If you’re buying a home for sale in Midland, one of the first things you’ll do is start touring houses in person – and when you go, you can bring this checklist to make sure you’re catching all the important details.

The Ultimate Walk-Through Checklist for Home Tours in Midland

It’s a good idea to take notes as you walk through each home, especially if you’re seeing more than a few. That way, it’ll be easier to remember everything (things start to blur after a while). Use this list to go room-by-room as you hunt for your dream home in Midland.

Exterior Checklist

Start going through these items as soon as you pull up to the home:

  • Landscaping: Does it look like it’s going to take a lot of maintenance? Is the yard adequately private?
  • Exterior façade: Is the home’s exterior in good repair? Is the paint or siding faded or damaged?
  • Roof: Can you see any missing, damaged or cracked shingles? Are there damp spots that have algae or moss growth?
  • Gutters: Do the gutters look like they’re in good repair? Is there erosion near the downspouts?
  • Porch: Are the steps in good shape, and is there a railing? Does the front door look sturdy and secure? Is the concrete or brick on the porch floor in good shape?

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Kitchen Checklist

There’s a lot to check in the kitchen, including:

  • Appliances: How old are they, and are they energy efficient? Do you see any damage?
  • Countertops: Are the counters in good shape?
  • Cabinets and drawers: Are there enough cabinets to hold all your belongings? Are there enough drawers? Are the cabinets and drawers large enough?
  • Sink and plumbing: What’s the water pressure like? Is the sink chipped or damaged? Do the pipes under the sink appear to be leaking, or is there evidence of a past leak?

Bedroom Checklist

You’re likely to spend a good deal of time in the home’s bedrooms, so check:

  • Flooring: Is there carpet, and if so, is it in good shape? How old are the flooring materials?
  • Layout: Will you have enough room for your bedroom set?
  • Windows: Is there enough natural light in the space?
  • Closets: Are the closets large enough for your belongings? Is there a built-in storage system?
  • Other considerations: Are there ceiling fans? What about additional features, like an en suite bathroom or a fireplace?

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Bathroom Checklist

Go through each bathroom and check out:

  • Storage space: Is there enough, and where will you keep your towels and other toiletries?
  • Tub and shower: Are the surfaces in good shape? Are there any visible leaks?
  • Toilet: Does it appear to be leaking? Is the seat in good shape? Does it continue to run after you flush it?
  • Sink: Is the surface scratched, chipped or otherwise damaged? What’s the water pressure like? Is the drain plug operational?
  • Flooring: Is the flooring in good condition?

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