A pro-grade landscape inspection checklist + step-by-step audio walkthrough so you can avoid costly surprises and shop with confidence.
Identify irrigation, drainage, slope, and tree issues most buyers miss
Compare multiple properties without mixing them up
Know which problems are DIY-fixable and which are deal-breakers
Walk every yard with Coach Matt guiding you step by step
Instant digital access. Use it on your phone, tablet or print it.
A pro-grade inspection tool covering:
Irrigation
Drainage
Grade & slope
Outdoors electrical
Greenscape health
Hardscape & structures
Notes pages for comparing multiple properties
This is the same system Coach Matt used professionally when evaluating properties for clients.
Walk the yard with Coach Matt in your ear.
Learn what red flags look like, what’s fixable, what’s expensive, and how to make smart decisions without getting swept up by agent hype.
Take it to every walk-through.
Make clear, confident decisions — and avoid hidden money pits.
Buying a home isn’t just about the four walls — it’s everything outside those walls that can quietly drain your wallet.
Most buyers never check the yard’s irrigation, drainage, grade, trees, electrical, or hardscape.
That’s where the biggest hidden costs live.
Real estate agents focus on the kitchen and the closets.
Inspectors stick to the structure.
But the yard?
You’re on your own unless you know what to look for.
One missed drainage issue can become a $5,000–$20,000 problem.
One diseased tree or failing slope can turn your “dream home” into your biggest regret.
This checklist keeps you from making those mistakes — and helps you inspect a yard like someone who’s been in the landscape trade for decades.
Meet Your Guide
I’m Coach Matt — a landscape contractor, designer, and educator with decades of hands-on experience helping homeowners troubleshoot irrigation issues, drainage failures, bad grading, dying trees, and everything in between.
I created this checklist because I’ve seen too many buyers fall in love with a house, only to move in and discover:
a yard that floods every winter,
a failing sprinkler system buried under the lawn,
dangerous outdoor wiring,
or hardscape problems that cost thousands to fix.
This is the same process I used when inspecting properties for real estate agents and homeowners — boiled down into a simple, DIY-friendly system anyone can follow.
If you want a yard you can enjoy without expensive surprises, you’re in the right place.
Buying a home is a big deal. This checklist gives you the confidence and clarity to make smart decisions before you commit.
With the Homebuyer’s Landscape Checklist + Audio Walkthrough, you’ll be able to:
Spot problems before they become your problems
Identify irrigation failures, dangerous wiring, bad grading, drainage issues, dying trees, and other hidden risks.
Decide what’s a deal-breaker vs. a simple weekend fix
Know which issues are inexpensive DIY projects—and which can cost thousands.
Compare multiple homes without mixing them up
Take notes, check off concerns, and stay organized when touring several properties in one day.
Cut through the hype and pressure
Don’t let emotion or real estate sales tactics distract you from what matters.
Walk any yard like someone who knows what they’re doing
Even if you’re a first-time buyer, you’ll look like a seasoned pro on every walk-through.
Avoid the “I wish we’d noticed that before we bought” regret
This checklist exists to save you from those expensive surprises.
The Homebuyer’s Landscape Checklist + Audio Walkthrough is built from decades of real-world landscape inspections. Here’s exactly what you’ll walk through at each property:
Evaluate zones, valves, drip lines, water pressure, sprinkler types, and overall system health — so you can estimate repairs before you buy.
Identify gutter issues, French drains, sump pumps, clogged lines, pooling, and slope-related drainage risks that can cause basement or foundation damage.
Spot negative slope, hillside runoff issues, wet-season trouble spots, and signs of water moving toward the house — a major, often hidden problem.
Look for exposed wiring, non-code installations, outdated lighting systems, and electrical hazards that most buyers have no idea how to evaluate.
Assess trees, roots, lawn condition, plant health, safety concerns, neighbor landscape influence, and maintenance levels.
Driveways, patios, walkways, decks, fences, lighting systems, sheds, water features, and outbuildings — all graded for condition and potential repair costs.
Keep organized when touring multiple homes. No more mixing up “the one with the bad drainage” and “the one with the dying maple."
Get instant access to the blog with the biggest outdoor red flags buyers miss.
The drainage sign that almost always means costly trouble
How to spot tree and root risks in under a minute
Three quick clues that show if a yard will be easy or high-maintenance
No spam, no fluff. Just straight talk from a landscape pro who’s seen too many buyers get burned.
You don’t need experience, tools, or special training. Here’s how to use the checklist and audio guide on every walk-through:
Get instant access to the printable + fillable checklist and the 29-minute audio walkthrough.
Coach Matt walks you through each major yard component so you know exactly what to look for.
Use your phone, tablet, or a printed copy as you inspect each property’s irrigation, drainage, grade, trees, hardscape, and more.
Mark concerns, jot notes, and keep every property’s details straight — even on busy touring days.
Avoid the expensive surprises that catch most homebuyers off guard.
You’re not just getting a checklist.
You’re getting a complete, easy-to-use system built from decades of landscape experience.
A detailed, professional-grade inspection tool for every property you walk.
A 29-minute guide where Coach Matt explains each part of the yard so you don’t miss a thing.
Keep your notes tidy and avoid mixing up properties during busy touring days.
This is the same method Coach Matt used when evaluating yards for homeowners, real estate agents, and property investors.
Use it now—and again years later when upgrading homes or advising friends and family.
Regular Price: $9 | LAUNCH PRICE: $7
Get the complete Homebuyer’s Landscape Checklist + Audio Walkthrough and shop with confidence.
This small investment could save you thousands in future yard repairs.
Full printable + fillable checklist
29-minute audio walkthrough
Comparison + notes pages
Lifetime access and updates
Secure checkout • Instant access • Use on any device
Yes. The checklist is written in clear, simple language and the audio walkthrough explains every step so you know exactly what to look for.
That’s the whole point. This guide gives you the confidence of someone who’s walked thousands of yards. You just follow the prompts.
Absolutely. Irrigation, drainage, grading, trees, electrical, and hardscape issues show up in every region. The checklist teaches you how to spot universal red flags.
No tools required. Just your phone (or printed checklist), ears for the audio, and a few minutes to walk the yard.
Yes. Print as many copies as you need. The checklist includes notes and comparison pages so you stay organized when touring several properties in one day.
Most buyers complete it in 10–20 minutes per yard. The audio walkthrough is a one-time listen you can replay anytime.
Yes — you get lifetime access. Use it for this home purchase and your next one.
Homeowners and DIYers across the country have learned from Coach Matt’s no-nonsense approach to landscaping.
From irrigation fixes to drainage solutions and complete yard makeovers, Yard Coach has helped thousands get the yard they want — without spending a fortune.
Decades of real landscape contractor experience
Clear, simple explanations anyone can follow
DIY-first mindset to save homeowners money
Thousands of followers learning through YouTube and weekly content
A track record of helping buyers, homeowners, and DIYers avoid costly mistakes
This checklist continues that same mission — helping you make smart choices before you invest in a home.
These comments came from the Yard Coach YouTube video that inspired this checklist — a clear sign of how many homebuyers needed this information.
You’re about to make one of the biggest investments of your life.
Don’t walk into your next home tour blind to the yard, the drainage, the trees, or the hidden issues outside the four walls.
This checklist + audio walkthrough gives you the confidence to inspect every property like a pro — and avoid the expensive mistakes most buyers never see coming.
Instant download • Use on any device • Lifetime access