Home Inspection Form
Area Or Item Ok Work to be done Comments
Floors (Check each room for the following)
Carpets clean and in good repair
No spots or discoloration
Wood floors in good repair
Baseboards clean and in good repair
Floor electrical sockets clean and working
Tile or linoleum no cracks or breaks
No bubbles or sloping
No discoloration
Does furniture need to be moved for inspection?
Walls (Check each room for the following)
Do wall hangings need to be removed for inspection?
Walls clean with no cracks
Wallpaper seams (top and bottom) secure
Holes patched and painted
No discoloration
Light fixtures in good repair
Switch plates in good repair
Socket plates in good repair
Mirrors and glass unbroken and not stained
Doors (Check each room for the following)
Paint or finish in good repair
No discoloration
No chipping or loose panels
P Move smoothly and no dragging
Handles, hinges, and locks work well No squeaks
Windows and Window Coverings
No broken glass
No cracks in frames
Open and close easily
Hinges in good shape
Latches, handles, and cranks in good shape
Slide smoothly and tracks clean
All locks working well
Drapes and curtains clean and in good repair
Blinds in good shape and working well
Pull cords in good shape
Drapes operating smoothly
Curtain rods straight and attached well
No discoloration on walls or coverings
Ceilings (Check each room for the following)
No stains or discoloration
No damage
Faint or finish in good repair
Acoustic in good repair
Light fixtures in good repair
Track lighting working properly
Kitchen
Refrigerator clean and in good repair (if it stays)
Dishwasher clean and in good repair
Stoves and ovens clean and in good repair
Switches and buttons in good shape
All drip pans in place and in good shape
Sink in good shape (no chips or stains)
Cupboards, shelves, etc. in good order
Faucets not discolored or stained
Faucets, sinks, and pipes no leaks or drips
Window coverings in good shape
Garbage disposal working properly
All other appliances working properly
Living Room
Does it have a good feel?
Good traffic flow
Enough room for furniture
Good lighting
Fireplace, hearth, and mantel is what you want
Convenient to other rooms
Drapes and curtains clean and in good shape
Blinds in good repair
Shelves secure
Is noise a problem?
Wet bar in good order
Bathrooms
Bathtub clean (no stains or chips)
Soap holders in place
Tile walls (no chipping or peeling)
Grout in good shape
No mildew stains
Shower curtains/doors clean and in good shape
No water stains
Faucets and handles in good order
Cabinets and cupboards adequate
Any evidence of leaks ?
Toilet and toilet seat in good repair
Towel holders affixed properly and secure
All drains working well
Any other devices working right
Mirrors in good shape
Bedrooms
Enough room for furniture
Good lighting
Sun faces room at the right time of the day
Windowsills in good repair
Curtains/drapes/blinds clean and in good shape
Accessible to bathrooms
Lots of privacy
Closets large enough
View is okay
Good ventilation (heating and cooling)
Closets
Enough closets
Enough hanging space
Well lit
Hanging bars secure and straight
Walls in good shape
No odor
All shelves in place and secure
Laundry Area
No odor
Well lit
Exhaust connected properly
No gas odor
Cabinet and shelves in good order
Proper connections for your appliances
Sink in good repair (if there is one)
No swelling in floors from leaks
Staircases
Handrails, top and bottom posts secure
Stairs tight and no squeaks
Does sound carry through the house?
Tile, carpet or other covering secure
No rails protruding
Side slats and vertical rail secure
Decorative knobs and pieces secure
Good lighting on entire staircase
Plenty of head room
Pull-down staircase working smoothly
Shelves, Bookcases, and Drawers
Shelves level and secure
Finish or covering in good shape
Adequate lighting
Drawers move easily
Handles and knobs are tight
Fireplaces and Wood Stoves
Chimney clean with no excessive burn marks
Grate in place and in good shape
Fireplace tools in good repair (if staying)
All fans and heating units in good repair
Any signs of leaks—no gas odor
Mantel and hearth in good shape
Screens or doors working well
Gas lighters and fans working properly
Electrical
Adequate number of outlets in every room
All switches and plugs operative
Specialty lighting working properly
Any burned areas around switches or plugs?
No open wiring or plugs
Dimmers working properly
Wall plates in good repair
Full cords in good shape
Heating and Cooling
Units and thermostats working properly
If propane, is tank accessible year round?
Vent covers in place and working properly
Window units secure and sealed
Exposed ducting clean
Pilot lights stay lit
Basement
Well lit
No odor
Dry
Is area usable?
Safe stairways
Easy entry and exit
Shelves and cabinets in good repair
Anything scary about the area?
Any live bugs or other critters?
Well ventilated
Sound Inspection
Showers and tubs running—how much noise?
Staircases—does sound carry?
Conversations in rooms—does it carry?
Does noise from appliances carry?
Noise from outside
Security System
Operates properly
Instructions available
Attic
No odor and well ventilated
Shelves and cabinets in good repair
No leaks
Anything scary about the area?
Easy entry and exit
Well lit
Porches, Patios, and Entryways
Convenient access to other rooms
Is there a coat hanging area?
No uncomfortable steps
Well lit
No odor
Any rotting or damage?
Locks and doors in good repair
Stairs and guardrails in good shape
Deck or flooring in good repair
Floors and decks level
Glass and screens in good shape
Garage
Well lit with doors open or closed
Neatly arranged with no excessive storage
Rafter area in good repair
Stains and spots removed from garage floor
All cabinets and shelves in good repair
Workbenches in good repair
Washer and dryer accessible with cars inside
Fans and ventilation in good order
Doors and windows secure
Doggy door in good repair
Good storage for tools, equipment, etc.
Electric outlets working
Garage door opener in good repair
Appliances out of the way
Pools, Spas, and Saunas
Decks in good repair
Proper chemical balance in the water
All pumps, heating, and drains in good repair
Skimmers, hoses, cleaners operative
Ladders, slides, diving boards in good order
Pool furniture well maintained
Safety equipment and signs in place
Gates lock properly and doors close tightly
Lighting works properly
Heating units and timers work properly
Door closes and seals well
Good storage for equipment
No mildew or odor
Home Exterior
Foundation in good shape and no cracks
Exterior finishes in good shape with no chipping
No discoloration from water splashes, drains, or the sun
Window frames caulked well and in good shape
Eaves not peeling, chipping, or molding
Crawl spaces covered and accessible
Vents and eave vents opened and screened
Any wooden structures against house? Termites?
Bushes and trees trimmed away from the house
Exterior doors clean, properly finished, and working well
Roof
No low spots or sagging
No missing tiles or shakes
No leaks
No antennas or satellites causing damage
No stain or discoloration
No wires connected which cause damage
Gutters secure and clean
Caulking in good shape
No trees or bushes scraping the roof
Yard
Do you like the yard?
Grass, bushes, and trees in good shape
Sprinkler system working properly
Driveways, sidewalks, and walkways free of stains
Fences in good repair
Parking areas in good shape
Animal areas in good shape