GET YOUR HOME READY FOR INSPECTION
- On inspection day, the home should be empty of the owners – this gives the Buyer time to get acquainted with the property.
- Pets should be removed or crated.
- If something isn’t working properly – don’t try to hide it – inspectors will find it. You may raise questions that will cause concern for the Buyer and impact the sale. Just leave a note indicating you know the item is broken.
- Replace blown lightbulbs in all parts of the home. Test all smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly.
- Please make sure your oven and stovetop are clean, so they can be tested without setting off the smoke alarm.
- Clean or replace your HVAC filter.
- If the house is vacant, make sure that all utilities are turned on. *They will need to remain on throughout the home sale process
- Remove any locks and have clear access to electrical panel, water heater, attic, crawl space, heating system, garage & garage GFCIs and other areas that will need to be inspected.
- If there is a septic inspection, please make sure you make the lid accessible.
- The home should be clean inside and gutters should be clean outside. Trim trees and shrubs around the exterior so they are not touching the home.