Wisconsin Real Estate Condition Report (RECR)

Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. ch. 709) generally requires sellers of residential real property consisting of 1-4 dwelling units to deliver a completed Real Estate Condition Report (RECR) to the prospective buyer no later than 10 days after acceptance of a contract. The report must disclose defects of which the owner is aware.

In this form, "aware" means the owner(s) have notice or knowledge. "Defect" means a condition that would have a significant adverse effect on the value of the property, that would significantly impair the health or safety of future occupants, or that if not repaired, removed, or replaced would significantly shorten or adversely affect the expected normal life of the premises.

The seller must disclose based on actual knowledge. This is not a warranty. It is not a substitute for inspections. Buyers should obtain professional inspections.

Federal law also requires lead-based paint disclosures for target housing built before 1978.

This template follows the structure and requirements of the Wisconsin RECR form., -

A. Owner's Information and Property Identification

Owner(s) Name(s): [[Owner Full Name(s)]]

Property Address: [[Street Address]], [[City]], Wisconsin [[ZIP Code]]

Type of Property: [[Single Family / 2-4 Unit / Condominium / Other]]

Year Built (approx.): [[Year Built]]

How long have you owned the property? [[Duration]]

Date this report completed: [[Date]]

In this report, "aware" means you have notice or knowledge of the condition.

"Defect" means a condition that would have a significant adverse effect on value, significantly impair health or safety of occupants, or if not fixed would significantly shorten the normal life of the premises., -

B. Structural and Exterior Conditions

1. Roof (including covering, flashing, gutters, downspouts)

Age of roof: [[Approximate age or Unknown]]

Do you know of any current leaks or evidence of past leaks?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe location, when, repairs]]

Any known issues with flashing, vents, skylights, chimneys?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

2. Foundation, Basement, Crawl Space, Slab

Any known cracks, settling, movement, or structural defects?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

Any water intrusion, dampness, or flooding?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe frequency, location, cause]]

3. Walls (interior and exterior), Ceilings, Floors

Any known structural defects, cracks, or damage?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

4. Windows and Exterior Doors

Any not in normal working order or with known leaks?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

5. Decks, Porches, Balconies, Stairs, Railings

Any known structural or safety issues?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

6. Other Structural

Any other known structural defects or conditions?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]], -

C. Mechanical Systems

1. Heating System

Type: [[Forced Air / Radiator / Heat Pump / Boiler / Other]]

Fuel: [[Natural Gas / Propane / Electric / Oil / Other]]

Age: [[Approximate]]

Any known defects or that it does not heat all areas?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

2. Air Conditioning / Cooling

Type: [[Central / Heat Pump / Window Units / None]]

Age: [[Approximate]]

Any known defects?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

3. Plumbing System (pipes, fixtures, water heater)

Any known leaks, low pressure, or defects?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

Water heater age/type: [[Age / Type]]

4. Electrical System

Any known defects, outdated wiring, or insufficient service?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

Service size if known: [[Amps]]

5. Well / Water Supply (if not municipal)

Any known issues with quantity or quality?

[[Yes / No / Unknown / N/A]]

6. Septic / Sewer System (if not municipal)

Any known issues or backups?

[[Yes / No / Unknown / N/A]], -

D. Environmental and Other Conditions

1. Lead-Based Paint (pre-1978 housing)

Built before 1978? [[Yes / No / Unknown]]

Any known lead-based paint or hazards?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

Has the federal lead disclosure and pamphlet been provided?

[[Yes / No / To be provided]]

2. Asbestos

Any known presence?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Location]]

3. Radon

Any known testing or mitigation?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Results]]

4. Mold or Moisture Problems

Any known mold or chronic moisture issues?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Describe]]

5. Fuel Tanks (underground or above ground)

Any known tanks or past tanks?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Type, location, status]]

6. Hazardous Materials or Contamination

Any known issues?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

7. Flooding, Drainage, Wetlands

Any known flooding or in flood zone?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

8. Pests / Termites / Infestations

Any known current or past?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Treatment history]]

9. Boundary Lines, Easements, Encroachments, Zoning

Any known disputes, shared wells, or violations?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

10. Insurance Claims (last 5 years)

Any claims filed?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Nature of claim, date]]

11. Assessments, HOA, Condo Fees, Special Assessments

Any pending or recent?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Details]]

12. Remodeling / Additions without Permits

Any known?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]]

13. Other Known Defects or Conditions

Any other that would significantly affect value, health/safety, or expected life?

[[Yes / No / Unknown]], If yes: [[Full description]], -

E. Seller's Certification

I/We certify that the information in this report is true and complete to the best of my/our knowledge as of the date signed. I/We understand "aware" means I/we have notice or knowledge.

Seller Signature(s): [[Seller 1 Name]] ________________ Date: [[Date]]

[[Seller 2 Name]] ________________ Date: [[Date]]

Buyer Acknowledgment: I acknowledge receipt of this report.

Buyer Signature(s): [[Buyer 1 Name]] ________________ Date: [[Date]], -

Notes

This report is required under Wis. Stat. ch. 709 for most 1-4 family residential real property. The form must be in substantially the form provided by statute. Sellers must disclose known defects. Failure to disclose can have legal consequences.

Federal lead-based paint rules apply separately for pre-1978 housing.

Sources (as of 2026)

• Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 709, Disclosure of Information by Sellers (Real Estate Condition Report requirements).

• Wis. Stat. § 709.02 and the prescribed RECR form.

• Federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act.

• Standard practice: complete the RECR accurately based on actual knowledge; recommend buyer inspections.

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