Your rental walkthrough checklist

Before and during move-in

• Charge your phone and check available storage.
• Give each room a clear name and take an overview before unpacking.
• Photograph visible marks with a wider view and a close-up.
• Record supplied items and mark untested functions as not checked.
• Record accessible meter readings with their units and identifiers; count keys and fobs.

Before moving out

• Find the move-in record and keep today’s notes separate.
• Photograph each room after removing belongings where possible.
• Record remaining items and surfaces you could not see.
• Note accessible meter readings and count keys prepared for return.
• Review dates and room labels, then save the final copy separately.

For useful photos and careful sharing

• Include the room context as well as the important detail.
• Check focus, lighting and reflections before leaving.
• Write the location and visible condition without guessing a cause.
• Keep original files separate from annotated copies.
• Check recipients, private details and possible location metadata before sharing.

Unchecked areas / follow-up notes