property preservation inspection checklist

INTRODUCTION

Property inspection is achieved subject to different elements that are considered at their earlier stage. The entire work that is done under the inspection process is accurately examined to stay away from all the undesirable condition that can show up during the property preservation bidding or repair.

The property preservation inspection includes different parts and each segment has its impact that needs consideration and cautious observation. The property preservation inspection process covers the whole property with heaps of continuous intends to keep up or develop the essentialness of the place. Property inspection is the underlying approach of the total process and a fundamental part of every one of the further methods.

Ground:

• Inspection of the gutter and drainage system.
• Inspection of the yard, background, trees and pathways.
• Inspecting of roof for any hanging trees.
• Checking for the growth of pooling, mold, or soggy areas due to drainage issues
• Checking all the downpipes and where the water is directed.
• Checking whether the pathways are debris-free or not.
• Looking for termite, rotted wood, or other issue related to the exterior part of the property.
• Checking the condition of balcony, floor, stair, and fence railings.
• Proper evaluation of the driveways, patios, sidewalks, and entrance whether they cleaned and in good condition or not.

The exterior part of the property:

• Checking the alignment ridge and fascia boards.
• Checking the window and door frames and for leakages
• Inspection of the foundation for any cracks, shifts, or encroaching trees.
• Checking the drip caps.
• Checking the dents, cracks, rot, flaking or bowing with siding.
• Checking exterior paint
• Checking for any decay or cracks around wood pieces and frames
• Proper high of wood siding about the ground.
• Checking for any broken glasses or damaged screens.

Roof:

• Checking for any rotting or decay around fascia, soffits and shingles.
• Proper inspection of a gutter system for decay, rust, sagging, bending, accumulated        dirt, or unsealed joints.
• Checking whether the vents are clean or not.
• Checking for any crack, patches, splits, or silt deposits.
• Proper inspection of the chimney.

Air conditioner and heater:

• Checking the maintenance of the condenser and pan.
• Checking the thermostats.
• Checking for rust, gas or musty odour around the unit.
• Checking filters.
• Checking the ducts
• Checking for asbestos on air ducts or heating pipes.
• Checking the flues slope to chimney connection for free joints.

Plumbing:

• Checking for any type of sound coming from pipes.
• Checking for pipe damage or leaks.
• Checking for rust or calcium deposits as part of water heater
• Checking thermostat settings.

Kitchen:

• Inspection of the exhaust fan, dishwasher operates
• Checking all other built-in appliances.
• Checking pipes for leaks, stains or decay underneath the kitchen or around sink cabinet flooring.
• Checking sink drainage.
• Checking cabinet doors.

Bathroom:

• Inspection of the exhaust fan for proper ventilation.
• Checking for any caulking near the sink, shower, and tub.
• Checking for any missing or unstable tile.
• Check for any pipe leaks.
• Checking for rust around the sink
• Checking for any type of stain.

Electrical:

• Inspecting the condition of lights, fans, and switches.
• Checking of all the outlets.
• Checking for any open splices with cables and make sure it is secured and protected
• Checking for overheating fuses or breakers.

RPR Services is a property preservation work order processing and updating company, who first analyses the data provided by the property preservation inspector in the form of photos and presents the most acceptable property preservation bids and develops accurate Property Condition Reports (PCR’s) based on the inspection based on the data given to them.