Vacant house inspection checklist

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Vacant home inspection checklists are the area where most mistakes occur in decision-making when looking for a vacant home. If the documents and local information do not match, additional costs and unexpected procedures will occur later, so it is important to establish a framework from the initial confirmation.

In particular, properties in rural areas are complicated by age, repair history, and local rules. Rather than making judgments based on appearance alone, accumulating information step by step increases the accuracy of judgments.

Things to remember in advance preparation

During advance preparation, organize the required documents and the purpose of confirmation. If you look inside with a vague purpose, you tend to overlook important items.

By creating a ``order of confirmation'' and a ``axis of comparison'' during the preparation stage, actions on site will become clearer.

Points to note during on-site inspection

During the on-site inspection, we thoroughly complete the three-piece set: photos, notes, and checklist. Fixing the location of the photo will make it easier to compare it with other properties.

Record any concerns you may have on the spot, and be sure to verbalize them later. By keeping records, it will be easier to explain the matter to the relevant parties.

How to proceed with judgment/comparison

At the judgment stage, we identify differences between the materials and local information. If the difference is large, increase the priority of additional confirmation.

By creating a comparison table and sorting out costs, renovations, daily activities, and surrounding environment, it will be easier to get the same understanding with all parties involved.

Perspectives for deepening consideration

At an advanced stage of consideration, future usage methods will also be considered. When considering rental or operation, review the balance between expected revenue and renovation costs.

Finally, creating a template for the information to be shared during consultations will streamline message exchange and make it difficult to omit necessary information.

confirmation step

1. Organize materials in advance preparation
2. Record conditions on site
3. Summarize the judgment materials in a comparison table

checklist

• Create a list of required materials in advance
• Decide where to shoot on-site
• Organize the areas that need repair in order of priority
• Check neighborhood rules and living infrastructure
• Summarize the judgment materials in a comparison table
• Share your questions via message
• Make a rough estimate of cost and time
• Check whether there is a consultation desk or support system.

Common oversights

• Making judgments based only on verbal explanations
• The photos were taken at different locations and cannot be compared.
• Proceeding with ambiguous repair cost estimates
• Make plans without checking local rules
• Necessary information is not reflected in the contract
• Making decisions without checking local livelihoods
• Neglecting invisible parts such as plumbing and insulation

consultation template