I am creating this list to streamline the inspection process for everyone involved.

A home inspection is a non-destructive procedure, meaning we do not cut into anything or apply force. We only open panels that are necessary and safe to access.

Please Provide a List

It saves us time if you note the locations of key components in your home. This allows us to find them quickly, benefiting everyone involved.

• Main Water Shut-off
• Electrical Panel
• Natural Gas Shut-off
• Sewer Clean-out
• Grading and Surface Drain Clean-outs

Access Panels

• Ensure that any required keys are available.

• Crawl Space Hatches: Access hatches may be located outside or in the floors. Please ensure there are no items blocking them or stored on top.

• Attic Access Hatches: These may be accessible from outside, but are often found in hallways or closets. If they are in closets, please clear space for a person on a ladder. Remove any items that may obstruct access, such as top shelf storage. If we need to move your things, we will do it carefully. We will place them on the nearest furniture for you to put away.

• Storage in Crawl Spaces & Utility Rooms/Closets: We understand that you need to store items. Please move these items away from the outer walls. This will help us inspect them and keep access clear to equipment like furnaces and water shut-offs.

• Utility Access Panels: Ensure that electricity and water access points are easily reachable.

Cabinets/Plumbing/Appliances

• We will inspect cabinets, including doors and runners.

• Under Sinks: In the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry areas, we will check all plumbing connections. This includes fixtures, taps, showers, drains, and tubs.

Please remove as many items as possible.

• Appliances: We will use all appliances. Please do not store anything in your oven or leave laundry in your machines. We will also run the dishwasher, microwave, and hood fans.

Driveways/Walkways/Decks/Patios

Please clear any debris, such as leaves, branches, or snow, from:

• Sidewalks
• Driveways
• Decks/Patios
• Outdoor rooftop spaces

Walls

We need clear access to as much of the walls as possible, especially exterior walls, garage walls, and basement walls.

If you have storage along these walls, please move it away so that we can inspect behind them.

Windows & Doors

Ensure that we have all necessary keys to operate and inspect the functions and conditions of doors and windows.

Remotes

• Fireplaces
• Ceiling Fans
• Garage Doors

Warranty Documentation

If you have made updates to your home, please let us know. This includes things like a new hot water system, heating or cooling units, or roofing. Share the warranties and installation dates with us for review.