Category: UK Inventory Services

Being a landlord can be a challenging role but there are many ways in which you can make life easier for yourself. One of the most common areas of dispute relates to inventory lists and the condition of your property. If you want to minimise the likelihood of arguments over these matters, be proactive and rely on Cenultra for support.

The Check-In Service

Given that the best time to carry out an initial inventory check is when a new tenant moves into the property, the check-in service is an extremely popular option. This can occur at the exchanging of the keys, which allow for an accurate assessment to be made at the point of entry or when a new tenant takes control of the property. If required, this check can include readings of all energy meters as well as creating a report that evaluates the condition of the home and the entire inventory contained within the property at this point.

The importance and benefits of having this record cannot be overstated. A large proportion of disputed between landlords and tenants are due to disagreements over the condition of contents or the presence of contents. Having a detailed and thorough property inspection list in place would provide an opportunity for everyone to see what was agreed upon at the end of a tenancy.

If there is an agreed property inventory list compiled, there can be no disagreement about what was available at the start of the tenancy, and what should be present, or at least replaced, at the end of a tenancy. However, if this is not in place, it opens up the opportunity for debate and argument, on all sides, which could eventually lead to legal action taking place.

At check-in, the inventory clerk will record which keys have been exchanged and will write all the energy meter readings. Our inventory clerks and tenants will concur the condition of the home and sign the report; all included as part of the inventory services provided.

At Cenultra, we can supply some of the experienced and qualified inventory clerks in London, so if you want the peace of mind and confidence that comes from having a detailed inventory list in place, get in touch and we’ll be more than happy to help.

The Check-Out Service

The check-out service will be very similar to the check in service as there is a need to evaluate the same items. Of course, the inventory should be taken afresh, with the inventory clerk noting what they see as opposed to working towards what should be present in the property.

The best way to carry out an inventory check-out list is for the inventory clerk not to check the check-in list until after the check-out list has been completed. Creating two separate and independent lists provides the best opportunity to compare the inventory and condition of the property between these two points.

The findings of the check-out inventory list can often be important if there are any disagreements between the landlord and tenant. The check-out service is just one of the many services provided by Cenultra and if you want the confidence and peace of mind that comes from hiring an independent inventory clerk, get in touch.

Mid-term inventory list

It may be that a mid-term inventory check is of benefit, and this can provide peace of mind to the landlord, and even the tenant. If the tenant is looking to be in the property for a long while, it makes sense to undertake an inventory and condition check on a regular basis.

This will provide the landlord with information about the ongoing condition of the property. If there is anything untoward, this will provide the landlord with a chance to encourage the tenant to change their behaviour or provide them with a warning with respect to their future behaviour.

If any issues arise at a later date, it can be helpful to have recorded information and evidence of any wrongdoing in a property and the information contained in a mid-term inventory list could be of significance at a later date.

When it comes to benefiting from the best standard of property inventory services London has to offer, be sure to call on Cenultra. We have been providing inventory services for a considerable period of time, and we like to think that we provide a fair, honest and effective review service. If you are looking to minimise the likelihood of any issues arising at a later date, be proactive by hiring a professional to carry out inventory services for you.

With the rise of the lettings market in the United Kingdom growing all the time, and there being a large number of notable disputes between landlords and tenants, it is probably fair to say that there is a greater need for support mechanisms for landlords and tenants to be protected. The introduction of the Tenant Deposit Scheme back in 2007 provided some comfort for tenants but there is a need to push on with improved ways of minimising conflict and potential conflict between tenants and landlords.

Quite often the basis for disagreements between landlords and tenants comes down to poor communication. If matters could be debated and discussed in an effective manner, many of the disputes would be stopped from happening before they even begin. One of the most common reasons for a dispute between a landlord and tenant is over the inventory of a property and this is why there is a growing demand for property inventory services.

Detailed inventory lists benefit everyone
Detailed and comprehensive inventory lists provide protection for the landlord and the tenant. No matter who is responsible for hiring the services of inventory clerks, both parties will benefit from having well-detailed and clearly defined inventory lists. This is why paying for inventory services is a smart use of money because it can minimise the amount of disagreement that occurs at a later date.
The process of checking inventory in a property is a very simple one. The inventory clerk will make their way around the property. They will not only note what items are available, they should look to record the condition of these items. In the present era of smartphones and tablet devices, it has never been easier to take photographs and record video content so there should be no argument about the condition of items at a particular moment in time. A reliable inventory clerk will record and present the information in a fair and unbiased manner, and they will also provide this information in a manner that is easy to read.
At Cenultra, we understand the importance of property inventory services and if you are looking for the most effective property inventory services London has to offer, we can help. We have a team who are dedicated to maintaining the property of conditions and if you want recorded information and evidence of the inventory at a set point in time, we can help.

Arrange an inventory check at the start of a tenancy period
It clearly makes sense to carry out an inventory check just prior to a new tenant moving or just at the start of their tenancy. When it comes to reviewing the condition of the property at the end of the tenancy, the information contained in the property inventory list contained at the start of the process will help comparisons to be made. If there was no independent inventory list compiled at the start of the tenancy, a landlord may find it very difficult to raise a successful claim against their tenants, so it is in a landlord’s best interest to arrange this service.
You may think that the cost associated with hiring this service at the start of a tenancy isn’t worth it but by the time the tenancy comes to an end, there may be a very different state of affairs for the landlord. Being a landlord is often about looking about the long term impact or benefits, and hiring an inventory clerk is definitely something that pays off in the long term.
At Cenultra, given our experience in helping property owners maintain the condition of their home, we fully understand that accidents can occur and that over time, there will be general wear and tear in a property. This is why having a detailed inventory list, including the condition of items, is essential to determine if there was any notable damage in a property, or if what occurred could be described as general wear and tear at the property.
Hopefully no issues between a tenant and a landlord will arise at a property, and the money spent on an inventory check wasn’t really required. In this regard, it should be considered along the same lines as insurance. You hope to never actually use it or need it in place but for your peace of mind and comfort, you are glad that you arranged it.
Hiring an inventory clerk from Cenultra will provide peace of mind and comfort to all parties. When it comes to developing a reputation as being trustworthy and indicating to potential tenants that you can be relied upon, calling on the services of a professional and independent inventory clerk makes perfect sense.