Move-out inspection form for PH tenancies
A move out checklist for tenants and landlords in Philippine condos, apartments, and houses. Use it with the move-in template as one move in move out inspection form, confirm the PMO move out clearance, and agree deductions before the security deposit refund.
Instructions
Walk the unit with the tenant and compare it against the move-in record. Photograph any damage beyond normal wear and tear before taking back the keys.
Entrance
Check the main door opens smoothly and locks securely.
- Main door No issues Requires attention
- Lock and hardware No issues Requires attention
- Doorbell or intercom No issues Requires attention N/A
- Lighting No issues Requires attention
Living and dining
Compare walls, ceiling, and floors with the move-in record. Note nail holes, stains, and scratches.
- Walls and paint No issues Requires attention
- Ceiling No issues Requires attention
- Floors No issues Requires attention
- Doors No issues Requires attention N/A
- Windows No issues Requires attention
- Lights and outlets No issues Requires attention
- Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
Kitchen
Check the kitchen is clean and the appliances work. Look under the sink for leaks.
- Walls and paint No issues Requires attention
- Floors No issues Requires attention
- Lights and outlets No issues Requires attention
- Cabinets No issues Requires attention
- Sink, countertop, and faucet No issues Requires attention
- No leaks under the sink No issues Requires attention
- Electric or LPG stove No issues Requires attention N/A
- Range hood No issues Requires attention N/A
- Refrigerator No issues Requires attention N/A
Toilet and bath
Run the shower and water heater and flush the toilet. Look for leaks, mold, and scale.
- Walls and tiles No issues Requires attention
- Floors and floor drain No issues Requires attention
- Door No issues Requires attention
- Lights and outlets No issues Requires attention
- Sink and faucet No issues Requires attention
- Toilet and flush No issues Requires attention
- Bidet spray No issues Requires attention N/A
- Shower No issues Requires attention
- Water heater No issues Requires attention N/A
- Exhaust fan No issues Requires attention N/A
- Mirror and cabinet No issues Requires attention
Bedroom
Compare with the move-in record. Note nail holes, stains, and damaged paint.
- Walls and paint No issues Requires attention
- Ceiling No issues Requires attention
- Floors No issues Requires attention
- Door No issues Requires attention
- Windows No issues Requires attention
- Lights and outlets No issues Requires attention
- Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
- Built-in closet No issues Requires attention N/A
Laundry area
- Walls and floors No issues Requires attention
- Floor drain No issues Requires attention
- Washing machine No issues Requires attention N/A
- Laundry sink No issues Requires attention N/A
Balcony
- Floor tiles No issues Requires attention
- Railing secure No issues Requires attention
- Drain clear No issues Requires attention
- Sliding door and lock No issues Requires attention
Windows, screens, and grills
- Windows open, close, and lock No issues Requires attention
- Window screens No issues Requires attention N/A
- Grills secure No issues Requires attention N/A
Pests, mold, and flooding
- No mold on ceilings or walls No issues Requires attention
- No water stains on the ceiling No issues Requires attention
- No termite (anay) damage No issues Requires attention
- No cockroach, ant, or rodent activity No issues Requires attention
Aircon
Run each unit and confirm it was cleaned before move-out, if the lease requires it.
- Each unit cools properly No issues Requires attention
- No water dripping from any unit No issues Requires attention
- Filters clean No issues Requires attention
- Remote controls returned No issues Requires attention
- Cleaned before move-out Yes No N/A
Cleaning
- Cleanliness of the unit Clean Needs cleaning Dirty
- No belongings or trash left behind No issues Requires attention
Furnished inventory
Check every item against the move-in inventory and record anything missing or damaged.
- Every listed item present No issues Requires attention
- Missing or damaged items Text answer
Keys returned
Count and photograph every key, card, and remote returned, then test each key in its lock.
- Unit keys Number answer keys
- Gate and mailbox keys Number answer keys
- Access cards and fobs Number answer cards
- Keys tested in their locks All working Some not working Not tested
Meter readings and bills
Photograph each meter and record the final reading. Final Meralco and water bills often arrive after move-out, so hold that amount from the deposit until they are paid.
- Meralco or electric meter Number answer kWh
- Water meter Number answer m³
- Electric and water bills paid Yes No
PMO move out clearance
Area N/AFor condos, the building admin issues a move-out clearance and gate pass once dues and utilities are settled. Mark this area N/A for houses.
- Association dues settled Yes No
- Move-out clearance issued Yes No
- Gate pass issued Yes No
Security deposit
Record any deductions with the reason for each. Wear and tear and damage already on the move-in record can't be deducted.
- Security deposit refund Full Partial Pending final bills
- Deductions and reason Text answer
Forwarding address
Record the tenant's new address for the deposit refund and final bills.
- Forwarding address Text answer
- Preferred contact Email Phone Viber Messenger
Run your Move-out on your phone
Start from this checklist in the myInspections app, work through each area, and capture photos and video as you go.
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Ditch the paper on your next inspection.
Finish the report before you get back to the car.