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Wednesday, September 23, 2015

The Inspection Part 1

Actually the Dr said I am not suppose to use the laptop after work but I can't stand it. Must record this moment as it's part of house countdown.

The agent called me to arrange for a house inspection which is really weird as I thought house inspection is usually the day you got your key. Regardless of the time I am pretty excited. Asked if Uncle and Aunt are ok to tag along, they decline politely. So I ask Bits whom readily accepted the opportunity to show what a thoughtful boyfriend he is. LOL - I don't think I gave him any choice.


The first person I reached out was my dear Pig sister. She gave me a list of items to look out for and reassure me that the workmanship here will be much more superb than Bolehland. I am now enclosing this list for all my readers and for my future self should I be fortunate to buy another property.

  • All doors - scratches, hinges and fit-frame (open and close properly).
  • All locks 
  • All windows - closing and opening properly, locking properly. cracks/chips, window seal.
  • Wall - uneven patches, crack (need natural light to see this)
  • Floor - uneven floor and if carpet - edges and joining.
  • Floor trap - water flow and no water pooling.
  • Cabinet - hinges, handles, shelving is balance and all screws present
  • All water taps working
  • Water flow and pressure - simultaneously turning on all faucets to see if any decrease in pressure.
  • Power outlet - all functional 
  • Oven and stove - workable
  • Toilet - flushing
  • hot water/cold water working
  • Air conditioning/ heater working
  • Exhaust fan working
  • Smoke alarm present.

Needless to say I impressed the hell out of the real estate agent by turning up with my own muscle man and a pail with a hair dryer, post it notes, checklist and marker.

To be continue....