things check before buying home
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Basement
An inspection of the basement must include careful examination tosee if evidence of moisture problems exist in the home. Use your noseto detect damp or musty odors throughout the basement. Look forevidence of water leaking on the floor and ceiling of the basement.Check for signs of leaking around the foundation of the house. Checkfor evidence of rotting wood in exposed beams in the basement andalso look for cracks in interior basement walls. Check plumbingsystems in the basement for leakage and proper working order. If thehouse has a crawl space, inspect it for moisture and cracks in thefoundation and in any exposed wood.
House Attic
The attic is another area of the home that will provideimportant information about water problems inside thehouse. If possible, go up to the attic to assess the area.Look for evidence of water leakage and damage at theceiling and walls of the attic.
Use your nose to detect damp and musty odors. Check the insulation of the attic to see whether it has water damage. The insulation should also be sufficient for the geographical location of the house.
Plumbing
Plumbing systems in the house are exceedingly important.Examine the plumbing in the bathroom and kitchen, looking forevidence of leaks. If you notice water stains, sagging floors andmildew in plumbing areas, this indicates water leaks.
Turn on every faucet to assess the water pressure. Check thespeed that water drains down sinks and tubs. Inspect toilets forpressure and for leaks.
Electrical
Find the fuse box or the main breaker box in the home.This box must be easy to access and it should be in goodcondition. Check throughout the house to note the numberof electrical outlets to ensure that the house has sufficientoutlets. Check outlets in the kitchen and bathroom forground fault circuit interrupters – GFCI. These inexpensiveoutlets can prevent severe shocks from occurring.
HVAC
The heating and air conditioning systems of the house areextensive and all-important. Check the capacity andmodels to ensure they’re the appropriate size for thehouse. Hire an expert to examine and inspect thesesystems to ensure they are in proper working order.
Exterior
Check the exterior house from top to bottom, beginning with the roof.Make sure shingles are present and in good condition. Examine guttersand downspouts also to ensure the house has adequate waterdrainage systems and they are in good repair. Examine the foundationof the home for possible drainage issues. You shouldn’t see evidenceof water around the foundation and the ground should slope awayfrom the foundation. Check driveways and walkways on the propertyto ensure they are even and not cracking or crumbling. Examine thesiding of the home to ensure it’s in good repair. Take a look at thelandscaping on the property as well. Trees, shrubbery and other plantsshould not appear overgrown and unkempt. If a sprinkler system isinstalled, make sure it works properly. If the home has a deck or aporch, examine it carefully to notice any signs of decay or termitedamage. Check the railings and steps to ensure they are secure. Aporch should have a foundation – not simply sit on soil.
Chimney
Examine fireplaces and chimneys carefully. Checkthe mortar to ensure it’s not crumbling and loose.Look for a rain cap on the chimney.
Examine the chimney for evidence of smoke and creosote staining the exterior.
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