Jalousie windows do not provide adequate insulation and leak air at a tremendous rate. Open the windows to ensure that they are not painted shut. Check interior and exterior doors to see if they are level, easy to open and close, and have hardware in good condition. They may be steel, wood or masonite. Wood is the best quality.
Closets Note the number of closets, their condition and depth.
Stoves Fireplaces are a popular selling feature, but you should carefully examine them during your home inspection. Look up the chimney to see whether the flue is lined with terra cotta. Ordinary brick lining is in violation of most codes. It is usually unsafe. Though rare, a chimney of ordinary brick to a thickness of 12 inches on each side is acceptable.