The property

Is there any sign of rot on the window frames and doors?                         

Check for any damp and mould patches             

Are there any roof tiles missing?                       

Does the property have central heating?

How is hot water supplied?

Are there enough plug points in every room?

Will the rooms accommodate your furniture?

Look inside fitted cupboards/wardrobes to check problems are not hidden

Security

Is the property alarmed?

Do the windows have locks?

Surrounding area

What's the condition of neighbouring properties?

How close is the property to facilities such as schools, shops and leisure facilities?

Is there a lot of passing traffic near the property?

Is the area noisy?

Are there safe places for kids to play?   

Are transport links good?

How far is the nearest bus/train station?

Garden

Does the garden face south or southwest?         

What is the condition of the driveway?

What is the condition of any walls/fences?

Is the garden easy to maintain?

Are there any rights of way over the land?

Which of the boundaries is the responsibility of the property?

Garage

Does the property have a garage or allocated parking?                                                           

What condition is the garage in?

Is there a power supply?

Questions to ask the seller

How long have they lived there and why are they moving?

What are the neighbours like?

What recent repairs/building work has been carried out and are there any guarantees with the work?

What' fixtures/fittings if any are included with the property?

How long has the property been up for sale and how many viewings have they had?

Is the property tied up in a chain?

What is the cost of the rates bill?

How quickly would the owners like to move?