Before Your House is Inspected

Slope the ground away from the foundation.
Allow for four inches of foundation to show, including above flower beds.
Cut tree limbs away from house.
Wash stained siding and brick to remove discoloration or mildew.
Clean the gutters and make repairs if necessary.
Repair all rotted wood and paint to match.
Remove any items (firewood, etc.) against the house or garage.
Repair or replace damaged screens.
Replace exposed wiring with flexible conduit.
Install blanks in circuit breaker box where any are missing.
Check all electrical outlets for proper wiring.
Check firebrick in the fireplace. Seal with fireplace mortar where necessary.
Clean the chimney.
Clean and inspect the heater and check for holes in the heat exchanger.
Check the air conditioner. It should cool to twenty degrees (20°) below outside temperature.
Checking the condensing unit and clean away any debris, leaves, grass, etc.
Test all smoke detectors.
Toilets should be secured.
Make sure that the tubs/showers do not leak into the wall when water is on from fixtures.
Have all cracks in masonry repaired by a professional mason.
Regrout any cracks in ceramic tile.
Repair dripping faucets.