Landlord Property Inspection Checklist
The water, pump and plumbing checks that protect your Lagos rental, support fair deposit decisions and stop small faults becoming big ones.
This guide covers services we actually offer in Lagos. It separates cleaning and visual checks from specialist diagnosis, explains where a site assessment is needed, and links technical references where they materially support the advice. It is general maintenance guidance, not an engineering or water-safety certificate.
The short answer
For landlords, the systems that cause the biggest headaches are water, pumps and plumbing. A consistent inspection: ideally between tenancies and on a regular cycle: catches problems early, supports fair deposit decisions, and keeps tenants from sitting on faults until they're severe.
The landlord inspection checklist
- Water tank condition, level and a sealing cover
- Tank cleaning status: overdue or due soon?
- Pump operation, noise and steady pressure
- Float valve and overflow working correctly
- No leaks at taps, joints, toilets or visible pipework
- Water heaters / showers functioning
- Solar panels cleaned and visually checked (if fitted)
- Repairs listed: do-now vs separate quote
- Photo record kept per property
The inspection routine
Inspect water storage
Check tank condition, water level and the cover seal; note if cleaning is overdue.
Test pump & pressure
Confirm the pump runs correctly and delivers steady pressure to the unit.
Check plumbing & fixtures
Look for leaks, running toilets, weak taps and damp patches that signal hidden problems.
Review solar (if fitted)
Clean panels and do a visual check; escalate any technical fault to a specialist.
Note repairs & quotes
List what needs fixing now versus what needs a separate repair quote.
Document with photos
Keep a photo record per property for your files and tenant communication.
Our estate & facility maintenance runs this across all your units on a schedule, with one contact and documented reports.
Helpful Guides & Pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Water storage and tank condition, pump and pressure, plumbing and fixtures for leaks, solar panels if fitted, and a documented list of repairs: all with photos.
Between every tenancy at minimum, plus a routine cycle (e.g. quarterly) for the water and pump systems that fail most.
Yes. Estate & facility maintenance covers multiple units on a schedule with one contact and photo reports.
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