Inspections Checklist
To avoid lengthy delay, the following checklist has been made as a guide to aid you in the make ready of the unit for an Initial inspection.
Please go through this checklist before calling to request an inspection.
- The unit has been completely cleaned
- All construction work has been completed and working tools and materials removed
- All exterior doors and windows have locks that are operable
- Window screens must be present and in good condition
- All light switches and electrical outlets cover plates are in place and in good condition
- There is no peeling paint inside the unit and no peeling paint on the exterior surface below five feet
- All cabinet doors open, close and latch easily
- All interior doors must have a keyless locking device
- Dirty walls have been newly painted
- All carpets are clean, secured and free of tripping hazards
- There is at least one operable smoke detector in each level of the unit, especially near sleeping rooms
- There are not plumbing leaks inside or outside the unit
- Water heater has a pressure relief valve and a discharge line directed toward the floor or outside the living area
- All utilities are turned on or connected (electricity, gas, water)
- All sleeping rooms have at least a window (If iron bars are present, it must have some type of fire escape hatch operable from inside the unit)
- The owner or the agent for the owner must be present for an initial inspection
- All grounds around the unit are free from debris and mowed
- Toilets must be working properly
- Lavatory, tub and shower must have hot and cold running water
- Kitchen sink must have hot and cold running water
- Refrigerator/freezer must work properly to prevent food spoilage
- Unit must have a fully operable stove or range
