Home Inspection Checklist

As your trusted Thousand Oaks Realtor our entire team is experienced in walking our clients through the home inspection process. We understand what a stressful time this can be during the home buying process. You are finally under escrow and so excited to get into your new home but nervous about any potential issues that could come up. You can always rest assured that our team will be there to help explain and walk you through any potential issues that come up and to help you address them accordingly. As you prepare for your home inspection there are several pieces that you will want to keep your eye on. See below for various items to watch out for during your upcoming home inspection.
• Exterior: The exterior of the home is of course part of the home inspection. The exterior is always exposed to the elements and depending on the age of the home is likely to have a few potential issues. While your inspector is sure to check these items it is helpful for your own piece of mind that you take a look while you are at the property as well. Make sure you take a visual inspection of the gutters, roof, foundation, windows, and doors. Check to make sure that all of these items appear to be working properly.
• Interior: As you enter the home check for any odd smells that could mean there is a greater issue. Of course you will want to check the heating and cooling systems, plumbing, electrical, and major appliances. You can do these items yourself alongside your inspector by simply turning on and off all light switches and faucets to make sure everything is working as it should.
If you have any additional questions regarding your home inspection, we are here to help! As your trusted Thousand Oaks realtor and real estate team we want to make sure you are comfortable with your new home purchase every step of the way.