a quick reference of what to look for

Foundation

look at the base of walls for any obvious cracks; a crack wider than a hairline should be evaluated

water is your house’s worst enemy; look for drainage away from the structure; this ensures proper water flow

older piping can restrict water flow; also check water heater for a pressure temperature valve

ensure all outlets are grounded; an improperly grounded outlet can be a huge potential hazard

what’s the overall condition; when was it last replaced; is it near end of life

having your HVAC System checked and maintained on a regular basis can keep your system running longer than normal