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Home Inspection Checklist

Home Inspection Checklist

Inspect a property before purchasing a home.
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Introduction:
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Preparation:
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Record basic details
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Exterior general:
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Check the sidewalk
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Walk around the garden
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Examine minor exterior structures
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Inspect drainage system
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Ensure the roof is in order
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External and internal:
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Make sure the walls are straight
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Look for cracks in the walls
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Note down wall coverings
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Inspect visual foundations
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Search for rotten wood
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Look for signs of termites
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Check the windows
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Inspect all doors
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Interior general:
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Make sure that all plumbing works
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Double check the electrics
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Examine the appliances
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Inspect the heating elements
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Sources:
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