What landlords usually inspect before bond return
The exact checklist varies, but property managers usually focus less on perfection and more on whether the property is clean, functional, and consistent with handover expectations.
Common attention areas
- Kitchen grease, oven condition, and cupboard marks
- Bathrooms with soap build-up, mould, or neglected glass
- Carpet marks, pet hair, and dusty corners
- Walls, switches, and skirting boards with obvious scuffs
Often-overlooked details
Light fittings, wardrobe tracks, exhaust fans, and the top edges of doors are classic misses. They take little time to fix but look bad during a slow walkthrough.
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