The purpose of the checklist is to help you identify the need for minor repairs or maintenance by walk-through inspections. These should be done at least twice a year because of seasonal changes – once in the fall and once in the spring. You should be able to recognize the evidence of a need for repairs other times during the year based on you walk-through experiences. Major repairs and their cost will be avoided if you do proper inspections and take appropriate action. The checklist indicates the parts of the home, what indicators of a problem to look for, and suggests possible causes.

Interior

• Basement – Dampness or water following wet weather – Check if ventilation to the basement is adequate, if sump pump is working, if leaders and downspouts are working properly, and if drainage on the outside of the foundation is away from the house.

• Living area – Water stains on the ceiling – Check for missing caulk around the bath tub and tile.

• Attic or ceiling under roof – Water stains – Check for worn roof or missing shingles.

• Electrical System – Fuses that blow or circuit breakers that go off – Check for overloads and employ a licensed electrician to upgrade the system if the problem continues.

• Heating and Cooling Systems – Inadequate heating or cooling – Check for dirt and dust around furnace. Clean or change any air filters. Have heating and cooling system checked by a qualified service person.

• Plumbing System – Leaking faucets – Check for worn washers

Exterior

• Foundation – Pool of water – Check leaders and downspouts to make sure rainwater flows through properly and away from the foundation.

• Walls – Peeling paint or decayed siding and trim – Check for lead-based paint if the house was built prior to 1978 and take corrective measures if there is a problem. Check drainage from leaders and downspouts.

• Roof – Missing or worn shingles – Check branches of nearby trees to determine if they are to near to the roof. Evaluate roof for replacement.

• Yard – Rotted or dying trees – Check for insect infestation and soil contamination from road salt, chemicals, etc.

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