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House viewing guide
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An exclusive house search service only for Imperial students
Search properties with private landlords, Estate Agents and Private Halls providers
Engage with the community message board to look for flatmates
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Key Areas Properties I’ve viewed Key Areas Properties I’ve viewed
Safety 1 2 3 Cleaning 1 2 3
Are working smoke detectors and fire blankets fitted? Is the house clean?
If there was a fire in the main hallway, could you still escape?
Will you be provided with equipment to keep it clean?
Can you open all exit doors from the inside? Is the house free from signs of pests/rodents (such as droppings)?
Are all the gas/electric appliances safety tested? Plumbing
Does the cooker work? Do all the taps work?
Is the heating in the house adequate? Even the hot water tap?
Security Do the sinks drain?
Are external doors fitted with strong, secure locks? Is the toilet leak-free?
Are ground floor windows lockable? Does the shower work properly?
Are ground floor curtains thick enough to not be seen through?
Are there enough bathrooms for the number of housemates?
Location Furniture
Is transport to and from College (including by foot) accessible?
Has the house got enough furniture for the number of housemates sharing?
Are there shops and services nearby? Is there enough space in the kitchen to store food?
Outside Is all the furniture in good condition?
Does the roof look in good condition? Is the furniture fire resistant?
Are the gutters/walls free from plants growing inside? Landlord Services
Are the drains clear? Does the landlord provide window cleaning?
Are the wooden window frames or fences safe and free from rot?
Does the landlord include anything else as part of the rent (water bills/internet etc)?
Does the landlord provide lawn cutting?
Looking to rent accommodation in the private sector? To get you started we have put together this handy pocket guide to help you decide which London area suits you best.
How we can help you? The Student Hub can advise you througout your private sector journey from house hunting, to signing a contract, moving in and finally moving out. We are also here to listen if you have any issues during your time in your new home, be it contract concerns or housemate horrors!
Make the most of our help:
▸book FREE contract checking ▸attend our housing events in March/May ▸pick up our Private Housing Guide ▸visit Imperial Home Solutions online ▸make us your guarantor ▸pop in for a friendly chat
Think about who you want to live with and where. Take your budget into consideration.
Come along to our housing events. Meet local estate agents, speak with accommodation experts and learn about house hunting dos and don’ts, contracts, deposits and much more.
Landlords begin to advertise properties on Imperial Home Solutions. www.imperialhomesolutions.co.uk
This is a good time to look at estate agents; they will have a better idea of what will be available in September and October.
Left it to the last minute? Don’t worry, there are still plenty of properties available!
MOVE IN!
Relax and enjoy your new home!
JANUARYFEBRUARY
MARCH APRILMAY
JUNEJULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBERDECEMBER
House hunting timeline
What’s inside ▸16 most popular areas for
Imperial students to live ▸When and where to look ▸Support available to you ▸Top tips from students ▸Choose the right area for you ▸House viewing checklist
Where to look?
Imperial Home Solutions
Estate agents
General websites and forums
Student noticeboards
Paulina shares her top 5 house hunting tips:
1. Don’t start looking too early I started looking early. Big mistake! The market in London changes really quickly. I recommend looking later – it’ll save you a lot of time and stress.
2. Never ever pay any money without signing a contract It sounds obvious, but really isn’t. It is easy to be tempted as soon as you see something reasonable.
Resist the temptation and check your contract first!
3. Consider purpose built student accommodation Yes, they can be more expensive than a shared flat. However, at least you know what you’re paying for, it’s safe, stress-free and a great way to make friends!
4. Ask, ask, ask Keep asking around: in person, on Facebook, by e-mails. People prefer to rent a room to a friend of a friend than to a complete stranger.
5. Read your contract Twice. Three times. Ten times. Learn it by heart. Make sure you understand every single
part of it. You can even take it to the Student Hub to look over.
Home Sweet HomeRead Paulina’s full blog post online
wwwf.imperial.ac.uk/blog/student-blogs
Take me with you to viewings and make notes!
Search properties available with private landlords and look out for rooms and flatshares listed by Imperial students on the dedicated message board.
Look out for properties on: ▸www.studentrooms.co.uk ▸www.spareroom.co.uk ▸www.gumtree.com
Advertise properties through their own agencies, or they will place adverts on property listing websites such as:
▸www.findaproperty.com ▸www.rightmove.co.uk ▸www.zoopla.co.uk
Check with your hall, Students’ Union and departments for notices. Also look for posts from other Imperial students on College Facebook pages.
www.imperialhomesolutions.co.uk
Our Rent Guarantor SchemeLooking to rent private accommodation and need a UK guarantor? Imperial can act as your guarantor, find out if you are eligible and learn more online: www.imperial.ac.uk/accommodation/rent-guarantor
Level 3, Sherfield Building 020 7594 9444 [email protected] @icstudenthub
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Look out for our new series of articles offering essential advice that you will need to know before house hunting.
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