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By Jack Harris, Mark Baumann and Charleen Knapp
Our evaluation checklist is helpful in comparing the various homes you visit. Exterior - Curb appeal (Does home make a good first impression?)
- Front yard -- size
- Back yard -- size
- Condition of lawn, trees and landscaping
- Condition and adequacy of drives and walkways
- Curbing and drainage
- Front yard ornamentation
- Back yard privacy
- Roof -- condition of shingles or other covering
- Roof -- adequate ventilation
- Appeal of front entrance
- Lighting and safety
- Quality and condition of exterior siding
- Car storage -- garage, carport, detached/attached
- Exterior utility buildings and storage
- Water - pools, baths, ponds
- Garden
Interior- Floor plan -- ease of movement
- Floor plan -- privacy
- Number of bedrooms
- Number and location of baths
- Specialty rooms -- dining, living, study, etc.
- Room size
- Natural light and ventilation
- Signs of water leakage
- Wall covering and paint
- Floor covering and finish
- Quality of doors, windows and hardware
- Built-ins -- bookcases, cabinets, etc.
Energy- Type of heating system
- Type of air conditioning
- Adequacy of electric service
- Electric outlets -- number and location
- Gas service
- Insulation and air tightness
- Ceiling fans, whole house fan
- Energy rating on windows, doors
- Obvious drafts
Kitchen and Baths- Size of kitchen
- Size of master bath
- Age and condition of kitchen appliances
- What appliances stay with house
- Kitchen cabinets and pantry -- amount, convenience, appearance
- Kitchen layout
- Counter tops -- quality and condition
- Bath finish -- materials, color
- Bath enclosures
- Specialty bath fixtures -- whirlpools, etc.
- Lighting and ventilation
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