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FINAL WALKTHROUGH CHECKLIST
When you purchase a home, the purchaser has the option of requesting a final walkthrough of the property before possession day to ensure everything is in order. There is no “pre-possession walkthrough” clause in the standard Residential Purchase Contract.
As such, if your client requires a walkthrough, and the seller(s) agree, then a term must be written into the contract. Having a checklist handy can help to ensure that you will cover everything important during the walkthrough. Below, is a checklist that is commonly used and is in line with the standard Residential Purchase Contract.
FINAL WALKTHROUGH CHECKLIST
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NAME(S) OF CLIENT:................................. |
NAME(S) OF OTHER PARTY:.................. |
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RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS:............................................. |
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DATE OF WALKTHROUGH:.................................................... |
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SECTION 1: INITIAL CONSIDERATIONS
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QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER |
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1) Are the items you purchased with the house present?................... |
YES |
NO |
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2) Has the seller removed their personal property from the house?... |
YES |
NO |
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3) Have all agreed-to repairs been made to the property, to your satisfaction?............................................... |
YES |
NO |
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4) Is there any damage to the walls, floors or ceiling caused by the sellers, their pets or the movers?......................................... |
YES |
NO |
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5) Any signs of mold or water damage?..................................... |
YES |
NO |
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS
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Question: Are the following items substantially in the same condition as it was when you signed the standard Residential Purchase Contract and are they in good working order?............................................................ |
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THE HOME APPLIANCES |
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6) Stove........................................................ |
YES |
NO |
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7) Refrigerator.............................................. |
YES |
NO |
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8) Microwave............................................. |
YES |
NO |
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9) Dishwasher............................................ |
YES |
NO |
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10) Washer and Dryer........................................ |
YES |
NO |
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11) Faucets............................................ |
YES |
NO |
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THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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12) Light switches and power outlets................................ |
YES |
NO |
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13) Doorbell......................................... |
YES |
NO |
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14) Garage door/ Garage door opener(s)................................ |
YES |
NO |
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15) Exhaust fans and ceiling fans....................................... |
YES |
NO |
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THE PLUMBING SYSTEM......................................... |
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16) Toilets.................................... |
YES |
NO |
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17) Sinks, bathtubs and showers.............................. |
YES |
NO |
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18) Water drainage.................................................. |
YES |
NO |
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THE H.V.A.C. SYSTEM.......................................... |
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19) Heating system....................................................... |
YES |
NO |
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20) Air conditioning unit............................................... |
YES |
NO |
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21) Thermostat........................................................... |
YES |
NO |
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WINDOWS AND DOORS........................................ |
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22) Windows........................................................... |
YES |
NO |
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23) Locks and latches on windows and doors........................ |
YES |
NO |
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OUTSIDE THE HOUSE........................................ |
YES |
NO |
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24) Landscaping....................................................... |
YES |
NO |
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25) Sprinkler system.................................................. |
YES |
NO |
If you have any questions concerning the final walkthrough, please don’t hesitate to contact Khemka Law or counsel of your choosing. If there’s a topic you’d like us to cover, please let us know! We are always here to assist you and your clients. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Pranav Khemka
Pranav Khemka, Barrister & Solicitor
Suite 202, 5403 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, AB T3B 4Z1 | T: (403) 457-9577 | F: (403) 457-9578
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