Move-Out Cleaning & Inspection Checklist
A free printable checklist for tenants and landlords. Walk the unit together, tick each item, and avoid deposit disputes. No upload, no account.
Printable now, no account and no uploadA documented move-out inspection is the single best way to prevent deposit arguments. Walk the unit with this list, note the condition of each item, and both sign the bottom. Tenants should photograph everything and keep the dated record. Use the buttons to print or copy the checked items.
Tenant view
Cleaning
Utilities & keys
Landlord view
Damage & condition
Accounting
Why a joint walkthrough matters
Most deposit disputes come down to one question: what was the unit's condition when the tenant left? A signed checklist answered by both sides removes the guesswork. Many states require the landlord to send an itemized accounting within a set number of days (see the by-state guide for your deadline), and a tenant who supplied a forwarding address and photos is in a much stronger position if a deduction is challenged.
FAQ
Should the landlord attend the walkthrough?
Ideally yes — a joint walkthrough lets both sides agree on condition before the tenant leaves. If the landlord cannot attend, the tenant should document everything with dated photos and a signed self-checklist.
What if the landlord withholds the deposit?
Check your state's return deadline in the by-state guide. If the deadline passes without an itemized accounting, many states let the tenant recover damages. Keep your photos and forwarding address as evidence.
Where does my data go?
Nowhere. The checklist runs entirely in your browser. We do not upload or store anything.
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Not legal advice. This checklist is a documentation aid. Deposit deadlines and procedures vary by state — verify against the current statute or a licensed attorney.