DUFFY buyers demand a formal itemized PDF quote broken down by labor, materials, scope, and timing.
A formal PDF estimate can support your Amendment to Address Defects and gives the seller less room to argue the price.
Take detailed, dated pictures during your final walkthrough and keep them with your closing records.
When inspecting the home, make sure that you are looking in a circle that encompasses the whole room. Around the window, up to the ceiling joints, back around the other wall and then under the cabinets and on the floor. Do this in small areas so that you don’t miss anything. Go room by room methodically.
The home is in the same condition as when you made the offer.
No new damage (walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows).
All agreed-upon repairs have been completed.
No personal belongings from the seller remain (unless included in the contract or move out is not complete).
HVAC (Heating & Cooling): Turns on, and adjusts properly.
Refrigerator & Freezer: Cold, seals properly, and no strange noises.
Stove/Oven: Turns on and heats properly.
Microwave: Turns on and heats food.
All sinks, tubs, and showers have running water with good pressure.
Hot water is working.
Toilets flush properly and do not run continuously.
No visible leaks under sinks, around toilets, or in the basement/crawl space.
All light fixtures and ceiling fans turn on.
Smoke & carbon monoxide detectors are installed.
Garage door opener(s) work and include remotes (if applicable).
Security system or smart home features function (if included).
All doors open, close, and lock properly.
Windows open, close, and lock properly.
No broken glass or window damage.
Screens are intact and in place.
No new exterior damage (roof, siding, gutters, foundation).
Lawn and landscaping are maintained as agreed.
Outdoor faucets function.
Stand at the curb and carefully look at all exterior features of the home..
Seller left all agreed-upon fixtures (light fixtures, fans, built-in appliances, etc.).
Seller left keys, garage door remotes, mailbox keys, and any gate fobs.
Manuals & warranties for appliances/systems (if available).
No pests or signs of infestation.
No unusual smells or mold/mildew.
Verify move-in condition matches contract agreements.
If you took any photos prior, compare those to the property today.
Contractor playbook
DUFFY buyers demand a formal itemized PDF quote broken down by labor, materials, scope, and timing.
A formal PDF estimate can support your Amendment to Address Defects and gives the seller less room to argue the price.
DUFFY buyers hire an independent professional from the DUFFY Preferred Vendor Shortlist.
The seller's contractor has incentive to make the repair sound cheap and minor. Your contractor protects your equity.
DUFFY buyers work with reputable trades who provide free or low-cost diagnostic quotes for pending buyers.
This keeps your out-of-pocket cash protected before you officially own the home.