Tenant Self-Service

Tenant self-service inspections and reporting

Let tenants complete guided inspection forms, answer predefined questions and upload photos or videos where prompted — helping your team collect evidence, triage issues and reduce unnecessary property visits.

Built for property teams that want remote evidence capture, tenant-led check-ins, maintenance reporting, onboarding forms and review-based workflows without losing control of the final record.

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Send request Tenant completes Uploads evidence Team reviews Action / report Record retained
Tenant form · secure link
Maintenance report
Where is the issue?
Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom
Upload a photo
Add a short video (optional)
Review queue
Flat 12 · Mould report Needs review
7 Cedar · Self check-in Approved
88 Elm · Leak report More info
Guided question forms
Photo & video prompts
Self check-ins
Property team review

Built for residential property teams that need faster tenant evidence collection, clearer issue reporting and review-led remote workflows.

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The basics

What is Tenant Self-Service?

Tenant Self-Service allows tenants or residents to complete guided inspection forms, answer predefined questions and submit photos or videos from their own device. Property teams can then review the submitted evidence, create reports, raise actions or decide whether a physical visit is still needed.

Request sent
Tenant completes form
Evidence uploaded
Team reviews
Report / action created
Audit trail retained

Guided Tenant Forms

Send predefined templates or question sets for tenants to complete.

Photo and Video Prompts

Ask tenants to upload specific evidence for rooms, items, meters, issues or repairs.

Remote Evidence Capture

Collect property information without always needing a physical visit.

Property Team Review

Keep professional oversight before creating reports, actions or final records.

Connected Records

Keep submissions, comments, photos, videos and actions linked to the property.

Tenant Self-Service helps collect structured evidence remotely. Property teams remain responsible for review, approval and deciding whether an in-person inspection is needed — it does not replace professional inspections in all circumstances.

Why it matters

Why tenant self-service matters

Property teams often need information from tenants quickly: a maintenance issue, a move-in confirmation, a meter reading, a damp and mould update, or evidence that work has been completed. Tenant Self-Service helps collect that information in a structured way.

Reduce Unnecessary Visits

Collect evidence remotely where a physical visit is not required.

Faster Issue Triage

Review photos, videos and form answers before sending staff or contractors.

Better Tenant Communication

Give tenants a clear way to submit the information your team needs.

More Structured Evidence

Use guided templates instead of unstructured emails, calls and image messages.

Clearer Audit Trail

Keep submissions, timestamps, files and review activity connected.

More Flexible Workflows

Support maintenance reports, self check-ins, self check-outs and onboarding forms.

How it works

How tenant-led inspections work

InventoryBase lets property teams create guided self-service workflows using predefined templates, question forms and evidence prompts. Tenants complete the form from their own device, then your team reviews the submission.

STEP 1

Choose a template

Select a maintenance, check-in, check-out, midterm, damp and mould, onboarding or custom form template.

STEP 2

Send the request

Send the tenant a secure link or portal request.

STEP 3

Tenant completes the form

The tenant answers questions, follows prompts and uploads requested evidence.

STEP 4

Tenant adds photos or videos

Photos and videos are attached to the relevant question, room, item or issue.

STEP 5

Team reviews the submission

Property teams review the evidence before creating actions, reports or follow-up.

STEP 6

Create next steps

Raise a maintenance issue, request more evidence, create a report, schedule a visit or close the request.

STEP 7

Retain the record

Keep the submission, files, comments and activity history connected.

Templates & forms

Create guided forms for the information you need

Use predefined templates and question forms to collect structured information from tenants instead of relying on unstructured messages.

Form builder Damp & mould report
Which room is affected? Choice
Describe the issue Text
Upload a photo Required
Add a short video Optional
Does it appear after cold mornings? Yes / No
Tenant acknowledgement Confirm

Room-by-Room Forms

Ask tenants to complete guided checks by room or area.

Maintenance Question Sets

Collect issue type, location, severity, description and supporting evidence.

Check-In Forms

Collect move-in condition notes, meters, keys and tenant acknowledgement.

Check-Out Forms

Collect move-out condition, keys, meters and vacating information.

Damp and Mould Forms

Ask structured questions about visible mould, condensation, ventilation and leaks.

Onboarding Forms

Collect new tenancy information, confirmations or document acknowledgements.

Custom Questions

Add yes/no, multiple choice, text, upload and acknowledgement fields.

Required Prompts

Make certain questions, photos or uploads required before submission.

Evidence capture

Collect photos and videos where prompted

Tenant submissions become more useful when evidence is attached to the right question, room, item or issue. InventoryBase can prompt tenants to upload photos or videos as part of the guided workflow.

Photo Prompts

Ask for specific photos of rooms, meters, damage, cleaning issues or repairs.

Video Uploads

Collect short videos where a wider view or movement helps explain the issue.

Evidence by Question

Attach files directly to the relevant form answer.

Required Uploads

Make evidence required for key questions or workflows.

Mobile Uploads

Allow tenants to upload directly from their phone.

Review Queue

Let property teams review submitted media before taking action.

Time and Submission Records

Keep submission dates, activity and file history connected.

Follow-Up Requests

Ask for more evidence where the first submission is incomplete.

Maintenance triage

Let tenants report maintenance issues with better context

Tenant Self-Service can help tenants report maintenance issues in a structured way, giving property teams clearer information before deciding what action is needed.

Tenant issue
Guided questions
Photos / videos
Team review
Job card / work order
Contractor follow-up
Post-works confirmation

Issue Type

Ask tenants to choose repair, leak, damp, mould, appliance, heating, electrical, cleaning or other categories.

Location

Capture room, area, fixture, appliance or building location.

Description

Collect a clear explanation of the issue.

Photos and Videos

Prompt tenants to upload supporting evidence.

Severity Questions

Ask about urgency, impact, active leak, no heating, unsafe condition or access needs.

Access Notes

Collect preferred access times, availability or special instructions.

Triage Review

Let property teams review submissions before raising actions or work orders.

Contractor Handoff

Use the submission to create clearer job cards or contractor instructions.

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Move-in & move-out

Support self check-ins and self check-outs

For appropriate workflows, tenants can complete guided move-in and move-out forms, confirm handover details and submit evidence — reviewed and approved by your property team.

Self check-in

Move-in condition confirmation
Meter readings with photos
Keys and access items
Document acknowledgement
Tenant comments
Signature / confirmation
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Self check-out

Move-out condition notes
Final meter readings
Key return confirmation
Cleaning confirmation
Forwarding details
Deposit conversation support
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Self check-ins and self check-outs are review-based, tenant-led confirmations. They are not appropriate for every tenancy and do not automatically replace professional check-in or check-out reports — property team approval applies.

Onboarding

Collect new tenancy information and acknowledgements

Tenant Self-Service can also support new tenancy onboarding workflows by collecting information, confirmations and document acknowledgements before or during move-in.

Tenant Details

Collect contact information, household details or onboarding information where required.

Document Acknowledgement

Ask tenants to acknowledge documents shared through the workflow.

Rental Guides

Share move-in guides, rental guides or property-specific information.

Gas Safety / EPC / EICR

Provide or reference key documents where appropriate.

HMO Information

Share HMO licence or building-specific information where relevant.

Property Instructions

Collect acknowledgement of manuals, appliance instructions or access guidance.

Emergency Contacts

Collect or share emergency contact and reporting information.

Consent or Preference Forms

Capture communication preferences or access-related notes where used.

InventoryBase helps share documents and collect acknowledgement and keeps records connected. It does not guarantee legal service of prescribed documents unless that workflow is formally approved.

Resident reporting

Collect damp, mould and resident issue reports remotely

Tenant Self-Service can help residents report damp, mould, condensation, leaks, ventilation issues and other concerns with structured questions, photos and videos.

Resident issue report Open
0:14
IssueMould in bedroom
Evidence5 photos · 1 video
Tenant commentAppears around window after cold mornings
Team reviewRequires inspection / triage

Damp and Mould Forms

Ask guided questions about location, extent, recurrence and visible condition.

Photo and Video Evidence

Prompt tenants to capture affected areas, ventilation, windows or leaks.

Resident Comments

Collect details about when the issue appears and what has been noticed.

Severity Questions

Ask about active leaks, spreading mould, room use or urgent concerns.

Review and Escalation

Allow property teams to flag critical issues and decide next steps.

Follow-Up History

Keep the report, evidence, actions and communication connected.

Tenant Self-Service helps collect evidence and reports. It does not diagnose hazards, determine statutory risk or replace professional review.

Post-works

Collect follow-up evidence after repairs or works

After maintenance or remedial work is completed, tenants can be asked to submit confirmation, comments, photos or videos to help property teams decide whether further review or a post-works inspection is needed.

Work completed
Tenant confirmation requested
Photos / videos submitted
Team reviews
Close / reopen / schedule

Completion Confirmation

Ask tenants to confirm whether work appears completed.

After Photos

Collect photos showing the area after repair, cleaning or remediation.

Feedback Forms

Collect resident comments on whether the issue remains.

Follow-Up Videos

Use video where motion, sound or wider context helps explain the outcome.

Reopen Issue

Allow teams to reopen or escalate if evidence suggests the issue remains.

Post-Works Review

Use tenant evidence to decide whether a professional post-works inspection is required.

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Review & approval

Keep property teams in control

Tenant Self-Service should not remove professional oversight. InventoryBase keeps submissions in a review workflow so property teams can check evidence, request more information, create actions, generate reports or schedule visits.

Submitted 2
Flat 12 · Mould report
Just now
3 Oak · Meter reading
10m
Needs review 1
88 Elm · Leak report
1h
More info requested 1
Maple Ct · Check-in
2h
Action raised 1
7 Cedar · Job card #44
Today
Closed 1
14 Acacia · Resolved
Yesterday

Review Queue

See incoming tenant submissions in one place.

Request More Evidence

Ask tenants for missing photos, videos or answers.

Approve or Reject Submissions

Mark whether a submission is complete, incomplete or requires follow-up.

Create Reports

Use reviewed submissions as part of a report workflow where appropriate.

Raise Actions

Create maintenance issues, job cards or follow-up tasks from submissions.

Schedule Visits

Escalate to in-person inspection where needed.

Full Activity History

Keep request, submission, review, comments and action history connected.

Exportable Records

Export reports, PDFs or evidence packs where required.

Connected workflows

Connect tenant submissions to your wider workflow

Tenant Self-Service can support connected workflows with property management, tenant onboarding, maintenance, repairs or CAFM systems where configured.

Tenant submission
InventoryBase review
Maintenance / onboarding / property system
Action / update
Audit trail retained

Tenant Onboarding Platforms

Send self-service requests during tenancy progression or move-in workflows.

Property Management Software

Sync property, tenancy or contact information where supported.

Maintenance and CAFM Systems

Transfer tenant-submitted issues into repair workflows where configured.

Work Orders

Create work order records or handoff data from reviewed submissions.

Notifications

Trigger emails, tasks or updates when submissions are received or reviewed.

API and Zapier Workflows

Support custom automation through approved API access or Zapier where applicable.

Tenant onboarding platforms Tenant referencing platforms Property management software Repairs management software CAFM systems Contractor portals Document management tools Zapier workflows Approved API integrations

Connected workflows are available where configured and supported through integrations, exports, Zapier or approved API access.

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Mobile experience

A simple mobile experience for tenants

Tenants should be able to complete forms, upload evidence and submit information from their own phone without needing training.

Mobile-Friendly Forms

Designed for completion from a phone.

Step-by-Step Guidance

Show one question or section at a time.

Photo and Video Uploads

Use the phone camera or upload saved files.

Required Fields

Help tenants understand what must be completed.

Save and Submit

Allow tenants to complete the workflow and submit securely.

Confirmation Screen

Show that the submission has been received.

Follow-Up Requests

Allow teams to request additional information if needed.

Secure Access

Use secure links or portal-based access where configured.

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Templates & consistency

Standardise tenant self-service workflows

Use templates, dictionaries and reusable question sets to keep tenant submissions structured and consistent across properties, branches, clients and teams.

Self-Service Templates

Create templates for maintenance, check-in, check-out, midterm, onboarding and follow-up workflows.

Question Libraries

Reuse approved questions across forms.

Evidence Rules

Require photos or videos for specific questions.

Conditional Questions

Show follow-up questions based on tenant answers where configured.

Client-Specific Forms

Adapt workflows for landlords, branches, housing providers or portfolio clients.

Status and Review Fields

Track submitted, reviewed, incomplete, actioned or closed states.

Branded Experience

Deliver forms under your company or client brand.

Report Outputs

Use reviewed submissions to support reports, actions or records.

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BaseAI

Summarise tenant submissions faster with BaseAI

BaseAI can help turn tenant comments, photos and form answers into clearer summaries, report wording and action notes ready for review.

BaseAI assists with report preparation and summarisation. Your team remains responsible for reviewing tenant evidence, deciding next steps and approving final records.

Submission Summaries

Summarise long tenant responses into clearer review notes.

Issue Summaries

Turn maintenance descriptions into structured issue summaries.

Report Drafts

Create draft wording for reviewed self-service reports.

Contractor Notes

Summarise issue context for job cards or maintenance handoff.

Follow-Up Prompts

Help identify where more information may be needed for review.

Consistent Language

Help maintain professional wording across tenant-submitted information.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Tenant Self-Service allows tenants or residents to complete guided forms, answer predefined questions and submit photos or videos from their own device for review by property teams.

Ready to reduce unnecessary visits with tenant self-service?

Use InventoryBase to collect guided tenant submissions, photos, videos, maintenance reports, self check-ins, onboarding forms and follow-up evidence — while keeping your team in control of review and approval.

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