Request a Pre-Move-Out Inspection (Template)

Not all states require a pre-inspection, and rules vary. If it’s offered (or you can request it), it helps you fix easy items and document what the landlord claims is needed.

For your own documentation, use the move-in checklist and take a complete photo set at move-out (guide: photo checklist).

Copy/paste template

Subject: Request for Pre-Move-Out Inspection / Walkthrough — [RENTAL ADDRESS]

Date: [DATE]

To: [LANDLORD / PROPERTY MANAGER NAME]
[LANDLORD ADDRESS OR EMAIL]

Hello [LANDLORD NAME],

I plan to move out of [RENTAL ADDRESS] on [MOVE-OUT DATE]. I am requesting a pre-move-out inspection / walkthrough so I can understand any issues that may affect my security deposit and address them before move-out where possible.

Please provide:
1) Available dates/times for the inspection during the next [7–14] days, and
2) Any written checklist or standards you use for move-out condition.

Thank you,

[YOUR FULL NAME]
[PHONE NUMBER — optional]
[EMAIL — optional]