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Full Home Inspection Report |
| Client(s): |
John Doe |
| Property address: |
999 Hills Lane
Anywhere, CA 95555 |
| Inspection date: |
4-8-2008 |
This report published on 4/24/2008 4:03:22 PM PDT
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DISCLAIMER
THE SERVICES PERFORMED, THE AGREEMENT, AND THIS REPORT DO NOT CONSITUTE A HOME WARRANTY, AN INSURANCE POLICY, OR A GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND; NOR DO THEY SUBSTITUTE FOR ANY DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW.
There are no warranties made against roof leaks, wet basements, or mechanical breakdowns. The report is NOT a listing of repairs that need to be made. Therefore, you agree NOT to hold us responsible for future failure and repair, or for the non-discovery of any patent or latent defects in material, workmanship, or other conditions of the property which may occur or become evident after the date the services were performed; nor for any alleged non-disclosure of conditions that are the express responsibility of the seller of the property. You agree to assume all the risk for conditions which are concealed from view or inaccessible to us at the time services were performed.
THIS REPORT IS FOR THE EXCLUSIVE USE OF OUR CLIENT. This inspection report has been prepared solely for the exclusive use of our client as named in the Inspection Agreement. This report may not be used, or relied upon, by any other person unless that person is specifically named by us in the Inspection Agreement as a recipient of this report. Distribution of this report to any third party without the written consent of the Inspector and World Inspection Network is prohibited.
As the client, you agree to maintain the confidentiality of this report and to reasonably protect the report from distribution to any third party. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless if any third part brings a claim against us relating to the inspection or to this report.
IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED A COPY OF THIS INSPECTION REPORT WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE INSPECTOR, YOU ARE A THIRD PARTY. The inspector and ACHI are under no obligation to you and have NO liability to you. If you are a third party, you should be aware that the condition of the property may have changed since the original inspection. It is in your best interest to hire a professional home inspector to perform an inspection of the property on your behalf.
THE ONLY OFFICIAL VERSION OF THIS INSPECTION REPORT IS SIGNED BY THE INSPECTOR.
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:| ATTENTION | Items marked Attention appear to be in need of preventative maintenance or service. |
| ACTION REQUIRED | Items marked Action Required appear to be in need of immediate repair or replacement. Delay in repair or replacement may result in a dramatic shortening of the life expectancy of the item,or present a potential health and/or safety hazard. |
| Comment | For your information |
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Table of Contents
General Information
Exterior
Roof
Attic
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and cooling
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Plumbing and laundry
Interior Rooms / Areas
Report number: 14894001
Time started: 10:00 AM
Time finished: 1:30 PM
Inspector: John T. Williams
Present during inspection: Contractor
Client present for discussion at end of inspection: No
Weather conditions: Clear
Temperature: Cool 62 degrees
Ground condition: Dry
Inspection fee: $600.00
Payment method: Invoiced
Type of building: Single family, Detached garage, In-law quarters
Buildings inspected: All
Age of building(s): New Construction
Source for building age: Property owner
Front of building faces: Northeast
Main entrance faces: Northeast
Occupied: No
Property owner's name: Mike Andres
Footing material: Poured in place concrete
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Apparent wall structure: Wood frame
Wall covering: Cement-based clapboard
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core wood, Sliding glass
1)
ACTION REQUIRED -
The wood fencing at the right of the property is in need of repairs/replacement. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs or replace sections as necessary.
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2)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Gaps at trim and siding
The gaps in the exterior trim/siding should be caulked as necessary.
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3)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Missing trim
The missing trim at the front posts should be replaced and caulked as necessary.
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Roof inspection method: Viewed from eaves on ladder
Roof type: Gable, Cross gable
Roof covering: Concrete tile
Estimated age of roof: New Construction
Roof ventilation: Adequate
4)
ACTION REQUIRED -
The installation of the roofing appears to have been performed in an improper fashion. A qualified roofing contractor should evaluate and replace tiles as necessary.
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Improper Installation of Tile Roofing
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5)
Comment -
Because of the roof covering type and/or the configuration of the roof, the inspector was unable to traverse the roof and wasn't able to fully evaluate the entire roof.
Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
Roof structure type: Trusses
Ceiling structure: Trusses
Insulation material: Fiberglass loose fill
Insulation depth: 8-10 "
Insulation estimated R value: 30
Primary service type: Underground
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service amperage (amps): 200
Service voltage (volts): 120/240
Location of main service switch: Exterior
Location of sub panels: Laundry Room, 1st and 2nd floor of main home, bedroom at in-law quarters
Location of main disconnect: Breaker at top of main service panel
Service entrance conductor material: Aluminum
System ground: Concrete encased electrode
Main disconnect rating (amps): 200
Branch circuit wiring type: Non-metallic sheathed
Solid strand aluminum branch circuit wiring present: No
Smoke detectors present: Yes
6)
ACTION REQUIRED -
The ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) breaker at the butler service pantry did not function and/or would not trip when tested. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs and/or replace circuit breakers as necessary.
Estimated age: New 2008
Type: Tank
Energy source: Natural gas
Capacity (in gallons): 50 Three units on property
Estimated age: New
Primary heating system energy source: Natural gas
Primary heat system type: Forced air
Primary A/C energy source: Electric
Primary Air conditioning type: Split system
7)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Service Heat System
The heating system at the in-law quarters did no appear to operate properly with normal controls (A/C pump was running while heating system was being tested). We recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor be retained to service and/or evaluate the system.
8)
ACTION REQUIRED -
The grout at the Main Kitchen and Service Kitchen Area countertop and/or bakcsplash are cracked, deteriorated and/or missing caulk and grout and should be replaced. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. For example, replacing broken tiles and deteriorated grout, and resealing grout. A flexible caulking material is recommended rather than rigid cement type grout.
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9)
ATTENTION -
The countertop at the in-law quarters bathroom is cracked and/or chipped. This is a cosmetic consideration and repairs are optional
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10)
ACTION REQUIRED -
The grout in the Bedroom 3 bathroom is cracked, deteriorated and/or missing caulk and grout and should be replaced. 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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11)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Cracked, deteriorated and/or missing grout and caulk in the master bath shower should be repaired/replaced as necessary. The deterioration may allow water intrusion, and may result in damage to the subfloor. Damage caused by water seepage cannot be determined by this visual observation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. For example, replacing broken tiles and deteriorated grout, and resealing grout.
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12)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Damaged Toilet Seat/Cover
The bathroom toilet seat/cover is damaged. We recommend that the seat be replaced for full use of the toilet.
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13)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Tub/Shower Enclosure
The tub/shower enclosure door at the second floor hall bath is not installed or adjusted properly. We recommend it be properly reinstalled and/or adjusted to function properly.
Location of main water shut-off valve: Exterior Front
Location of main water meter: Exterior Front
Water service: Public
Service pipe material: Copper
Supply pipe material: Copper
Vent pipe material: Plastic
Drain pipe material: Plastic
Waste pipe material: Plastic
14)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Uncapped Gas Line
There is an uncapped gas line noted at the first floor laundry area. If the gas line is not going to be used we recommend it be capped.
15)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Loose drain jacket
The laundry hot/cold and drain supply located in a wall jacket was noted as loose. We recommend it be properly caulked and tightened as necessary.
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16)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Damaged/Chipped Tile Flooring
The second floor laundry room tile flooring is chipped and damaged. We recommend that it be repaired and/or replaced.
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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: security, intercom and sound systems; communications wiring; central vacuum systems; elevators and stair lifts; sources of obnoxious odors; cosmetic deficiencies due to normal wear and tear in wall, floor and ceiling surfaces and coverings, or in equipment; deficiencies relating to interior decorating; low voltage and gas lighting systems. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not evaluate any areas or items which require moving stored items, furnishings, debris, equipment, floor coverings, insulation or similar materials. The inspector does not test for asbestos, lead, radon, mold, hazardous waste, urea formaldehyde urethane, or any other toxic substance. Some items such as window operability are tested on a sampled basis. The client should be aware that paint may obscure wall and ceiling defects, floor coverings may obscure floor defects, and furnishings may obscure wall, floor and floor covering defects. If furnishings were present during the inspection, recommend a full evaluation of walls, floors and ceilings that were previously obscured when possible. Determining the cause of odors is not within the scope of this inspection.
Condition of exterior entry doors: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Exterior door material: Wood, Sliding glass
17)
ACTION REQUIRED -
One or more exterior doors had major damage. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary. Difficult to operate or non-functional latches, knobs or locks at the exterior entry door at the northeast side of the structure should be improved.
18)
ACTION REQUIRED -
Crank handles at many windows were missing, broken. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary. Hardware is damaged or missing at one or more windows. We recommend that any damaged or missing hardware be repaired and/or replaced as necessary to restore their proper function.
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