What is Rental Exams?
Whether you're a landlord, tenant, investor, or just a curious friend of someone in real estate, there's one thing we can all agree on: homes deserve to be taken care of. But in the fast-paced world of property management, there’s one crucial task that’s often forgotten — the routine rental inspection.
That’s where Rental Exams comes in.
A Simple Solution to a Widespread Problem
Rental Exams is a California-based service designed to make rental property inspections easy, thorough, and stress-free. We provide visual rental inspections on behalf of landlords and property owners, documenting property conditions with photos and detailed notes, then delivering those reports through a clean, modern client portal.
Instead of juggling tenant coordination, scheduling, and inspection logistics, landlords can now outsource the entire process with just one request. And tenants? They get advance notice, respectful communication, and a quick, non-invasive visit.
“Rental Exams is bringing tech-savvy simplicity to one of real estate’s most overlooked responsibilities.” — Medium.com
Why Inspections Matter
It’s easy to assume a property is doing fine if rent is being paid on time. But behind closed doors, small issues can silently grow into big expenses. According to a study by Buildium, over 60% of landlords say unexpected maintenance costs are their biggest source of stress. Regular inspections can catch problems early — before they turn into costly repairs or legal disputes.
In California, cities like Los Angeles even mandate periodic inspections under programs like the SCEP (Systematic Code Enforcement Program). But even in areas without official requirements, a once-a-year inspection can dramatically reduce risk and increase peace of mind.
At Rental Exams, we focus on:
Lease compliance: Catching unapproved modifications, extra tenants, or pets
Property upkeep: Identifying neglected landscaping, evidence of moisture, or damage
Documentation: Creating timestamped photographic records in case of future disputes
Built for Everyone Involved
Rental Exams isn’t just a landlord tool. It’s a neutral, third-party service designed to protect everyone’s best interests.
Landlords get transparency and early warnings
Tenants get respectful communication, proof of condition, and an opportunity to complete an optional tenant satisfaction questionnaire
Investors get real-time insight into property health, even from across the country
And the inspectors? They’re trained, background-checked, and prioritized for safety — always.
“Landlords deserve clarity. Tenants deserve respect. Inspectors deserve safety. Our service delivers on all three—no shortcuts.” — Katie Radcliffe, Founder
How It Works
Property owners submit a request on our website for an invitation to their client portal.
We request tenant information from the property owner (who to contact and where to go).
We coordinate directly with the tenant to schedule a time for the inspection.
A trained inspector visits the property, takes photos, and completes a visual walkthrough.
Owners receive a report in your online portal within 24–48 hours.
That’s it — no chasing down tenants, no driving across town, no stress.
Trusted, Modern, and Growing
Rental Exams is currently serving landlords across Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, with plans to expand throughout California. We’re trusted by DIY landlords, real estate investors, and even small property managers who want a reliable, third-party eye on their assets.
Whether you own one rental or manage ten, Rental Exams makes inspections something you don’t have to think twice about — and tenants appreciate the fairness, too.
Learn more or request your first visit at www.RentalExams.com
