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11 point checklist for sellers

By
Home Inspector with Any Home Inspection Services

Here are 11 things to do before your listing is inspected.  I hope anyone who reads this finds it usefull.

11 Steps To Prepare Your Listing For Inspection:

  

•1.  Change any burnt out light bulbs. This will help the inspector quickly determine if the switches are working or not.

  

•2.  Change the A/C filter.  A fresh filter can make a significant difference in the efficiency of the system.

  

•3.  Clean you're A/C vents.  Dirty vents and ducts are an obvious sign of neglect.  You may also want to consider having the system serviced by an A/C technician.

  

•4.  Open the attic access and clear any storage in the attic.  The inspector will need to move around in the attic and excessive storage can hinder visibility and access.

  

•5.  Check all sink drain for clogs.  This is a simple repair and can help to reduce the number of issues in the home.

  

•6.  Check the sprinkler heads.  Make sure no sprinkler heads are leaking and wasting water by spraying on the house or driveway.

  

•7.  Seal any gaps in the exterior doors.  This will    also the save you money on utility bills.

  

•8.  Check the windows.  Be sure all windows open and close easily.  Stuck windows can be a safety hazard, preventing an emergency exit in case of a fire.

  

•9.  Reseal exterior windows.  The caulk around your windows will crack over time and can allow water into the walls.

  

  

•10.                   Reseal any cracked caulking in the shower.     This is the barrier between the drywall and the water.  Wet drywall can develop mold.

  

•11.                   Change the battery in the smoke detector.  A non-functional smoke detector is a safety hazard to you, your family, and the new buyers.

  

  

Presented by:

Any Home Inspection Services

P.O. Box 360265

Tampa, FL 33673

Ph. 813-545-4799

Fax 813-231-2538

Email David@anyhomeinspection.net

BILL CHERRY
Bill Cherry, Realtor - Dallas, TX
Broker & Wealth Coach

David, you did a good job with this.

Aug 16, 2007 06:59 AM
Mott Marvin Kornicki
Waterway Realty, Ltd. Co. | 305.935.3533 - Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Great pointers! Most sellers think that their property is in "ship-shape" ~ little do they (mostly) realized that the most simple obvious things are over-looked!

 

Aug 16, 2007 06:59 AM
Nicole Kraus
Signature Realty Associates - Dover, FL
Hey David!!!  Great Blog!!  I copied your checklist and am going to pass it on to my sellers in the future.  Thanks for sharing!!!
Aug 16, 2007 07:08 AM
David Counts
Any Home Inspection Services - Tampa, FL
I just wanted to thank everyone for the positive feedback.
Aug 16, 2007 07:48 AM
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Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

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