Routine inspection checklist for SG rental properties

Check the front door operates smoothly and locks securely. Note the condition of the doorbell and entry lighting.

• Front door No issues Requires attention
• Lock and hardware No issues Requires attention
• Doorbell No issues Requires attention N/A
• Lighting No issues Requires attention

Check walls, doors and floor coverings along the hallway. Note any marks, scuffs or trip hazards.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention N/A
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention

Check walls, doors, windows and heating. Test that all lights and power points work.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention N/A
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Air-conditioning No issues Requires attention N/A

Test all appliances, taps and lights. Check cupboards open and close properly and note any damage to benches or surfaces.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention N/A
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention N/A
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Cabinets No issues Requires attention
• Sink and countertop No issues Requires attention
• Hob and cooker hood No issues Requires attention N/A
• Refrigerator No issues Requires attention N/A
• Exhaust fan No issues Requires attention N/A

Test taps, shower pressure and toilet flush. Check for leaks, mould or damage to fittings.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention N/A
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Mirror and cabinet No issues Requires attention
• Bath No issues Requires attention N/A
• Shower No issues Requires attention N/A
• Wash basin No issues Requires attention
• Toilet No issues Requires attention
• Exhaust fan No issues Requires attention N/A

Test the washing machine and check the service yard sink for damage or leaks.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention N/A
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Washing machine No issues Requires attention N/A
• Service yard sink No issues Requires attention N/A

Check walls, doors, windows and the ensuite. Note the condition of built-in wardrobes.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Wardrobe No issues Requires attention N/A

Check walls, doors, windows and wardrobes.

• Walls No issues Requires attention
• Doors No issues Requires attention
• Lights and power points No issues Requires attention
• Floors and floor coverings No issues Requires attention
• Windows No issues Requires attention
• Curtains and blinds No issues Requires attention N/A
• Wardrobe No issues Requires attention N/A

Check the refuse chute, bins and door locks, and look over ceilings and walls for water staining.

• Refuse chute and bins No issues Requires attention
• Locks No issues Requires attention

Check the balcony floor, railing and drainage.

• Floor tiles and grouting No issues Requires attention
• Railing secure No issues Requires attention
• Drainage outlet clear No issues Requires attention
• Sliding door and lock No issues Requires attention
• No water pooling No issues Requires attention

Check the bay window ledge and any planter box for cracks or water staining.

• Bay window ledge and surface No issues Requires attention
• Sealant and grouting No issues Requires attention
• Planter box drainage No issues Requires attention N/A
• No water staining No issues Requires attention

Run the hot water and check under every sink for leaks.

• Storage or instant water heater No issues Requires attention
• Isolation valve No issues Requires attention
• Water pressure No issues Requires attention
• No leaks under sinks or basins No issues Requires attention
• Floor traps and drainage No issues Requires attention
• Toilet flush and cistern No issues Requires attention

Test the earth leakage breaker and check every circuit is labelled.

• RCCB trip test No issues Requires attention
• MCBs labelled No issues Requires attention
• No tripped or taped-over breakers No issues Requires attention
• DB box cover secure No issues Requires attention

Home Fire Alarm Devices are required in new and renovated homes. Test the unit and note the battery condition.

• Home Fire Alarm Device installed No issues Requires attention
• Test button sounds the alarm No issues Requires attention
• Battery in good condition No issues Requires attention

Check ceilings, wardrobe backs and skirtings for mould, and look for any sign of termites or infestation.

• No mould on ceilings or walls No issues Requires attention
• No mould behind or inside wardrobes No issues Requires attention
• No signs of termites No issues Requires attention
• No cockroach or ant activity No issues Requires attention
• No water staining from units above No issues Requires attention

Record gas, electricity and water meter readings at the time of inspection. Leave a reading blank if the property has no such meter.

• Gas meter reading Number answer
• Electricity meter reading Number answer
• Water meter reading Number answer

Record the condition of each unit and the date it was last serviced.

• Each fan coil unit cools properly No issues Requires attention
• No water dripping or leaking from any unit No issues Requires attention
• Filters clean No issues Requires attention
• Condenser unit and pipework No issues Requires attention
• Remote controls present and working No issues Requires attention
• Last servicing date Text answer

The shelter door, frame and ventilation openings must not be altered, painted over or drilled into. Record their condition.

• Shelter door and frame undamaged No issues Requires attention
• Rubber seal intact No issues Requires attention
• Ventilation plate and sleeves present No issues Requires attention
• No drilling, nails or hooks in the shelter walls or door No issues Requires attention
• Door closes and seals properly No issues Requires attention
• Shelter free of damp or water staining No issues Requires attention

Casement windows must be checked for corroded hinges and missing safety bolts. Check every grille latches securely.

• Casement window bolts and safety devices in place No issues Requires attention
• Hinges free of rust or corrosion No issues Requires attention
• Window grilles secure and latching No issues Requires attention
• No missing or loose screws No issues Requires attention
• Sliding windows run smoothly No issues Requires attention
• Window locks working No issues Requires attention