Rental Property Inspections
Photo-documented 9-month inspections that catch issues early, verify lease compliance, and protect your investment year after year.
Eyes on Your Property When You Can't Be There
When you hand the keys to a tenant, you're trusting them to maintain your property in good condition. Most do — but without periodic verification, small problems grow undetected. A small roof leak drips into insulation for months before a ceiling stain appears. An HVAC filter goes unchanged for two years, wearing out the system ahead of its lifespan. Unauthorized pets go unnoticed for an entire lease term.
VPMG's 9-month inspections verify what is actually happening inside your property. They protect your investment, confirm lease compliance, and build a dated photographic record that becomes critical if security deposit disputes arise at move-out. For what a thorough walkthrough involves, see our guide to conducting a tenant inspection.
Every inspection report — with photos — is delivered to your Rentvine owner portal so you can see the current condition of your property without having to be present.
Get Started Today →Inspections at a Glance
Every room, system, and surface — inside and out.
Dated photos of every area, delivered to your owner portal immediately after inspection.
Immediate action, 30–90 day items, and a watch list for budget planning.
Confirms occupancy, pets, and lease terms are being respected.
Washington State law complied with on every scheduled inspection.
View the full report with photos through your Rentvine portal on any device.
A Comprehensive Look at Every Corner
Advance Notice to Tenant
Washington State law (RCW 59.18.150) requires at least two days' written notice before entering a rental unit for a non-emergency inspection. VPMG provides written notice to every tenant specifying the date, time window, and purpose — fully documented every time.
Interior Inspection
We walk every room, closet, and hallway — evaluating walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, smoke and CO detectors, signs of moisture or mold, and evidence of pest activity. Kitchen appliances, bathroom fixtures, and HVAC components are all assessed.
Exterior Inspection
Roof condition (visible from ground), gutters, downspouts, siding, foundation, driveway, fencing, landscaping, garage doors, and outbuildings — everything affecting the property's value, curb appeal, and structural integrity is evaluated and noted.
Lease Compliance Check
We verify that occupancy matches the lease, no unauthorized pets are present, and no evidence of prohibited activities exists. Any violation discovered during inspection is addressed promptly through written notice to the tenant — documented and followed up.
Photo Documentation
Every room and every noted condition is photographed. A photo taken months before move-out showing no pre-existing damage is far more compelling evidence than one taken after the tenant leaves. Mid-tenancy photos fill a critical gap in your documentation timeline.
Written Report & Recommendations
After every inspection, you receive a written report with photos and tiered repair recommendations — issues requiring immediate action, items to address within 30–90 days, and a watch list for items showing early wear. Plan and budget proactively instead of reacting to failures.
Tiered Repair Recommendations
VPMG doesn't just report problems — we help you understand their urgency and prioritize your response. Every maintenance concern is categorized into one of three tiers:
Issues affecting habitability, safety, or structural integrity. These are addressed promptly regardless of cost.
Items that are deteriorating and will become more expensive if deferred — a minor roof issue, a failing caulk seal, a slow drain suggesting a developing clog.
Functioning but showing wear — an aging water heater, worn carpet, or HVAC system approaching end of useful life. Budget for replacement within 1–2 years.
This approach lets you plan and budget intelligently. Proactive maintenance consistently costs less than emergency repairs — and keeps tenants satisfied, which supports retention. Habitability issues are never optional — our overview of Washington habitability laws explains what the law requires.
Legal Compliance & Tenant Notice
Washington State's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18.150) requires landlords to provide at least two days' advance written notice before entering a rental unit for a non-emergency inspection. VPMG complies fully with this requirement on every inspection we conduct.
We provide written notice to tenants in advance of every scheduled inspection, specifying the date, approximate time window, and purpose. Tenants are not required to be present, but they are informed. Our documented notice process ensures you are always in legal compliance.
Failure to provide proper notice can expose landlords to legal liability under Washington law. With VPMG, you never have to worry about this — it's built into our process every time. Learn more about when a landlord can enter a rental property in Washington.
Get Started Today →Frequently Asked Questions
VPMG conducts a documented inspection at the 9-month mark of the tenancy — a full interior and exterior walkthrough with dated photos of every area. Combined with move-in and move-out documentation, this builds a condition record that spans the entire tenancy.
Yes. Washington State law (RCW 59.18.150) requires at least two days' written notice before entering a rental unit for a non-emergency inspection. VPMG provides written notice to every tenant specifying the date, approximate time window, and purpose — fully documented every time.
Everything: walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, smoke and CO detectors, signs of moisture or mold, pest activity, kitchen appliances, bathroom fixtures, and HVAC components inside — plus roof, gutters, siding, foundation, and landscaping outside. We also verify lease compliance: occupancy matches the lease and no unauthorized pets are present.
A written report with photos, delivered to your Rentvine owner portal, plus tiered repair recommendations — issues requiring immediate action, items to address within 30–90 days, and a watch list for items showing early wear — so you can plan and budget proactively.
No. Periodic inspections are included in VPMG's management service — there is no per-visit inspection fee, while many companies charge $75–$150 per visit.