Any plans for this summer? Chances are, some of you are of course going on vacation, some may be just relaxing whenever you have the opportunity, and some may be simply spending time with family, friends and loved ones.
But, some might be spending the summer (or at least a portion of it), searching for a new home. Think about it – you could be spending the rest of the summer in your dream home!
If you’re hoping to purchase a home, do you know exactly what you’re looking for? Whether you’re searching for your first home, or your third home, chances are you can always use a little “refresher” on everything you should be looking for in your dream home.
I invite you to use the following checklist, so you can be sure you aren’t missing a beat when you’re touring your home. I have it attached as well, so you can easily download it, print it out, and carry it with you to any home you’re interested in.
Be sure to search for homes which are currently on the market on my website – or you can simply contact me. I’ll be more than happy to lead you in the right direction – answer all of your questions – and help you find that perfect home!
Room by room house hunting checklist
Living room & family rooms
- Does it have an open or closed layout? What do you prefer?
- What is the flooring made of? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- Does the room receive a lot of light?
- What type of lighting fixtures are used?
- Is there a ceiling fan?
- Are there skylights?
- Is there a fireplace?
Bedrooms
- How many bedrooms are there?
- How many bedrooms are upstairs? Downstairs? Basement?
- How large is each room?
- What is the flooring made of in each bedroom? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- Does each bedroom have a closet? Walk-in or sliding door?
- Does each room get enough natural light?
- What type of light fixtures are in the room?
- Is there a ceiling fan in each room?
Bathrooms
- How many full bathrooms are there?
- How many showers?
- How many bathtubs?
- How many half bathrooms are there?
- Is there a separate (ensuite) master bathroom?
- What is the flooring made of in each bathroom? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- Does each bathroom have proper ventilation? Is there a window or fan?
- How much storage is there? Are there cabinets, medicine cabinet, or below-sink storage?
- Do the faucets work? Are there any signs of leaking?
- Are there any visible signs of mildew or mold?
Kitchen
- Is there enough counter space?
- Is there enough storage space? Pantry, storage cabinets, etc.
- What material is used for the countertops? Marble, granite, tile, laminate, other?
- What is the flooring made of? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- How old are the appliances? Will they need to be replaced?
- Is the stove gas or electric?
- Is it included in the purchase?
- Is the refrigerator built-in?
- Is it included in the purchase?
- Is there a microwave? Is it built-in?
- Is it included in the purchase?
- Is there a dishwasher? Is it built-in?
- Is it included in the purchase?
- Does the kitchen sink have any features?
- Garbage disposal?
- Water filter system?
- Extendable nozzle? Spray head?
- Is there a kitchen island?
- Does the island have power or electrical outlets?
- Is there a dining area in the kitchen?
- Is the kitchen accessible from the living room? Dining room?
Laundry
- Is there a laundry room? Where is it located?
- What is the flooring made of? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- Is there storage?
- Is there a sink?
- Is there a washer and dryer?
- Are they built-in?
- Are they included in the purchase?
- Will they need to be replaced in the next few years?
Basement
- Are the walls finished?
- Is the ceiling finished?
- Is the ceiling high enough?
- What is the flooring made of? Wood, tile, carpet, other?
- Is it properly ventilated? Windows or a fan?
- Are there any signs of mold or mildew?
- Is there any visible water damage or flooding?
- Is there a sump pump in the basement?
Garage
- Is there a garage?
- How large is it?
- Is there direct access from the house?
- Is there any storage space? Cabinets?
- Is the floor finished or concrete?
- Are there any cracks in the concrete?
- Does the garage door function properly?
Outdoor space
- Is the front yard landscaped?
- Is there a front porch? Will it require significant maintenance?
- Is there a backyard? Is it landscaped?
- Is there a deck or balcony in the backyard? Will it require significant maintenance?
- Is there a patio cover? Does it receive a lot of sun?
- Is there room for patio furniture?
- Is there a built-in grill?
- Is it gas, propane, or electric?
- Does it work? Will it need to be replaced?
- Is there a pool?
- Is it in-ground or above ground?
- Is there a spa or jacuzzi?
- Are there any cracks in the pool wall or surrounding areas?
- Are all the critical systems for the pool working?
- Is the backyard fenced in? Does it require significant maintenance or need to be replaced?
- Is there a garden?
- Is there a view?
General
- Does the house have central air?
- Does the house have central heating?
- Is there a separate office area or den?
- Is the roof in good shape?
- Is the siding of the house in good shape?
- Does the home require a new coat of paint?
- Is the electrical system up to code?
- Is the plumbing system up to code?
- Are the windows in working order? Single pane or dual pane?
- Is the foundation in good shape?
- Is there proper draining in case of a storm?
If you need a helping hand to fix anything throughout your home, Dexter Williams and Estate Solutions LLC are ready to pitch in and help. We can assist with not only fixing your home, but selling it as well! Need to find a home? We can help you find the home of your dreams!
Interested? Contact Dexter Williams of Estate Solutions LLC at 404-913-3030 or visit the website at www.est8solutions.com. Our team is ready to help!