Buyer's Guide · 2026
Property Viewing Checklist
Print this, take it with you, and tick as you go. Go in daylight if you can, and photograph anything you tick as a problem. Bring your phone (torch and camera), a charger to test plugs, and a pen.
Written & verified by
Cara Hendricks
Conveyancing Attorney
Cara is a conveyancing attorney who helps buyers, sellers and agents understand the legal side of property in plain language.
Water (kitchens & bathrooms)
Walls, ceilings & floors
Doors & windows
Electrics
Outside
Documents to ask for (get these in writing)
Quick questions for the seller or agent
Gut-check red flags
My overall feeling on this one: jot it down while it’s fresh, and decide whether it’s worth a professional inspection before you make an offer.
Remember: if you want a defect fixed or the price dropped, put it in the offer in writing. Saying nothing means you accepted it.
This checklist is general information to help you view a property properly. It isn’t legal advice — for anything specific to your purchase, check with your estate agent, conveyancer, or attorney.
Still have questions?
Want the detail behind each check? Read our full buyer’s inspection guide — or ask our resident attorney Cara, or get an instant answer from our assistant.