| Home Inspection Report | |
| Client(s): | Mr. & Mrs. Mihome |
| Property address: | 101 Perfect Place Anytown, NC |
| Inspection date: | Thrusday, October 12, 2006 |
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 | Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
 | Repair/Replace | Recommend repairing or replacing |
 | Minor defect | Correction likely involves only a minor expense |
 | Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
 | Evaluate | Recommend evaluation by a specialist |
 | Comment | For your information |
Table of Contents
General information
Exterior
Roof
Attic
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and cooling
Plumbing and laundry
Fireplaces, woodstoves and chimneys
Crawl space
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Interior rooms
| General information | Return to table of contents |
| Exterior | Return to table of contents |
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1) Cracks, deterioration and/or damage were found in one or more areas of the expanded foam insulation system (EIFS) siding. A qualified contractor who specializes in this material should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.
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2) The concrete patio on the southwest side of the house has settled approximately 1". Subsquently a gap around the perimeter exist that may allow water to deteriorate the wood structure of the home. A qualified concrete specialist should be consulted for solutions, such as adding a thin layer of concrete, installing pavers or stones to the existing surface, etc.
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3) The perimeter grading slopes towards the structure in one or more areas. This can result in water accumulating around the structure's foundation, or in basements and crawl spaces if they exist. Accumulated water is a conducive condition to wood destroying insects and organisms. Wet soil may also cause the foundation to settle and possibly fail over time. Recommend grading soil so it slopes down and away from the structure with a slope of at least 5% (10% or better is optimal) for at least 6 feet.
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4) One or more window(s) have damage or deterioration and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor.
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5) One or more wood trim pieces that comes in close contact with the ground or concrete surfaces, has deteriorated and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor.
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6) The exterior finish on many of the windows and doors is failing. A qualified contractor should prep (pressure wash, scrape, sand, prime caulk, etc.) and repaint or restain areas as needed and as per standard building practices.
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7) One or more metal roof seam covers have come loose and may result in damage to the roof sub-structure. A qualified roofing contractor should make repairs to restore the integrity of the roofing system.
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8) One or more loose conductors in the main service panel have bare ends and are not connected to an overcurrent protection device (circuit breakers or fuses). This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire if the bare conductors come into contact with other components in the panel. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary. For example, removing wires that aren't terminated or installing wire nuts.
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9) One or more knockouts have been removed inside the main service panel where no wires and bushings are installed, and no cover(s) have been installed to seal the hole(s). This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire. A qualified electrician should install knockout covers where missing.
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10) The hot water temperature is greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of scalding. The thermostat should be adjusted so the water temperature doesn't exceed 120 degrees. For more information on scalding dangers, visit http://www.tap-water-burn.com/ |
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11) A return air opening was found in the crawl space. This situation allows unconditioned air to be drawn into the system, thereby reducing the efficiency and comfort capacity of the system. A qualified heating and cooling contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.
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12) One or more sections of flex duct are sagging excessively. The flex duct pictured is below the laundry room area and it also has water trapped inside. Most manufacturers, and the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) recommend that this type of duct sag no more than 1/2" per foot between supports. A qualified heating/cooling contractor should evaluate remove water, and repair as necessary.
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13) The water supply pressure is greater than 80 psi. Pressures above 80 psi may void warranties for some appliances such as water heaters or washing machines. Flexible supply lines to washing machines are more likely to burst with higher pressures. Typically the pressure cannot be regulated at the water meter. Recommend having a qualified plumber evaluate and make modifications to reduce the pressure below 80 psi. Installing a pressure reducing valve on the main service pipe is a common solution to this problem. If one exists, then it should be adjusted for lower pressures. | ||
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14) The clothes dryer exhaust duct is broken or disconnected in one or more places. Clothes dryers produce large amounts of moisture which should not enter structure interiors. Damage to building components may result. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make permanent repairs as necessary. For more information, visit http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/5022.html
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15) Cover plate(s) are missing from one or more electric boxes, such as for receptacles, switches and/or junction boxes. They are intended to contain fire and prevent electric shock from exposed wires. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire and shock. Cover plates should be installed where missing.
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16) The inspector was unable to test the sump pump for one or more reasons (no source of water, appeared unsafe, no power, etc.). The sump pump well or "bucket" is not set low enough for water to flow into it. A qualified plumber should evaluate and position the container to remove unwanted water as quickly as possible once it has entered the crawl space.The sump pump was not fully evaluated.
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17) Standing water was found in one or more sections of the crawl space. Accumulated water is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects and organisms and should not be present in the crawl space. A qualified contractor who specializes in drainage issues should evaluate and repair as necessary. Typical repairs for preventing water from accumulating in crawl spaces include: Ideally, water should not enter crawl spaces, but if water must be controlled after it enters the crawl space, then typical repairs include installing trenches, drains and/or sump pump(s) in the crawl space.
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18) Insulation under the floor in the crawlspace is damaged, deteriorated, or has fallen down. A qualified contractor should make repairs as necessary to restore the insulation to its original rating.
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19) A 4"x4" support post in the craw space is positioned improperly and may cause the sub-floor to separate from the floor joist. A qualified contractor should evaluate the purpose for the additional support and correctly position it under the floor joist if it is necessary for support.
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20) The microwave oven appears to be inoperable. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this, and if necessary, the microwave oven should be replaced, or a qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair. (microwave in laundry room) |
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21) The oven bake controls appears to be inoperable or at least not fully functional. The breaker in the electrical service panel had to be tripped to shut off the baking function. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this, and if necessary, a qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair as necessary. |
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22) One or more faucets leak by handle(s) or at their base when turned on. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary. (cold water handle at right lavatory in master bath) | ||
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23) The bath tub faucet was inoperable in the second floor bath above stairwell. A qualified plumber should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. | ||
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24) Tile and/or grout in one or more showers is damaged and/or deteriorated. For example, deteriorated or missing grout, cracked, missing or loose tiles, etc. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair tile and/or grout as necessary.
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25) Cover plate(s) are missing from one or more electric boxes, such as for receptacles, switches and/or junction boxes. They are intended to contain fire and prevent electric shock from exposed wires. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire and shock. Cover plates should be installed where missing.
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26) One or more doors bind in their jamb and cannot be closed and latched, or are difficult to open and close. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary. For example, adjusting jambs or trimming doors. (door to equipment area in attic, second floor) | ||
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27) Ground water is seeping into the floor of the garage to house connector room. Water in contact with wood surfaces causes swelling, deterioration, discoloring, and damp musty odor. Water intrusion should be addressed first and then repairs to damaged wood should be completed.
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28) One or more locksets are loose and should be tightened, repaired and or replaced as necessary. | ||
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29) One or more tile(s) are loose in the foyer area. A qualified tile installer should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. |
