Tips For Preparing Your Apartment For A Property Inspection
Apr 25, 2023
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When your apartment is due for an inspection, it's easy to feel stressed. You may worry that your place won't pass the examination or that you'll owe money if there are any needed repairs. While having someone evaluate your apartment is never enjoyable, you can give yourself peace of mind by preparing for the inspection ahead of time.Remember that while not all rentals require a rental inspection, many do. Not to mention that your landlord or property manager can likely request to inspect the unit or or enter to address safety concerns, such as fire hazards.
Luckily, if you follow these valuable tips, you can prepare for an inspection or visit from your property management company.
Ensure Your Pets Are Secured
You're likely to be pretty stressed about a property inspection if you have pets you’re trying to hide. So, to avoid this anxiety and the risk of losing your pets, make sure you do not have any pets that are prohibited by your lease agreement.
If you have pets that are allowed to be there, you still want to ensure they will be contained during the visit. Keep them in their kennel or have them go to a friend's house if they tend to get upset by strangers. You should also take extra care to clean up litter boxes or pet hair before the inspection.
Do A Deep Clean
Before your property manager or landlord comes to inspect the unit, ensure you've cleaned everything up. The cleaning process should include removing clutter and deep cleaning floors, bathrooms, and more.
If you're someone who isn't super clean, ensure you do a deeper clean than usual. While your apartment doesn't have to look perfect, you'll make a better impression if it looks like you're taking good care of things.
Keep Good Track Of Issues With The Unit
While you want to ensure your apartment is spotless before the inspection, you aren't necessarily responsible for regular wear and tear. Depending on the age of your building, there could be many issues that weren't your fault. Still, to cover your tracks and ensure you aren't required to pay for these repairs, always write down and take pictures of any maintenance issues.
Clear The Entry Area
It's easy to forget about your entryway or front door area. Still, you'll make a great impression on your landlord or rental company by cleaning this area. You can start by washing down your door and setting a plant or two next to the door. First impressions often make all the difference, and you'll love having a front entry area that you're proud to show off.
Remember, You'll Have Time To Prepare
If you've been busy with life and your rental unit isn't as clean as you'd like it to be, an inspection can be stressful. However, most rental companies and landlords will give you at least a week's notice unless it's an emergency. So, give yourself time each day to prepare, and you’ll be fine.
With these tips in mind, you'll be ready for an inspection and ensure your place looks as good as possible. Don't be afraid to ask if you have questions about what your landlord or rental company expects your place to look like.
Overall, remember to keep things looking clean and organized.