Final Walkthrough — What to Look For Before You Get the Keys
- Andrew Georgitsis
- Jul 25
- 2 min read
🔍 Final Walkthrough: What to Look For Before You Get the KeysYou're almost a homeowner—but before you close, there's one last chance to make sure everything is right.
🏡 What Is a Final Walkthrough?
The final walkthrough usually happens a day or two before closing. It’s your chance to:
Confirm the home’s condition is the same as when you made the offer
Ensure any agreed-upon repairs were completed
Verify nothing has been removed or damaged
This isn’t a time for a full inspection—but it is a moment to speak up if something’s off.
✅ What to Check During the Walkthrough
Here’s a helpful checklist to bring with you:
1. Overall Condition Is the home clean and damage-free? Any unexpected changes?
2. Repairs Were the requested repairs completed? Are receipts or warranties available?
3. Appliances Do stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer all work as expected?
4. Lights & Outlets Do all light switches, outlets, and fans work? Test a few.
5. Plumbing Run all faucets, flush toilets, check for leaks under sinks.
6. HVAC & Water Heater Turn on A/C, heat, and hot water to ensure everything’s functional.
7. Doors & Windows Open/close all doors and windows—check locks and screens.
8. Garage & Exterior Test garage door openers, check landscaping, gates, and sprinkler systems if included.
9. Agreed Items Are fixtures, shelves, or appliances that were part of the sale still there?
10. Trash & Debris Has the seller removed all personal items and garbage?
🚨 What If Something’s Wrong?
Call me right away. We can:
Delay closing until it’s resolved
Request a seller credit
Escrow can hold funds until repairs are done
That’s why the walkthrough matters—it’s your safety net before signing.
🎯 One Last Step Before the Keys
The final walkthrough is quick—but powerful. With this checklist and my help, you’ll head to closing day with full confidence.
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Andrew Georgitsis DRE#02266192 📧 info@socalrealtyandinvestments.com 📞 866-322-
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