Keeping records of inspections
Records help protect your property asset and keep your tenants safe
If you carry out regular landlord inspections and diligently follow the guidance given in this guide, not only will you be protecting your property asset and keeping your tenants safe, you will also have the peace of mind that you are operating on the right side of the law.
As well as the usual landlord’s accounting records, all landlords should keep a diary of contacts with their tenants, keeping track of what has been said and arranged at various stages throughout the tenancy.
This can be through notes, emails, letters and inspection reports – communications through all channels provides excellent evidence should there be any disputes in the future.
During a residential tenancy, regular landlord inspections should help you:
Make sure that tenants are looking after your property
Make sure repair issues are picked up early before they can escalate into something more serious
Be sure you are complying with health and safety regulations by identifying and dealing with any safety hazards
If you have any questions about inspecting your property or would like to discuss landlord insurance with one of our experts, please contact the Total Landlord team on0800 63 43 880 or email enquiries@totallandlordinsurance.co.uk
