Professional Inventory Services
Since the introduction of Tenancy Deposit Protection in April 2007 the need for unbiased, independent inventories has never been greater. This scheme applies to all Assured Shorthold Tenancies in England and Wales where a deposit is taken.
A comprehensive record of plight and condition is now vital in the event of any deposit disputes to prove whether any damage has been made by a tenant. An inventory document produced by an unbiased professional can only enhance the clarity of any dispute situation.
Key Lettings completes high quality, professional inventories to ensure that your property is recorded accurately at the start of every tenancy. This includes a full inventory backed up by a selection of photographs.
Inventory & Schedule of Condition
The essential report for safeguarding your property; Available in bespoke layouts with digital photography.
Property Assessment Reports
- Check-in Reports - Report enclosed within a new or updated inventory, summarising condition, keys & utility meter readings at the formal check-in of tenants
- Check-out Inspection - End of tenancy assessment of the property and determination of tenant liability
Fire & Furnishings Regulations Compliance Report
The essential report for any property let as furnished – ensures compliance with stringent soft furnishings regulations, and avoids severe criminal penalties
Periodic Inspection Service
- Quarterly/ Biannual Inspection Reports
- Vacant Property Inspections
- Ensuring that the property is used and kept to a suitable standard while occupied.
Utility Transfer Service
Offload the burden of ensuring correct transfer of utility accounts, and avoid unpleasant bills left by tenants.
A rough price guide is as follows
| All prices are inclusive of VAT | UNFURNISHED | FURNISHED |
|---|---|---|
| STUDIO FLAT | £40 | £50 |
| 1 BED PROPERTY | £50 | £60 |
| 2 BED PROPERTY | £60 | £70 |
| 3 BED PROPERTY | £70 | £80 |
| 4 BED PROPERTY | £80 | £90 |
| 5 BED PROPERTY | £90 | £100 |
So what must a landlord do before letting out a property?
1. Commission and obtain an EPC from a registered assessor. Key lettings will carry this out on your behalf. If you already have an EPC for your property – e.g. if you have recently bought a property with a valid EPC – please provide us with the EPC to use.
2. Make a copy of the EPC available to any prospective tenant free of charge. Key Lettings will again provide this copy to all prospective tenants as part of the market/property details that we produce when marketing our properties available to let.
3. Give the tenant a copy of the EPC before he/she signs the tenancy agreement including the recommendation report (again free of charge). This applies even if they have already seen it. Again Key Lettings will make sure that the tenant has this copy before signing the tenancy agreement.
The Department for Communities and Local Government has released guidelines for landlords of rented property in relation to EPCs. This is a 32 page document that can be accessed via this link.
Please contact us with any questions.
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