Website: http://www.FloridaInspectorCertified.com
Email: FloridaInspector@hotmail.com
Phone: (352) 361-8065
Inspector: Michael Vanek
NACHI ID 05040685

 

Professional Home Inspection
Mold Inspection
Termite Inspection
Client(s): Marlena Barcus
Property address: 4532 NW 45th ST
Ocala, FL
Inspection date: Wednesday, June 10, 2009
This report published on 6/10/2009 3:18:19 PM EDT

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How to Read this Report
This report is organized by the property's functional areas.  Within each functional area, descriptive information is listed first and is shown in bold type.  Items of concern follow descriptive information. Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
SafetyPoses a risk of injury or death 
Repair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing 
Repair/MaintainRecommend repair and/or maintenance 
Minor DefectCorrection likely involves only a minor expense 
MaintainRecommend ongoing maintenance 
EvaluateRecommend evaluation by a specialist 
CommentFor your information 

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Table of Contents
General information
Exterior
Roof
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and air conditioning
Attic
Plumbing and laundry
Interior rooms
Attached garage
 
General information Return to table of contents
Payment & Billing: The Cost of $355.00 is due for the Home Inspection, Mold Inspection and Termite Inspection. Please Mail payment to:

Florida Certified Home Inspectors
13260 SE 107 Court
Ocklawaha, FL
32179
Structures inspected: Home
Present during inspection: Realtor
Occupied: No
Age of building: 3 years
Outside temperature: 85 to 89
Outside condition: Sunny
Number of bedrooms: Three
Number of bathrooms: Two
 
Exterior Return to table of contents
Footing material: Poured in place concrete
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Apparent wall structure: Concrete block
Wall covering: Stucco
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core steel, Sliding glass
Water pressure (psi): 58 psi
1) The back porch light covers are missing and need repair or replaced.

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2) There is a stone that has falling out of the front right post. Recommend repair.

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Roof Return to table of contents
Number of Remaing Years of Life: 16 to 18 Years
Roof type: Hipped
Roof covering: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
Estimated age of roof: 3 years
Gutter & downspout material: None
Roof ventilation: Adequate
3) The roof was in good condition found no issues to report.
 
Electric service Return to table of contents
Primary service type: Underground
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service amperage (amps): 200
Location of main disconnect: Breaker at bottom of main service panel
Main disconnect rating (amps): 200
Smoke detectors present: Yes
Electrical panel condition: Excellent
Outlets and switches condition: Excellent
4) Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) breaker(s) in the main service panel wouldn't trip when tested. Recommend having a qualified, licensed electrician evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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5) One or more smoke detectors are emitting "chirping" noises, indicating that batteries need changing. Recommend changing the batteries in all the smoke detectors now and annually in the future. For more information on smoke detectors, please review the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Document #5077 Test All Smoke Alarms (Detectors) and Annually Replace Batteries
Develop and Rehearse an Escape Plan.
6) The laundry room light only has one bulb working. Recommend repair.

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Water heater Return to table of contents
Estimated age of Water Heater: 3 years
Type: Tank
Energy source: Electricity
Capacity (in gallons): 58 gallons
Brand & model: Everclen
Water heater condition: Good
7) The water heater was working properly during the inspection.

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Heating and air conditioning Return to table of contents
Heating system energy source: Electric
Heat system type: Heat pump
A/C energy source: Electric
Air conditioning type: Heat pump
Distribution system: Flexible ducts
Brand & model: York
Filter location: Behind return air grill
Air conditioned temperature difference: 8° poor, Needs repair
8) The AC is not Cooling properly the air difference is only 8 degrees. It should be at least 14 to 20 difference.
Recommend that this system be inspected, cleaned, serviced and repaired if necessary by a qualified heating and cooling technician. Recommend that this servicing be made annually in the future or as recommended by the heating and cooling contractor.

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9) This system is equipped with throw-away filter(s). They appear to be dirty. Recommend replacing filter(s) now and every 2 months in the future if the thermostat's fan position is set to "Auto", or monthly if it's set to "On".

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Attic Return to table of contents
Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
Roof structure type: Trusses
Insulation material: Fiberglass loose fill
Insulation depth: 12 inches
Insulation estimated R value: R 30
10) Found No issues to report in the attic.

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Plumbing and laundry Return to table of contents
Location of main water shut-off valve: Front Right Corner
Location of main water meter: Front Right Yard near Street
Water service: Public
Supply pipe material: CPVC
Vent pipe material: Plastic
Drain pipe material: Plastic
Waste pipe material: Plastic
Plumbing condition: Good
11) Leak under laundry room sink. Recommend repair.

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12) Recommend caulking or grouting the bottom edges of the master bathroom shower wall to floor.

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13) There is torn drywall in the laundry room wall. Recommend repair.

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Interior rooms Return to table of contents
Interior door condition: Excellent
Windows operating condition: Excellent
Appliance condition: Excellent
Flooring condition: Excellent
14) Kitchen microwave plastic vent is broken and needs repair or replaced.

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15) Screen(s) torn in one or more windows. Window(s) may not provide ventilation during months when insects are active. Recommend repairing or replacing screens.

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16) Cracked tile in kitchen floor. Recommend repairing or replacing the tile.

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17) The master bathroom light does not work. Recommend changing the bulb.

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18) The exhaust fan is missing the cover in the hall bathroom , Recommend repair.

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19) Some Mildew on the window sill of the master bathroom. Recommend cleaning due to window and tub being so close on regular basis.

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Attached garage Return to table of contents
Garage door condition: Good
20) The garage side door has some small water damage and frame is cracked at the bottom. Recommend maintenance.

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21) There are cosmetic cracks in the garage floor no concern.

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1. INSPECTOR agrees to perform a visual inspection of the home/building and to provide CLIENT with a written inspection report identifying the defects that INSPECTOR both observed and deemed material. INSPECTOR may offer comments as a courtesy, but these comments will not comprise the bargained-for report. The report is only supplementary to the sellers disclosure.
2. Unless otherwise inconsistent with this Agreement or not possible, INSPECTOR agrees to perform the inspection in accordance to the current Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors posted at http://www.nachi.org/sop.htm. CLIENT understands that these standards contain certain limitations, exceptions, and exclusions.
3. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for the use of CLIENT, who gives INSPECTOR permission to discuss observations with real estate agents, owners, repairpersons, and other interested parties. INSPECTOR accepts no responsibility for use or misinterpretation by third parties. INSPECTORS inspection of the property and the accompanying report are in no way intended to be a guarantee or warranty, express or implied, regarding the future use, operability, habitability or suitability of the home/building or its components. Any and all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly excluded by this Agreement.

4. INSPECTOR assumes no liability for the cost of repair or replacement of unreported defects or deficiencies either current or arising in the future. CLIENT acknowledges that the liability of INSPECTOR, its agents, employees, for claims or damages, costs of defense or suit, attorneys fees and expenses and payments arising out of or related to the INSPECTORS negligence or breach of any obligation under this Agreement, including errors and omissions in the inspection or the report, shall be limited to liquidated damages in an amount equal to the fee paid to the INSPECTOR, and this liability shall be exclusive. CLIENT waives any claim for consequential, exemplary, special or incidental damages or for the loss of the use of the home/building even if the CLIENT has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The parties acknowledge that the liquidated damages are not intended as a penalty but are intended (i) to reflect the fact that actual damages may be difficult and impractical to ascertain; (ii) to allocate risk among the INSPECTOR and CLIENT; and (iii) to enable the INSPECTOR to perform the inspection at the stated fee.

5. INSPECTOR does not perform engineering, architectural, plumbing, or any other job function requiring an occupational license in the jurisdiction where the inspection is taking place, unless the inspector holds a valid occupational license, in which case he/she may inform the CLIENT that he/she is so licensed, and is therefore qualified to go beyond this basic home inspection, and for additional fee, perform additional inspections beyond those within the scope of the basic home inspection. Any agreement for such additional inspections shall be in a separate writing.

6. In the event of a claim against INSPECTOR, CLIENT agrees to supply INSPECTOR with the following: (1) Written notification of adverse conditions within 14 days of discovery, and (2) Access to the premises. Failure to comply with the above conditions will release INSPECTOR and its agents from any and all obligations or liability of any kind.
7. The parties agree that any litigation arising out of this Agreement shall be filed only in the Court having jurisdiction in the County in which the INSPECTOR has its principal place of business. In the event that CLIENT fails to prove any adverse claims against INSPECTOR in a court of law, CLIENT agrees to pay all legal costs, expenses and fees of INSPECTOR in defending said claims.
8. If any court declares any provision of this Agreement invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties. All prior communications are merged into this Agreement, and there are no terms or conditions other than those set forth herein. No statement or promise of INSPECTOR or its agents shall be binding unless reduced to writing and signed by INSPECTOR. No change or modification shall be enforceable against any party unless such change or modification is in writing and signed by the parties. This Agreement shall be binding upon and enforceable by the parties and their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assignees. CLIENT shall have no cause of action against INSPECTOR after one year from the date of the inspection.
9. Payment of the fee to INSPECTOR (less any deposit noted above) is due upon completion of the on-site inspection. The CLIENT agrees to pay all legal and time expenses incurred in collecting due payments, including attorneys fees, if any. If CLIENT is a corporation, LLC, or similar entity, the person signing this Agreement on behalf of such entity does personally guaranty payment of the fee by the entity.
CLIENT HAS CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING, AGREES TO IT, AND ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THIS AGREEMENT.