Home Inspection Checklist

  • Sidewalk
  • Driveway
  • Entry Steps/Walkways
  • Exterior Steps/Walkways
  • Exterior Stairway Lighting
  • Exterior Walkway Lighting
  • Exterior Walkway Trip Hazards
  • Roof Age/Condition
  • Roof Ventilation
  • Roof Flashings
  • Shingle/Shake/Tile Installation
  • Gutters
  • Downspouts
  • Rain Drains/Splash Blocks
  • Grading at House
  • General Grading of Property
  • Clearance at Bottom of Siding
  • Foundation Vents
  • Window Wells
  • Patio
  • Deck Structure
  • Deck Steps/Railings
  • Siding Flashing
  • Siding Installation
  • Window Installation
  • Window Flashing
  • Exterior Electrical
  • Electrical Service Drop
  • Meter Base
  • Service Panel Grounding
  • Service Panel Bonding
  • Wire-Breaker Size Correlation
  • Conductor Type
  • Wire Type
  • Smoke Detectors
  • GFI Protection
  • AFI Protection
  • Electrical Cable Installation
  • Outlet Polarity and Grounding
  • Water Supply
  • Water Shutoff
  • Water Supply Pipe Material
  • Water DWV Material
  • Water Piping Function
  • Water Heater
  • Earthquake Strapping
  • Gas Water Heater Venting
  • Water Heater TPR Valve
  • Gas Service/Meter
  • Gas Piping Installation
  • Furnace Installation
  • Furnace Filter
  • Gas Furnace Venting
  • Ductwork Design/Installation
  • Heat Source for Each Room
  • Attic
  • Attic Insulation
  • Attic Ventilation Design
  • Garage Fire Separation
  • Roof Structure
  • Lateral Roof Bracing
  • Trusses/Rafters
  • Sheathing Attachment
  • Wall Construction/Framing
  • Floor Construction/Framing
  • Foundation Construction
  • Crawl Space
  • Crawl Space Ventilation
  • Vapor Barrier
  • Wood Destroying Insects
  • Posts
  • Joists
  • Beams
  • Sill Plate
  • Footings
  • Lateral Floor Structure Bracing
  • Concrete to Wood Separation
  • Chimney
  • Chimney Flashing
  • Mortar Cap
  • Chimney Liner
  • Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace Venting
  • Gas Log Set Installation
  • Fireplace Damper
  • Fireplace Hearth/Clearance
  • Wood Stove
  • Emergency Egress
  • Window Location/Installation
  • Door/Window Functionality
  • Interior Guard Rail Design
  • Interior Handrail Design
  • Interior Stairway Design
  • Interior Walkway Trip Hazards
  • Interior Stairway Lighting
  • Oven/Range
  • Kitchen Ventilation
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Dishwasher
  • Cabinets/Countertops
  • Tub/Shower Enclosures
  • Bathroom Sinks
  • Bathroom Ventilation
  • Laundry Sinks
  • Dryer Ventilation
  • Interior Walls/Ceilings/Floor