This checklist doesn't replace a thorough home inspection by a good home inspector, but these are important questions to ask about a home you're considering buying:
1) YARD - If there is fencing, what condition is it in? Are trees close enough to the house for roots to damage the foundation, or for branches to damage the roof of the gutters?
2) DRIVEWAY - What material is the driveway and what condition is it in?
3) ROOF - What material is the roof and what condition is it in? How old is it?
4) ROOF - Is there more than one layer of roofing material?
5) ROOF - Is there an uneven or sagging roofline?
6) ROOF - What type of flashing is around the base of the chimney and what condition is it in?
7) ROOF - Are there enough roof vents and gable vents? Are any of them dented or blocked?
8) FOUNDATION - What type of foundation is it? Condition?
9) FOUNDATION - Is there any buckling, bulging, leaning or major cracks in the foundation walls?
10) SHEATHING - What type of exterior sheathing is there? Condition?
11) GARAGE - What size is the garage and what condition is it in?
12) GARAGE - If the garage is attached, is there an adequate gas barrier between it and the house? Is there a fireproof door to the house? What condition is the door in?
13) PORCH/DECK/BALCONY - What is the age and condition of the structure? Are there any wood members in contact with soil? Is the structure properly attached to the main building?
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