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    First Home Buyers Checklist

    Don’t miss a thing when you inspect your potential new home with our First Home
    Buyer’s Checklist. Take notes as you go and use this as a guide to make sure the
    property is fit for purchase.

    Location The Land


    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Does the area have, or will it have, Is there backfill, loose boulders or
    all the amenities you might need excess water seepage?
    (eg. shops, schools, transport)? Is there steep grading or are there
    Is it zoned residential? dense trees? If you are considering
    What are the local council’s building extensions, you may need to get an
    requirements? engineer’s report to assess the block.
    Is the electricity connected? Is it free from landslip? Check with
    Is the sewer connected? the local council, and if necessary,
    Is this a flood-prone area? obtain a geo-technical engineer’s
    Is there air-traffic noise in this area? report.

    Outside the Property


    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Is the paintwork in good condition? Is it possible to extend the property
    Is the building free from damp? Look for future needs?
    for signs of damp around window Has the property already been
    sills, on ceilings and under floor added to?
    coverings. Were the extensions approved by
    Are there any cracks in the walls? council?
    Are the roofing, guttering and If there is a pool, does the fencing
    down pipes in good condition? comply with safety standards?
    Is there a garage or carport? Is the pool or spa equipment
    Are paths, fences and retaining walls operational?
    in good condition?

    Inside the Property


    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Are the walls and ceilings in good What is included in the contract
    condition? Remember to check (eg. floor coverings, curtains, blinds,
    behind furniture light fittings, air conditioning,
    Is the floor level and in sound heating appliances)?
    condition (eg. are timber floors free Are any inclusions fully paid for and
    from spring, are concrete floors free what is their condition?
    from cracks)? Is the property insulated, ceilings
    and walls?

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    Inside the Property Bedrooms
    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Is there good natural lighting and Will the bedrooms be affected by
    ventilation in all rooms? noise and light factors (eg. street
    Do the windows and doors open lights, headlights of passing cars,
    and close properly? screeching brakes, trucks changing
    Are there any fly screens? gears)?
    Check the number of power points. Will the bedrooms be cool in
    Are they suitably located? summer?
    Is the telephone connected? Are wardrobes included in the
    Is there a TV antenna and outlet? Is it price?
    included in the sale?
    Will your furniture fit into the
    property?
    Are doorways and passageways
    wide enough to move furniture
    through?

    Kitchen
    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Are there sufficient cupboards and is Turn on all taps to check for water
    there enough bench space? pressure and water hammer. Does
    Do the cupboards open and shut water in sinks and wash basins drain
    properly? Test. away quickly?
    Do the stove and hotplates work Are there sufficient power points?
    properly? Test. Is the lighting adequate?
    Will your refrigerator fit?
    If there is a dishwasher, is it included
    in the sale? If not, is there room for a
    dishwasher and microwave oven?

    Bathroom Laundry
    YES NO CHECK YES NO CHECK
    Is there sufficient ventilation? Is the size and type of hot water
    Is there an exhaust fan? service suitable?
    Is the shower recess free from leaks? Can your washing machine be
    Test to see if water leaks through or installed without problem?
    under the screen. Is there room for a clothes dryer?
    Are there sufficient power points? Are there sufficient power points?
    Is the lighting adequate? Are there
    mirrors, cupboards and towel
    rails?
    Is the toilet in good condition?

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