The Final Walk-Through: What Napa and Solano Buyers Should Check

The moving truck is not the checklist. My honest take: before a Napa or Solano closing, bring the signed agreement, repair terms and a clear head to the final walk-through. This is the time to check the actual agreement, not rely on what everyone remembers.

Start with what was agreed

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recommends a final walk-through before signing, including checking that agreed repairs have been completed and items the seller agreed to leave are present. Read your own contract and ask your agent or settlement professional about the timing and rights it provides. Do not assume every transaction has the same terms.

Check repairs against the written terms

My honest take: bring the repair list and any promised receipts, permits or specialist reports. Look at the agreed work, and ask a qualified professional to assess technical questions. A visual visit does not prove that concealed work is sound or replace the inspections your purchase required.

Confirm the included items

For a hypothetical Fairfield purchase where the contract includes a refrigerator, check that the agreed item is still there. If a different appliance appears, document it and raise the discrepancy. Do not assume an item is included just because it appeared in marketing photos. Use the signed agreement and any amendments.

Raise a problem before treating it as settled

CFPB says to contact the seller about unfinished agreed repairs or missing agreed items. Work through your agent, escrow officer, lender or attorney as appropriate. A repair credit or changed arrangement needs to be documented and reviewed for any lender implications. Do not make a side agreement that keeps the lender or closing professionals out of the loop.

Know the limits of the visit

My honest take: allow time for questions and photos rather than squeezing this between errands. If something important is unresolved, ask the relevant professionals about your contractual options and deadlines. Do not simply refuse to close or assume you can cancel without consequences. Contact me for a buyer consultation to discuss the purchase process.

Sources: CFPB: Close the deal; CFPB: Schedule a home inspection. Reviewed November 9, 2026. General guidance; the purchase agreement and professional advice govern your particular transaction.