should provide the Tenant and copy of the signed Inspection checklist after each inspection.
Laws vary from time to time and from state to state. These forms are not intended and are not a substitute for legal advice. These forms should only be a starting point for you and should not be used or signed without consulting an attorney first to make sure it fits your particular situation. An Attorney should be consulted before negotiating any document with another party.
The purchase and use of these forms is subject to the Disclaimers and Terms of Use found at findlegalforms.com
General Information
Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist
Whenever a Tenant moves in or moves out of any rented/leased residential premises, the Landlord and the Tenant(s) should conduct a joint inspection of the premises. This will allow the Landlord and the Tenant(s) to determine if any part of the premises were damaged before the start of occupancy or during the term of the lease. A Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist form is useful to document the inspection and can help avoid problems at the end of the lease. This Inspection Checklist can also help the Landlord justify any security deposit deductions, if warranted.
Some states actually require that the Landlord and Tenant conduct an inspection of the premises to be rented, before physical occupancy by the tenant or before the lease is signed. Even if a state does not require a joint inspection, it is always a good idea to conduct one and to use and complete a Premises Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist out.
Laws vary from time to time and from state to state. These forms are not intended and are not a substitute for legal advice. These forms should only be a starting point for you and should not be used or signed without consulting an attorney first to make sure it fits your particular situation.
DISCLAIMER:
FindLegalForms, Inc. (“FLF”) is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The use of these materials is not a substitute for legal advice. Only an attorney can provide legal advice. An attorney should be consulted for all serious legal matters. No Attorney-Client relationship is created by use of these materials.
THESE MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED “AS-IS.” FLF DOES NOT GIVE ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SUITABILITY OR COMPLETENESS FOR ANY OF THE MATERIALS FOR YOUR PARTICULAR NEEDS. THE MATERIALS ARE USED AT YOUR OWN RISK. IN NO EVENT WILL: I) FLF, ITS AGENTS, PARTNERS, OR AFFILIATES; OR II) THE PROVIDERS, AUTHORS OR PUBLISHERS OF ITS MATERIALS, BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATE OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER USED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THESE MATERIALS.
PREMISES MOVE-IN / MOVE-OUT INSPECTION CHECKLIST
The Premises should be inspected immediately before the Lease is signed or the premises are occupied and immediately before or after the tenant(s) move out
|
Address of Premises:
|
|
Move In date
|
Move out date
|
|
|
MOVE-IN
|
Comments
|
MOVE-OUT
|
Comments
|
|
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OK
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NO
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OK
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NO
|
|
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A/C and Heat
|
?
|
?
|
________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Bedroom 1
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Bedroom 2
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 3
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Bedroom 4
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Bathrooms
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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________________________
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Entry Area
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Living Areas
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Balcony
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________________________
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________________________
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Carpeting
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Ceilings
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Closets
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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________________________
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Dishwasher
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Disposal
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Drapes / Blinds
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Doors
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Fireplace
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Garage/ Carport
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Keys
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Lights
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________________________
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________________________
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Locks
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________________________
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________________________
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Patio
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Refrigerator
|
?
|
?
|
________________________
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?
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?
|
________________________
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Screens
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?
|
?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Smoke Detectors
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Storage
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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________________________
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Stove
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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________________________
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Unusual Odors
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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?
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________________________
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Walls
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?
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?
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________________________
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?
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________________________
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Windows
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Window coverings
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?
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?
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________________________
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________________________
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Yard
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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_______________
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________________________
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________________________
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NOTES: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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MOVE IN INSPECTIONS RESULTS ACCEPTED
A copy of this Joint Inspection was provided to Tenant
Move-In Inspection Date: _______________
Tenant:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
Acknowledged by/for Landlord:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
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MOVE OUT INSPECTIONS RESULTS ACCEPTED
A copy of this Joint Inspection was provided to Tenant
Move-Out Inspection Date: _______________
Tenant:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
Acknowledged by/for Landlord:
Signature: ________________________________________
Name: ___________________________________________
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