Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Final Walkthrough Checklist for Homebuyers







GENERAL
Have all agreed-upon repairs been completed?

Has the associated paperwork been submitted?

Have the sellers removed any contents that are supposed to stay?

Is the home relatively clean and ready for new occupants?



WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS
Are there signs of new damage? (water damage, gouges, stains, etc.)



ELECTRICAL
Do all light fixtures work?


Does every outlet have power?


PLUMBING
Test each faucet. (On/off? Water pressure? Hot/cold water?)
Check under sinks for leaks

Do all toilets flush properly?

Are any drains clogged?


WINDOWS/DOORS
Do all windows open, close and lock properly?
Do they all have screens (if applicable)?
Do all exterior and interior and close properly?
Do the locks work?
If there’s an electric garage door, is it operational?

Do all cabinet doors/drawers open/close?



APPLIANCES
Do all appliances included in the home operate correctly?
Refrigerator

Dishwasher
Stove, cook-top, oven, microwave
Garbage disposal
Other specialized kitchen appliances (e.g., warming drawers, wine coolers, trash compactors)
Exhaust fans (kitchen and bath)

Heaters (bath)

Ceiling fans


HVAC
Test the furnace and/or air conditioning system
Are any vents blocked?


EXTERIOR
Has there been any damage to:
exterior walls or roof?

driveway?

doors open landscaping?
other structures on the property?

Contact me today for a FREE Homebuyer's Toolkit or to discuss market conditions in your neighbourhood!  Kim Louie at klouie@coldwellbankerpbr.com or www.kimlouie.net

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