At Assured Rent UK we ensure all properties managed are at a high standard. We have created this checklist that we require fulfilled before letting out a property to tenants.
If properties do not meet this standard then we arrange for this to be reached.
Please ensure the following is in place:
- The property is in a good state of repair.
- The kitchen has a fire door with a closer.
- There is a fire blanket, fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detector in the property.
- Mains powered smoke alarm on each floor.
- The bathroom has a lock which can be opened from the outside.
- Each room has its own door, a view outdoors and natural ventilation.
- Kitchens and bathrooms have enclosed light fittings.
- Plumbing for the boiler is covered away.
- Each room has at least two dual sockets.
- Windows are fitted with a child lock or latch.
- Garden is in a clean state with no overgrowth.
Please ensure you do not:
- Have any exposed glass below waist height.
- Have gaps in staircase rails that could risk child safety.
- Have any electrical sockets in skirting boards.
- Have any trip hazards anywhere in the property.
- Have any blocked guttering.
- Leave any rubbish or building waste anywhere on the premises.
- Forget to have door numbers displayed and a working doorbell.
- Forget to supply all keys for windows and letter boxes (if applicable).