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1) One or more outside faucets are missing backflow prevention devices. These devices reduce the likelihood of gray water contaminating the potable water supply. Recommend installing backflow prevention devices on all exterior hose bibbs where missing. They are available at most home improvement stores and are easily installed.
For more information, visit: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/BODY_AE079
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2) Fence in NW corner has considerable wood rot where it is in contact with soil.Recommend repairing and creating proper clearance between wood and the soil.
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3) The pool heater had a 3 degree temperture differential when it was run.The heater appears to be at the end of its useful life. Recommend further evaluation by a licensed pool contractor.
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4) The fascia on the pool side of the house has some evidence of wood rot caused by either water or wood destroying organisms
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5) The two french doors leading to the porch were installed without a permit. Recommend buyer request a permit and county inspection from the seller to determine if it was installed up to proper hurricane standards prior to closing escrow.
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6) One or more outside faucets need repair or replacement due to leaking or damage. Recommend that a qualified, licensed plumber repair or replace outside faucet(s) as necessary.
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7) Fence gate on the east side of the house shows sign wood rot and needs to be repaired
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8) Lap siding above garage door needs to be caulked. Some of the boards have cupped slightly leaving a larger than normal seam.
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9) Vegetation (trees, shrubs and/or vines) are in contact with building exterior. Recommend pruning or removing vegetation as necessary so there's at least a one foot gap between all vegetation and the building exterior. This gap should exist to allow exterior building materials to dry quickly after it rains, and to eliminate pathways to the structure for wood destroying insects.
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10) Minor cracks in driveway. These are only a cosmetic concern. No action is recommended.
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11) Roof was recently reshingled without a permit according to the owner. Recommend having the seller get a permit and county inspection prior to closing escrow as the buyer assumes all liability of the roof after closing of escrow.
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12) The shingles were already beginning to cup after less than (6) months indicating that the shingles were not installed correctly on top of the old shingles.It also appears that the corrcet length nails were not used for the shingles.Recommend further evaluation by a licensed roofing contractor or have the seller get a permit and county inspection to verify proper installation
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13) This asphalt or fiberglass composition roof has two or more layers of roofing materials. When this roof is replaced, recommend a complete "tear off", where all existing layers of roofing are removed before installing new roofing materials. With each layer of material added to a roof, the new roof material's lifespan is reduced as follows:
16-20 years - First roof
12-16 years - Second layer on existing roof
Removing existing roofing materials will significantly increase the cost of the next roof.
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14) Recommend cleaning gutters.
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15) Trees are overhanging roof and are within 10 feet of roof vertically. Recommend pruning trees so they're at least 10 feet above roof, or don't overhang the roof.
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28) No ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets installed. GFCI outlets help prevent electric shocks in areas that may have water present. Recommend having a qualified electrician install one or more GFCI outlets, especially over counter tops and around sinks.
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29) Transition from LR to MB nails are sticking and pose trip hazard
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30) North wall in kitchen eating area under windows moisture meter reading was 97 -99 % indicating current water intrusion.Recommend further evaluation by general contractor to determine extent of the damage.
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31) The kitchen cabinets have extensive water damage and need to be further evaluated by a licensed kitchen contractor to determine the extent of the damage.See attached photo's. Suspect possible mold issues and recommend further testing for WDO
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32) In MB bath the cornerbead at the bottom of the wall by the toilet room door is rusted and bubbling under the new paint
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33) Window(s) stuck shut and can't open. Recommend repairing window(s) so they open easily. SE bedroom and MB bath
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34) Door binds in jamb and is difficult to operate. Recommend repairing door so it opens and closes easily. Garage house door
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35) Loose tiles in guest bathtub area.May or may not indicate water intrusion
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36) The shower in the MB bath has been tiled over without removing the old tiles .We are not able to evaluate if there was water intrusion prior to redoing the shower
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