Property Inspection Checklist

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Exterior - Roof & Siding

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Roof shingles / membrane — no missing, curling, or damaged sectionsGutters and downspouts — secure, clean, draining properlyFascia and soffit — no rot, damage, or pest entry pointsSiding — no cracks, holes, loose panels, or water damageExterior paint / finish — no peeling, blistering, or exposed surfacesChimney — no cracks, missing cap, or damaged flashing

Exterior - Windows & Doors

0/6

Windows — no broken panes, intact frames, functioning locksWindow screens — present and in good conditionExterior doors — secure, functioning locks, no damageWeather stripping — intact around all doors and windowsSliding doors / patio doors — tracks clean, locks functionalStorm doors / windows — secure and undamaged (if applicable)

Exterior - Foundation & Structure

0/7

Foundation — no visible cracks, settling, or water intrusionBasement / crawl space walls — no moisture, efflorescence, or bowingExterior grading — slopes away from foundationRetaining walls — structurally sound, no leaningPorches, decks, stairs — structurally sound, no rot or loose boardsRailings — secure and meet code height requirementsDriveway / walkways — no major cracks or trip hazards

Exterior - Landscaping & Grounds

0/7

Lawn condition — mowed, edged, no excessive weedsTrees / shrubs — trimmed away from structure and power linesFencing — intact, gates functional, no leaning sectionsIrrigation system — functional, no leaks (if applicable)Debris and trash — property clear of debris and dumpingSignage / address numbers — visible and compliantPool / spa — secured, covered, or maintained (if applicable)

Interior - General Condition

0/8

Floors — no damage, buckling, stains, or trip hazardsWalls — no holes, water stains, cracks, or moldCeilings — no sagging, stains, or water damageDoors — all interior doors open, close, and latch properlyStairs — structurally sound, handrails secureOdors — no mold, mildew, gas, or sewer smellEvidence of pests — no droppings, nesting, or damagePersonal property — removed or documented per requirements

Interior - Kitchen

0/6

Countertops — no cracks, burns, or water damageCabinets — doors and drawers functional, no damageSink and faucet — functional, no leaks, proper drainageAppliances — present and functional (if applicable)Exhaust fan / range hood — operationalFloor condition — no damage or water staining

Interior - Bathrooms

0/6

Toilet — functional, no leaks, secure to floorSink and faucet — functional, no leaks, proper drainageTub / shower — functional, no cracks, caulking intactTile and grout — intact, no missing or cracked tilesExhaust fan — operationalMirror and medicine cabinet — secure, no damage

Interior - Bedrooms & Living Areas

0/6

Windows — open, close, lock properlyClosets — doors functional, shelving secureOutlets and switches — functional, cover plates presentLight fixtures — functional, bulbs presentFlooring — consistent condition, no damageWalls and ceilings — no damage, stains, or mold

Systems - HVAC

0/7

Heating system — operational, no unusual noises or smellsCooling system — operational, appropriate temperature outputThermostat — functional, programmable settings workAir filters — clean or recently replacedDuctwork — no visible damage, disconnections, or excessive dustCondensate drain — clear, no blockage or leaksFuel source connections — secure, no leaks (gas, oil)

Systems - Plumbing

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Water supply — adequate pressure at all fixturesHot water — functional, appropriate temperatureWater heater — no leaks, proper venting, relief valve presentVisible pipes — no corrosion, leaks, or improper repairsShut-off valves — accessible and functionalDrains — all sinks, tubs, showers drain properlySump pump — operational (if applicable)Winterization status — noted if property is winterized

Systems - Electrical

0/7

Main panel — accessible, labeled, no signs of overheatingCircuit breakers — functional, properly sizedGFCI outlets — present in kitchens, baths, garage, exteriorOutlets and switches — functional, no sparking or heatLight fixtures — functional throughoutExterior lighting — functional at entries and walkwaysWiring — no exposed, frayed, or improperly spliced wires

Documentation & Reporting

0/8

Before photos — taken of all areas prior to workAfter photos — taken of all completed work itemsPhoto timestamps — all photos include date and timeUtility status — noted (on / off / winterized) for each utilityOccupancy status — confirmed (vacant / occupied / unknown)Property access — keys, lockbox, or access method documentedViolations or hazards — any code issues or safety concerns notedWork needed — recommended repairs or follow-up documented