It’s guaranteed to be hectic right before closing, but you should always make time for a final walk-through. Your goal is to make sure that our home is in the same condition you expected it would be. Ideally, the sellers already have moved out. This is your last chance to check that appliances are in working condition and that agreed-upon repairs have been made. Here’s a detailed list of what not to overlook for on your final walk-through.
Make sure you’ve got the following covered:
Obtain copies of paid bills
Obtain copies of paid bills
Repairs you’ve requested have been made. Obtain copies of paid bills and warranties.
No major changes to the property
No major changes to the property
There are no major changes to the property since you last viewed it.
Included in the sale price
Included in the sale price
All items that were included in the sale price — draperies, lighting fixtures, etc. — are still there.
Screens and storm windows
Screens and storm windows
Screens and storm windows are in place or stored.
Operating appliances
Operating appliances
All appliances are operating, such as the dishwasher, washer and dryer, oven, etc.
Operational alarm
Operational alarm
Intercom, doorbell, and alarm are operational.
Working heater
Working heater
Hot water heater is working
No plants removed from the yard.
No plants removed from the yard.
No plants or shrubs have been removed from the yard.
Heating and air conditioning working
Heating and air conditioning working
Heating and air conditioning system is working
Garage door opener
Garage door opener
Garage door opener and other remotes are available.
Instruction books available
Instruction books available
Instruction books and warranties on appliances and fixtures are available.
All debris removed
All debris removed
All personal items of the sellers and all debris have been removed. Check the basement, attic, and every room, closet, and crawlspace.