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100 Questions to Ask During a House Viewing

May 29, 2026

100 Questions to Ask During a House Viewing

No. Item Definition
1. Are smoke alarms fitted? Ask about smoke alarms.
2. Are the gutters in good shape? Ask about gutter condition.
3. Are the locks up to standard? Ask about lock quality.
4. Are the neighbours noisy? Ask about neighbour noise.
5. Are there any bad smells? Ask about odours.
6. Are there any boundary disputes? Ask about boundary conflicts.
7. Are there any cladding issues? Ask about cladding safety.
8. Are there any damp issues? Ask about damp problems.
9. Are there any planned works? Ask about upcoming works.
10. Are there any restrictions? Ask about property restrictions.
11. Are there any rights of way? Ask about access rights.
12. Are there any shared areas? Ask about communal spaces.
13. Are there any structural issues? Ask about structural problems.
14. Are there cracks in walls? Ask about wall cracks.
15. Are there drafts anywhere? Ask about draughts.
16. Are there signs of mould? Ask about mould presence.
17. Can I flush the toilets? Ask to test toilets.
18. Can I see planning documents? Ask for planning papers.
19. Can I see the boiler records? Ask for boiler history.
20. Can I see the fuse box? Ask to inspect electrics.
21. Can I see the garden boundary? Ask about garden limits.
22. Can I see the meter readings? Ask to check meters.
23. Can I test the taps? Ask to try taps.
24. Can pets be kept here? Ask about pet rules.
25. Can the loft be converted? Ask about loft conversion.
26. Can two cars fit here? Ask about parking capacity.
27. Could the kitchen be opened up? Ask about layout changes.
28. Do any rooms get cold? Ask about cold rooms.
29. Do I need a permit? Ask about parking permit.
30. Do the appliances stay? Ask if appliances remain.
31. Do the windows open well? Ask about window function.
32. Do trains pass nearby? Ask about train noise.
33. Does anything need repairing? Ask about needed repairs.
34. Does it get much sunlight? Ask about natural light.
35. Does the cellar stay dry? Ask about cellar dampness.
36. Does the floor feel level? Ask about floor evenness.
37. Does the garden get sun? Ask about garden sunlight.
38. Has any work been DIY? Ask about amateur work.
39. Has it been extended? Ask about extensions.
40. Has it had any subsidence? Ask about ground movement.
41. Has the boiler been serviced? Ask about boiler servicing.
42. Has the chimney been checked? Ask about chimney inspection.
43. Has the garage got power? Ask about garage electricity.
44. Has the property flooded? Ask about past flooding.
45. Has the wiring been certified? Ask about electrical certification.
46. Has there been pest activity? Ask about pests.
47. Have there been any leaks? Ask about past leaks.
48. Have there been any offers? Ask about current offers.
49. How busy is the road? Ask about traffic levels.
50. How efficient is the heating? Ask about heating efficiency.
51. How far is the station? Ask about station distance.
52. How is the water pressure? Ask about water flow.
53. How long has it been listed? Ask time on market.
54. How long is the commute? Ask about commute time.
55. How long is the lease? Ask about lease length.
56. How much is the service charge? Ask about service fees.
57. How much upkeep is needed? Ask about maintenance needs.
58. How old are the windows? Ask about window age.
59. How old is the boiler? Ask about boiler age.
60. How old is the plumbing? Ask about plumbing age.
61. How old is the roof? Ask about roof age.
62. How secure are the doors? Ask about door security.
63. Is it in a conservation area? Ask about area status.
64. Is street parking permitted? Ask about street parking.
65. Is the area prone to crime? Ask about local crime.
66. Is the decking sound? Ask about decking condition.
67. Is the driveway shared? Ask about driveway ownership.
68. Is the fireplace working? Ask about fireplace use.
69. Is the garden overlooked? Ask about garden privacy.
70. Is the loft insulated? Ask about loft insulation.
71. Is there a bus route nearby? Ask about bus access.
72. Is there a carbon alarm? Ask about carbon monoxide alarm.
73. Is there a chain involved? Ask about linked sales.
74. Is there a septic tank? Ask about septic system.
75. Is there a warranty left? Ask about remaining warranty.
76. Is there any asbestos? Ask about asbestos presence.
77. Is there enough storage? Ask about storage space.
78. Is there mains drainage? Ask about sewer connection.
79. Is there underfloor heating? Ask about floor heating.
80. Is there visitor parking? Ask about guest parking.
81. May I view it again? Ask for second viewing.
82. Were guarantees provided? Ask about work guarantees.
83. Were permits obtained? Ask about legal approvals.
84. What are the ground rent fees? Ask about ground rent.
85. What are the running costs? Ask about regular household costs.
86. What is included in the sale? Ask what stays.
87. What is the council tax? Ask about local property tax.
88. What is the EPC rating? Ask about energy rating.
89. What is the internet speed? Ask about broadband performance.
90. What is the mobile signal like? Ask about phone signal.
91. What is the parking like? Ask about parking situation.
92. What type of heating is used? Ask about heating system.
93. When can they move out? Ask about move-out timing.
94. When was it last rewired? Ask about electrical updates.
95. When was the roof replaced? Ask about roof replacement.
96. Where is the stopcock? Ask about water shutoff.
97. Which way does it face? Ask about property aspect.
98. Who manages the building? Ask about management company.
99. Who owns the fences? Ask about fence ownership.
100. Why is the owner moving? Ask seller’s reason.
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