{"id":3895,"date":"2015-12-17T15:02:56","date_gmt":"2015-12-17T15:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/home-inspection-checklist\/"},"modified":"2024-04-25T11:15:46","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T11:15:46","slug":"home-inspection-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.process.st\/templates\/home-inspection-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Inspection Workflow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"introduction\">\n <h2>Introduction:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"image-content\">\n  <figure>\n   <a href=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/a5e6e0c4-0d71-430d-bee0-772bcb22ed5f\/rc941cj54Bg94NFYS65P-g.png\" alt=\"Introduction:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/ps-attachments.s3.amazonaws.com\/a5e6e0c4-0d71-430d-bee0-772bcb22ed5f\/rc941cj54Bg94NFYS65P-g.png\"> <\/a><!-- No caption -->\n  <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>You've seen a property you like, but how can you trust the information given to you by the estate agent or seller? Simple; you run this home inspection checklist!<\/p>\n  <p>Whilst many buyers hire a professional home inspector, the actual knowledge and qualifications of these <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spaceinthecity.com\/blog\/10-interesting-facts-home-inspection\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">can vary wildly<\/a>&nbsp;- one of the ways to ensure a quality service whilst still picking up on any faults which could lower the property price is to follow this checklist yourself..<br><a href=\"http:\/\/homebuying.about.com\/od\/homeshopping\/qt\/091107_homeinsp.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n  <p>Bear in mind that <strong>some banks <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/freshome.com\/2014\/10\/24\/10-things-every-buyer-should-know-about-home-inspections\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">require<\/a><strong> a home inspection as a condition of the mortgage<\/strong>, and in this case a written certification from a professional is required. However, if you are uncertain of their quality you can pass this checklist on to them to follow!<\/p>\n  <p>We also have articles on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/best-real-estate-apps\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best real estate apps<\/a> and several other free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/real-estate-checklists\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">real estate checklists<\/a> for you to check out.<\/p>\n  <p>Let's get started and comb over your potential new home.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"preparation\">\n <h2>Preparation:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"record-basic-details\">\n <h2>Record basic details<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Before we get into the nitty-gritty of the home inspection checklist, you need to take a moment to <strong>record the basic details of the property and yourself<\/strong>. Do so using the <strong>form fields<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Potential buyer name <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Property address line 1 (street address) <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Property address line 2 (apartment, unit, suite) <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Property address - City <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Property address - State <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Property address - ZIP Code <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"select-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Does the property have a garden? <\/label> <select disabled class=\"form-control\"> <option value=\"An option will be selected here\">An option will be selected here<\/option> <\/select>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Yes\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     No\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Location\/neighborhood details <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"date-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Date of inspection <\/label>\n   <div class=\"date-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-calendar btn-icon\"><\/i> Date will be set here <\/button>\n   <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Asking price <\/label> <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" disabled class=\"form-control\">\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"exterior-general\">\n <h2>Exterior general:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-the-sidewalk\">\n <h2>Check the sidewalk<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>An easy way to kick off the home inspection checklist proper is to<strong> inspect the&nbsp;sidewalk<\/strong>. Although this doesn't take very long there are actually several things to consider during this initial examination.<\/p>\n  <p>Remember to <strong>check<\/strong> the following <strong>sub-checklist<\/strong> items (at the very least) and <strong>record<\/strong> your observations using the <strong>form field<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     The condition of the mailbox (if present)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     The location of the property (noise pollution, neighboring houses, etc.)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Road and sidewalk condition (cracks, potholes, etc.)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Sidewalk observations <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"walk-around-the-garden\">\n <h2>Walk around the garden<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>In this case, the scenic route is the way to go, as the<strong> garden<\/strong> now requires <strong>examination.<\/strong> As with the sidewalk, <strong>note your observations<\/strong> using the <strong>form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n  <p>Start off with the simple aspects, such as whether any <strong>garbage<\/strong> is present on the grounds or if the <strong>plot is maintained<\/strong> satisfactorily. Then move on to examine the <strong>placement of plants<\/strong>; trees and bushes should ideally not grow in close proximity to the property and&nbsp;<em>especially<\/em> should <strong>not overhang the roof<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p>Enquire as to whether any <strong>trees<\/strong> on the property have measures in place to <strong>contain their roots<\/strong> - although they may not be a problem now, extra protection for years to come is not something to be sniffed at.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Garden condition <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"examine-minor-exterior-structures\">\n <h2>Examine minor exterior structures<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Now that the natural aspects of the garden are recorded, the <strong>man-made features<\/strong> come under the microscope. <strong>Record your findings<\/strong> in the <strong>form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Minor exterior structures <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>All minor exterior structures need to be inspected for <strong>general wear and tear<\/strong>, along with the condition of their <strong>paint<\/strong> (if applicable), any <strong>stains<\/strong> and their very<strong> presence in the first place<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Remember<\/strong> to check:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Decking\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Patios\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Fences\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Small sheds\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Exterior lighting\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-drainage-system\">\n <h2>Inspect drainage system<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Water can severely damage a property's foundations if not properly accounted for, so the <strong>drainage system must be carefully inspected.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Ensure that <strong>gutters and drainpipes<\/strong> are <strong>firmly attached<\/strong> with<strong> no blockages<\/strong>. You also need to assess the position of the home in relation to the exterior; will <strong>water flow<\/strong> towards the property? If so, have measures such as <strong>sufficient drainage<\/strong> been put in place to prevent potential flooding?<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Drainage system condition <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"ensure-the-roof-is-in-order\">\n <h2>Ensure the roof is in order<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>No new homeowner wishes to move in, only to have their roof literally fall in around them.<\/p>\n  <p>The most immediate way to tell if a roof is not up to scratch is to see if the<strong> fascia and ridge lines<\/strong> are level. You do not necessarily need to climb a ladder up there and use a construction level, a simple<strong> visual evaluation<\/strong> to check that the lines are straight will suffice.<\/p>\n  <p>Other than being level, you must also visually inspect the <strong>condition of the roof<\/strong>, noting any <strong>damage<\/strong> present (such as broken tiles or even holes). Any <strong>chimneys<\/strong> must be taken into consideration also.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Roof condition <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"external-and-internal\">\n <h2>External and internal:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-sure-the-walls-are-straight\">\n <h2>Make sure the walls are straight<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>This may seem like a no-brainer, but both<strong> internal and external walls<\/strong> need to be checked to make certain they are&nbsp;<strong>straight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p>One of the easiest (and by far the fastest) ways to see that the house has structural problems is to... Well,&nbsp;<em>see<\/em> it.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Take a look at all walls<\/strong>&nbsp;on the site and, using a <strong>construction level<\/strong>, check that all walls are level. Any which <strong>bow, sag or lean<\/strong> when obviously not intended to should be <strong>noted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Wall level condition <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p class=\"style-warning\">Pay special attention to the <strong>upper levels<\/strong>, as bulging or leaning walls are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homebuilding.co.uk\/repairing-walls-structural-problems\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">more commonly seen<\/a> around door or window reveals at roof level.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"look-for-cracks-in-the-walls\">\n <h2>Look for cracks in the walls<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Once again simple to do, <strong>all walls<\/strong> must also be<strong> checked for any cracks<\/strong> both inside and outside the property.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Although the cause of cracks can vary from shoddy workmanship to inevitable issues such as thermal movement, <strong>all visual cracks<\/strong> (including those in wall plaster and following brick mortar) are <strong>a sign that something is wrong<\/strong> and a professional needs to be contacted.<\/p>\n  <p>Any and all cracks should be <strong>noted down<\/strong> in the&nbsp;<strong>form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Wall cracks <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p class=\"style-info\">For a full run explanation of the potential causes of cracks (and what can be done in terms of remedial work), head over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homebuilding.co.uk\/repairing-walls-structural-problems\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Homebuilding's page<\/a> on the topics.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"note-down-wall-coverings\">\n <h2>Note down wall coverings<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>A property's <strong>exterior and interior covering<\/strong> can greatly vary, but all must be included in the home inspection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n  <p>Remember that any obvious <strong>significant faults<\/strong> (such as large cracks) should be <strong>discussed with a professional<\/strong>, however, in general:<\/p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Bricks - check that none are broken, cracked or missing<\/li>\n   <li>Aluminum or Vinyl - look for dents, bowing, loose sections or general damage<\/li>\n   <li>Stucco - check for large cracks<\/li>\n   <li>Wood - ensure no rotten, decayed or missing segments<\/li>\n   <li>Paint - should not flake or be mismatched<\/li>\n   <li>Wallpaper - check for bubbles, peeling or mold<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p>Any <strong>vines<\/strong> or general plant life attached to the exterior should also be noted.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Wall covering condition <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-visual-foundations\">\n <h2>Inspect visual foundations<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Any and all <strong>visual foundations<\/strong>&nbsp;<em>must<\/em> be<strong> inspected<\/strong> for possible faults. Note that, even if using a professional home inspector, only a&nbsp;<strong>licensed structural engineer<\/strong> can give <strong>written confirmation<\/strong> of the state of your foundations.<\/p>\n  <p>If you obtain this written confirmation, <strong>upload a copy<\/strong> of it to the <strong>form field<\/strong> below. Otherwise, <strong>note your observations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"file-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Foundation written confirmation <\/label>\n   <div class=\"file-container\">\n    <button type=\"button\" disabled class=\"btn btn-default\"> <i class=\"fa fa-upload btn-icon\"><\/i> File will be uploaded here <\/button>\n   <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Foundation observations <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Search for <strong>cracks, uneven foundation levels, and possible sinking<\/strong>. Look at <strong>external pathways<\/strong> or driveways; although not fool-proof they can often reflect the state of the house's foundations.<\/p>\n  <p>Any <strong>small cracks<\/strong> in the main concrete slab supporting the property can be considered <strong>relatively normal<\/strong>; <strong>larger or visibly deep cracks<\/strong> need to once again be examined by a <strong>structural engineer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p>If a<strong> crawl space<\/strong> is present, <strong>check underneath<\/strong> that the soil below is <strong>dry<\/strong> and that<strong> no salt deposits<\/strong>&nbsp;(both signs of water) are present on the supporting walls. <strong>Cracks<\/strong> or <strong>uneven supporting walls<\/strong> need to be noted, along with any presence of water as these can all lead to expensive repairs. The same is generally true of <strong>basements<\/strong>; ensure they are <strong>dry<\/strong> and <strong>no cracks<\/strong> are present.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>For more information<\/strong>, take a look at HomeownerSeries' videos on the topic, the first of which is below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"video-content\">\n  <div class=\"iframe-container\">\n   <iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MS6YeCC4nJI?modestbranding=1&amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\"> <\/iframe>\n  <\/div><!-- No description -->\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"search-for-rotten-wood\">\n <h2>Search for rotten wood<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Any <strong>wooden surfaces<\/strong> (including floors, supporting beams and sheds) now need to be inspected for <strong>rotten patches<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Test<\/strong> exposed areas (such as joist ends or skirting board joins) by <strong>gently prodding<\/strong> with a <strong>screwdriver<\/strong> or something similar. <strong>Soft areas<\/strong> should be <strong>noted<\/strong> down in the <strong>form field<\/strong> below, as this a <strong>tell-tale sign<\/strong> of either wet or dry<strong> rot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Signs of rotten wood <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"look-for-signs-of-termites\">\n <h2>Look for signs of termites<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Whilst checking the condition of wooden surfaces on the site, it is also worth searching for <strong>signs of termites<\/strong>. Considering that termite damage can cost the&nbsp;<em>average<\/em> homeowner <a href=\"http:\/\/ransfordpc.com\/2013\/12\/how-much-does-a-termite-infestation-actually-cost\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">$3000<\/a> in repairs, this step can be just as vital as any foundation inspection.<\/p>\n  <p>Search on the <strong>floor near wooden surfaces<\/strong> (inside the house, external garage or shed) for <strong>small pellets<\/strong> indicating termite <strong>exit holes<\/strong>; these holes can be seen without pellets necessarily being present, and so the wooden itself must also be inspected.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Tap all walls<\/strong> with the handle of a screwdriver or something similar, ensuring no damage can be caused whilst doing so. Listen for the <strong>sound<\/strong> of those same <strong>pellets falling down<\/strong> the other side of the walls.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Note<\/strong> down the <strong>location<\/strong> of any <strong>signs of termites<\/strong> in the form field below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Signs of termites <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p class=\"style-info\">Any termite presence requires the assistance of an <strong>exterminator<\/strong> to remove.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"check-the-windows\">\n <h2>Check the windows<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>The <strong>windows<\/strong> must now be inspected. Use a <strong>construction level<\/strong> to be certain that all windows are level, whilst also checking that no <strong>glass<\/strong> is broken or warped.<\/p>\n  <p>Be certain that all windows are properly<strong> sealed<\/strong>, and open windows where possible to <strong>test<\/strong> them. Remember to <strong>record your findings<\/strong> and <strong>leave<\/strong> the windows in the <strong>same state<\/strong> you found them (open or closed).<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Condition of windows <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-all-doors\">\n <h2>Inspect all doors<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>The final step of features common both externally and internally in the house inspection, all <strong>doors<\/strong> must be accounted for. This includes the front and back door, along with any inside the property.<\/p>\n  <p>Check each door, assessing and noting the following<strong> sub-checklist<\/strong> items in the <strong>form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     The base material condition\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Presence of uneven or flaky paint\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     The state of any door handles\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     The presence of a working door bell\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     How smoothly it opens and closes\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     If any locks are present, and whether they work\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Door notes <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"interior-general\">\n <h2>Interior general:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"make-sure-that-all-plumbing-works\">\n <h2>Make sure that all plumbing works<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>All plumbing features should be in <strong>full working order&nbsp;<\/strong>with a <strong>strong flow<\/strong> and <strong>suitably heated<\/strong> water where required. Remember to check:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     All sinks\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Toilets\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Any bathing equipment\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Sewage disposal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Once again, note down any<strong> blockages<\/strong> or <strong>lack of running water<\/strong> at any point in the network using the<strong> form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Plumbing notes <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"double-check-the-electrics\">\n <h2>Double check the electrics<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Although a rather large task, it is absolutely vital to ensure all<strong> electrical elements<\/strong> in the property are <strong>working<\/strong>, both for utility and safety reasons.<\/p>\n  <p>Remember to check:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Circuit breakers\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Main panel\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Open electrical splices (there should be none)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Lights (all should work)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Outlets (ensure they are grounded)\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Ceiling and exhaust fans\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Whilst testing the electrical elements of a property ensure that all necessary <strong>safety measures<\/strong> are taken (such as wearing protective gear), and <strong>if unsure<\/strong> how to carry out a specific test you should <strong>consult a professional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Record<\/strong> your findings in the<strong> form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Electrics notes <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p class=\"style-info\">Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/electrical-inspection-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Electrical Inspection Checklist<\/a> for detailed instructions on&nbsp;how to evaluate the property's electrical system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"examine-the-appliances\">\n <h2>Examine the appliances<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>No home would be complete without <strong>appliances.&nbsp;<\/strong>Check that<strong>&nbsp;they are all working properly.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n  <p><strong>Test<\/strong> and <strong>note<\/strong> down the condition of features, using (at least) the <strong>sub-checklist<\/strong> below and the following <strong>form field<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"multi-select-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> (Subtasks) <\/label>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"items\">\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      1\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Oven\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      2\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Refrigerator\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      3\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Freezer\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      4\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Stove\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      5\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Microwave\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      6\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Washing machine\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      7\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Dishwasher\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      8\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Garbage disposal\n    <\/div><\/li>\n   <li class=\"item\">\n    <div class=\"step-number-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-number\">\n      9\n     <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"step-checkbox-container\">\n     <div class=\"step-checkbox\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"item-name-static\">\n     Smoke detectors\n    <\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Appliances notes <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"inspect-the-heating-elements\">\n <h2>Inspect the heating elements<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>When buying a property in the summer you should always bear in mind the potential of the property in winter, and vice versa, hence the <strong>heating elements<\/strong> should now be inspected.<\/p>\n  <p>If possible, <strong>note when<\/strong> any<strong> heating elements<\/strong> such as the boiler were<strong> last serviced<\/strong> or inspected and other important observations using the <strong>form field<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"textarea-field-content form-field-content\">\n  <div class=\"form-group\">\n   <label> Heating elements notes <\/label> <textarea placeholder=\"Something will be typed here...\" rows=\"3\" disabled class=\"form-control\"><\/textarea>\n  <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <p>Examine the <strong>primary source of heat<\/strong> (e.g, the furnace) and assess whether it will be <strong>adequate<\/strong> to heat the entire property. Check the <strong>placement of radiators<\/strong>; if underneath a window consider that most of the generated heat will be wasted without the use of thick curtains.<\/p>\n  <p>Ensure that there is absolutely<strong> no smell of fuel or gas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n  <p>Congratulations on completing the home inspection checklist!<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"sources\">\n <h2>Sources:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <ul>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/taramastroeni\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tara Mastroeni<\/a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/freshome.com\/2014\/10\/24\/10-things-every-buyer-should-know-about-home-inspections\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">10 Things Every Buyer Should Know About Home Inspections<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.spaceinthecity.com\/blog\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rusty Sinclair<\/a> - <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spaceinthecity.com\/blog\/10-interesting-facts-home-inspection\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">10 Interesting Fact About Home Inspection<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/eweintraub\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Elizabeth Weintraub<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/homebuying.about.com\/od\/homeshopping\/qt\/091107_homeinsp.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.realtor.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">National Association of Realtors<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.realtor.org\/field-guides\/field-guide-to-home-inspections\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Field Guide to Home Inspections<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/amyfontinelle\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Amy Fontinelle<\/a> - <a href=\"http:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/articles\/mortgages-real-estate\/08\/home-inspection.asp\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Do You Need a Home Inspection?<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.inspectamerica.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">InspectAmerica<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.inspectamerica.com\/Home_Inspection_Library\/Home_Inspection_Checklists\/inspection_checklists.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklists<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.totalhomeinspection.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Total Home Inspection<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.totalhomeinspection.com\/totalhomeinspectionchecklist.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Total Home Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jim-gorman-3a00531a\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jim Gorman<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.popularmechanics.com\/home\/interior-projects\/how-to\/a3431\/best-home-inspection-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklist: 25 Places to Watch<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vertex42.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Vertex42<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vertex42.com\/ExcelTemplates\/home-inspection-checklist.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklist Template<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/americanhomeinspectordirectory\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">American Home Inspectors Directory<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.americanhomeinspectordirectory.com\/inspection-checklist.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zillow.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Zillow<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.zillow.com\/home-buying-guide\/home-inspection-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homeownerseries.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Homeowner Series<\/a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MS6YeCC4nJI\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Inspection - Foundations - Part 1 of 3<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">eHow<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PLBXpFB-qAo\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Termite Information : How to Check for Termites<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ericrichmond1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Eric Richmond<\/a> -&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/ransfordpc.com\/2013\/12\/how-much-does-a-termite-infestation-actually-cost\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How Much Does a Termite Infestation Actually Cost?<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"related-checklists\">\n <h2>Related checklists:<\/h2>\n <div class=\"text-content\">\n  <ul>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/pre-listing-house-cleaning-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Pre-Listing House Cleaning Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/home-staging-guide\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Home Staging Guide<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/house-viewing-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">House Viewing Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/real-estate-listing\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Real Estate Listing<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/end-of-tenancy-cleaning-service-guide\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">End of Tenancy Cleaning Service Guide<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/real-estate-sales-process\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Real Estate Sales Process<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/tenant-screening-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Tenant Screening Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/tenant-onboarding-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Tenant Onboarding Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/tenant-move-out-checklist-for-landlords\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Tenant Move-Out Checklist for Landlords<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/tenant-eviction-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Tenant Eviction Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/landlord-screening-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Landlord Screening Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/landlord-onboarding-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Landlord Onboarding Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/landlord-offboarding-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Landlord Offboarding Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/apartment-building-maintenance-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Apartment Building Maintenance Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n   <li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.process.st\/checklist\/maintenance-log-setup-checklist\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span>Maintenance Log Setup Checklist<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction: You've seen a property you like, but how can you trust the information given to you by the estate agent or seller? 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