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The process of buying or selling a home probably doesn’t top anyone’s list of favorite things. While some of the tasks (checking out gorgeous properties, finding the backyard of your dreams) are delightful, there are so many non-glam details involved that are still every bit as crucial as school district and budget: the all-important home inspection.

No one know this better than Egypt Sherrod and her husband, builder and entrepreneur Mike Jackson, the HGTV super couple from the hit show Married to Real Estate (currently filming season four in Atlanta). The pair will be sharing their vast knowledge on all things real estate and home improvement with guests during their lively, interactive presentations at the Atlanta Home Show on September 6 and 7 at the Cobb Galleria.

Sherrod, a radio/television personality and real estate broker, and Jackson, an award-winning DJ and construction builder created their own Atlanta-based real estate construction and design business. They run the business along with raising their family and working on HGTV programs from their own to Rock the Block.

Before they hit the stage at the Atlanta Home Show, take a look at their checklist for home inspection and more:

Your home inspection checklist (from Blog - Indigo Road Realty)

Below are some of the important items you should look at closely during the inspection. If some of the items on this list aren’t covered in your inspector’s final report, find out why.

• Lot – Check the distance of the drainage from the house, and look for damp or soggy areas.

• Foundation – Pay close attention the walls and ceilings, and check for prominent cracks or shifts in the foundation, both inside and outside the home.
  
  
• Exterior – Check if the exteriors require repainting or repairs. Inspect gutters and downspouts, and look for
  dangling wires, loose boards, or other components that may need additional costs to repair or replace.
  
  
• Roof – Check the roof’s overall condition, and ask about the last time it was replaced.
  
  
• Attic – Look at the roof’s interior structure and check for leaks. 
  
  

• Heating/cooling – See if the system is in good working order. If it was previously converted, find out if tanks or old components are still installed within the home.
  
  
• Possible leaks in the interior – Pay attention to ceilings and areas surrounding windows for potential leaks.
  
  
• Electrical – Test switches, search for malfunctions, and ask if all outlets have been grounded.
  
  
• Appliances – If appliances are included in the home, ask about the date of purchase and take note of each unit’s overall condition.
  
  
• Plumbing – Check for malfunctions and strange noises, know whether the sewer line has been scoped for any possible cracks.
  
  
• Basement – Check if the basement has sufficient insulation, and if it shows any signs of dampness.
  
  
• Odor – If any unusual odors are present in the home, find out if you can identify the source and if there is any solution. Musty odors can be a sign of leaks, a wet basement, or other damp areas within the property.

For more on Mike and Egypt and the Atlanta Home Show, please visit Official Atlanta Home Show | September 6-8, 2024 | Cobb Galleria Center (fallatlantahomeshow.com)