A balcony inspection checklist for move-in
Balconies face weather, dust and moisture, so record them separately rather than hiding them inside a living-room note. Photograph the context, describe visible conditions and mark anything you could not safely inspect. RoomLedger organizes the room and timeline; it is not a structural or safety inspection.
Photograph surfaces
Take a wide photo from the door, then close-ups of cracks, peeling, stains, damp marks, drains and walls. Add location and date. Use observations rather than conclusions about causes or responsibility. Note weather or wet conditions when they affect what you can see.
Record doors and railings
List the balcony door, lock, screen, railing, handrail and supplied accessories. Mark items not tested. Do not climb, shake a railing or dismantle anything to obtain evidence. Report a concern through the agreed channel and retain the response.
Record outdoor items
List plants, drying racks, storage, appliances or furniture supplied with the property. Separate them from your own belongings. See RoomLedger. Create distinct issue items so a missing accessory is not confused with a surface condition.
Compare later
At move-out, repeat angles where possible and note changed furniture, lighting and weather. Keep the original baseline and add a new dated record. A neutral timeline helps people discuss evidence without turning a photo into a legal conclusion.
Note: RoomLedger does not assess railing, structure, waterproofing or legal responsibility.