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First viewing printable pack

Record observations and not-checked items across twelve property checks. A blank first-viewing worksheet, not a condition assessment.

Reviewed 24 September 2026 · England-first · general information

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Property: ____________________________________Date: ____________________Viewing time: ____________
  1. Roof and exteriorLook for slipped tiles, damaged gutters, staining, and recent repairs.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  2. Walls and movementRecord visible cracks, bulges, or doors and windows that do not sit square.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  3. Damp and drainageNote smells, marks, condensation, ground levels, drains, and standing water.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  1. ElectricsRecord the consumer unit, socket condition, and any visible temporary wiring.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  2. Heating and hot waterNote boiler or heat-source age, controls, radiators, and hot-water arrangement.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  3. Plumbing and water pressureAsk to run taps and record leaks, slow drainage, pressure, or pipe concerns.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  1. Windows and doorsOpen examples and note failed seals, locks, draughts, frames, and glazing.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  2. Noise and daylightPause in main rooms and record traffic, neighbours, outlook, and natural light.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  3. Layout and storageCheck real furniture routes, usable storage, room proportions, and awkward access.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  1. Tenure and lease detailsRecord what the seller or agent states; verify documents with your solicitor.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  2. Charges and planned worksRecord stated service charges, estate fees, reserve funds, and planned major works.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________
  3. Access and parkingNote boundaries, shared access, parking arrangement, bins, bikes, and deliveries.

    □ Clear□ Follow up□ Concern□ Not checked

    Notes: ______________________________________________

Viewing prompt only. This checklist cannot reveal concealed defects, verify legal statements, value a property, or replace an appropriate survey, conveyancing, financial, tax, insurance, or trade assessment.

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