Inspection Packages

Getting your Home Inspection-Ready

Here’s a checklist of what you’ll need to cover before having your home inspected:

Disclosures and Warranties

Disclose past fires or floods and any repair work that has been completed. Provide building permits and plans for any major renovations. Provide invoices and warranties for major improvements such as roofs, furnaces and appliances.

Routine Exterior Maintenance

Repair damaged masonry on walkways and steps. Seal driveway cracks. Repair minor defects in exterior wall materials. Recaulk around windows and doors. Replace damaged or missing shingles. Clean debris from gutters and check downspouts for proper drainage.

Routine Interior Maintenance

Repair leaky faucets and fixtures. Recaulk around bathtubs and sinks. Have an electrician inspect receptacles and switches and make necessary repairs. Repair cracked or broken window glass. Loosen any windows that are painted shut. Arrange service for the furnace and central air conditioning. Sweep the chimney. Replace batteries in smoke detectors and install detectors where missing.

On Inspection Day

Plan to be away from home for two to three hours while the inspection is conducted. Provide keys for locked doors. Clear entrances to storage sheds, attic, yard, crawl spaces, basement and garage. Provide access to components such as electrical panels, water meter and gas meter. Move objects away from the water heater, furnace, and air conditioner. Clear paths of snow and debris. Keep pets in a safe location out of the home or in a crate.