Every deposit discussion, damage question and end-of-tenancy disagreement comes back to one thing: what was documented at the start. A proper move-in inspection is cheap insurance; skipping it is expensive optimism.
What a proper inspection captures
- Room-by-room condition — walls, floors, fixtures, appliances
- Existing wear, photographed and noted
- Meter and utility details where applicable
- Keys, fobs and access items handed over
- Signatures from both sides, filed with the lease
At move-out
The same checklist, walked again against the original record. Normal wear is expected and fair; damage beyond it is documented with photos. The comparison — not anyone's memory — settles the conversation. Our move-in and move-out coordination includes this documentation as standard.
This information is provided for general purposes and is not legal advice. Ontario rental rules may change. Consult the appropriate professional or official government source for advice about a specific situation.