Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Farm Building Condition Assessment
A checklist for assessing the condition of farm buildings. It helps owners and buyers note roofs, structure, safety issues, and repair priorities. Use it alongside advice from local advisors.
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What is on this checklist
- Roof condition
- Foundation and floor
- Walls and framing
- Doors and windows
- Electrical safety
- Ventilation
- Water and drainage
- Pest signs
- Repair priority notes
How to use this checklist
Print a few copies and keep them where the work happens. Go item by item, tick OK, FIX or N/A, and write what needs attention in the notes.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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