HOMESPEC'S
"FREE" WALK-THROUGH INSPECTION FORM
NYS. License Home Inspector
John Graham #16000005054
ASHI. Certified #206772
NAHI. Certified #10-9079
NYS. Termite #C1810801
Many buyers choose to perform a walk-through or
pre-settlement inspection prior to the settlement date to review the property's
condition. A systematic review of the building's components prior to settlement
or as soon thereafter as possible will help you develop a baseline of the
building's condition and will provide a status report on any agreed upon repairs
or modifications.
| General |
N/A |
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NO |
OTHER |
| Any major changes to the property? |
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| Agreed upon modifications or repairs
completed? |
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| Receipts/warranties/guarantees
provided by repair contractors? |
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| Pest control clearance provided? |
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| Roofing |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Indications of roof leakage? |
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| Gutters and downspouts secure? |
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| Signs of roof surface, flashings,
vent or chimney damage? |
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| Exterior |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| New cracks, paint peeling or other
visible defects? |
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| Trip hazards, cracking in the
walkways, driveway, or steps? |
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| Plants growing on the building? |
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| Stairway, deck, porch and other
railings secure and proper? |
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| New cracks or indications of
retaining wall failure? |
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| Signs of inadequate surface drainage? |
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| Openings into the building at trim,
flashings, chimneys, etc.? |
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| Signs of soil movement in areas
around building? |
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| Subfloor Area/Basement |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Accessible areas dry? |
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| Indications of new water entry? |
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| Sump pump operational? |
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| Indications of new foundation
cracking or movement? |
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| Musty odors or signs of mold or
mildew? |
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| Interior |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Stains, cracks or damage to interior
walls, ceilings or floors |
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| Cracked or broken windows? |
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| Windows and window latches operate
properly? |
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| Doors and door latches operate
properly? |
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| New stains or leaks at kitchen,
bathroom or laundry sinks? |
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| Interior staircases have safe, secure
handrails? |
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| Smoke Alarms in hallways, on each
floor, in each bedroom? |
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| Kitchen & Bathrooms |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Appliances functional? |
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| Cabinets, countertops, sinks or
floors damaged? |
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| Garage |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Vehicle doors functional? |
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| Fire-rated doors provided? |
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| Automatic door opener reverse
properly? |
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| Fire-rated surfaces at house walls,
attic and subfloor areas? |
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| Indications of dampness or mildew? |
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| Electrical |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Light fixtures operate? |
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| Outlets functional? |
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| Smoke detectors provided and
functional? |
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| Doorbell operational? |
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| GFCI outlets at kitchen, bathrooms,
exterior and garage? |
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| GFCI devices functional? |
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| Dangling or exposed wiring? |
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| Extension, lamp cord, or zip cord
used as permanent wiring? |
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| Plumbing |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Adequate water flow at fixtures and
drains? |
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| Faucet or drain pipe leaks? |
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| Adequate water pressure? |
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| Hot water provided? |
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| Clothes washer and dryer functional? |
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| Water heater adequately strapped |
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| Water heater has proper
pressure/temperature relief? |
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| Heating/Cooling |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| System functional? |
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| Serviced recently? |
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| Adequate heat/cooling distribution to
rooms? |
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| Fireplace |
N/A |
YES |
NO |
OTHER |
| Safety check on older fireplaces and
chimneys? |
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| Dampers operational? |
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| Fire boxes need repair? |
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| Spark arrestor and rain cap
installed? |
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Signed:________________________________________
Dated: _______________________________
Form provided
courtesy of Homespec home inspections
If you would like to arrange for any of our services please
call us at:
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(call 7 days a week from 9am to 9pm)
or
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