Checklist: Your Final Walk-Through

Closing time is hectic. Still, it’s important to make time for a final walk-through. It’s your chance to ensure your home is in the condition you expected it would be. Here’s what to check for during your walk-through.

• Basement, attic, and every room, closet, and crawl space have been checked.
• Requested repairs have been made.
• Copies of paid bills and warranties are in hand.
• No major, unexpected changes have been made to the property since last viewed.
• All items included in the sale price—draperies, lighting fixtures, and so on—are still on site.
• Screens and storm windows are in place or stored onsite.
• All appliances are operating (dishwasher, washer/dryer, oven, etc.).
• Intercom, doorbell, and alarm are operational.
• Hot water heater is working.
• Heating and air conditioning systems are working.
• No plants or shrubs have been removed from the yard.
• Garage door opener and other remotes are available.
• Instruction books and warranties on appliances and fixtures are available.
• All debris and personal items of the sellers have been removed.