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New House Checklist
Are you building a new house? If so, you will definitely want to refer to the checklist that is shown below, before your final walk through.
| Grading | |
| * | Does the ground around the foundation slope away from the house? |
| * | Does water accumulate in puddles? |
| * | Are there signs of erosion? |
| * | Is the shrubbery placed at least 2-3 feet from the foundation? |
| Appearance | |
| * | Are all windows and doors sealed, and protected by weather stripping? |
| * | Are trim and fittings tight? |
| * | Does the paint cover smoothly? |
| * | Are there any cracks in excess of 1/4 inch wide or showing vertical displacement in walkways, driveway and/or on the garage floor? |
| * | Are there any stoops and/or steps pulling away? |
| * | Do gutters, downspouts and splash-blocks drain away from the foundation? |
| Doors and Windows | |
| * | Are all doors and windows properly sealed? |
| * | Are they the type specified in the contract? |
| * | Is glass in place, and not loose or cracked? |
| * | Do window and door locks fit properly? |
| Finishes | |
| * | Is painting & wallpaper satisfactory in all rooms, closets and hallways? |
| * | Is trim & molding in place? |
| * | Are the tile walls properly finished? |
| Floors | |
| * | Do carpet seams match? Is the carpet tight? |
| * | Are there excessive floor squeaks? |
| * | Are there any gaps in vinyl or linoleum? |
| * | Are the tile & wood floors properly finished? |
| Kitchen & Bath | |
| * | Do appliances operate, and are they the right color? |
| * | Are cabinet doors flush and shelves level? |
| * | Do all faucets and other plumbing fixtures work properly? |
| Basement & Attic / Extras | |
| * | Are there any indications of leaks? |
| * | Are there any cracks in the foundation walls or floors? |
| * | Does heating, cooling and water-heating units work properly? |
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