What To Do Before Moving Into Your New Apartment
Whether you’re new to apartment life or you’re an apartment-dwelling vet, your landlord expects you to keep good records. Part of this is making sure your new apartment meets your expectations upon move-in. At Ameritex, we’ve taken out all of the guesswork. Here, we share everything you need to ensure the apartment is in good shape and has just what you’ll need before it’s time to move in.
Feel free to print and fill out our handy Apartment Inspection Checklist. It’s crucial to make a copy for both your personal records and for apartment management as well.
Apartment Move-In Inspection Checklist
- Flooring Check for major scrapes and loose boards, cracked tiles, or ripped carpet.
- Walls Look for holes, scuffs, loose mounts, and other imperfections.
- Furnishings Does your apartment come furnished? If so, check the condition of all furniture and window treatments.
- Appliances Make sure to test all of the following, as well as look for cosmetic issues:
- Refrigerator
- A/C Unit
- Washer/Dryer
- Water Heater
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Plumbing Flush, drain, and turn on water sources. Make a note of anything that is stained or gouged.
- Toilets
- Sinks and Faucets
- Bathtubs and Showers
- Shelving Areas Inspect the sturdiness of each of the following. Ensure doors open and close easily.
- Pantry
- Cabinets
- Laundry Room
- Linen Closet
- Electric and Wiring Turn on all lights. Test all wires, cables, and phone jacks.
- Light Fixtures
- Bulbs
- Outlets
- Cable Hookups
- Locks, Doors, Windows Open and close doors and windows. Test out locks. Inspect blinds, screens, and knobs.
- Safety Equipment Perhaps the most important items on this list, make sure the following are up to date and in working order:
- Smoke Alarms
- Alarm Systems
- Fire Extinguishers
Ready to Schedule Your Apartment Move?
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