Biltmore Home Buying Inspection Checklist

Biltmore Home Buying Inspection

Most Biltmore homes are incredible works of craftsmanship, but not all are perfect. Buying a home in Biltmore therefore requires performing the same due diligence as buying a home anywhere else. That diligence includes the typical practice of inspecting a home for sale by way of a professional home inspector.

Even when hiring an experienced home inspector, you will still need to keep an eye out for certain red flags during the home inspection process. Not every home inspector can be an expert in everything, after all, and some may only give a cursory glance at certain areas when pressed for time.

For these reasons, preparing a Biltmore home buying inspection checklist to guide your home inspector’s work — or even to engage in a pre-inspection — can help prevent critical oversights that severely compromise the value and utility of a home.

 

Exterior Inspection

 

___ Proper Grading and Drainage

  • No standing water or evidence of previous long-standing puddles
  • Adequate grading and drainage to move water away from house
  • Gutter downspouts point water away from house

 

___ Proper Landscaping

  • No obviously dead mature trees
  • No branches overhanging the home or touching walls
  • No thick underbrush around main property
  • Driveways, walkways, patios, entrance landings all in good condition, pitched away from main structure

 

___ Exterior Walls, Siding Have No Cracks, Peeling Paint, Stains or Holes

 

___ No Flaking or Spalling in Masonry, Stucco

 

___ Window and Door Frames in Good Condition

  • No signs of rot or insect damage
  • All intersectional lines are straight

 

___ Exterior Handrails Solid, Supportive

 

___ Roof in Adequate Condition

  • No broken tiles or obvious loss of granulation on asphalt shingles; no curling on wood shingles/shakes
  • Flashing covering all exposed roofing areas
  • No dry rot, staining, or sagging on fascia and soffit
  • Venting for eaves
  • Gutters are not rusty and not sagging with sealed joints and a clean coat of paint

 

Interior Inspection

 

___ No Signs of Structural Compromise

  • No stains found on ceilings, walls or floors
  • All structural intersections for floors, walls, ceilings and entryways appear plumb, and all surfaces appear level
  • No large cracks in ceilings or walls
  • All doors and cabinets shut completely, easily and lock

 

___ Stair Handrails and All Guardrails Secure, Supportive

 

___ All Appliances Operate As Intended

 

___ No Signs of Rust on Metal Fixtures, Appliances

 

___ Bathroom and Kitchen Tile Solid and Secure

 

___ Caulking around Sinks, Tubs, Tile in Good Condition

 

___ Attic Crawlspace in Good Condition

  • Adequate ventilation to exterior
  • Insulation on all exposed ducts, water supplies, vent pipes
  • No signs of insect damage or water damage

 

Electrical Systems Inspection

 

___ No Signs of Electrical System Malfunction

  • All light switches operate properly
  • Lights do not flicker when appliances like sink disposal are turned on

 

___ All Outlets Six Feet or Less from Sinks, Tubs Have GFCI Protection

 

Plumbing Systems Inspection

 

___ No Signs of Plumbing Issues

  • All faucets work and have strong water flow
  • Toilets work properly and do not wobble or have stained bases
  • No water stains on shower tile, around tub, under sink plumbing
  • No obvious mineral deposits, cloudiness in tap water
  • No strange noises in walls when pipes are turned on or off

 

___ Water Heater in Good Condition

  • Water heats up fast at every tap
  • No signs of rust or leaks around water heater tank
  • Sacrificial rod at 50% or more integrity

 

HVAC System Inspection

 

___ Good Airflow Throughout House

  • Strong air from vents
  • Strong pull into intake vent
  • At least one air register in each room
  • At least one intake register per level

 

___ Clean Air Filter

 

___ No Combustion Gas Odor Around Heating System

 

___ AC Unit in Good Condition

  • No dust on interior condenser coils
  • No debris on exterior AC unit or plants growing within four feet
  • No signs of rust on unit or icing

 

___ AC Vent Insulation in Good Condition

  • No signs of animal damage
  • Not insulated with asbestos
  • No sagging AC vents

 

Get a Home Inspector You Trust with the Help of a Biltmore, AZ Realtor

This general checklist for home inspection can help you out, but it cannot replace the value of a knowledgeable home inspector or a buyer’s agent who can spot these issues at a glance.

If you need help finding the highest quality properties in Biltmore with minimal risk of serious flaws, then you can entrust a local Biltmore AZ Realtor for their expertise and their recommendations on a trustworthy home inspector.

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Are you interested in houses for sale in the Biltmore Area? Contact Thomas Osterman, an experienced Biltmore real estate agent. Call 602-405-4052 to speak with Thomas now!

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Thomas Osterman

Thomas Osterman, a leader within the Phoenix area real estate community since 1984, has been assisting clients with their home purchasing and selling needs. To date, he has closed over $128 million in sales, was among the top 3% of Maricopa County Realtors in 2012 for gross-dollar sales volume, was named a Top Producer by Phoenix Magazine for 2021, was in the top. 1% of gross-dollar sales volume in Arizona for Q1 2022 and the top 2% for Q2 2022.Thomas has used his intimate knowledge of Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, Central Scottsdale, North Phoenix, North Central Phoenix, Arcadia and the Biltmore neighborhoods to offer an exceptional level of personal service. Due to his master negotiation skills, Thomas will ensure that you receive the outcome you desire and the home you deserve. If you are looking for an experienced, professional and genuine real estate agent to get the job done, contact Thomas today at (602) 405-4052.

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