Inventory

At Clarity Housing, it is understood that protecting a rental property begins with clarity, accuracy, and professional documentation. For this reason, detailed property inventory reports are prepared to ensure landlords, tenants, and managing agents are supported from the very start of a tenancy through to completion.

By delivering impartial, photographic, and professionally compiled inventory reports, potential disputes are reduced, responsibilities are clearly defined, and peace of mind is maintained throughout the tenancy lifecycle.

How Our Inventory Services Work

To ensure accuracy and transparency, a structured process is followed from start to finish. Consequently, all parties are fully informed, and expectations are aligned.

Initial Property Inspection

Firstly, the property is inspected in detail. Fixtures, fittings, décor, cleanliness, and condition are carefully documented. In addition, meter readings are recorded where applicable.

Digital Inventory Compilation

Next, a comprehensive inventory report is prepared. This includes written descriptions supported by photographic evidence, allowing the condition of the property to be clearly understood.

Secure Delivery & Acknowledgement

Once completed, the report is securely shared with relevant parties. Tenants are given the opportunity to review and agree, ensuring transparency before the tenancy progresses.

Check-In Inventory Reports

Before a tenancy begins, a check-in inventory is completed to establish a clear benchmark of the property’s condition.

During the check-in process:

  • The inventory is reviewed with the tenant
  • Meter readings are confirmed
  • Keys are handed over where required
  • Any queries are addressed immediately

As a result, both landlords and tenants enter the tenancy with clarity and confidence, reducing the likelihood of future disagreements.

Mid-Term Inventory Inspections

Throughout a tenancy, changes can occur. Therefore, mid-term inspections are carried out to assess the ongoing condition of the property.

These inspections help to:

  • Identify maintenance issues early
  • Highlight potential breaches of tenancy terms
  • Protect the long-term condition of the property
  • Maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship

Importantly, issues identified during mid-term inspections can be addressed promptly, preventing escalation and unnecessary costs.

Check-Out Inventory & Final Inspections

At the end of the tenancy, a check-out inspection is conducted to compare the property’s condition against the original check-in report.

During this process:

  • The condition of the property is reassessed
  • Fair wear and tear is considered
  • Differences are clearly documented
  • Missing, damaged, or altered items are recorded

Consequently, landlords are provided with clear evidence should deposit discussions arise, while tenants benefit from a fair and transparent assessment.

The check-out report is compiled and will include specific details with regard to the general condition and cleanliness of the property. We will also note any items that are now broken, damaged or missing from the property.
Where possible we will take the meter readings and if the tenant is present, we can accept the return of the property’s keys on behalf of the agent/landlord.

Check-Out Inventory & Final Inspections

Inventory reports play a crucial role in deposit protection and dispute resolution. For this reason, all reports are prepared to be:

  • Independent and impartial
  • Clear, factual, and evidence-based
  • Suitable for submission to deposit protection schemes

By relying on professionally prepared inventory documentation, disputes can often be avoided altogether. Where disputes do occur, decisions are supported by accurate and unbiased reporting

Why Choose Clarity Housing for Inventory Services?

Landlords choose Clarity Housing because:

  • Experience within the London rental market is demonstrated
  • Reports are prepared with accuracy and professionalism
  • Compliance and impartiality are prioritised
  • Clear communication is maintained throughout

Above all, our inventory services are designed to protect your investment while ensuring fairness for all parties involved.

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