Resources for Real Estate Professionals
An estimated 57 million housing units nationwide have at least one health hazard, according to data from the U.S. Census. These hazards can cause illness, injury, and even death. Some hazards may be easy to spot during walk-throughs (mold, dust, pests, or deteriorated paint) while others may be hidden and require testing or professional assessment (lead paint and pipes, electrical and physical hazards, radon, carbon monoxide, and other poisons and carcinogens).
Why does this matter for your business?
Today’s buyers and renters are paying closer attention to these conditions, which highlights the importance for real estate professionals to have the tools and confidence to discuss these concerns with their clients. The National Center for Healthy Housing and its subsidiary, Healthy Housing Solutions, can help real estate professionals strengthen their expertise, confidently address client questions, and stand out in a competitive market.
The following resources will help you learn more about healthy housing and leverage our knowledge to provide added value to your business and clients and promote healthy housing features.
Resources
Our resources are free for everyone to use. Real estate professionals are welcome to print physical copies of any resources on this site without seeking prior authorization. There is no limit to the quantity you can print. We do ask that users not alter the published documents without the express written consent of the National Center for Healthy Housing, and attribution should be provided where appropriate. Click to enlarge each resource or to download.
Healthy Homes Maintenance Checklist: Catch potential hazards before they turn into real problems! This helpful checklist provides a matrix of maintenance tasks, the seasons in which they should be completed, and whether to “DIY it” or call a pro.
Lista de mantenimiento para hogares saludables: This Spanish-language version of our popular “Healthy Homes Maintenance Checklist” provides a matrix of maintenance tasks, the seasons in which they should be completed, and whether to “DIY it” or call a pro.
Healthy Homes Maintenance Checklist for Thermal Control—Extreme Cold: For some, climate change means an increased risk of extreme cold and winter weather. Exposure to cold weather can result in hypothermia or frostbite; exacerbate respiratory problems, heart disease, high blood pressure; and can increase risk for injury. This checklist provides a list of activities to complete to prepare for the possibility of extremely cold temperatures.
Healthy Homes Maintenance Checklist for Thermal Control—Extreme Heat: For some, climate change means an increased risk of extreme cold and winter weather. In addition to causing heat stroke, extreme heat conditions can exacerbate respiratory problems, heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. This checklist provides a list of activities to complete to prepare for the possibility of extremely hot temperatures.
The Principles of a Healthy Home: A healthy home is one that is dry, clean, safe, ventilated, free of pests and contaminants, well maintained, and thermally comfortable. In addition, homes should be affordable and accessible to all people, regardless of age or ability.
Get the Full Batch: For your convenience, we’ve included everything into a single zip file, which should download automatically. We’ll add more resources in the future.
Safe at Home with Sammy
Join Sammy in a colorful, rhyme-packed adventure that turns everyday rooms into safe, healthy spaces! From the stairs to the kitchen, the bathroom to the backyard, Safe at Home with Sammy helps kids discover simple, smart habits to protect themselves and the place they live. Designed for children ages 4–8, this warm and engaging story supports families and educators in building homes where everyone can thrive. Newly published by the National Center for Healthy Housing, this fun, educational children’s book makes a great settlement gift for clients of any age. Click the image to order.
Got Five Minutes? Let’s Hear from You!
As real estate professionals, you have a unique perspective on how your clients value healthy housing. We want to learn from you. You can share your thoughts with NCHH and Healthy Housing Solutions, and it only takes about five minutes.
Begin the Keys to a Healthy Home survey here or scan the QR code on the right.
Latest page update: November 14, 2025.