Make Your Home “Inspection Friendly”
 
  • qMake sure all interior and exterior light fixtures work. Replace burnt out bulbs.
  • qProvide access to the furnace, water heather, crawlspace, and electrical panel
  • qInstall a new air filter
  • qEnsure that windows operate smoothly
  • qReplace all damaged window screens
  • qTighten all doorknobs and tighten or repair all handrails
  • qClear the way to the attic access panel or pull-down, especially in a closet
  • qBe sure there is a minimum of one smoke detector per floor
  • qRemove window security screws, or provide keys for window security locks
  • qProvide keys or unlock sheds and out-buildings
  • qAdjust the downward pressure of the automatic garage door opener
  • qGather all documentation on appliances and recent upgrades
  • qLabel outlets that are controlled by a wall switch
Source: US Inspect Professional Home Inspections, Personal Experience