Checklist for viewing a property

The Location

• Does the area have the local amenities you might need?
  • Shops
  • Schools and child care
  • Doctors/hospital
  • Public transport
  • Food and entertainment
• Are there any local council planning changes or planned infrastructure developments in the near future?
• How long will it take you to travel to work?

Inside the property

• Check what is included – carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings, air conditioning, heating and any appliances
• Are there enough bedrooms and bathrooms?
• What is the condition of the electrical wiring?
• Does the plumbing work?
• Are walls, ceilings and floors in good condition?
• Is the kitchen in good condition?
• Do all the windows and doors open and close?
• Is there enough storage space?
• Is there space for your fridge, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer?

Outside the property

• Is there off-street parking?
• Is the building structurally sound?
• Are there signs of damp around the house (eg bubbling paint, a musty smell)?
• What is the condition of paintwork, windows, fences, gardens, roof and guttering
• Is it possible to extend the property in the future?
• How much northerly sunlight does it get?
• Is there external noise from traffic, trains, planes