Showcase The Interior

Attic

• Check underside of roof for leaks, stains or dampness

• Look around chimney for condensation or signs of water

• Clean and clear ventilation openings if necessary

• Clean out stored junk

Walls and Ceilings

• Check condition of paint and wallpaper

• Repair cracks, holes or damage to plaster or wallboard

Windows and Doors

• Check for smooth operation

• Replace broken or cracked panes

• Repair glazing

• Check condition of weather stripping and caulking

• Examine paint

• Test doorbell or chimes

• Test security system

• Wash windows and woodwork, if necessary

Floors

• Inspect for creaking boards, loose or missing tiles, worn areas

• Check baseboards and moldings

• Test the staircases for loose handrails, posts or treads

Bathrooms

• Check tile joints, grouting and caulking

• Remove mildew

• Repair leaking faucets and shower heads

• Check the condition of painted or papered walls

• Test operation of toilet

Kitchen

• Wash all appliances

• Clean ventilator or exhaust fan

• Remove accumulation of grease or dust from tiles, walls and floors

Basement

• Remove clutter

• Check for signs of dampness, cracked walls or damaged floors

• Inspect structural beams

• Check pipes for leaks

Electrical System

• Check exposed wiring and outlets for signs of wear or damage

• Repair broken switches and outlets

• Label each circuit or fuse

Plumbing System

• Check water pressure when taps in bathroom(s) and kitchen are turned on

• Look for leaks at faucets and sink traps

• Clear slow-running or clogged drains

• Bleed air off radiators if needed, and check for leaking valves

Heating and Cooling Systems

• Change or clean furnace and air-conditioning filters

• Have equipment serviced, if needed

• Clear and clean area around heating and cooling equipment