A Checklist For A New Home
Outside· Does the ground around the foundation slope away from the house? · Be sure that water does not pond in swales. To check, water the areas with a hose if possible. · Are there signs of erosion? · Is shrubbery planted at least 2 to 3 feet from the foundation? · Are basement window wells clean and graveled? · Are shingles flat and tight? · Is flashing securely in place? · Do gutters, down spouts and splash blocks drain away from the house? · Are windows and doors sealed and protected by weather stripping? · Are trim and filling tight, and without cracks? · Does paint should cover the surfaces and trim smoothly? Inside· Are all doors and windows sealed and do they open and close easily? · Are they the same as noted in the contract? · Are any glass panes loose or cracked? · Is the painting satisfactory in all rooms, closets and stairways? · Did the painters didn't miss any spots? · Is the carpet tight and do the seams match? · Are there any ridges or seam gaps in vinyl tile or flooring? · Do the floors squeak? · If wooden floors, are they properly finished? · Do the major appliances operate properly? · Are the appliances the right color and model? · Do all faucets and plumbing fixtures, including toilets and showers, to be sure they operate properly? · Do heating, cooling and water heating units operate properly? · Do the fireplace draft and damper work? · Are there nicks, scratches, cracks or bumps on any surfaces, including cabinets and counter tops? · Did you ring the doorbell and test the intercom, garage door opener and other like items? · Have you seen indications of dampness or leaks? · Are there any obvious defects in exposed components (such as floor joists, I-beams, support columns, insulation, heating ducts, plumbing, electrical, etc.)? Certificate Of Occupancy· Has your local municipality signed off on your house? Note: A new-house inspection is often more extensive because buyers expect the property to be in near-perfect condition. Resale-home buyers, on the other hand, usually overlook minor flaws that come with an older, previously lived-in home.Be sure to document all items that need to be corrected before closing. If you have a professional home inspection, also make sure you do a final walk-through before closing to confirm that all items on the inspector's report have been corrected
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