{"id":12055,"date":"2021-10-20T10:32:14","date_gmt":"2021-10-20T17:32:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=12055"},"modified":"2022-05-31T16:28:50","modified_gmt":"2022-05-31T23:28:50","slug":"property-inspection-frequency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/property-inspection-frequency\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Can a Landlord Inspect a Property?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/property-inspection-frequency\/how-often-can-a-landlord-inspect-a-property-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15865 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/How-Often-Can-a-Landlord-Inspect-a-Property-1.jpg\" alt=\"how often can a landlord come over\" width=\"950\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/How-Often-Can-a-Landlord-Inspect-a-Property-1.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/How-Often-Can-a-Landlord-Inspect-a-Property-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/How-Often-Can-a-Landlord-Inspect-a-Property-1-600x352.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/How-Often-Can-a-Landlord-Inspect-a-Property-1-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a fine line between being a concerned landlord and a nosy intruder. How often <em>can<\/em> a landlord inspect a property? Unfortunately, there isn&#8217;t a set number. Property inspection frequency all comes down to three elements: rental inspection purpose, landlord professionalism, and tenant privacy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Rental Inspection Purpose<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary purposes to inspect a property would fall under two categories: protecting the property investment and ensuring resident health and safety. With a focus on these two important elements, inspections fall under these subcategories:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customary inspections<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move in inspection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move out inspection (which may include a pre-move-out inspection)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance and safety<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine home inspections (yearly, seasonally, or quarterly)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety inspection (smoke alarms, check\/fill fire extinguishers)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pest control and infestations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There may be other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/chart-notice-requirements-enter-rental-29033.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reasons a landlord may enter a property<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for non-inspection purposes such as snow removal, repair of a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/tankless-water-heaters\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">broken water heater <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or plumbing issue, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/disaster-preparedness-for-rental-properties\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">natural disaster<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or an extended tenant absence. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just as there are state laws regarding the amount of notification before entering a property or home for an inspection, check your state regulations and statutes for notification requirements for non-inspection scenarios as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Professionalism\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Friendliness is a core competency in property management but even your closest friends may not appreciate a visit unannounced. Tenants, no matter how friendly or close the relationship, should always be treated with the utmost professionalism; especially when it comes to inspections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adhere to a code of professionalism in regards to home inspection frequency. Include provisions in the lease for inspection timing and notification. When welcoming your new resident and signing the lease, be sure to discuss property inspection frequency and the types of inspections scheduled.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abide by the lease and state regulations at all times. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/notice-requirements-landlords\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give ample notification<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, more than required if possible. Some states have no statute on the amount of notification and others require up to 48 hours. Typically the average <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/landlords-right-of-entry\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amount of time required for landlord\u2019s to enter a property<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a non-emergency reason is a 24 hour notice.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With care, concern, and empathy see inspections from the perspective of the resident. Then, be prepared to inspect, document, and discuss concerns in a professional manner. Follow up in writing, note the positive, build report and relationship<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Privacy and Quiet Enjoyment<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residents understand that although they are at home in your house, the house does not belong to them and therefore have an obligation to allow you, their landlord, access. They can not simply refuse entry nor change locks without permission (and\/or offering the landlord a copy of the new keys).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But that\u2019s only one side of the equation. There is a covenant between the tenant and landlord that the tenant will be allowed privacy and an implied warranty of quiet enjoyment. Landlords can break that covenant by unduly disturbing the renter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the day-to-day business of the rental industry, it\u2019s easy to lose focus on the people when attempting to maximize and protect a property investment. In that, landlords and property managers can oft forget that included in a rental payment is the tenants\u2019 right to privacy and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/implied-warranty-of-quiet-enjoyment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quiet enjoyment of the home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some tenants may feel multiple inspections are excessive. But how often can a landlord inspect a property before it becomes excessive? Excessive is in the eye of the beholder. If you\u2019ve received a move-out notice and need to show the unit to a potential renter, perhaps daily showings might be a bit much.\u00a0 But a few times a week is reasonable. The key here is to be mindful of the tenants\u2019 right to quiet enjoyment of the home and freedom from harassment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do state and local laws apply but social decorum and the golden rule might be well to be remembered: Do to others as you\u2019d have them do to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Can a Landlord Do That?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following questions present scenarios for whether or not a landlord can legally enter a rental property.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a landlord conduct a drive-by inspection (by walking, car, bicycle) as often as they like?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a landlord can conduct drive-by inspections as often as they like as long as they are not harassing or disturbing the residents.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Can a landlord conduct random property inspections?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>No, a landlord cannot conduct random property inspections without giving proper notice.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a landlord schedule multiple inspections a year?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a landlord can schedule multiple inspections each year, including quarterly, semi-annually, seasonally, or annually.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><em>Can a landlord &#8220;pop by&#8221; without notice?<\/em><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, unless specifically allowed by state regulation for circumstances such as an emergency, a landlord may not \u2018pop by\u2019 without notice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a landlord enter a property in an emergency? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, most state laws allow a landlord to enter a property without notice in order to address an emergency.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Can a landlord conduct excessive property inspections outside the provisions of the law?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>No, a landlord may not conduct excessive inspections unless legally allowed by federal, state, and local regulations.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Can a Tenant Do That?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following questions provide answers to situations that relate to tenants&#8217; rights in regard to rental property inspections.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a tenant speak to the housing authority and legal council to confirm the terms of the lease agreement and verify state and local regulations regarding property inspections and landlord entry?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a tenant is allowed to work with their local housing authority and seek legal council to confirm their housing rights and the legality of their rental lease, including property inspections and landlord entry.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Can a tenant change the locks without either permission or giving a key to the new lock to their landlords?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>No, it is illegal for a tenant to change the locks without permission from the landlord or property manager.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a tenant go on an extended absence (travel, hospitalization, etc.)? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a tenant may go on an extended absence but may be required to inform their landlord and allow landlord access if applicable by state\/local statutes.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a tenant refuse entry to a landlord that has given the appropriate notification?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>No, a tenant cannot refuse entry to a landlord that has followed the legal requirements to provide the appropriate notification.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><em>Can a tenant refuse entry to a landlord that has not given appropriate notification?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a tenant may refuse entry to a landlord that has not given appropriate notification, except in the case of an emergency as outlined by state and local laws.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Can a tenant that requested maintenance or repair then refuse entry if the landlord complies with state notification regulations?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>No, a tenant must allow landlord entry for requested maintenance and repairs as long as the landlord complies with notification regulations.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Inspection Wrap-Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check with your state and local regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document inspection provisions in the lease or rental agreement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abide by those terms with proper notification.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember the purpose of the visit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider using a property management software that integrates with an inspection app to raise the level of inspection efficiency and professionalism.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep interactions with residents appropriately friendly with a professional demeanor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be the resource that makes a house a home by providing a safe and well-maintained property for your residence.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The question then isn&#8217;t how often can a landlord inspect a property, but rather how does a landlord go about conducting appropriate inspections within regulations to the benefit of both parties.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>RELATED READING FOR YOU:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/landlords-right-of-entry\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Laws: Landlord\u2019s Right of Entry<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/winter-weather-maintenance-tips-remind-renters\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter Maintenance Tips to Remind Your Renters<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/landlord-harassment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Your Landlord Harassing You?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is a fine line between being a concerned landlord and a nosy intruder. 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