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Buyers Checklist to use in preparation for your home inspection.

From your friends at The Home Inspection Man 888 690-6903

Please note: More than likely the buyers will come to the inspection. Please have the house clean. Don’t leave dishes in the sink, pans in the oven, or cars in the garage. Also, change all filters prior to the inspection. Consider having something (water) for buyers to drink. Leave your # for the inspector if he has any questions about the operation of your home

GENERAL

1.______All Utilities turned on.

2.______ Access clear to the electrical panel, crawl space, Attic space, and garage walls

3.______Please remove or put up pets Exterior

4. ______Make sure water drains away from the House (downspout and splash blocks away from house)

5.______Fix any loose shingles or nail pops on the roof

6_______Clean gutters and clear downspouts

7._______Check wood trim joints for softness and caulk

8._______Check any steps for loose bricks or wood

9._______Check any handrail for looseness

10.______If there is a deck check for weathering wood

11. ______Check to make sure there is no wood or fallen insulation is on the ground under either.

12. ______Make sure hose bibs aren’t loose or leaking

13._______Add anti-siphon attachment to hose bib if it doesn’t have one.

Garage

14.______Check auto reverse on automobile door

15. ______Check garage walls for termite (mud) tubes

16. ______Clear items off garage walls.

17. ______Make sure fire rating (drywall is not compromised

INTERIOR

18.______Check all window for opening and closing

19. ______Check all windows that he stay up on their own

20._______Check all windows for broken seals / cracks

21._______Check all outlet covers for loose or missing

22._______Make sure all doors open and close without rubbing

23._______Check walls and doors for punctures from door handle or from door stop

24._______Check ceiling fans on all 3 speeds for wobbling

25. _______Check and replace all burned out light bulbs.

26. _______Consider getting carpet cleaned and re-stretched if needed.

27._______Check for and fix any holes/nail pops in walls/ceiling Kitchens and Bathrooms

28.________Fill all sink basins, drain, check for leaks

29.________Check disposal and dishwasher

30.________Check cabinets for looseness and rubbing

31.________Check that all burners and elements work on stove an oven

32.________Check counter and splash block for needed caulking

33.________Check for loose tiles

34.________Check the toilet for cracks or loose/rocking toilets

35.________Check flush and supply and the toilet cuts off

36. ________Make sure hot and cold aren’t reversed (hot is on left)

37.________Check all faucets for water pressure. Try cleaning out aerators/screens

38. ________Check laundry connection for leaks

39._________Check water heater (TPR valve two) for leaks

40._________Check for tripped or missing breakers.

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