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Here’s what we know, though: Windows and window screens, and doors and door screens, are easily damaged during the escrow period and during the move-out/move-in process, especially in a home with children. Light switches and electrical outlets can be damaged while moving the oversized sofa or bed out the door. Light bulbs will burn out or not work because the light switch was damaged. Because of the location of water supply and drainage pipes in our sink cabinets, where we start cramming things immediately upon move-in, plumbing pipes are easily damaged during the escrow period and during the move-out/move-in process, possibly causing loose pipes and leaks. Lights, wall switches, and outlets (electrical, telephone, and cable) get a lot of use during the escrow period, during the move-out/move-in process, and for those various parties, and thus are easily damaged.
In other words, by the time the Buyer is completely moved in, there could be just about anything that isn’t right or isn’t the same as it was on the day of the inspection. That, of course, is the nature of real estate. Also read our special section on “When Things Go Wrong.”) |
So how do you remedy all this post-inspection damage? There are a couple of ways.
First, we believe the purpose of your final walk-through is not only to make sure that any requested items have been repaired, but also to make sure that additional damage, deterioration, and destruction beyond normal wear and tear has not occurred. We recommend a careful, slow, and thorough observation with your Realtor at your final walk-through to ensure your satisfaction. Second, after you have had your own moving parties, walk around your home and check for damage caused by your guests. Hey! After all, it was a party! You’re very likely to find some damage; in many instances, your guests may not even know that they caused any damage. |
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