Foundation | Grading | Drainage
Corner Pops (slab)
High soil levels (4" space min.)
Debris in gutters
Missing splash blocks (or turned the wrong way)
Gutters terminating next to foundation
Missing elbows or down spouts
Exposed post-tension cable ends
Foliage & Trees touching home
Roof Condition, Structure & Attic
How well does your attic breathe?
Exposed fasteners, plumbing boots, vents and ridge cap shingles
Missing kickout flashings
Damaged or missing shingles
Missing, damaged or insufficient insulation
Attic access ladder - hardware loose or missing
Moisture damaged or deteriorating fascia/soffit trim
Interior Walls, Ceilings, Floors, Doors & Stairways
Evidence of water penetration
Seam tape that is cracked, bulging or loose
Cracks in walls & ceilings
Missing/loose hardware on doors
Doors rubbing/sticking in frames
Doors not latching
Missing door stops
Garage to living spaces - entry doors missing, self-closing devices
Garage to living spaces - entry doors not being fire rated
Exterior Walls, Windows & Doors
Rusted lintels (steel plates) above windows & doors
Wood/fiber cement boards or trim needing caulked/sealed on walls or around doors/windows
Moisture damaged/deteriorated wood trim around corners, doors & windows
Missing/damaged window screens
Windows stiff & hard to open
Failed seals on windows
Missing/loose weather stripping on doors
Caulking around windows
PLUMBING
Missing anti-siphon & hose bibs (exterior faucets)
Leaking hose bib valve handles
Loose/leaking faucets/shower heads
Loose or leaking toilets/toilet seats
Tubs & shower surrounds needing caulking/sealant
Leak under sinks
Poor or slow drainage at sinks, shower & tubs
Missing or inoperable drain stops
WATER HEATERS
Code Requirements: Missing pan under water heater
Flexible or improper piping on temperature pressure relief valve(TPRV)
Leaking or inoperabe TPRV
Corrosion at plumbing connections
ELECTRICAL
Missing panel labeling indicating which breaker services which part of the home
Missing knock out covers
Missing arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCI) breakers
Missing surge protection
Neutrals/grounds under same lug in panel box
Old/outdated main panel boxes that have known issues (Federal Pacific Electric, Zinsco, Sylvan)
Faulty or Missing ground fault interrupters (GFCI) in all required locations
Loose, broken or damaged receptacles(outlets)
Reversed polarity in receptacles (wired wrong)
Exterior receptacles missing waterproof covering
Tamper-resistant receptacles where required
Missing cover plates on receptacles & junction boxes
Missing light globes
Lights not illuminating
Non-working door bell chimes
Old or missing smoke & carbon monoxide detectors
Appliances & Garage Door Operations
DRYER EXHAUST SYSTEM
Screens on dryer exhaust
Lint build up in dryer duct
Vents sealed to exterior
Ducts not made of metal with a smooth interior finish from wall to termination
GARAGE DOOR OPERATIONS
Manual locks not disabled on door if a mechanical garage door opener is installed
Sensor eye greater than 6" from floor or missing
Auto reverse not working
POOLS & SPAS
Structure & Decking: Visible cracks, damage, or wear and tear on the pool shell, deck and coping
Proper drainage to prevent water from pooling on the deck (slip hazard)
Electrical components (like pumps, heaters, and lights): Properly bonded and grounded to prevent electrical shocks. They also check that underwater lights and nearby outlets have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) protection and that all wiring is secure and free from corrosion.
Plumbing and Equipment: Leaks in visible plumbing, assess the condition of equipment like the pump, filter, and heater, and ensure all are functioning properly
SAFETY FEATURES
A key part of the inspection is verifying that safety barriers, such as fences, gates, and alarms, are in compliance with local codes.
Are gates self-latching and do any doors leading from the home to the pool area have child alarms?
Sprinkler Systems
Properly installed backflow prevention device to ensure that contaminated water from the sprinkler system does not flow back into the home's potable water supply
Visible leaks in the system's pipes and sprinkler heads
Functionality: are all zones working correctly, is tjere adequate water pressure and coverage?
Heads & Zones: # zones in the overall system, placement and condition of the sprinkler heads, broken or clogged heads
Drainage to prevent water waste and potential foundation damage
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