I always check at least once a year:
(1) Smoke alarms
(2) Fire extinguishers
(3) Roof (usually just send someone in to the attic)
(4) Windows and doors for leaks;
(5) Underneath sinks for leaks (in case you haven't notice I'm terrified of water)
(6) Exposed wiring of any kind
(7) Any type of repair that needs fixing (I just give my handy man free reign)
(8) HVAC (separate HVAC guy comes through and inspects and services)
(9) If there's something unique to the house (e.g. railing), I have him check to make sure it's safe and secure.
I always check at least once a year:
(1) Smoke alarms
(2) Fire extinguishers
(3) Roof (usually just send someone in to the attic)
(4) Windows and doors for leaks;
(5) Underneath sinks for leaks (in case you haven't notice I'm terrified of water)
(6) Exposed wiring of any kind
(7) Any type of repair that needs fixing (I just give my handy man free reign)
(8) HVAC (separate HVAC guy comes through and inspects and services)
(9) If there's something unique to the house (e.g. railing), I have him check to make sure it's safe and secure.
Ahhh my favorite thing the rental inspections. Somethings I've been hit with from municipal or insurance inspectors:
- Smoke Detectors are #1, make sure they work, don't have anymore than needed.
- Outside lights burnt out
- Stoves that don't light but always light no problem when I'm there
- Missing screens, that tenants have destroyed and then throw the frame away to hide it
- Top pane on double hung window drops when unlocked
- Insufficient heat in a room, that's a fun one
In our parks;
- Rise of more than 1" in sidewalk squares
- Not having vehicle stops in front of gas meters
- Vehicle set back from homes
- Pedestals not secure
These are just some that come to mind but there is a laundry list more. It all matters on who the inspecter is and how they are feeling that day.