Inside the property
Check water pressure, leaks, mould, appliances, heating and cooling, door and window locks, smoke alarms, power points, phone reception, and signs of pests or damage.
Inspection checklist
Rental inspection checklist
Quick answer
At inspection, check identity and access, locks, water, power, heating/cooling, mould, pests, appliances, windows, noise, phone reception, transport, bills, and the condition report process.
This checklist gives renters a repeatable way to inspect without rushing.
Sources listed below. Updated: 25 April 2026.
Outside the property
Check street lighting, transport routes, bins, parking, building access, shared areas, noise, and whether the suburb works for your daily routine.
Quick answers
Should I take photos during a rental inspection?
Ask permission if needed, then save photos and notes for your own records. After moving in, the condition report process is especially important.
Does Suburb replace official government advice?
No. Suburb organises practical context and links to official sources for visa, tenancy, fuel, safety, education, and statistics decisions.