"Compiling an inventory and schedule of condition is a skill and should be carried out by someone qualified to do so. The inventory is an important document and one that may need to be relied upon as evidence in the event of a dispute.

The inventory is not just a list of items placed in or on the premises; a proper inventory will include a schedule of condition of the property itself as well as the fixtures, fittings and contents. A professionally qualified inventory provider will also be deemed to be impartial and will note the property in the condition in which it is found both at the start and end of the tenancy" Association of Professional Inventory Providers: website 2008.

The Smartlet Clerk will attend the property as instructed and will compile a detailed Inventory including Schedule of Condition, providing an accurate record of each room and all contents including full decoration, fixtures and fittings. Front and rear gardens/balconies and out-houses/garages will be included.

Ideally this should be booked for approximately 48 hours before the start of the tenancy, allowing for the completion of all works, decoration, cleaning etc before the Clerk attends.

Each area /room is individually photographed using dated digital photography. Additional photographs are taken where required of areas which may assist in interpretation of the final report.

Furniture, where applicable, will be checked for compliance with The Fire & Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1993.

The Inventory will include:

• Meter readings, serial numbers and positions
• Location/type and (where possible) testing of smoke detectors
• Any keys and instruction manuals present in the property

The final report will be produced within 24 hours and available via your website account. You may access this account at any time to print copies of the report at no additional cost.