Mid-Term Inspection
Mid-Term Inspection
An interim visit partway through the tenancy to check for damage, maintenance issues and tenancy breaches, with dated photographs, delivered within 3 hours.
Always £80
Overview
A mid-term (interim or routine) inspection is carried out partway through a tenancy so the landlord understands the current condition of the property. It highlights any maintenance issues, checks that everything is in accordance with the tenancy agreement, and flags potential problems early, unauthorised occupation or sub-letting, pets, smoking, redecoration or anti-social behaviour. Our clerks wear shoe covers, take general photographs of each room and detailed images of anything that needs attention, test the alarms, and send you a clear report the same day. We can inspect monthly, every 3 or 6 months, or yearly.
Benefits
Spot Issues Early
Catch maintenance and health-and-safety problems while they're small, before they become costly repairs at check-out.
Identify Tenancy Breaches
Evidence of sub-letting, unauthorised pets or smoking, redecorated walls, replaced carpets or a business being run from the property.
Dated Photographic Evidence
General photographs of every room plus detailed images of anything that needs to be addressed.
Alarms Tested
Smoke and CO alarms checked for function and expiry at every visit.
Assurance For Both Sides
Confirms the tenant has settled in and the property is being cared for correctly, good for landlord and tenant alike.
Flat £80, 3 Hour Report
One price for most residential properties, with the digital report typically in your inbox within 3 hours.
Who it's for
- Landlords wanting proactive oversight of their investment
- Letting agents managing longer tenancies
- Property managers with a routine inspection schedule
- HMO and student landlords
- Anyone who wants assurance the tenancy agreement is being kept
- Portfolios of any size
What's included
- Brief overview of property condition, room by room
- General photographs of each room
- Detailed images of any issue needing attention
- Smoke and CO alarms tested for function and expiry
- Check for unauthorised occupation, pets or smoking
- Investigation of any reported maintenance issues
- Cleanliness and tidiness noted
- Digital report within 3 hours
Process
A quick, respectful visit that doesn't disrupt the tenant. Book online, no need to check availability, and we allocate a clerk and confirm once we receive your order.
1
Notice given
We help you give the tenant the required written notice, in line with the tenancy agreement and UK law.
2
Access arranged
The tenant can be present, or we use your management keys and return them afterwards.
3
On-site inspection
Condition, cleanliness, alarms and any maintenance concerns checked and photographed.
4
Report delivered
A digital report with dated photographs lands within 3 hours.
Ensure the property is being cared for
The property should be generally clean and tidy for a routine inspection, and the tenant should report any maintenance issues as soon as they occur, most property managers ask for non-urgent requests in writing.
Our clerks take general photos inside the property and additional, detailed images to highlight anything that needs to be addressed, so you can act on it straight away.
Protect your investment
Mid-term inspections are the perfect opportunity to check tenants are keeping their side of the agreement: no sub-letting, walls not repainted in different colours, carpets not replaced, curtains not removed or additionally mounted, and no business or other unauthorised activity being run from the property.
It is beneficial for both sides, it confirms the tenant has settled in and conditions are as expected, and it helps the landlord avoid situations where things could go wrong.
How often should you inspect?
We recommend a mid-term inspection every 3 months, but it depends on your relationship with the tenant. If you know and trust them, once a year may be enough; every 6 months is a safe period for most circumstances.
A mid-term inspection is supplementary: it helps prevent issues before check-out, but does not replace a formal check-out report.
Pricing Guidance
Always £80
A flat rate for most residential properties, confirmed before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need a mid-term inspection?
Most tenants look after their home well, but it is the landlord's responsibility to maintain the property in good condition. Regular inspections and good communication with the tenant mean you are aware of any maintenance issues that need looking at.
How often should I book a routine inspection?
We recommend every 3 months, but it depends on your relationship with the tenant. Once a year may be enough where there is trust; every 6 months is a safe period for most circumstances.
Does my tenant have to be present?
No. In line with your tenancy agreement you must ask permission and give notice, but if the tenant can't be present we can use your management keys and return them afterwards.
How much notice does the tenant need?
UK law requires at least 24 hours' written notice, in line with the tenancy agreement, we help coordinate this.
Does a mid-term inspection replace a check-out report?
No. A mid-term inspection is supplementary and helps prevent issues before check-out, but it does not replace a formal check-out inventory.
Are photos included in the report?
Yes. All reports include dated photographic evidence to support the findings.
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