Seller’s Checklist Before the Home Inspection* Before the inspection, complete the
suggested tasks for a smoother transaction: |
Exterior □ All
exterior doors should be accessible □ All
door locks should be operable □ Remove
debris from gutters/downspouts □ Trim
shrubs away from the foundation Interior □ All
interior areas should be accessible □ Crawl
Space access should be clear □ Remove
belongings from utility rooms used for storage □ Attic
should be accessible. Make sue the
stairs can be pulled down without endangering belongings/people below □ Remove
personal belongings in closets Electrical □ Electrical
panel needs to be accessible to the inspector. Remove anything blocking the panel for
easier access □ To
avoid a red flag, ensure the electrical panel as an inspection sticker □ Remove
“creative wiring” such as extension cords used in attic, interior and
exterior Plumbing □ Fix
any leaks before the inspector arrives or let the inspector know. Otherwise, testing the plumbing could
result in a very wet mess |
Heating and Air Conditioning □ Install
a clean filter □ Consider
having the unit cleaned and services especially if it’s been a while □ Maintain
all repair invoices Fireplace/Chimneys □ Especially
if has been a while, consider having it cleaned by a chimney-sweep before the
inspection Pets □ It’s
best that pets be removed from the premises during the inspection. Keep in mind that the inspector needs
access to the entire home, so the garage and the backyard are not a good
idea! Utilities □ All
utilities on (Electricity, Gas, Water and all Pilots lit) so the inspector
won’t need to return to finish □ Replace
any burnt out light bulbs Foundation □ Remove
wood, debris or stored items away from the foundation. |
*Information
provided by U.S. Inspect, 1-888-874-6773. |