Inventories for Gardens: Why Outdoor Areas Shouldn’t Be Overlooked
- Property Inventory Co.
- Sep 29
- 1 min read
When landlords and agents think about inventories, the focus is usually on the inside of a property. But as clerks, we know gardens, patios, and outdoor spaces are just as important to record.
Why Garden Inventories Matter
Disputes often arise outdoors – Missing bins, broken fences, damaged decking, or overgrown lawns can all cause friction at check-out.
Seasonal changes – A neat lawn in summer might look very different in winter. Without dated photographic evidence, it’s hard to prove responsibility.
High-value items – Garden furniture, sheds, greenhouses, and even BBQs are often included in tenancies and need documenting.
What We Record at TPIC
Our clerks carefully note:
Condition of fences, gates, and walls
Lawns, borders, and planting beds
Paving, patios, decking, and driveways
Outbuildings, sheds, and garages
Landlord-supplied garden tools or furniture
Why This Protects Landlords & Tenants
If a tenant moves out and the garden has been neglected, the landlord has clear evidence to support a claim. Equally, if the garden deteriorated due to bad weather rather than tenant neglect, tenants are protected from unfair charges.
Takeaway: A property’s exterior is just as valuable as its interior. A thorough garden inventory prevents disputes and protects both sides.
Book your professional inventory / check in / check out report today with The Property Inventory Company.
Call 01435 508118 / 07428 821141 or email contact@propertyinventoryco.co.uk.
We cover Eastbourne, Tunbridge Wells, Heathfield, Hailsham, Hastings, Bexhill, Crowborough, Lewes, Brighton and all areas in between across East Sussex and Kent.
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