For-Sale-by-Owner Home Inspection Checklist — PDF

A printable, dual-use home inspection worksheet for for-sale-by-owner properties. Sellers can use it before listing to identify deferred maintenance, document known conditions, gather records, and prepare for disclosure questions. Buyers can use it before making an offer to record visible concerns, identify inaccessible areas, request documentation, flag specialist referrals, and organize inspection contingencies. Covers exterior and drainage, roof and attic, foundation and structure, interior moisture, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, safety and environmental concerns, buyer questions, repair referrals, photo indexing, and final limitations. Educational use only; not a substitute for a licensed inspection or professional advice.