Home Inspection Checklist
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Exterior Interior
  • Foundation

    • Appears in good shape.
    Foundation is above the grade.
    Foundation appears straight.
    No large cracks.
    No crumbling.
    No water stains or signs of dampness.
    No moss or mildew growth.
  • Structure

    • Appears in good shape.
    No cracks in plaster.
    Floors do not bounce.
    No sagging in ceilings.
    Windows fit tightly in openings.
    Doors close tightly and latch.
    Check walls for bowing out or in.
  • Structure

    • Appears in good shape.
    No rotting of the sill plate.
    No missing siding or bricks.
    Walls appear straight.
    Roofline appears straight with no sagging.
    Porch or doorsill appear straight.

  • Plumbing

    • All plumbing fixtures work.
    All drains drain freely.
    Drains do not gurgle or spout air.
    Fixtures do not drip.
    Check for water pressure.
    Check tile in showers for cracks and gaps.
  • Roof

    • Check from the ground using binoculars.
    Appears to be in good shape.
    No missing shingles or tiles.
    Edges are not lifted.
    No moss growth.
    Shingles are not worn or torn.
    Flat roofs should only be inspected by a professional.
  • Heating & Air Conditioning

    • Determine type of system, forced air, radiant heat, electric, etc.
    Inspect system for age and general condition.
    Check flu's and vents.
    System is clean and free of debris.
    Turn thermostat to highest setting and check heating.
    Turn thermostat to lowest setting and check cooling.
  • Chimney

    • Check from the ground using binoculars.
    Appears to be straight.
    No large cracks.
    No missing mortar between the bricks.
    No missing bricks or stones.
    Not separating from the house.
    No black tar leaching on outside.
    You may want the chimney cleaned by a professional before the sale of a home.
  • Electrical

    • Lights and fixtures turn on.
    Outlets and switches have cover plates.
    Lights and ceiling fans installed properly.
    Outlets are properly grounded.
    (Purchase a receptacle tester at local hardware)
    Ground Fault Interrupt, (GFI), outlet in the bathrooms.
    GFI outlets, in the kitchen near the sink.
    GFI outlets outside and in the garage.
    Outlets every 12 feet in the house.
    Main panel seems in order.
  • Eaves troughs & Downspouts

    • Securely attached to the roof.
    No cracks or joint gaps.
    No excess chalking.
    Directs water away from the house.
    Have not eroded away the landscaping.
  • Floors

    • Floors are even and true.
    No excessive creaking..
    Flooring material is not worn out.
    Hardwood floor is laid appropriately.
    Carpet is tacked down completely with no wrinkles.
    Tile floors have no cracks.
    Flooring material is appropriate to the house.
  • Windows & Doors

    • Fit well in openings.
    Open smoothly with no binding.
    Hardware in working order.
    No rotting or missing trim.
    All weather stripping intact.
    No missing or broken glass.
    No torn screens.
    Exterior doors are solid core.
    In colder climates
    Insulated glass in windows and doors.
    Storm doors and windows.
  • Doors

    • Doors open and close properly.
    Fit well in opening.
    Hardware works properly.
    Do not scrape along the floor.
    Sliding doors open and close smoothly.
    All molding is in place and installed properly.
  • Garage

    • Concrete slab with no major cracks.
    At least 6 inch concrete wall.
    Door opens and closes smoothly.
    Garage door opener works.
    Attached Garage
    Door to house closes tightly.
    Door to house is fire rate steel door.
    Door to house closes automatically.
    5/8 wallboard on ceiling and common walls.
  • Ventilation

    • Check vents in bathrooms.
    Check oven vent in kitchen.
    Check dryer vent.
    No obstructions inside or outside.
    Vents work properly with no noticeable problems.
    All vents exhaust freely.
  • Fireplace

    • Damper and vents open freely.
    Determine last cleaning.
    No smoke stains above fireplace.
    No cracks or other damage in fire box.
    No obstructions to the flue.
    Chimney seems to be in working order.
  • Kitchen

    • Cabinets are sturdy and properly aligned.
    Doors and drawer open and close smoothly.
    No significant damage to countertops.
    Check under sink for rotting.
    Kitchen Appliances
    Appliances are free of damage.
    Dishwasher operates properly.
    Oven and Stove operates properly.
    Refrigerator operates properly.
    Professional Inspections
    Termite & Insects

    Passed    Failed

    Structure

    Passed    Failed
  • Roof

    • Years Left            Replace

  • Chimney

    • Cleaned and Inspected
    Mechanical Systems
    Heating                 Passed    Failed

    Air Conditioning   Passed    Failed

    Plumbing              Passed    Failed

    Electrical               Passed    Failed

    Appliances            Passed    Failed

    Gas                        Passed    Failed
  • Water


    • Passed    Failed


    Required Inspections

    Radon               Passed    Failed

    Asbestos           Passed    Failed


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