New home inspection checklist

External:

Gardens, paths, drive, fencing, landscapes and drainage

Boundary/retaining walls

Garages/sheds

Part M/safe access/fire escape

Doors, windows including glazing

Brickwork, render, cladding, all external wall finishes

Sub structure and superstructure including DPCs, weep vents and air bricks

External electrical fixtures and fittings

Boiler flues and extractor fans

Guttering and rainwater pipes

Roof including tiles, fascias, soffits, chimney

Mastic seals

 

Internal:

Doors, windows including glazing

Floor finishes and coverings

All electric and plumbing items including fixtures and fittings

Internal doors/ironmongery

All internal woodwork/joinery items

Stairs and all associated components

Heating and boiler flues

Ventilation/extract fans

Kitchens and appliances

Bathrooms, en-suites, WCs and all associated items

All wall finishes and decoration

Smoke alarms

Fire safety

Roof space and loft

Mastic seals