Washington rental inspection report template

Washington rules for this report

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• No deposit may be collected unless the rental agreement is in writing and the landlord gives the tenant, at the start of the tenancy, a written checklist or statement describing the condition and cleanliness of, or existing damage to, the premises, fixtures, equipment, appliances and furnishingsRevised Code of Washington 59.18.260 (2)
• The checklist covers at least walls, including wall paint and wallpaper; carpets and other flooring; furniture; and appliancesRevised Code of Washington 59.18.260 (2) (a) to (d)
• The checklist is signed and dated by the landlord and the tenant, the tenant gets a copy of the signed checklist, and the tenant may ask for one free replacement copyRevised Code of Washington 59.18.260 (3)
• A landlord who collects a deposit without giving a written checklist at the start of the tenancy is liable to the tenant for the amount of the deposit, and the winning side may recover court costs and reasonable attorneys' feesRevised Code of Washington 59.18.260 (5)
• Within 30 days after the rental agreement ends and the tenant moves out, the landlord gives a full and specific statement of the basis for keeping any of the deposit, with copies of estimates or invoices that support the damage charges, together with any refund dueRevised Code of Washington 59.18.280 (1) (a) and (b)
• Nothing may be withheld for wear from ordinary use, for carpet cleaning unless wear beyond ordinary use is documented, or for repairing or replacing fixtures, equipment, appliances and furnishings whose condition was not reasonably documented in the move-in checklistRevised Code of Washington 59.18.280 (1) (c)
• A landlord who misses the 30 days is liable for the full deposit, and a court may award up to twice the deposit for an intentional refusal to give the statement or refundRevised Code of Washington 59.18.280 (2)

What is in it

• Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
• Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches, Furniture (landlord's)
• KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
• BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
• BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
• Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
• Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
• Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
• Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 8, 2026. Read the full Washington rental inspection report requirements.