The Renters’ Rights Act 2025: Why Property Inspections Matter More Than Ever

With the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, landlords and letting agents face increased responsibility to maintain safe, compliant, and well-managed rental properties. One area that will become more critical than ever is property inspections.

Regular, well-documented inspections are no longer just best practice — they are fast becoming essential for regulatory compliance, insurance protection, and risk management.

Why Inspections Are Now Essential

Under the new regulatory environment, inspections play a vital role in protecting landlords, agents, and tenants alike. They help to:

• Identify unauthorised occupiers, which could change a property’s classification into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).

• Detect illegal activity, such as drug use or cannabis cultivation.

• Monitor property condition, ensuring it has not deteriorated to a level that could make the landlord liable under property condition regulations.

• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, including alarm systems, escape routes, and general tenant behaviour.

• Meet insurance requirements, as many insurers now expect routine documented inspections.

• Support possession proceedings, particularly Section 8 claims, where clear inspection records will be required as evidence.

How Often Should Inspections Be Carried Out?

The Act and associated guidance mean inspection frequency will need to be carefully managed:

• At least every six months for most properties.

• Quarterly inspections for new tenancies or tenants with previous issues.

• More frequent visits for most HMOs or high-risk properties.

Every inspection must be backed by detailed written records and photographic evidence. These records will be crucial if a landlord needs to demonstrate regulatory compliance or defend against tenant claims.

In short: if it isn’t recorded properly, it didn’t happen.

How Peach Inventory Software Makes Compliance Easy

This is where Peach Inventory Software steps in.

Peach is designed specifically for letting agents, clerks, and property managers who need to complete professional inspections quickly, accurately, and consistently.

Smarter Inspections with Report AI

With Peach’s built-in Report AI, inspections become dramatically faster and simpler:

• Snap photos during the visit — Report AI turns them into clear, structured report descriptions.

• Record voice notes as you walk around the property — the software converts speech into polished written content.

Save Up to 70% of Reporting Time

Peach can reduce reporting time by up to 70% per inspection.

That means:

• More properties inspected each day

• Less admin back at the office

• Faster report turnaround

• Stronger compliance records

• Happier landlords and tenants

Preparing for 2025 Starts Now

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is set to reshape how the private rental sector operates. Agents and landlords who invest now in robust inspection processes and digital reporting tools will be best placed to stay compliant, protect their portfolios, and operate efficiently.

With Peach Inventory Software, inspections don’t have to be stressful, time-consuming, or risky.