Prior to closing on a property the home buyer or a representative for the home buyer should conduct a pre-closing inspection. 

This is when to take the prior home inspection list and make sure all of the items have either been addressed or fixed. Slab 2 Shingles will do this for a nominal fee at the Buyer’s Request.

Here is a general checklist:
Closing Inspection Services in Florida

GENERAL ELECTRICAL

• Are the items agreed to be left by the seller present?
  
• Do the lights come on at each switch?
  
• Is there visible damage with the owner’s furniture now gone that you couldn’t see before?
  
• Are all of the light fixtures and ceiling fans present and working?
  
• Are the smoke detectors functional?
  
• Do the breakers work correctly?
  

EXTERIOR AND STRUCTURE

• Check cracks, or separations?
  
• Have the repairs and painting been finished?
  
• Are wooden decks and hand rails secure?
  
• Have you walked around the property?
  

KITCHEN

• Are the appliance accessories present?
  
• Do the appliances still operate satisfactorily?
  
• Are the instructions/warranties left for the appliances?
  
• Do the cabinets, countertops, or floors appear damaged?
  

CRAWL SPACE, AIR DUCTS

• Are the lowest portions dry?
  
• Are crawl space vents open for good ventilation?
  
• Do you see any wet spots?
  

HEATING AND COOLING*

• Do the systems function when you operate the thermostat?
  
• Are the air filters clean?
  
• Any extra filters left?
  
• Is there debris clogging the exterior air units?
  

LOT AND GROUNDS

• Any changes to the driveway, patio, or sidewalks?
  
• Are the fences tight, and do the gates operate?
  
• Reset the automatic sprinkler to minimum setting.
  

GARAGE

• Do the vehicle doors work smoothly and reverse?
  
• Do you have the car door remote controls?
  
• Do you see any damage with the personal items gone?
  

INTERIOR WALLS, CEILINGS, AND FLOORS

• Are the carpets stained in closets near the shower areas?
  
• Are there holes or damage from the move-out?
  
• Are there broken or “fogged” windows or doors?
  

SURFACE WATER CONTROL

• Has the re-grading (if any), been accomplished?
  
• Are the gutters aligned and cleaned of debris?
  
• Do the downspouts direct water positively away?
  

PLUMBING

• Do the faucets and drains function satisfactorily?
  
• Is there hot water at each appropriate location?
  
• Do the toilets flush and cycle normally?
  
• Check beneath each cabinet for leaks or moisture.
  

ROOF

• Are there missing shingles since the last visit?
  
• Have the roof repairs (if any), been performed?
  
• Is the attic ventilation open and working if power?
  
• Are the bushes and trees trimmed back and not touching?