Exterior:

• Grading & drainage issues
• Driveways, sidewalks, patio, lanai, porch, sunroom
• Exterior walls, siding, trim, foundation, crawl space, windows, doors, chimney
• Hose bibs
• Presence of significant settlement or structural issues

Roof:

• Type, age, general condition
• Life expectancy
• Quality of installation
• Needed repairs, evidence of leakage
• Condition of roof covering, flashings, gutters, soffits, vents

Attic:

• Type of construction
• Quality of installation & condition of roof system
• Indication of roof leaks
• Hurricane tie down straps - presence & installation
• Amount of insulation & ventilation
• Wiring -splices, junction box, safety concerns, or hazards
• A/C ducts - condition, installation, placement
• Pest activity or damage

Electrical:

• Entrance wires - placement & grounding
• Main electrical panel - size, type, & condition of wiring, breakers
• Size, condition, type of wiring used throughout the house
• Electrical Sub Panels - Pools, electrical equipment
• Hazards & safety concerns
• Lights, switches, appliances
• Outlets throughout the house
• GFCI circuit protection

Plumbing:

• Location of meter
• Indications of system leaks
• Location of Main shut off valve
• Supply lines, drain lines, valves, fixtures, sinks, toilets, showers, shower pans, tubs, garbage disposal, dishwasher & sprinkler system
• Age, condition, water volume & flow, operation, & presence of leaks
• Sewer venting
• Water heater - location, manufacturer, type, size, age, condition, safety concerns

Interior:

• Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows
• Structural concerns, water intrusion
• Presence of smoke alarms
• Fireplaces

Structural:

• Type of construction - masonry, wood frame, etc
• Additions
• Wood destroying organism activity or damage
• Foundation - slab, crawl space - structural components, wiring, plumbing, rot

Heating/AC:

• Type of unit - i.e. heat pump, AC with heat strips
• Air handler
• Age, condition, manufacturer, operation
• Evaluation of system function
• Ducts - type, condition, defects, air flow

Bathrooms:

• Ceilings, floors, doors, walls
• Counter tops, vanities, cabinets, toilet, sink, tub, shower, built-in appliances

Kitchen:

• Ceilings, floors, doors, walls
• Counter tops, cabinets, sink, garbage disposal, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator, microwaves, built-in appliances

Garage:

• Ceilings, floors, doors, walls
• Structure or maintenance issues
• Attic stairs

Swimming Pool:

• Main shell, decking - structural deficiencies, cosmetic condition
• Filter, pumps, blowers, plumbing, heater, electrical controls, spa/hot tub
• Age, condition, manufacturer, operation, safety issues
• Enclosure - condition, bonding to pump

Sprinkler Systems:

• City, well or reclaimed water
• Pump, motor
• Operation, zones, heads, coverage

Docks, Seawalls:

• Type, age, general condition, common defects
• Recommended maintenance concerns

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