Warranty Dept - House Inspection

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  • Community, Lot, Address

Inspection Items

Exterior

  • Siding/trim/door paint and caulk application complete

  • Siding/trim free of damage

  • Front and back porch ceiling, soffit and columns caulk/sealed

  • Windows/doors/vents free of damage

  • Porch rails secure

  • Exterior lights/ exterior outlets operable (including GFCI) and penetrations sealed

  • Concrete on driveway, front porch, rear patio, walkways free of damage

  • Roof free of debris, shingles lifted or shingle damage

  • Gutters, downspouts, downspout straps and splash blocks installed and free of damage

  • Windows screens installed and free of damage

  • All exterior penetrations sealed: hvac conduit, hvac drain line, power box, spigots, fiber conduit, gas line, etc

  • Exhaust vent covers as needed: dryer vent only backflow flap, bath exhaust vents and microwave/hood vent with bird cage screen

  • Landscape: sod, bushes, trees, pine straw in good condition and free of debris and termite bait stations installed and free of damage

  • Any concern with current drainage layout, low spot in grade or erosion on property within 10ft of foundation

  • Foundation slab, brick, stone, mortar: excessive cracking, loose or damaged

  • Exterior wood material: deck rail, deck board, deck pickets, porch columns free of excessive bows, cracking or damage and protruding screws/nails.

  • Screen porch: screen tight and columns/frame secured. If on deck, screen installed under deck

  • Exterior door locks operable and deadbolt throws fully and easily

  • Exterior door weatherstripping installed and no daylight visible around door reveal

  • Exterior door threshold good condition, door jamb sealed at threshold and toe kick installed, painted and sealed under exterior thresholds

  • Exterior door slab free of damage and paint/caulk complete all 6 sides

  • Doorbell installed and operable

  • Shutters installed, paint and no protruding screws or damage

  • Crawlspace free of debris, moisture barrier installed, insulation secure, access door operable, light operable

Foyer

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bumps installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Family

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Fireplace operable, box and screen free of damage

  • Fireplace slate level, painted black (where applicable), transitions tight/level and free of damage

  • Entertainment conduit run has drop line visible at both entry and exit points

Powder

  • Light fixtures and exhaust fan operable, secured and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Sinks, faucets and toilet operable, secured and free of damage or leaks

  • Mirrors and bathroom accessories secured and free of damage

  • Exhaust fan secured and operable

Butlers Pantry

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Back splash tile, grout and tile caulk application complete and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Dining

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

Office/Flex

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • If French doors, panes/glass clean, doors aligned and door/glass free of damage

Kitchen and Breakfast Nook

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Back splash tile, grout and tile caulk application complete and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

  • Appliances operable, aligned and free of damage (dishwasher, disposal, oven, microwave, cooktop, range, hood, etc)

  • Sink and faucet operable and free of damage or leaks

Pantry

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Organize/Mudroom

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Sunroom

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

Downstairs Hall

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Downstairs Bedroom

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

Downstairs Bathroom

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (Including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Exhaust fan secured and operable

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • Shower fiberglass unit and plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks

  • Tile shower plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks (including tile, grout and tile caulk application and material)

  • Shower enclosure/door secure, operable, aligned, clear silicone application complete and free of damage

  • Sinks, faucets and toilet operable, secured and free of damage or leaks

  • Mirrors and bathroom accessories secured and free of damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Garage/Garage Loft

  • Garage vehicle door operable, wall button operable and tracks/hinges minimal noise and free of damage

  • Garage floor free of debris and excessive damage/cracks

  • Ceiling and drywall/mud within Builders standards

  • Light fixtures secured, free of damage or missing bulbs

  • Garage vehicle door has no excessive daylight visible

  • If applicable, pull down stairs operable and free of damage

Interior Stairs

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (Including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Stair handrails secured, paint/stain application complete and free of damage

  • Stair landings/tread/cove trim secure, paint/stain application complete, no squeaks and free of damage

  • Stair pickets, spindles, bannister secured/tight, paint/stained and free of damage

Bonus/Loft

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (Including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Attic

  • Pull down stairs operable and free of damage

  • Light fixtures operable and on damage or missing bulbs

  • If applicable, walk in doors operable including hardware and weatherstripping

  • Attic space free of construction debris and only have extra flooring materials stored.

Laundry

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

  • Appliances operable, aligned and free of damage (washer, dryer, etc)

  • If applicable, sink and faucet operable and free of damage or leaks

Balcony

  • Siding/trim/door paint and caulk application complete

  • Siding/trim free of damage

  • Porch ceiling, soffit and columns caulk/sealed

  • Windows/door free of damage

  • Balcony rails secure

  • Exterior lights/ exterior outlets operable and penetrations sealed

  • Windows screens installed and free of damage

  • Exterior door locks operable and deadbolt throws fully and easily

  • Exterior door weatherstripping installed and no daylight visible around door reveal

  • Exterior door threshold good condition, door jamb sealed at threshold and toe kick installed, painted and sealed under exterior thresholds

  • Exterior door slab free of damage and paint/caulk complete all 6 sides

  • Shutters installed, paint and no protruding screws or damage

  • Balcony floor membrane adhered, no floor squeaks, floor sloped away from door/main house and free of damage5

Primary Bedroom/Closets

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Primary Bathroom

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Exhaust fan secured and operable

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • Shower fiberglass unit and plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks

  • Tile shower plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks (including tile, grout and tile caulk application and material)

  • Shower enclosure/door secure, operable, aligned, clear silicone application complete and free of damage

  • Sinks, faucets and toilet operable, secured and free of damage or leaks

  • Mirrors and bathroom accessories secured and free of damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Bedroom 2

  • Light fixtures and fans operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Bedroom 3

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Bedroom 4

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Upstairs Hall

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

Hall Bathroom

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Exhaust fan secured and operable

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • Shower fiberglass unit and plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks

  • Tile shower plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks (including tile, grout and tile caulk application and material)

  • Shower enclosure/door secure, operable, aligned, clear silicone application complete and free of damage

  • Sinks, faucets and toilet operable, secured and free of damage or leaks

  • Mirrors and bathroom accessories secured and free of damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Jack and Jill Bathroom

  • Light fixtures operable and no damage or missing bulbs

  • Light switches and outlets straight, operable (including GFCI), all screws installed and no damage

  • Base trim, crown, shoe molding, sills, jambs complete and square

  • Ceiling and wall drywall/mud within Builder standards

  • Paint/caulk application complete

  • Flooring level, no blemishes, no damage, no squeaks

  • Windows operable and no damage

  • Blinds level, operable, no damage

  • HVAC register vents operable, clean, no damage and free of debris

  • Exhaust fan secured and operable

  • Interior doors/knobs/hinges operable, door bump installed and no damage

  • Closet shelving level, secured and no damage

  • Shower fiberglass unit and plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks

  • Tile shower plumbing operable, no floor noise and free of damage or leaks (including tile, grout and tile caulk application and material)

  • Shower enclosure/door secure, operable, aligned, clear silicone application complete and free of damage

  • Sinks, faucets and toilet operable, secured and free of damage or leaks

  • Mirrors and bathroom accessories secured and free of damage

  • Countertops caulked, level and free of damage

  • Cabinet doors, drawers, shelves and knobs/handles operable, aligned, door bumps and free of damage

Misc / Additional Areas

  • HVAC returns have clean filters

  • Shut off valves box frames secured, clean and labeled

  • SOS Sticker Adhered and correct trades noted

  • Electrical panel labeled

  • Water heater operable

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