Exterior

• Check Driveway And Garage Floor For Oil Stains

• Check Mailbox For Condition And Security, Including Clearly Displayed Numbers

• Check House Numbers For Condition And Security

• Check Garage Door For Condition, Security, And Operation Including Weather Stripping, Bottom Seal, And Remote

• Check Exterior Light Fixtures For Condition, Security, And Operation Including Photo Sensor If Present

• Check Exterior Outlets For Condition, Security, And Operation, Including Weatherproof Covers (Test Outlets With Tester)

• Check Exterior Water Pipes And Hose Bibs For Condition, Security, Leaks, And Operation, Including Insulation Wrap, Hose Reel, And Grounding

• Check Exterior Gates For Condition, Security, And Operation

• Check Exterior Walls For General Condition

• Check Fascia For General Condition

• Check Eaves And Porch Overhangs (Ceilings) For General Condition Including Ventilation

• Check Windows And Screens For General Condition, Including Sealing Around Window Frames

• Check Fences And Block Walls For General Condition

• Check Landscaping For General Condition, Including Trees Rubbing On House And Roots Growing Under Cement

• Check For Junk Or Personal Items Left Behind By Tenant

• Check Doorbell For General Condition And Operation

• Check Exterior Structures For General Condition And Security

• If Pool Is Present, Inspect For Self Closing Gates, Safety Gates, And Alarms Or Childproof Locks On Exterior Doors To Pool Area

Roof

• Visually Inspect And When Possible Walk Entire Roof To Check For General Condition Of Structure Including Soft Spots And Proper Coatings/Shingles/Tile Etc...

• Check Vents For General Condition Including Weather Proof Caps And Proper Sealant

• Check Gutters And Scuppers General Condition Including Debris To Be Removed

• Check Skylights For General Condition Including Sealant And Cracks

• If AC Is Present, Check General Condition And Proper Condensation Lines To Divert Water From Roof

Doors

• Check Security Doors And Frames For Condition And Security, Including Latches, Deadbolts, And Mounting Hardware

• Check Exterior Entry Doors And Frames For Condition And Security Including Latches, Deadbolts, Hinges, Weather Stripping, Proper Keying, And Smooth Operation

• Check Interior Doors And Frames For Condition And Security Including Latches, Strike Plates, Hinges, Proper Knob Type, And Smooth Operation

• Check Sliding Glass Doors For Condition, Security, And Smooth Operation Including Locking Mechanism

• Check Sliding Screen Doors For Condition, Security, And Smooth Operation Including Torn Screens

• Check All Bifold And Bypass Closet Doors For Condition, Security, Smooth Operation, Adjustment, And Floor Guides

• Verify That All Keyed Entry Doors Can Be Locked And Unlocked With Existing Keys

• Check For Functional Doorstops For Every Door, Including Exterior Security Doors

• Check Door From Interior Of Home Into Garage To Verify That It Has Self Closing Hinges. Check Thresholds And Transition Strips At Each Door If Applicable

Kitchen Specific

• Test Faucet Hot/Cold/Sprayer And Any Other Attachments To Include Checking For Leaks From Handle/Knobs When In Use

• Check Beneath Sink (Including Cabinet Floor) For Signs Of Current Or Past Leaks And/Or Mold/Mildew. (Fill Both Basins And Drain Simultaneously With Garbage Disposal Running, Repeat Twice)

• Check Sink Basin, Countertops, And All Other Applicable Areas For Proper Sealant

• Test Garbage Disposal

• Check Dishwasher Mounting And Interior For General Condition. Add Pod To Dishwasher And Run A Cycle. Check For Signs Of Leaks.

• Test Shutoff Valves

• Check For Drip Pan Beneath Sink (Note Size If Missing)

• Check That Sink Stoppers Are Present

• Check Water Filtration System Beneath Sink, If Present

• Check Refrigerator Bulbs, Water Filter, Shelves, Drawers, Freezer And Refrigerator Temperature, Ice Maker, Water Dispenser, Etc...

• Check Countertops And Backsplashes For Cracks, Gaps, Burns, Damage, Etc...

• Test Exhaust Hood Or Over The Range Microwave For Operation, Exhaust Fan Function, Bulbs, And Grease Filter

• Check For Oven Anti-Tip Device. Test Oven And Burners For Operation. Check Oven Appliance Bulb. Test Oven Broiler Drawer

• Check All Cabinet Doors, Drawers, Frames, And Toe Kicks For General Condition Including Bottoms, Hinges, Rails, And Knobs

Bathrooms Specific

• Test Faucet Hot And Cold. Check For Leaks At Base And Handles Of Faucet

• Check Beneath Sink (Including Cabinet Floor) For Signs Of Current Or Past Leaks And/Or Mold/Mildew.

• Test Pop Up Stopper If Present. Note If Missing

• Check Sink, Bathtub, And Medicine Cabinet Enamel For Signs Of Damage Or Rust

• Fill Sink And Verify That It Drains Properly

• Test Shutoff Valves

• Check Vanity Inside And Out For Signs Of Water Damage

• Check Vanity And Medicine Cabinet Doors And Drawers For Function

• Check For Drip Pan Beneath Sink (Note Size If Missing)

• Check All Applicable Areas For Proper Caulking And Grout, Including Tub, Shower, Toilet, And Vanity

• Verify Mirror Is Securely Attached And In Good Condition

• Test Rolling Shower Doors, If Present

• Test Heat Bulb, If Present

• Test Exhaust Fan (Not If Not Present)

• Check Towel Racks, TP Holders, Towel Hooks, Towel Rings, And Other Wall Mounted Accessories For Condition And Security

• Check Toilet For Mounting, Cracks, Tight Seat, Flush (Multiple Flushes), Constant Running, Bolt Caps, And General Condition, Security, And Operation

• Test Hot And Cold Water And Shower Diverter At Tub/Shower. Check For Leaks While Testing. Verify Shower Head Is Present And Not Leaking.

• Check Wall And Baseboard Behind Toilet And Near Tub/Shower For Signs Of Water Damage.

• Verify Tub Drain/Stopper/Drain Lever Are Functional And Open/Close As Intended

• Is Permanent Shower Rod Secure, If Present. Note If Permanent Rod Is Not Installed

Garage/Laundry/Utility Specific

• Check That Garage Door Opens And Closes Smoothly With Clicker, Wall Mounted Button, And Key Pad

• Inspect Water Heater For Proper Venting, Drainage, Safety Devices, Etc...

• Inspect HVAC For General Condition And Security

• Check Air Filter. Note Sizes And Locations

• Check Hose Bibs In Laundry For General Condition And Leaks

• Test Laundry Exhaust Fan. Note If Fan Is Not Present For Gas Dryers.

• Check Dryer Vent For Obstructions/Cleanliness

• Test Load Washer And Dryer For Proper Operation

• Check Water Softener, If Present, For Salt Levels

Electrical

• Use Outlet Tester To Test All Outlets. Any Outlet Within 6 Feet Of Water Source Must Test Good GFCI

• Check All Outlets, Switches, Cable Jacks, And Phone Jacks For Condition And Security, Including Cover Plates

• Check All Light Fixtures And Ceiling Fans For Proper Operation Including Bulbs, Dimmers, Remotes, And Fan Balance. Note Sizes And Types Of Bulbs Needed

Windows

• Check Windows For Smooth Opening And Closing As Well As General Condition. Ensure That All Windows Can Lock

• Check Window Sills Top And Bottom For Signs Of Water Damage

• Check All Windows And Glass Doors For Proper Blinds Or Curtain Rods. Note Sizes For Replacement

• Test All Blinds For Full Functionality

All Bedrooms, Bonus Rooms, Hallways, Common Areas, Entire Home

• Check Ceilings And Baseboard For Signs Of Water Damage

• Check All Ceilings, Walls, And Baseboard For Hardware, Holes, Dents, Chips, Paint Damage. Identify With Blue Tape And Take Pictures Throughout. General Patch And Paint Inspection.

• Check Closet And Pantry Shelving And Clothes Rods For Condition And Security

• Check All Flooring Throughout Home For Stains, Damages, Grout, Transition Strips, Cracks, Gaps, And General Condition All Around

• Check AC Vents, Returns, And Ducts For General Condition And Security

• Check All Safety Railings For Condition And Security

Before Leaving

• Take Pictures/Video To Accompany Every Line Item

• Take Pictures Of Entire Property Inside And Out For Thorough Documentation Of Beginning Condition

• Close All Blinds And Lock All Windows

• Turn Off All Lights And Ceiling Fans

• Check Washer And Dishwasher For Any Last Minute Leaks

• Set thermostat to desired temperature

• Double Check Documentation Of All Measurements And Data Necessary For Materials And Repairs, Including Pictures Of Appliance Data Plates, Replacement Blinds Measurements, Replacement Bulbs Size And Type, Air Filters, Water Filters, Etc...

• Take Necessary Paint Samples, If Matching Paint Is Not Present

• Close And Lock All Doors, Including Garage