{"id":68,"date":"2026-02-01T11:47:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T11:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sheridan.audiofeeds.co.uk\/?page_id=68"},"modified":"2026-02-01T11:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T11:53:03","slug":"casestudies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sheridanlandlordservices.co.uk\/?page_id=68","title":{"rendered":"Case Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- \u2705 SHERIDAN: CASE STUDIES (PREMIUM + BG1 FIXED) \u2014 RELATIVE LINKS ONLY -->\n<style>\n\/* =====================================\n   SHERIDAN GLOBAL BG1 STAGE (FIXED)\n===================================== *\/\n.sheridan-stage{\n  position:relative;\n  overflow:hidden;\n  padding:22px 0 60px;\n}\n.sheridan-stage::before{\n  content:\"\";\n  position:fixed;\n  inset:0;\n  z-index:0;\n  background-image:url(\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bg1.jpg\");\n  background-size:cover;\n  background-position:center;\n  background-repeat:no-repeat;\n  opacity:1;\n  filter:grayscale(1) contrast(1.05) brightness(1.15);\n  transform:scale(1.05);\n  pointer-events:none;\n}\n.sheridan-stage::after{\n  content:\"\";\n  position:fixed;\n  inset:0;\n  z-index:1;\n  background:\n    radial-gradient(circle at 25% 15%, rgba(47,111,83,.14) 0%, rgba(255,255,255,0) 55%),\n    linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(255,255,255,.82) 0%, rgba(244,246,245,.92) 55%, rgba(255,255,255,.86) 100%);\n  pointer-events:none;\n}\n\n\/* =====================================\n   CASE STUDIES \u2014 PREMIUM MODULE\n===================================== *\/\n:root{\n  --sheridan-green:#2f6f53;\n  --sheridan-deep:#1b3b2c;\n  --sheridan-gold:#d7b26d;\n  --sheridan-ink:#142018;\n  --sheridan-muted:#5d6b63;\n  --sheridan-line:rgba(0,0,0,.08);\n  --shadow-md:0 16px 34px rgba(0,0,0,.10);\n  --shadow-lg:0 22px 60px rgba(0,0,0,.14);\n  --radius-xl:26px;\n  --radius-lg:20px;\n}\n\n.sheridan-cs-wrap{\n  position:relative;\n  z-index:2;\n  max-width:1100px;\n  margin:0 auto;\n  padding:34px 18px 0;\n  font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n  color:var(--sheridan-ink);\n  line-height:1.7;\n}\n\n\/* Premium main card *\/\n.sheridan-card{\n  background:rgba(255,255,255,.86);\n  border:1px solid var(--sheridan-line);\n  border-radius:var(--radius-xl);\n  padding:36px 36px;\n  box-shadow:var(--shadow-md);\n  position:relative;\n  overflow:hidden;\n}\n\n.sheridan-card::before{\n  content:\"\";\n  position:absolute;\n  inset:0;\n  background:\n    radial-gradient(circle at 0% 0%, rgba(47,111,83,.10) 0%, rgba(0,0,0,0) 42%),\n    radial-gradient(circle at 100% 0%, rgba(215,178,109,.14) 0%, rgba(0,0,0,0) 40%);\n  pointer-events:none;\n}\n.sheridan-card > *{position:relative; 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We also learn, constantly, from experience and we\u2019ll continue to approach every instruction with open minds.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Kitchens & Bathrooms -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Kitchens and Bathrooms<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        Kitchens and bathrooms are always going to be the primary source of contention at check out. For this reason we pay particular attention to these areas and ensure that any potential source of dispute is clearly described and documented in inventories. This, for instance, is the same shower enclosure at inventory and check out:\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs1.jpg\" alt=\"Shower enclosure at inventory\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Inventory Photograph<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs2.jpg\" alt=\"Shower enclosure at check-out\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Check-Out Photograph<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-note\">\n        There can be no question that the outgoing tenants have failed to clean or prepare this shower enclosure adequately at the end of their tenancy, and in this example it is clear why dated photographs supported by commentary in the body of the inventory are invaluable.\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Worktops -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Worktops<\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs3.jpg\" alt=\"Quartz or granite worktop damage\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            Quartz \/ Granite Worktops\n            <span>Quartz or granite block worktops can be the single most valuable fitting in a property. It is important that any chips or damage noted at the commencement of tenancy are clearly highlighted.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs4.jpg\" alt=\"Wood block worktop condition\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            Wood Block Worktops\n            <span>Wood block worktops can also be contentious. We have seen these \u201ctreated\u201d with coats of varnish at the end of tenancies. We always recommend that preservative treatment products and clear instructions are provided at commencement of tenancy.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Ventilation -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Ventilation<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        This property has not been adequately ventilated during the tenancy. Condensation discolouration and mildew deposits have accumulated.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs5.jpg\" alt=\"Ventilation issue example 1\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Condensation Discolouration<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs6.jpg\" alt=\"Ventilation issue example 2\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Mildew Deposits<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-note\">\n        There is a functional window clearly evident in these images \u2014 this damage can only be ascribed to the tenants.\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Heaters -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Heaters<\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs7.jpg\" alt=\"Heater example 1\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Heating Appliance<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs8.jpg\" alt=\"Heater example 2\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            Wall Condition Above Heater\n            <span>What is pivotal about this image is not the heater but the wall above it \u2014 experience tells us that heaters of this nature have a tendency to be used for drying damp clothing, resulting in evaporation type discolouration like this.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Walls -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Walls<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        This newly refurbished property has two aerial points in an unmarked wall. We illustrate this specifically because, whether the tenant has permission or not, they may be tempted to affix a television to the wall.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs9.jpg\" alt=\"Wall aerial points (start of tenancy)\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            Start of Tenancy\n            <span>At the end of the tenancy it is their responsibility to make good any damage.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs10.jpg\" alt=\"Wall damage (end of tenancy)\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            End of Tenancy\n            <span>It would be reasonable to request a deduction from the deposit in this instance.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Carpets -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Carpets<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        We\u2019ve seen inventories which correctly refer to stains or burns in carpets, then include a close up image of the damage. This is not really useful when we compile check outs as it doesn\u2019t set the damage in a broader context.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\" style=\"grid-template-columns:1fr;\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs11.jpg\" alt=\"Carpet damage marker shows location\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            Location Marker for Context\n            <span>By laying down a marker we indicate the relative location of damage within the room or area. This helps us to establish whether any further damage has been incurred during the tenancy.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 Stairwells -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">Stairwells<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        Stairwells are vulnerable to damage. Even the most careful and conscientious tenant could struggle to manoeuvre furniture up and down stairs without causing rub marks to the walls. We will document the condition of stairwell d\u00e9cor in inventories.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\" style=\"grid-template-columns:1fr;\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs12.jpg\" alt=\"Stairwell condition documented\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">Stairwell Condition Documented<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-divider\"><\/div>\n\n      <!-- \u2705 External Damage -->\n      <div class=\"sheridan-h2\">External Damage<\/div>\n      <p class=\"sheridan-p\">\n        Whodunnit? This door shows damage to the external skin around the handle.\n      <\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"sheridan-gallery\" style=\"grid-template-columns:1fr;\">\n        <div class=\"sheridan-figure\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cs13.jpg\" alt=\"External door damage\">\n          <div class=\"sheridan-cap\">\n            External Damage Assessment\n            <span>Assessing damage like this at check out requires an open mind and a pragmatic approach. It\u2019s perfectly possible that someone may have attempted to force entry here. We\u2019d ask the outgoing tenant to account for this damage but we can\u2019t definitely ascribe it to them.<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \u2705 END CASE STUDIES -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Case Studies The selection of examples provided here are meant primarily as an illustration of the nature of attention and detail we apply to our reports. We\u2019ve been providing inventories and check out reports since 2010 and we still come across situations and scenarios that we\u2019ve never previously encountered. 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