What is an inventory?
An inventory is simply a listing of all the contents and decorations of a property.

Who makes the inventory?
We will draw up the inventory of your property. We have specialist members of staff who are highly experienced in inventories. The inventory will be prepared prior to the first tenancy. When the tenant signs the agreement they are given a copy of the inventory. Please note; charges relating to Inventories are at the discretion of management.

Who checks the inventory at the end of the tenancy?
It is vital that the inventory is checked prior to the deposit being returned to the tenant. This is usually undertaken by our inventory assistant who made the original inventory once the tenant has moved out of the premises. This ensures fairness and consistency. We advise that the Landlord does not enter the property until this check has been made, as this will invalidate any claim the Landlord may have over any damage caused by the tenant. Abacus Letting will not release the deposit to a tenant until both the landlord and we are satisfied that the inventory is correct. Should there be any defects to this inventory, they will be rectified and monies withheld from the tenants deposit.

My property is unfurnished. Do I need an inventory?
Even though your property may be unfurnished, it is still vital to have a detailed inventory. Our inventories include a description of the condition of items such as carpets, walls and floors.  It is quite common for unfurnished properties to also include curtains and some kitchen equipment.

If I let my property furnished what do I need?
We have included below, a guide to the minimum practical requirements for a furnished property.

Items required for furnished property

Lounge/Dining room
Three piece suite and equivalent Coffee Table
Shelving space Dining Table Four Chairs
Sideboards or shelving (optional)

Kitchen
Cooker
Fridge freezer
Washing machine Dinner set (proportionate to property size) Tea set Cutlery
Small Medium and Large Saucepans, Frying pan
Baking trays
Casserole dishes
Utensils i.e. Masher Ladle, fish slice etc. Vacuum cleaner, Kettle
Ironing board, Iron

Bedroom 
Double bed, Bedside’s, double wardrobe, Chest of drawers.

Mandatory
Carpets, curtains and light fittings

Inspections
Property inspections are carried out at regular intervals throughout the period of the tenancy. These are to ensure that the tenants are conducting their tenancy in a proper manner and also to make sure that the property is in good order. We also look for any maintenance problems that can be resolved quickly before they become overly complicated and expensive. The tenancy agreement states that we have the right to visit the property at times suitable to the tenant, provided that notice has been given. If you want to visit the property yourself during the tenancy, we can make the required arrangements, but again, prior notice must be given to the tenant.