Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist

Security deposit disputes are one of the most common landlord-tenant conflicts — and almost always avoidable with a documented inspection at both ends of the tenancy.

This checklist walks you through every room, every appliance, and every fixture. At move-in, both parties sign and date the form, establishing a shared baseline. At move-out, you complete the same form side-by-side, making it immediately clear what changed and what didn’t.

The photo documentation log prompts you to record date-stamped images for every item noted, giving you the evidence you need if a dispute reaches a court or mediation. The pre-existing damage section protects tenants from being charged for problems that were there before they arrived — and protects landlords from claims they caused damage themselves.

Pair with the Opsply Residential Lease Agreement for complete landlord-tenant documentation coverage.