A Checklist for your Final Walkthrough

The final walk through is an exciting time for home buyers. At this point, you’re close to becoming a homeowner. Be sure you’re taking a careful look around your property. During a final walk through you can determine if repairs have been completed and confirm that the property is in adequate condition. To help guide you through the final walk through, we've put together this checklist. Print it out and bring with when you’re ready to inspect your property.
Have all your requested repairs been made?                            
Make a list of what is in your sales agreement. Have all the changes been made?YesNo
Do you have all warranty documentation for the repairs made?YesNo
Do all your appliances and major systems work?
DishwasherYesNo
HeaterYesNo
Air conditionerYesNo
ThermostatYesNo
Ceiling fansYesNo
Hot/cold water on all faucetsYesNo
Refrigerator/freezerYesNo
Microwave ovenYesNo
All burners on stove and ovenYesNo
Garbage disposalYesNo
Washing machine/dryerYesNo
Electrical outletsYesNo
LightingYesNo
Smoke detectorsYesNo
Garage doorYesNo
DoorbellYesNo
Alarm SystemYesNo
Any remotes or keypadsYesNo
Check all plumbing
Do all toilets flush?YesNo
Do all sinks fill and drain properly?YesNo
Do all tubs fill and drain properly?YesNo
Do all jets on tubs work?YesNo
Do all showers drain properly?YesNo
Check all windows and doors
Do all windows and doors open and close properly?YesNo
Do all lock and/or latch?YesNo
Do all windows have screens?YesNo
Do all windows have storm windows?YesNo
Are any windows broken?YesNo
Check for mold
Do the windows have mold?YesNo
Is there mold or water damage under any sinks?YesNo
Are there signs of mold or water damage by the showers?YesNo
Are there signs of mold or water damage by the toilets?YesNo
Are there signs of mold or water damage by any of the appliances?YesNo
Check the exterior of the property
Is there any change or damage to the roof, shutters, and siding on the exterior?YesNo
If there’s an irrigation system, are there any leaks?YesNo
Do all outdoor lights and electrical outlets work?YesNo
Are all railings, decks, and stairs sturdy?YesNo
Is the landscaping intact?YesNo
Check cleanliness
Has all garbage been removed from the property?YesNo
Is the home clean?YesNo
Have all smudges been removed from the walls?YesNo

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