Property checklist

Internal
- electrical, water, structure, windows

External
- neighbourhood, school, shops, kindergarden, public transport

Check
- Is there allocated parking (if not, is it easy to park) ?
- Does it have a private or shared garden?
- Does the property have central heating?
- Has any building work been done on the property since the owners moved in?
- Is the house insulated?
- Do you see any leaks, water stains or suspicious new paint anywhere?
- Do you see any cracks or bulges on walls (could be due to subsidence, moisture or condensation)?
- Is there sufficient natural light in the house?
- Is noise control within the house adequate?
- Are there any water pressure/plumbing problems (check by turning on several taps at once)?
- Are all windows and doorframes in good condition?
- Do any of the windows stick?
- Do all doors close properly?
- Is there any mould in wardrobes, cupboards or bathrooms?
- Are toilets and cisterns in good condition?
- Get on to the roof and check for any signs of rust or cracked tiles.
- Do the gutters show any signs of rust or cracking?
- Is there rust or staining on the exterior walls?
- Check for gaps in the flooring, dampness and borer.

- What are the neighbours like?
- What are the local schools like?
- Are transport links good?
- How far is the nearest station?
- Is the area noisy? Where are the nearest shops?

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