Move-In Checklist Generator
Generate a tailored move-in checklist covering inventory, utilities, How to Rent guide, smoke alarms, deposit registration and prescribed information — ready to print or save.
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Documents
- Signed tenancy agreement
- Latest How to Rent guide
- Valid EPC issued to tenant
- Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) provided
- EICR provided
- Prescribed information for deposit served
- PRS Database registration shared (RRA 2026)
Inventory & condition
- Written inventory completed and signed
- Date-stamped photos of every room
- Photos of meters with serial numbers
- Test all smoke alarms in tenant's presence
- Test CO alarms in fuel-burning rooms
- Inventory lists every furnished item with condition note
Keys & utilities
- Log keys handed over (front door, back door, communal)
- Read electricity, gas and water meters with tenant
- Notify utility providers of new occupant and meter readings
- Set up council tax change-of-occupier
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Frequently asked questions
▸When should I do the move-in inspection?
On the day of move-in, with the tenant present where possible.
▸Do I need a written inventory?
Strongly recommended — without one, deposit deductions are almost impossible to win at adjudication.
▸Should I take photos?
Yes — date-stamped, room-by-room, including meter readings.
▸What documents do I serve at move-in?
How to Rent guide, EPC, gas safety certificate, EICR, prescribed information, tenancy agreement.
▸Should I test smoke alarms?
Yes — on the day of move-in. Log it on the checklist.
▸Who reads the meters?
Both parties. Photograph the readings and send to the utility provider.
▸Do I need keys signed for?
Yes — log how many keys are handed over and to whom.
▸Does this work for HMOs?
Yes — flag HMO and we add room-by-room items.
▸Can I send it electronically?
Yes — sign in to email it to the tenant from the dashboard.
▸Is this RRA-ready?
Yes — references the new How to Rent guide and the PRS Database registration step.