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  • Zip Code
  • Tenant Name

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Electricity

Electricity

  • Do all fixtures and receptacles work? (At least 2 rec/1 light per room)

  • Is there lighting in the common hallway and porches?

  • Are all receptacles, switches, electrical box properly covered?

  • Are all receptacles properly wired? No open grounds, reverse pol, or open neutral?

  • Are light/elect. fixtures securely fastened without hanging/exposed wires?

  • Do light fixtures have all functioning bulbs?

  • Do light fixtures on interior and exterior have globes or covers?

  • Is electrical service drop and entrance cable in good condition?

  • Are wire clamps and conduit installed at disposals and electric water heaters?

  • Are all receptacles, switches,smoke alarms free of paint?

  • Do junction boxes have covers and all holes properly capped?

HVAC

Heat

  • Is the fuel supply for heat system on/filled? Pilot lights lit?

  • Are all flue connections sealed and tight?

  • Are controls in place and functional?

  • Are filters clean and in place?

  • Are all electrical/fuel connections secure?

  • Are registers functional and secured to walls/ceiling/floor?

  • Is heat available and adequate in all habitable rooms? (Min 68ยบ)

  • Do radiators and boilers function with no leaks?

A/C

  • Is central A/C functioning as designed?

  • Is wire protector installed on the exterior disconnect box or is box sealed?

Plumbing

  • At sink, is there hot and cold running water, clear and proper drainage and no leaks?

Bathroom

  • Is the toilet seat fastened securely to the floor?

  • At sink, is there hot and cold running water, clear and proper drainage and no leaks?

  • Does the toilet flush and flaps seal properly?

  • At tub/shower, is there hot and cold running water, clear and proper drainage and no leaks?

  • Is bathroom vented with either an exterior window or ducted exhaust fan?

Kitchen

  • At sink, is there hot and cold running water, clear and proper drainage and no leaks?

  • At gas stove, is there a hand-operated gas shut off valve?

Other

  • Does water heater function?

  • Is there a full-sized drain line (3/4 inch) on the TPR valve and is it constructed of appropriate material? (No PVC plastic)

  • Do radiators and boilers function with no leaks?

Interior of Unit

Wall/Ceiling

  • Is there a barrier/protection around gas-fired water heaters located in areas where safety hazzards may exist? This may include kitchen or hallway.

  • Are walls and ceiling free of air and moisture leaks, loose material, large holes and cracks?

Floors and Flooring

  • Are floors free of weak spots or missing floorboards?

  • Are floors free of tripping hazzards from loose flooring or covering?

Cabinetry & Interior Doors

  • Are cabinets securely fastened to walls or ceilings?

  • Is there space for food preparation and storage?

  • Are all doors securely hung and all drawers in place?

Security

  • Are all doors free of double keyed locks?

  • Do door and window locks have all screws and striker/latch/connector plates?

  • Is there free and clear access to all exits?

  • Are entrances and exit doors solid-core?

  • Do first floor windows and those opening to a stairway, fire escape or landing have functional locks?

Health & Safety

  • Is there a functioning smoke alarm on each level of unit, including basement? Is smoke alarm located at the hallway leading to the bedroom(s)?

  • Are smoke alarms that are installed on walls at least 4 inches and not more than 12 inches from ceiling? Are smoke alarms installed on ceilings at least 4 inches from the wall?

  • Is a CO detector located on each level of the unit that has gas-fired appliances, fireplace or attached garage?

  • Is the unit free of any evidence of insect or rodent infestation?

  • Is the unit free of any evidence of mold and mildew?

Appliances

  • Do all burners function with normal user controls?

  • Is seal/gasket at oven door in place and functional?

  • Does refrigerator/freezer cool properly? Is it large enough for family size?

  • Are refrigerator and freezer door seals/gaskets complete?

Exterior of Unit

Windows

  • Is there at least one functional exterior window in each bedroom and living room?

  • Do windows open, hold open and lock properly?

  • Are there any cracked or broken window panes?

Other

  • Are gutters firmly attached and have downspouts?

  • Are exterior surfaces in good condition and will prevent moisture and vermin intrusion?

  • Is chimney secure? Is flue tightly sealed with no gaps?

  • Is foundation sound and sealed from exterior?

  • Are openings around doors and windows weather-tight?

  • Are all handrails properly secured?

  • Is a handrail present when there are 4 or more consecutive steps?

Common Areas

Stairways: Interior and Exterior

  • Is a guardrail present when there is a drop off of 30 inches or more at a landing, deck or stair?

  • Are stairways free of any loose, brokenor missing steps?

  • Are stairways free of any tripping hazzards?

  • Are there proper exit signs?

  • Is unit free of debris inside and outside?

  • Are there covered receptacles for disposal of waste?

General

  • Is unit clean and ready for move-in?

  • Is unit vacant? Unless leasing family is already in place.

  • INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR of units rented to families with children under the age of 6: is unit free of any chipping, peeling, flaking, chalking or cracking painted surfaces to include windows, window wells, door frames, walls, ceilings, porches, garages, fences or play equipment?

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