This list will help you to assess the property and identify any defects or repairs that need to be addressed.

Condition of the rooms

For each room in the property (entrance, living room, bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, WC, hallway, etc.), check and note the following:

Floor

🗒 Type of floor (tiles, hardwood, carpet, etc.): ________________________________________
🗒 General condition (clean, scratches, cracks, stains, wear): ______________________________
🗒 Cleanliness (absence of dust, stains, etc.): __________________________________________

Walls and Ceilings

🗒 Type of wall/ceiling covering (paint, wallpaper, tiles): _________________________________
🗒 General condition (cracks, moisture, holes, stains): __________________________________
🗒 Presence of mold or leaks: _____________________________________________________
🗒 Cleanliness (clean paint, no marks or dust): ________________________________________

Doors and Windows

🗒 Windows open and close properly: ______________________________________________
🗒 Condition of the locks and handles: _____________________________________________
🗒 Condition of the glass (scratches, cracks, double glazing): ____________________________
🗒 Presence and state of seals: ___________________________________________________
🗒 Cleanliness (absence of marks, dust): ____________________________________________

Lighting and Electricity

🗒 Switches and sockets works: __________________________________________________
🗒 Presence of lights in each room: _______________________________________________
🗒 Condition of lamps and bulbs: _________________________________________________
🗒 Compliance with safety standards (standard outlets, no exposed wires): ________________

Plumbing and Sanitary Installations

🗒 Condition of taps, sinks, showers, bathtubs (limescale, leaks): ________________________
🗒 Toilets work properly: _______________________________________________________
🗒 Condition of visible pipes (leaks, signs of moisture): ________________________________
🗒 Check water pressure: ______________________________________________________
🗒 Cleanliness (absence of lime scale, mold): _______________________________________

Heating and Air Conditioning

🗒 Type of heating system (radiators, underfloor heating, heat pump): __________________
🗒 General condition: _________________________________________________________
🗒 Cleanliness of units and absence of leaks (for radiators): ____________________________
🗒 Condition and maintenance of filters (for air conditioning): __________________________

Storage and Furniture (if provided)

🗒 Condition of closets, closet doors: _____________________________________________
🗒 Drawers, shelves work as expected: ___________________________________________
🗒 Cleanliness inside and outside of closets and furniture: _____________________________

Kitchen

🗒 Condition and cleanliness of countertops, backsplashes, and sinks: ____________________
🗒 Appliances (oven, stovetop, range hood, refrigerator, dishwasher, etc.): working, cleanliness, signs of wear: ________________________________________
🗒 Condition and cleanliness of cabinets and drawers: _______________________________________

Bathroom and WC

🗒 Condition of sanitary fixtures (toilets, sink, shower, bathtub): ________________________
🗒 Ventilation: check if the extractor fan or vents are working: _________________________
🗒 Presence of mold (around seals, on walls): ______________________________________
🗒 Condition and cleanliness of mirrors, bathroom furniture: ___________________________

Balcony, Terrace, Garden (if applicable)

🗒 Condition of the floor (tiles, wood, concrete): ___________________________________
🗒 Railings, guardrails: general condition, stability: ___________________________________
🗒 Presence of vegetation: maintenance, cleanliness: ________________________________
🗒 Exterior lighting: functionality and condition: ____________________________________

Common Areas (if applicable)

🗒 Entrance, hallways, stairs: cleanliness, general condition: ___________________________
🗒 Condition of the elevator (if present): _________________________________________
🗒 Mailbox: condition and functionality of the lock: __________________________________
🗒 Bike storage, garage, basement: cleanliness, general condition, functionality: ___________

Meters

🗒 Water meter reading: ______________________
🗒 Gas meter reading: ________________________
🗒 Electricity meter reading: ___________________
🗒 Verification of active subscriptions (water, electricity, gas): ________________________

Keys and Accessories

🗒 Number of keys provided (front door, garage, basement, mailbox): _____________________
🗒 Remote controls (for gates, garages, etc.): working condition: ________________________

Remarks and works to plan

🗒 Note any specific observations or repairs that need to be made before moving in. If repairs are required, it is better to document them in writing and, if possible, obtain an offer.

This checklist can be used as a guide for thoroughly assessing the condition of a property during the entry inspection.