Final inspection checklist

• Check your contract for any special conditions that exclude specific items.
• Check whether your contract includes a good working order clause, this tells you what you can raise on the day.
• Aim to book the inspection as close to settlement as possible: close enough that little can change before settlement day, with enough time left for the seller to fix anything genuine.

On the day

• The overall condition of the property against what you saw when your offer was accepted, including the garden.
• That any additional items agreed in the special conditions are present.
• All light globes and light switches.
• Power points throughout the property.
• Hot and cold taps, and that sinks and toilets drain and refill properly.
• Air conditioning, on both heat and cool settings.
• The stove and oven.
• Exhaust fans and ceiling fans.
• The garage door and remotes.
• Any pool or spa equipment.
• Gas fixtures, including hot water and heating, where applicable.
• That all keys, remotes and access codes are ready to hand over.

Also worth doing before settlement day

• Arrange your own gas, water and electricity connections directly with Synergy and your water provider. This isn't something your settlement agent organises for you.
• Confirm the exact date keys will be handed over, and get it in writing if you can, rather than an approximate day.

If something's off