Main Electrical Breaker Panel Part 1
Tip- Locate the electrical panel. The panel should have a clear access path to it. Verify the panel has a secure cover with all screws
Exterior House Spring Checklist
Roof Check for debris sitting on the roof. Debris can cause damage to shingle and water to back up. Check for deteriorated, torn, missing, or
Sump Pumps
Tip- Locate your sump pump. The pit should be securely covered to help prevent a fall hazard or debris or animals/bugs from getting into the
Basement Walls: Water Damage
Tip- Start by walking the basement and looking at the walls from ceiling intersect down to the floor intersect. On unfinished walls look for water
Basement/Crawlspace Ceiling Water Damage
Tip- Examine the basement or crawl space ceiling area. Start at the exterior wall and go around the perimeter of the area or room, then
Floor Joist
Tip- Walk/Crawl through the area looking at the floor joists. Look for joists that been notched out on the bottom side or that have holes
Foundation Support and Beam Issues
Foundation Support and Beam Issues Tip- Go into basement or crawl space. You may be able to view some of the following issues from a
Foundation Issues
Foundation Issues Tip: Walk around the exterior of the house looking at the foundation for cracks or patched cracks larger than 1/8”, shifting at crack
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