Grounds - Sidewalks, driveways, stairs, porches, decks, patios, drainage around the house, retaining walls…

 Exterior - Siding, foundation, chimneys, soffits & fascia, paint/stain finishes, windows, doors, gas meter, plumbing, electrical…

 Roof – Roofing material, current condition, remaining life estimate, gutters and downspouts, flashings, chimneys, plumbing vents, flue vent pipes...  We try to walk on roofs if possible.

 Attic – Framing, insulation, ventilation, signs of water entry …

 Heating System – Functionality, cleanliness, combustion air, venting,  filters, gas leak detection…

 Cooling System – Installation, functionality...

 Electrical System – Visible service to house, main panel, identification of voltage & amperage capacity, sub panels, wiring material, grounding system, outlets, switches, GFCI's, light fixtures…

 Interior – Floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, skylights, stairs, light switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans, receptacles, fireplaces, wood stoves, smoke detector identification…

 Plumbing System – Functionality, identification of materials, shut-offs, pressure, venting, water heaters, leakage…

 Bathrooms – Shower/Tub surrounds, toilets, faucets, drains, ventilation, leakage, water damage…

 Kitchens and Laundry Rooms – Built in appliances, plumbing, ventilation, sinks, counters, cabinets…

 Basements & Crawlspaces – Concrete flooring, structural support beams, structural posts, floor joists, foundation walls, footings, sump systems, insulation, signs of water entry, egress.

 Garages – Auto doors, automatic door openers, people doors, concrete floors, structure, fire resistance.