Plumbing: Check functionality. Also, a national class action suit has been settled, providing relief for qualifying leaks in polybutylene pipes (PB). For more information, see www.pbpipe.com/index1.htm or www.aaronline.com/documents/polyb.aspx or www.polybutylene.com/selling.html
Cooling/Heating: Make sure the cooling and heating systems are adequate. Arizona State Chapter affiliate of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America: www.acca-az.org/. As of 1/23/06, manufacturers that produce residential air conditioners and heat pumps must meet the new government minimum standard of 13 seasonal energy efficiency rating or “SEER” standard for residential central air conditioners. Check with a licensed contractor and your home warranty company about the implications of this requirement.
Electrical systems: Check for function and safety.