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House Inspection List
What To Look For: • Stains on basement walls • Moss, mildew, or stains on lower siding • Stains or mildew on underside of roof • Soggy areas in yard • Eroded areas in walkway or driveway • Roof that sags in the middle • Walls that curve in and out • Windows or doors that look crooked • Porches that lean or sag • Diagonal cracks above doors and windows • Slipping or shifted foundation • Floors that feel spongy or uneven • Inside doors or windows that don’t fit • Houses that built on wood posts or sill beams on ground • Very high heating or air conditioning bills (ask the owner if you can look at the bills) • Leaking plumbing, especially the main water line, turn on the water and look at the pipes • Main electrical service that is too small (turn on lots of lights and appliances at the same time to see if they blow a fuse or circuit breaker) • Extension cords running a long way • Odd smells, such as sewer gas • Lack of insulation in attic (there should be thick insulation on the floor or ceiling) • Signs of termite or ants • Old flaky paint on sills or trim • Flaky paint on the outside • Floor covering that is worn in large areas • Siding that is wavy or spongy underneath • Roof cover that is seriously worn or has many layers It is important that you take the time to do a thorough job of evaluating each property before making a decision to buy. For more information please contact Prime Lend America Mortgage Corporation - Call Toll-Free: 1-877-US-PRIME
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