Record the condition before boxes hide it
Before placing furniture, note visible gaps, damaged materials and any existing pest evidence in accessible rooms. Take ordinary room photographs where useful and keep the date with them. Do not remove electrical covers or enter restricted building areas to investigate. The purpose is a clear record of what you can see, not to certify that a property is pest-free. Hidden activity cannot be ruled out by a quick walk-through.
Keep food and textiles as separate questions
Insects around stored dry goods raise different questions from damage to a rug or clothing. If you notice either, record the item and the location rather than giving it a guessed pest name. Pantry insects can travel away from the affected product, and fabric pests need their own identification. Keep the information connected to the item so an enquiry can focus on the likely source and appropriate assessment.
Ask who handles common-space access
Find out who to contact about building maintenance, refuse arrangements and access to storage or utility areas. Report a known leak or opening clearly, with the room and location. When discussing pest work, distinguish your apartment from shared spaces and ask what the proposed appointment covers. Do not assume that an enquiry about your unit books work throughout the building.
Save a short baseline for later comparison
A dated set of notes makes it easier to describe a concern that appears after you settle in. Record new sightings without assuming they came from the apartment, a delivery or another person. If a visit is needed, share what changed and when. Ask for preparation instructions before moving affected belongings, and confirm the assessment, pricing and follow-up directly.
