Flat Handover – Checklist for Moving In & Out

01

Preparation & Documents

3 Punkte

Have the handover protocol / inventory report ready in duplicate (for tenant and landlord)Keep your smartphone or camera ready for evidence photos (take them in daylight!)Bring the old tenancy agreement to check agreed repair clauses (e.g. swept clean or repainted)

02

Meter Readings (Crucial!)

4 Punkte

Read the electricity meter and note down the exact meter numberRead the water meters (hot and cold) in the bathroom, kitchen, and communal laundry roomRead the gas meter (if the property has a gas boiler)Record the readings on the radiators (evaporation tubes or digital heat meters)

03

Documenting Damages & Defects

5 Punkte

Check floors (parquet, laminate, tiles) for deep scratches, water stains, or cracked tilesInspect walls and ceilings for mould, stains, cracks, or poorly executed paint jobsTest all windows and doors (do they open, close, and lock smoothly?)Test the functionality of all roller shutters or blinds in every roomCheck all plug sockets and light switches to ensure they are secure and working (no loose wires!)

04

Bathroom & Kitchen

5 Punkte

Test the water pressure on all taps and check that the water drains away easilyInspect all silicone sealant around the shower, bath, and sinks for mould or cracksTest the toilet flush for leaks and check if water constantly trickles into the bowlCheck tiles and ceramics (sink, toilet bowl) for cracks or chipsFitted kitchens: briefly test the hob, oven, fridge, and dishwasher

05

Additional Rooms & Key Handover