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Short Term Rental Inspection Checklist

This checklist focuses on steps to rou3nely inspect the quality and safety of a vaca3on rental property, and does not offer guidance and best practices for maintaining ameni3es such as barbecues, pools, hot tubs, or other ameni3es frequently included in vaca3on rentals.
MaintainX
07/19/2022

Short Term Rental Inspection Checklist

This checklist focuses on steps to rou3nely inspect the quality and safety of a vaca3on rental property, and does not offer guidance and best practices for maintaining ameni3es such as barbecues, pools, hot tubs, or other ameni3es frequently included in vaca3on rentals.

    Preparation

    Make sure to thoroughly clean your hands

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    Make sure to wear disposable gloves on both hands throughout the inspec7on

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    Record the 7me/date started and stopped for 7me of work

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    • Fail

    General

    Confirm all lights are working correctly

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    Make sure all windows are locked and func7oning correctly

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    Confirm all clocks are displaying the correct 7me

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    Does the WiFi work and display the network & password?

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    Set the thermostat to cool in the summer and heat in the winter

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    Make sure there is a first aid kit

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    Make sure there is a fire ex7nguisher

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    Kitchen

    Check countertops, surfaces, and floor for cleanliness

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    Check under kitchen sink for CDC-approved cleaning supplies

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    Make sure the garbage disposal is working, and check for leDover debris and smell

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    Confirm trash has been empFed and a new bag is in the can

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    Make sure all kitchen supplies have been replaced with new products

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    Make sure the dishwasher is clean and empty

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    Confirm the refrigerator and freezer are clean and empty

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    Check the oven for cleanliness

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    Are all small appliances clean and opera:onal?

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    Check windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Living Room

    Ensure the furniture has been cleaned and is guest-ready

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    Ensure floors and carpets are spotless

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    Check sleeper sofa

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    Ensure TV and other associated electronics have been wiped down

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    • Fail

    Check that windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Is the ceiling fan operable?

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    Is the fireplace working correctly?

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    Dining Room

    Have all surfaces been wiped down?

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    Ensure the dining table is clean

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    Are the floors and carpets spotless?

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    Check that windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Bedrooms

    Check the dressers and closet for any personal belongings left behind

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    Have lamp bases & shades, fans and light fixtures been dusted?

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    Make sure each bed is clean and guest-ready

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    Ensure TV and other associated electronics have been wiped down

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    Check that windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Open the curtains for incoming guests

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    Is the ceiling fan funcNoning correctly?

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    Have the floors/carpets been cleaned?

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    Are mirrors and picture frames free of streaks, spots and fingerprints?

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    Bathrooms

    Ensure the floor and all surfaces have been cleaned and sani5zed

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    Make sure the faucet is working correctly and there are no leaks

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    Ensure the bathtub and shower are spotless

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    Ensure the toilet is clean

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    Have toiletries and towels been restocked (e.g. shampoo, condi5oner, soap, lo5on)?

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    Check that windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Check that the trash is empty and a new bag is in the trash can

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    Laundry Room

    Check the washer for cleanliness

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    Is there a starter set of detergent for guests?

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    Check that the dryer is clean and empty

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    Ensure that the floor has been swept and mopped

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    Check that the windows, windowsills, blinds, cranks and levers are all clean

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    Check that the trash has been empAed, and there is a new bag in the trash can

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    Exterior

    Are all doors locked and working correctly?

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    Make sure outdoor furniture is clean and organized

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    Ensure the garage is clean and accessible

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    Walk the perimeter of the property and check for any debris

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    Make sure exterior lights are working

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    • Fail
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