"21" Ideas to make your Home Inspection go well

1. Roof: Check roof condition for defects, inspect skylights - flashing - gutters - chimney shafts and hoods

2. Attic: Check underside of roof for water penetration - visible wiring hazards - ventilation - insulation - skylight chutes

3. Plumbing: Showers -bath tubs and sink drains -commodes and components -hot/cold water plumbing/shut-off valves/faucet operations

4. A/C system: Check all accessible central/wall units for function/wiring-check all supplies/returns/temperature

5. Electrical: Check accessible receptacles in all rooms for proper grounding/make sure GFI's are in working condition

6. Appliances: Scrub & clean, place in operational condition, no missing parts, if not included or not warranted display this notation on the appliance

7. Mechanical: Check for operation of garage door openers - electric openers, pool pumps & motors, fireplace dampers, fans

8. Structural: Check for cracking, settling or defects in construction

9. Heating Systems: Check accessible central/window units for function and wiring supply/return/temperature

10. Security Systems: Check all alarms system components for proper function and operation

11. Hot Water Heater: Safety release valves-check operation & test pressures-lower cabinet leaks/rust indicating need to replace

12. Sprinkler Systems: Check sprinkler heads of all types-pump operations/timing devices

13. Water penetration: Check interior ceiling-walls-baseboards- this is very important as is the roof covering inspection

14. Swimming Pool/Spa: Filter and circulation pumps-surface plumbing leaks/sweep pumps/ladders/diving boards/lighting

15. Docks/Davits/Seawalls: Check for existing structural integrity

16. Radon Testing: Radon soil gas testing preformed by licensed Radon Measurement Technicians (RMT) in accordance with Florida HRS measurement standards and guidelines

17. First Impression: Pressure clean drives and walks and roof to free of mold and mildew

18. Painting: Touch up or paint areas in need of freshening or repaint using neutral color

19. Carpets/Floors: Clear of clutter, clean all spots repair or replace torn or worn areas, cracked tiles, if replacing use an allowance or replace with neutral color

20. Clear the clutter: From entry, garage, closets, storage area and tops of counters and mantels

21. Consult your CENTURY 21 Professional Group Inc associate for other tips to save you time and make you more $$ for your house.