Inspection Checklist

A professional home inspector will visually examine all parts of a home and property. Items on your inspection report will include:

FOUNDATIONS, BASEMENTS, AND STRUCTURES
Basement floor and walls, proper drainage and ventilation, evidence of water seepage.

EXTERIOR SIDING, WINDOWS, DOORS
Exterior walls, windows, and doors; porches, decks, and balconies; garage.

ROOF
Roof type and materials, condition of gutters and downspouts.

INTERIOR PLUMBING SYSTEM
Hot and cold water system; the waste system and sewage disposal; water pressure and flow; and hot water equipment.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Type of service, the number of circuits, type of protections, outlet grounding, and the load balance.

CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM
Energy source, type of cooling equipment, capacity, and distribution.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
Energy source, type of cooling equipment, capacity, and distribution.

INTERIOR WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS, WINDOWS AND DOORS
Walls, floors, ceilings, stairways, cabinets, and countertops.

ATTIC
Structural, insulation, and ventilation information.

FIREPLACE
Notes about the chimney, damper, and masonry.

GARAGE
Doors, walls, floor, opener.

APPLIANCES
Includes a wide range of built-in and other home appliances, smoke detectors, and television/cable hookups.

LOT AND LANDSCAPING
Ground slope away from foundation, condition of walks, steps, and driveway.