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House
Evaluation Checklist Customize this checklist by adding the "must have" features from your Housing Priorities Checklist. When looking at properties, evaluate them thoroughly. Take pictures to help remember details.
Property location:___________________________________ |
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Outside ⃞
Cracks
in foundation, driveway, sidewalks? ⃞
Proper
drainage near foundation/slab (such as gravel)…trees and shrubs two feet away
from house? ⃞ Landscaping—mature
trees to provide summer shade, especially on west side, all trees are living? ⃞ Adequate
yard? ⃞
Roof—check
for worn signs on shingles. ⃞
Gutters—free
of dust, dents, leaks, leaves. ⃞ Siding—If
paint, is it bubbling or are many layers showing thickness? ⃞
Windows—single
or double pane—tight fitting? ⃞ Do eaves hang over siding to provide adequate protection from storms? Basement
⃞
Cracks—find
them all, this could mean the foundation has shifted, causing poor fitting doors
and windows and leaks in house. Also, could lead to flooding. ⃞ Stains—look
for water stains on walls and ceiling—dry wall may be damaged. ⃞
Fuse
box—200 amp service? ⃞
Heating,
AC, water heater, water softener—do they appear to be in good repair? Check
for servicing decals on each appliance to see if they've been maintained. ⃞
Construction
clues—look for an unfinished section to see the construction used—beams,
floor joists, and subflooring may be visible—are they sturdy? Solid? Attic
⃞
Condition
of insulation (fiberglass or blown) how thick? ⃞ Ventilation—whole house fan? Ridge vent? Eaves venting? ⃞ Opportunities
for storage? ⃞
Check wood for signs of water damage. |
Kitchen
⃞
Modern, working appliances? Newer appliances may run quieter and more efficiently. ⃞
Adequate
storage? ⃞ Faucets easily turn on and off w/o dripping? Bathrooms
⃞
Big
enough tub or shower? ⃞
Enough
room when sitting in bathroom? ⃞
Fixture
colors okay? ⃞
Note
the brand on older homes (do-it-yourself or plumber's quality?)
House
Interiors
⃞
Check
walls and ceilings for water damage. ⃞
Will
carpeting/flooring need replacing or refinishing? ⃞
Do
you need interior painted? ⃞ Lighting—adequate
overhead lighting? ⃞
Electrical
outlets—enough? Three-pronged? Location
⃞
Jot
down addresses of neighboring homes to check appraised values later. ⃞
Schools—even
if you don't have children ⃞
Convenience—to
work, shopping, entertainment? ⃞ Heavy traffic or noise?
"Must
Haves" ⃞ ______________________________ ⃞ ______________________________ ⃞ ______________________________ ⃞ ______________________________ ⃞ ______________________________
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