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WALK-THROUGH CHECKLIST page 5
Specific Checkpoints (Continued)
APPLIANCES, FIXTURES, SURFACES, ETC.
• Do all of the appliances operate properly?
• Are all of the appliances the model and color you ordered?
• Check all faucets and plumbing fixtures, including toilets and showers.
• Check all electrical fixtures and outlets. Bring a hair dryer to test them.
• Test the heating, cooling and water heating units.
• If the home has a fireplace, do the draft and damper work?
• Are there any nicks, scratches, cracks or burns on any surfaces, including cabinets and countertops?
• Test the doorbell. Also test the intercom system, garage door opener and any other optional items.
BASEMENT AND ATTIC
• Are there indications of dampness or leaks?
• Is there significant cracking in the floors or foundation walls?
• Are there any obvious defects in exposed components, such as floor joists, I-beams, support columns, insulation, heating ducts, plumbing, electrical, etc.?
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
• Has your local municipality signed off on your house?
Some problems may not be readily apparent during the walk-through. Even a professional inspector might miss a few. Most warranties cover any such problems that are the result of faulty workmanship. However, warranties usually exclude problems that result from owner neglect or improper maintenance.
Information courtesy The National Association of Home Builders
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