Frequently asked questions
What should a home inspection checklist cover?
Structure and foundations, roof and loft, exterior walls and drainage, the consumer unit and sockets, plumbing fittings and the boiler or water heater, heating and ventilation, windows and doors, insulation, and every interior room including kitchens and bathrooms. Each area needs condition notes and photos for any issues.
Who uses home inspection checklists?
Surveyors, buyers carrying out their own pre-offer walkthroughs, estate agents, and property managers running move-in or move-out inspections. The same checklist structure suits all of them.
What's the best app for a home inspection checklist?
Punch List & Site Audit captures each item with a photo, location, and notes, and exports a PDF report. It works offline on iOS, which matters in lofts, cellars, and properties with no active service.
Should a home inspection checklist include photos?
Yes. Photos are the most important part of the report, because they show exactly what was flagged and give buyers leverage in negotiations. Every defect should have at least one photo attached.
How long does a home inspection take with a good checklist?
Most house inspections take two to four hours on site. A photo-enabled app shortens the writing-up afterwards from hours to minutes, because the PDF is generated automatically from the captured items.