HOME INSPECTION CHECKLIST


Buyers Checklist
Drainage/Water Problems House A House B House C
Is the basement damp or showing any signs of water damage? - - -
Does the property slope away from the house? - - -
Is there any mould on the exterior woodwork? - - -
Is the paint or wallpaper bubbling or peeling? - - -
Does the basment smell musty or damp? - - -
Are there any indications of water or drain backup? - - -
Foundation/Structure -
Are there any cracks in the basement walls? - - -
Is there any cracking or separation in the exterior walls? - - -
Have any exterior walls been repaired for sagging? - - -
Is there any brickwork crumbling or deteriorating? - - -
Are the bricks spalling? - - -
Is there efflorescence on the brickwork? - - -
Roof -
Is the roof missing any shingles or flashing? - - -
Are the shingles cracking, curling or bending? - - -
Ask the age of the roof (asphalt shingles may only last 20 years) - - -
Kitchen -
Has the kitchen been updated recently? - - -
Assess the quality of the kitchen? - - -
Is there sufficient space for your appliances (fridge/stove) - - -
Bathrooms
Assess the quality of the bathroom, fixtures and cabinetry - - -
Does the bathroom have ventilation to the outside? - - -
Is the paint or wallpaper peeling, blistering or bubbling? - - -
Is there mildew on the bathtub? - - -
Interior Structure -- - --
Do the floors appear level? - - -
Are the stairs creaking or uneven? - - -
Plumbing - - -
Is there any discoloration in the sinks or toilet indicating galvanized piping? - - -
Are there any leaks or discoloration under sinks or toilets? - - -
Is the water heater more than 5 years old? - - -
s the water pressure in the taps and toilets sufficient? - - -
Electrical - - -
Does the property have modern circuit breakers or fuses? - - -
Is the service of the property less than a 100 amp? - - -
Does the property have any knob and tube wiring? - - -
Are all lights or switches operative? - - -
Furnace or Heating System -
Is there any discoloration from fuel oil around the furnace or tank? km - km
Is there any smell of gas around the furnace? km - km
Is a significant portion of the house heated electrically? km - km
Determine annual heating bill km - km
Determine the age of the furnace or heating system km - km
Is the house airconditioned, if not can it be accommodated? km - km
Insulation -
Is the roof or attic area of the property properly insulated (R20+) - - -
Has the house been insulated with UFFI? - - -
Are any pipes insulated with asbestos? - - -

Source: www.terrequity.com



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