Document condition objectively with ready-to-use checklists for every business and every project.
Complete protocol
Room checklist
Electrical installations:
OK
All points apply
Light switches work
Sockets work correctly
Switches and frames are undamaged
Intercom and doorbell work
Smoke detectors:
OK
All points apply
Smoke detector correctly placed
Smoke detector present
Smoke detector works
Windows and doors:
OK
All points apply
Windows and doors close tightly
Windows and doors are undamaged
Windowsills are undamaged
Door handles and window handles function perfectly
Wall and ceiling:
Defect present
At least one point applies
Visible signs of wear
Damage, holes or scratches
Visible discolouration or stains
Paint not evenly covering
Damaged or uneven wall edges
Floor:
OK
All points apply
Lighting:
OK
All points apply
Inventory:
OK
All points apply
Handover Protocol
Object
DEPOSIT SETTLEMENT
Detached house North
Garden Lane 116, SW1A 1AA, London, United Kingdom
People and companies
Owner
Oliver Thomas (KeyNest Estates)
Participant
Owner
Sophie Davies (RentPro Ltd)
Areas
7
Child's room
Laminate, new radiators
OK
7
Dining room
Engineered wood, shutters
OK
Kitchen
Shower, washing machine point, mirror
Checklist incomplete
5 Defect
Handover Protocol
Object
DEPOSIT SETTLEMENT
Ground-floor flat Lakeside
Garden Lane 81, BS1 5TR, Bristol, United Kingdom
People and companies
Landlord
James Thomas (RentPro Ltd)
Participant
Owner
James Wright (UrbanLet)
Areas
6
Hall
Engineered wood, shutters
OK
6
Dining room
Engineered wood, shutters
OK
Utility room
Basin, sanitary fittings, ventilation
Checklist incomplete
2 Defect
Complete protocol
Room checklist
Electrical installations:
OK
All points apply
Light switches work
Sockets work correctly
Switches and frames are undamaged
Intercom and doorbell work
Smoke detectors:
OK
All points apply
Smoke detector correctly placed
Smoke detector present
Smoke detector works
Windows and doors:
OK
All points apply
Windows and doors close tightly
Windows and doors are undamaged
Windowsills are undamaged
Door handles and window handles function perfectly
Wall and ceiling:
Defect present
At least one point applies
Visible signs of wear
Damage, holes or scratches
Visible discolouration or stains
Paint not evenly covering
Damaged or uneven wall edges
Floor:
OK
All points apply
Lighting:
OK
All points apply
Inventory:
OK
All points apply
Main features
Individual, structured and ready to use.
Extensive filters & assignment
Checklists are filtered by protocol occasion, object type, address or other criteria and used automatically.
Direct defect recording
Defects can be documented immediately – including standardized description texts.
Visible signs of wear Damage, holes or scratches Visible discolorations, stains or paint residues Defect on baseboards Flooring loosens or is uneven
Integrated rating system
Conditions are rated in a structured way: OK, as new, defect or free text.
AI-generated content
Checklists, texts and suggestions are created automatically by AI – tailored to object, occasion and industry.
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Standard setup ready to use
The preconfigured deep.rent setup can be used directly – without additional setup or complex configuration.
Recording of condition changes
Changes between handover and return are evaluated.
Test result by area
Description
Condition
Previous condition
Change
Room
Rating 31%
Rating 62%
Worse ↘
Bathroom
Rating 0%
Rating 0%
Same →
Kitchen
Rating 0%
Rating 0%
Same →
Test result by theme
Description
Condition
Previous condition
Change
Electrical installations
Rating 0%
Rating 100%
Worse ↘
Smoke detector
Rating 0%
Rating 100%
Worse ↘
Windows and doors
Rating 50%
Rating 100%
Same →
Wall and ceiling
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Floor
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Radiator
Rating 100%
Rating 100%
Same →
Inventory
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Integrated in the self-service system
Checklists can be completed safely by end users or participants – in a structured and guided way.
Transparency settings
Skipped or unedited checklists are clearly shown in the protocol – for full traceability.
Bathroom
Bathroom checklist
Electrical installations:
OK
Smoke detector:
Not checked
Windows and doors:
OK
– Defect 3 - Windows and doors
Wall and ceiling:
OK
Floor:
OK
Radiator:
Not checked
Installations and sanitary:
Not checked
Inventory:
Not checked
Lighting:
Not checked
Bathroom defects
Defect 3 - Windows and doors
Windows and doors do not close tightly
Created: 19.02.26, 21:34
Object category
Immobilie
All protocol occasions
Filter occasions
2, Übergabe Protokoll, Rücknahme Protokoll
All addresses
Use checklists exactly where they are needed.
The integrated checklist filter ensures that each checklist is only used when it matches the filter criteria. This means only relevant content appears in the protocol – no unnecessary items, no confusion, no misuse.
Checklists can be linked to specific properties. This creates highly specialized solutions for individual protocol types, object groups or areas of use.
Filter options in detail
Protocol occasions
Checklists can be assigned to a specific occasion.
Examples:
Handover protocol
Return protocol
Maintenance protocol
Sales documentation
Damage assessment
👉 Example: A "cosmetic repairs" checklist is only shown on returns – not on initial handover.
Addresses
Checklists can be used per address.
Examples:
Special requirements for a specific building
Object-specific equipment
Commercial properties with individual inspection requirements
👉 Example: An industrial property with fire safety requirements automatically gets an additional fire safety checklist – other addresses do not.
Objects
Checklists can be assigned to individual objects.
Examples:
Machines with maintenance intervals
Vehicles with special equipment
Properties with individual fixtures
👉 Example: An object with a photovoltaic system automatically gets an additional PV inspection checklist.
Object types
Checklists can be filtered generically by object type.
Examples:
Apartment
Commercial unit
Warehouse
Vehicle
Machine
👉 Example: A "balcony & outdoor" checklist is only shown for residential properties – not for machines or vehicles.
Areas
Checklists can be limited to specific areas within an object.
Examples:
Kitchen
Bathroom
Technical room
Outdoor area
Engine compartment
👉 Example: The "sanitary" checklist only appears in the bathroom or WC area – not in the living room.
🎯 The checklist filter turns a general system into a precisely controllable tool – adapted to your company, your objects and your processes.
Description and notes
Visible signs of wear
Damage, holes or scratches
Visible signs of wear Damage, holes or scratches Visible discolorations, stains or paint residues Defect on baseboards Flooring loosens or is uneven
Record in a structured way. Document consistently. Track sustainably.
Defects are recorded directly within the respective checklist – clearly assigned to the relevant area and checkpoints. There is no media discontinuity and no subsequent, loose addition. Every deviation is documented immediately in context.
Any concrete defects can be recorded
Individual, concrete defects can be added for each checklist item – from small details to extensive damage. Recording remains flexible while being clearly structured and unambiguously assignable.
Use predefined description texts directly
Standardized text modules and practical examples can be adopted with one click. This ensures:
consistent, professional wording
clear and objective description
time savings
less room for interpretation
Your own additions are always possible.
👉 Example: One click on "Scratches in floor" adopts the predefined standard text – consistent in every protocol.
Sustainable documentation of existing defects
If a identified defect is not remedied immediately but remains part of the rental property for the time being, it is continued as an existing defect and documented until it is actually remedied.
The defect thus remains a transparent part of the documented inventory. It is not lost and does not need to be recorded again manually.
At the same time, the regular assessment of the checklist is not interrupted: the area in question can be assessed normally in a follow-up protocol (e.g. OK, as new or defect), while the existing defect continues to be documented separately and on an ongoing basis.
This creates a clear separation between:
current condition assessment
existing defect history
🎯 This creates clarity, reduces potential for dispute and ensures reliable, traceable documentation for handovers, returns, maintenance or sales.
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Checklist
Done
Checklist selection
Test results can be added with a title for Defect, OK, As new, or your own text.
Conditions are assessed in a structured way within the checklist – with clearly defined rating types such as Defect, OK, As new or individual free text.
Flexible selection of checklist types
Any rating types can be defined for each checklist. In addition to standard ratings, custom options can be added, for example:
"Maintenance completed successfully"
"Inspection not required"
"Partially renewed"
This allows the rating system to be precisely adapted to industry, object type or protocol occasion.
Subtexts for clarification
An explanatory subtext can be stored for each rating type, for example:
Defect – "At least one point applies"
OK – "All points apply"
These notes provide clarity when making a selection and reduce room for interpretation.
Test entries per rating type
Concrete test entries can be assigned to each rating type to describe the condition in more detail.
👉 Example: Test entries for "Defect":
"Light switch not working"
"Socket not working"
These entries serve as a structured basis for decision-making and ensure a consistent description.
Maximum freedom through text entries
In addition, free text entries can be added.
They offer maximum flexibility in designing individual checklists but are not included in the percentage evaluation.
Evaluation & documentation in the protocol
In the protocol summary, the structured ratings Defect, OK and As new are evaluated and displayed in aggregated form.
Furthermore, when the protocol is created, it documents all available options. This makes it transparently traceable on what basis the respective rating was made.
🎯 A rating system that combines clear standards with individual adaptability – structured for evaluation and flexible in use.
AI Checklist Generator
Vehicle / … / Safety
Select one or more areas to be saved and optionally create checklists.
General condition and optics, Paint and bodywork, Lighting and signals, Tyres and wheels, Brake system, Suspension and shock absorbers, Steering and chassis, Engine and drivetrain, Cooling system and fluids, Exhaust system and emissions, Battery and electrics (main systems), Instrument panel and warning lights, Seats and seat belts, Controls and switches, Heating, ventilation and air conditioning, Safety equipment (helmet holder, emergency stop switch, etc.), Accessories and special equipment (winch, roll bar, etc.), Documentation and history (service book, accident-free, etc.), Road approval and papers, Chassis number and identification plates, Functional check of all systems (test drive preparation), Cleaning and preparation (interior and exterior cleaning)
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Create complex checklists in minutes instead of hours
Creating comprehensive checklists with structured assessments, normative references and clear description texts is time-consuming. Especially for specialised objects or specific protocol occasions, this means a lot of research and detailed work.
With the integrated AI, such checklists can be created directly in the Protocol App – tailored to object, industry and occasion.
Step-by-step creation with AI
Select category
👉 Example: "Construction and machinery"
Select object type
👉 Example: "Lifting equipment"
Optional: Specific type
👉 Example: "Tower crane – 35 m reach"
Define protocol occasion
👉 Example: "Safety report according to DIN standard"
Analysis & suggestions by the AI
After selection, the AI starts an analysis and suggests relevant areas and checklists.
👉 Example: Area suggestions:
Documentation & administration
Electrics & control
Mechanics & hydraulics
Structure & boom
Operation & safety
Load & lifting gear
Maintenance
On this basis, the AI generates concrete checklist suggestions – including normative references and professional structure.
Interactive adjustment by the user
The user can:
select or deselect individual areas
add additional areas manually
discuss the result with the AI
adjust or refine content
The AI serves as an assistant – the final decision lies with the user.
Automatic creation of checklists
After selecting the areas, concrete checklist entries are generated, e.g.:
Operating instructions and warnings (DIN EN 14439)
Inspection and maintenance records (BetrSichV)
Main power supply and earthing (DIN VDE 0100)
Load-bearing structure (DIN EN 1090)
Emergency stop and safety relays
Generation of ratings & description texts
For each checklist entry, the AI creates:
structured rating types (e.g. defect / OK)
subtexts for clarification
detailed test entries
professionally worded description texts
👉 Example: For "General crane documentation and marking", concrete defect and OK descriptions with clear inspection criteria are generated – including normative references.
🎯 The AI does not replace professional responsibility – it significantly speeds up and structures the creation of professional checklists.
Start immediately – no setup – no empty system
The preconfigured deep.rent setup provides comprehensive, ready-made checklists for various industries. These can be used immediately – without prior configuration or complex setup.
Whether property, construction, machinery, vehicles or technical equipment: the most important areas and inspection structures are already in place and built with a practical focus.
well-designed structure for handover, return, maintenance or inspection
These templates can be adapted, extended or reduced at any time – according to company requirements.
Structured import with predefined areas
When importing checklists, predefined areas are created automatically. This immediately creates a clear structure without the user having to build it manually.
🎯 The standard setup enables a quick start – professionally structured and expandable at any time.
Test result by area
Description
Condition
Previous condition
Change
Room
Rating 31%
Rating 62%
Worse ↘
Bathroom
Rating 0%
Rating 0%
Same →
Kitchen
Rating 0%
Rating 0%
Same →
Test result by theme
Description
Condition
Previous condition
Change
Electrical installations
Rating 0%
Rating 100%
Worse ↘
Smoke detector
Rating 0%
Rating 100%
Worse ↘
Windows and doors
Rating 50%
Rating 100%
Same →
Wall and ceiling
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Floor
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Radiator
Rating 100%
Rating 100%
Same →
Inventory
Rating 50%
Rating 50%
Same →
Recognise changes clearly and evaluate them in a traceable way
Between handover and return, the condition is not only documented but systematically compared and assessed.
When completing the return checklist, the previous condition from the handover is already displayed. This makes deviations immediately visible and easy to classify.
Percentage evaluation in the protocol
The evaluation is structured in percentages – based on all completed checklists.
Evaluation by area
(e.g. room, bathroom, kitchen)
The percentage condition of an area is derived from all checklists assigned to that area.
👉 Example:
Area "Room"
→ 10 checklist items
→ 8 × "OK", 2 × "Defect"
→ Result: 80 %
This creates an objective, aggregated rating per area.
Evaluation by theme (across areas)
In addition, checklists are evaluated thematically across all areas of an object.
👉 Example:
Checklist "Cleanliness" or "Electrical installations"
→ Rating across all rooms
→ Percentage overall rating for this theme
This shows how a specific inspection area has developed across the entire object – regardless of individual rooms.
🎯 Condition changes are thus not only described but presented in a measurable and structured way.
Room
Checklist
Please answer the questions according to the existing condition and the descriptions.
Electrical installations
Smoke detector
Windows and doors
Wall and ceiling
Floor
Radiator
Inventory
Lighting
Structured recording – also by end users
Checklists are fully integrated into the self-service system and can be completed independently by end users – such as tenants – in a simplified form.
Guided answers via link
With the self-service protocol, the tenant receives an individual link.
Via this link, they answer the questions for the respective protocol occasion – in a structured, guided way and using the checklist’s predefined examples.
The options are clearly worded, easy to understand and reduce room for interpretation. This creates clear, traceable condition documentation even without specialist knowledge.
Special occasions for self-service
Using the filter function, custom protocol occasions for end users can be defined, for example:
👉 Example: "Handover – tenant check-in"
For this occasion, a simplified checklist tailored specifically to tenants can be created. Complex checkpoints are omitted, relevant topics remain.
🎯 This makes self-service a safe and practical extension of professional documentation.
Bathroom
Bathroom checklist
Electrical installations:
OK
Smoke detector:
Not checked
Windows and doors:
OK
– Defect 3 - Windows and doors
Wall and ceiling:
OK
Floor:
OK
Radiator:
Not checked
Installations and sanitary:
Not checked
Inventory:
Not checked
Lighting:
Not checked
Bathroom defects
Defect 3 - Windows and doors
Windows and doors do not close tightly
Created: 19.02.26, 21:34
Traceability down to the detail
For maximum transparency, it can optionally be set that unanswered or skipped checklists are clearly shown in the protocol.
If a checklist is not completed, this is clearly documented – instead of being omitted without comment. So it remains clear which areas were checked and which were left open intentionally or unintentionally.
Optional company setting
This function can be activated as a central company setting.
This allows company-wide definition of whether missing answers should be shown in the protocol.
🎯 Every protocol remains fully traceable – even where nothing was deliberately documented.
Community & sharing of checklists
Share checklists. Use standards. Save time.
Checklists can be exported and imported – making it easy to share them between teams, sites or partners.
Proven templates can be passed on, adopted and adapted. This creates shared standards and a growing knowledge pool – without having to create every checklist from scratch.
The 8 most important benefits of checklists
Systematic, legally sound and efficient.
Nothing is forgotten
All relevant points are checked systematically – regardless of time pressure or routine.
Objective and consistent assessment
Clear options and predefined examples ensure traceable, consistent condition assessments.
Legally sound documentation
Chosen and unchosen states are recorded transparently – including justification for deviations.
Self-service suitable
End users can complete checklists in a structured and safe way – without specialist knowledge.
Efficient defect recording
Defects found draw on defined examples and texts – for fast, clear protocols.
Individual per object and occasion
Checklists can be tailored to object type, occasion and protocol type – matched to your business.
Simplified enforcement of damage claims
Clear condition documentation with structured evidence provides a solid basis for claims and disputes.
Higher quality and professional image
Standardized, structured protocols improve the quality of your work and strengthen trust with clients and third parties.