Final inspection guide
Prepare for the final inspection before the pressure starts
Use the entry report as your checklist, finish agreed cleaning and repairs, photograph the result, and keep the key-return and inspection arrangements in writing.
Plan the last 48 hours
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Practical example
A practical final-inspection pack
Keep one folder containing the signed entry report, your completed exit checklist, final photos by room, cleaning or repair invoices, meter readings, the key-return message and the bond claim details. This makes a later question much easier to answer.
Before cleaning: check the starting condition and agreed obligations.
After cleaning: photograph the property before anyone else re-enters.
At handover: keep written proof of keys, dates and the next bond step.
Quick answer
A practical preparation guide for the final rental inspection.
Quick summary
A practical preparation guide for the final rental inspection. Use this guide as a starting point, then check your lease, condition report and state or territory tenancy authority for your situation. If money is being claimed, a simple written timeline and clear photos usually help more than long arguments.
What to gather
Keep your lease, bond receipt, entry condition report, exit photos, repair invoices, cleaning receipts, emails and text messages in one folder. Clear records make it easier to compare claims with the actual condition of the property.
Useful next steps
Write down the issue, the amount involved and the evidence on each side. Ask for itemised costs where money is being claimed. Avoid agreeing to deductions until you understand what they relate to.
When to get extra help
If the amount is significant, the facts are disputed, or you feel pressured, contact your state or territory tenancy information service. This website provides general information only and is not a substitute for advice about your circumstances.
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Frequently asked questions
Is How to Prepare for Final Inspection legal advice?
No. It is general information to help renters organise numbers and evidence before checking official sources or getting advice.
Which calculator should I use next?
Use the related calculator shown on this page to turn the guide into a simple estimate you can compare with quotes, deductions or moving budgets.
Disclaimer
This is general information only and not legal or financial advice.