Attic Access - If it's blocked, locked or screwed shut, a re-inspection will be required. Make sure there is access!

Crawl Space - it will be the homewoner's responsibility to make this area accessible, so that it can be inspected

Chipped/Peeling Paint - if the home is 1978 or older, chipped/peeling paint will need to be scraped & painted

Smoke detectors - must have one on each floor and outside each separate sleeping area.

GFI Outlets - need in the bathrooms and near open sinks in kitchen (per most local codes, not FHA)

Electrical - Exposed wiring or uncovered juntion boxes.

Broken - windows or doors will need to be repaired

Safety handrails - Should be installed in open stairwells of three or more stairs.

Appliances - must have operable stove & refrigerator

Plumbing - no leaking faucets and good pressure

Trip Hazard - cracked walkways, driveway, poorly installed carpeting

Roof - no more than 3 layers of shingles; must have 3-year life expectancy (determined by appraisers visual inspection)