Start with normal use
Review taps, toilet flushing and visible drainage during ordinary use, stopping if leakage or backing-up occurs. Look beneath accessible sinks and note staining or loose connections without dismantling anything. Photograph observations clearly.
Doors, windows and fittings
Check normal opening and closing, loose handles and visible damage to trims or skirting. Do not force a stuck mechanism. Fire doors and other specialist safety items should be assessed by an appropriate competent professional rather than treated as ordinary cosmetic repairs.
Surfaces and wet areas
Record damaged tiles, worn silicone and areas needing decorating. Look for patterns in damp or staining before deciding on a finish. Repairs to the cause of moisture should be planned before covering the affected surface.
Access and supplied appliances
Check that agreed maintenance access is available and that appliance connections can be assessed safely. Note missing manufacturer details. Gas and electrical checks need their own qualified arrangements; a general visit does not certify those systems.
Turn findings into decisions
Split the list into work to investigate, work to quote and optional improvements. Give the contractor a target date and a contact who can approve changes. Keep the final record for the next handover.
Arrange the next step
Our end-of-tenancy checklist helps organise the list. Use rental turnaround repairs for the agreed work.
For planned minor repairs, compare our landlord care plans. Visits have defined annual allowances; these plans do not replace statutory inspections or cover unlimited repairs.
Further guidance: GOV.UK: landlord safety responsibilities.
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