Periodic Inspection Guide

 

One of the services that DF Johnson Real Estate provides to its landlords is regular routine inspections of their properties. These inspections ensure the property is maintained at a consistent standard and that any repairs or maintenance may be inspected and appropriate action taken.

The following information has been prepared to assist you when a periodic inspection is due at the property you are renting.

We ask that prior to the periodic inspection you:

• Ensure that our office has your current phone numbers and email address
• Your rent is paid two weeks in advance
• All keys to new locks are provided to this office as well as any security device codes and the location of the device
• Any damage to the property is repaired or rectified
• All terms of your Tenancy Agreement are being met (refer to your current agreement)
• Any pets (if you are permitted pets) are secured, so they cannot run loose
• A list of any outstanding maintenance or issues you would like us to inspect and report to the landlord is sent to this office via email

Attendance to the following matters prior to our inspection will save time and prevent any unnecessary actions. Subject to the condition of the property at the commencement of your tenancy (refer to your IngoingPremises Condition Report, issued when you signed your Residential Tenancy Agreement) you should ensure that:

• The property is very clean and tidy throughout with any stains removed from the carpets
• All cupboards, shelves, drawers and benches are cleaned
• Walls and doors are cleaned of all marks
• Stove, griller, oven and exhaust fans are cleaned
• Windows and sills are cleaned inside, and outside where possible
• All garbage, bottles and rubbish is removed from the premises
• The garage and/or storeroom is cleaned out, free of cobwebs and grease marks are removed from car space/garage
• Bathrooms are thoroughly cleaned, with all mould and soap scum removed from tiles and grouting. Ceiling mould must also be removed. Toilets to be cleaned inside and out, and the bathroom floors to be mopped
• Lawns and edges are trimmed and gardens weeded (this applies to townhouses and houses)

Thanking you for your cooperation.