Make a list as such:
1. Run dish washer, washer first, turn on air(summer) or heat(winter),
lights, microwave and other appliances listed in the contract.
2. flush toilet, turn on shower.
3. look around house for cracks on the wall, holes, torn carpet, etc.
4. check attic see if there are water leaks (single family)
5. go around the house see concrete slabs, decks, and if they are in good
shape.
6. the house should be in broom clean condition