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● Open and close all doors (including closets), and windows. Are
any falling off? Do they have proper insulation?

● Open and close every window and door treatments ( blinds)
● Open and close the garage doors. Make sure your car can fit
comfortably.
● Flush every toilet and look into the tanks for worn out parts
and carbonate build-up.
● Check the kitchen cabinets for functionality. Make sure lazy
suzan, spice trays, and garbage pull-outs all work. Look for
broken hinges and out-of-balance doors. Look under sinks for
water damage or water dropping. Check garbage disposal
(sink erator). Ensure that the faucets have no leaks, are not
too stiff or loose.
● In the bathroom, turn on the water in the shower and let it run
for 15 to 20 minutes. See if you get a good mix of cold and hot
water. Is the water pressure acceptable? Check to make sure
the tub can hold water and that it also drains freely. Is the
extraction fan functioning? Knock the tiles to make sure they
are not falling apart.

Use the Homebuyer’s Walkthrough Assessment Form to help you
decide which house to make your home. See the resources section
at the back of this book for download information.

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