In order to maximize the efficiency of your appraisal inspection, we recommend the following steps be completed (where applicable) prior to the appraiser’s arrival:
- Clean, i.e. make beds, vacuum, clear/clean dishes, clean bathrooms, etc.
- De-clutter, i.e. all storage areas, garage, etc.
- Close garage doors
- Cut lawn or clear snow from driveway, pathways, sidewalks, etc.
- Clean pool, decks, patios, etc.
- Remove or contain pets, especially those that are uncomfortable with visitors
- Turn on lights in all rooms and outside (for evening appointments)
- Make sure all rooms are accessible and unoccupied, as well as utility areas (electrical panels, furnace, water heater, etc.)
- Have property assessment/tax bill available
- Have any other pertinent documents available, i.e. floor plans, warranties/receipts, registration/permits for additional units, zoning changes, renovations or construction, all plans/cost schedules for renovations or construction, etc.
Thank you!