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19408 Langaunet Ln. NE 
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Inspector: Jim Gallant

 

Full General Home Inspection and Structural Pest Inspection WA State Dept. Agriculture ICN# XXXXXXXXXX
Client(s):	XXXXXXXX XXXX
Property address:	XXX XX XXXXXX XXXX XX XXXXXXXXX, WA
Inspection date:	XXXXXXXXX XXXXX, 2007

This report published on 9/2/2007 9:28:58 AM PDT

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This report is the exclusive property of this inspection company and the client(s) listed in the report title. Use of this report by any unauthorized persons is prohibited.

WAC 16-228-2045 requires that a diagram be prepared for WDO (Wood Destroying Organism) inspection reports. A copy is available upon request.

For information on follow-up inspections, please see the bottom section of this report.

Thank you for choosing All Point Home Inspections. We've made every effort to provide you with a thorough, high quality inspection, and hope that the information in this report proves to be valuable in your consideration of this property. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with this report, or have questions after reviewing it, please don't hesitate to call us. If you are satisfied, please tell your friends about us.

This inspection complies with the American Society of Home Inspectors' (ASHI) Standards of Practice and the National Association of Home Inspectors' (NAHI) Standards of Practice. This report is intended to identify major defects within a structure that significantly affect its habitability or that cost in excess of $500 to repair, although minor defects may be noted in the report. Cosmetic items such as damaged molding, trim, doors, cabinets, interior paint or carpet are generally excluded from this report.

Home inspection reports by nature focus on defects and may seem negative in tone. Some features of this property may be in excellent condition and of high quality but have not been mentioned, or been deemed adequate in the report. This is not meant to downplay this property's assets, but to focus on alerting you to potentially expensive problems. Bear in mind that all homes, regardless of their age, have some number of defects.

Areas of the property that are excluded due to lack of access are vulnerable to infestation and damage from wood destroying insects and organisms.

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:

	Safety	Poses a risk of injury or death
	Repair/Replace	Recommend repairing or replacing
	Repair/Maintain	Recommend repair and/or maintenance
	Minor defect	Correction only involves a minor expense
	Maintain	Recommend ongoing maintenance
	Evaluate	Recommend evaluation by a specialist
	Comment	For your information

Structural Pest Inspection Concerns
Items of concern relating to the structural pest inspection are shown as follows:

	WDO/WDI Infestation	Evidence of infestation of wood destroying insects or organisms (Live or dead insect bodies, fungal growth, etc.)
	WDO/WDI Damage	Damage caused by wood destroying insects or organisms (Rot, carpenter ant galleries, etc.)
	WDO/WDI Conducive conditions	Conditions conducive for wood destroying insects or organisms (Wood-soil contact, shrubs in contact with siding, roof or plumbing leaks, etc.)

Click here for a glossary of building construction terms.  Contact your inspector if there are terms that you do not understand, or visit the glossary of construction terms at http://www.reporthost.com/glossary.asp

Table of Contents
General Information
Grounds
Exterior / Foundation
Roof / Attic
Garage / Carport
Electric
Plumbing / Fuel Systems
Water Heater
Heating
Fireplaces / Stoves / Chimneys
Kitchen
Bathrooms / Laundry / Sinks
Interior Rooms / Areas
Structural Pest Findings

General Information

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Report number: XXXXXXXXXX
Time started: 10:30 AM
Time finished: 1:05 PM
Present during inspection: Client, Realtor
Client present for discussion at end of inspection: No
Weather conditions: Cloudy
Temperature: Cool
Ground condition: Damp
Type of building: Single family
Buildings inspected: One house
Age of building(s): 1997
Source for building age: Client
Front of building faces: North
Main entrance faces: North
Occupied: No

Grounds

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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, water features and related equipment; playground, recreation or leisure equipment; landscape lighting; areas below exterior structures with less than three feet of vertical clearance; irrigation systems; invisible fencing; sea walls, docks and boathouses. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not test or determine the adequacy of drainage systems for grounds, walkways, below-grade stairs and roof downspouts. The inspector does not provide an evaluation of geological conditions and/or site stability, compliance of pool or spa fencing with municipal requirements, or determination that deck, balcony and/or stair membranes are watertight.
The following items are excluded from this inspection: Shed
Condition of fences and gates: Appeared serviceable
Fence and gate material: Wood, Chain link
Condition of retaining walls: Appeared serviceable
Retaining wall material: Block
Site profile: Minor slope
Condition of driveway: Appeared serviceable
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Condition of sidewalks and/or patios: Appeared serviceable
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Condition of deck, patio and/or porch covers: Appeared serviceable
Deck, patio, porch cover material and type: Covered (Refer to Roof section)
Condition of decks, porches and/or balconies: Appeared serviceable
Condition of guardrails: Appeared serviceable
Deck, porch and/or balcony material: Wood, Concrete

Exterior / Foundation

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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: below-grade foundation walls and footings, or those obscured by vegetation or building components; exterior building surfaces or components obscured by vegetation, stored items or debris. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Some amount of cracking is normal in concrete slabs and foundation walls due to shrinkage and drying. Note that the inspector does not determination the adequacy of sump pumps, seismic reinforcement, nor determine if support posts, columns, beams, joists, studs, trusses, etc. are of adequate size, spanning or spacing.
Condition of wall covering: Appeared serviceable
Apparent wall structure: Wood frame
Wall covering: Wood
Condition of foundation and footings: Appeared serviceable
Foundation type: Crawlspace
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Footing material: Poured in place concrete
Anchor bolts for seismic reinforcement: Installed
Anchor bolts for seismic reinforcement were observed at: Crawl space
Shear panels for seismic reinforcement: Not determined
Condition of floor substructure: Appeared serviceable
Pier or support post material: Wood
Beam material: Solid wood
Floor structure: Engineered wood joists
Condition of crawl space: Appeared serviceable
Crawl space inspection method: Traversed
Insulation material underneath floor above: Fiberglass roll or batt
Ventilation: Appears serviceable
Vapor barrier present: Yes

1) Caulk was deteriorated, substandard at siding-trim junctions. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/_docs/FPL_Caulking_Ins_Outs.pdf

Photo 27   Deteriorated caulk by master bedroom french door.

Photo 28   Substandard caulk by master bedroom french door.

2) Scrap wood and cardboard was found in the crawl space. All cellulose-based debris or stored items should be removed to avoid attracting wood destroying insects.

Photo 33   Scrap wood in crawl space.	Photo 34   Scrap wood in crawl space.
Photo 35   Cardboard forms left in place for concrete footings.

3) Fasteners at both skylights were missing and loose. Leaks may occur as a result, or skylights may come off in very high winds. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Photo 6

Photo 7   Loose screw and missing screw.

4) Extensions such as splashblocks or drain pipes for some downspouts were missing (west side). Water may accumulate around the building foundation as a result. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, replace or install as necessary

Photo 5   Downspout on west side.

5)   Some downspouts were missing. Water may accumulate around the building foundation as a result. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Photo 4   Drain openings under deck on west side.

6) Several (5-10) shingles were damaged or deteriorated in various areas and should be replaced by a qualified contractor. For example, on the north side at the east end.

Photo 8   Worn or damaged shingle.	Photo 9   Location of shingle.
Photo 10   Worn or damaged shingle.	Photo 11   Location of shingle.

7)   The ceiling insulation in the attic was missing from skylight chases. This may result in increased heating or cooling costs due to decreased energy efficiency. A qualified person should repair, replace or install insulation as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/insulation.html

Photo 21   Uninsulated skylight chase.

Photo 22   Uninsulated skylight chase.

8)   When the satellite dishes are removed, permanent, professional repairs should be made so leaks don't occur. For example, by replacing shingles that have holes from fasteners in them.

9)   The west garage attic and roof structure sections were not evaluated due to lack of access from a vehicle blocking.

Photo 18   Inaccessible attic access hatch.

10)   All attic and roof structure sections more than 10 feet from the access hatch(es) were inaccessible due to possible damage to insulation, lack of permanent walkways, ducts or pipes blocking, limited height. These areas are excluded from the inspection.

11)   Based on the age of this structure and the appearance of existing smoke alarms, the alarms may be older than 10 years old. According to National Fire Protection Association, aging smoke alarms don't operate as efficiently and often are the source for nuisance alarms. Older smoke alarms are estimated to have a 30% probability of failure within the first 10 years. Newer smoke alarms do better, but should be replaced after 10 years. Unless you know that the smoke alarms are new, replacing them when moving into a new residence is also recommended by NFPA. For more information, visit this article: NFPA urges replacing home smoke alarms after 10 years.

Photo 19

12)   This property had one or more fuel burning appliances and/or an attached garage, and no carbon monoxide detectors were visible. This is a safety hazard. Recommend installing one or more carbon monoxide detectors as necessary and as per the manufacturer's instructions. For more information, visit http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml05/05017.html

13)   Some light fixtures were inoperable. Recommend further evaluation by replacing bulb(s) and/or consulting with the property owner. Repairs or replacement of the light fixture(s) by a qualified electrician may be necessary.

Photo 20   Lamp over stairwell (hard to change bulb).

14)   Gas was determined to be leaking at supply piping and/or connections inside the furnace based on gas odors and gas detector readings. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of explosion. A qualified contractor and/or the gas utility company should evaluate and repair immediately.

Photo 12   Red tape marks gas leak.

Photo 13   Gas leak in furnace burner compartment.

15)   A flexible gas supply connector was routed through the furnace's metal cabinet. Standard building practices require that solid iron pipe be used where gas supply lines are routed through holes in metal cabinets. Continued vibration from this equipment may cause the edge of the metal cabinet to wear through the flexible connector, resulting in gas leaks. This is a safety hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs and/or modifications as necessary.

Photo 14   Flexible connector through furnace cabinet.

16)   Outside faucets were missing backflow prevention devices. These devices reduce the likelihood of polluted or contaminated water entering the potable water supply. This condition can occur when an outside faucet is left in the "on" position with a hose connected and the sprayer head turned off. When pressure in the system fluctuates, water can be drawn back into the water supply pipes from the building. If a chemical sprayer is being used with the hose, those chemicals can enter the water supply pipes.

Recommend installing backflow prevention devices on all exterior hose bibs 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

Photo 2

17)   The label on the water heater indicated that its intended fuel type was LP (Propane) rather than natural gas, which is the actual fuel type. Also, the burned sounded excessively noisy. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Photo 17   "LP" indicates intended fuel is Propane, not natural gas.

18)   The hot water temperature was 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.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/5098.pdf

19)   The estimated useful life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be at this age and/or its useful lifespan and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.

Photo 16

20)   The last service date of this system appeared to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client should ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified heating and cooling contractor should inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. For safety reasons, and because this system is fueled by gas or oil, this servicing should be performed annually in the future. For more information visit: http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml05/05017.html

21)   The air filters were dirty. A qualified person should replace or wash filter(s) as necessary. Filters should be checked monthly and maintained as necessary in the future.

Photo 25   Loose, dirty furnace filter.

Photo 31   Return air grill with dirty filter above.

22)   A "direct vent" type gas vent at location #A posed a safety hazard because it was too close to a flammable surface. Standard building practices require the following clearances for "direct vent" terminations:

At least 12 inches above the surrounding grade, decks, balconies, porches and verandas

At least 12 inches from windows and doors that open

At least 12 inches from permanently closed windows (to prevent condensation on windows)

At least 18 inches below and/or two feet from vented soffits

At least 12 inches below unvented soffits

At least 12 inches from outside or inside vertical surface corners

At least 36 inches from gas meters and regulators

At least 72 inches from gas service regulator vent outlets

At least 12 inches from air supply or combustion air inlets

At least 72 inches from mechanical air supply inlets

A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs or modifications as necessary.

Photo 3

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23)   The gas fireplace at location #A was not fully evaluated because no "normal" controls were found. As per the Standards of Practice for both the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) the inspector does not operate gas shut off valves or light pilot lights during inspections.

Photo 32

Kitchen

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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: free-standing or portable appliances such as dishwashers, trash compactors, refrigerators, freezers, ice makers; specialty appliances such as hot water dispensers, water filters and trash compactors; appliance timers, clocks, cook functions, self and/or continuous cleaning operations, thermostat or temperature control accuracy, and lights. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not provide an estimate of the remaining life of appliances, and does not determine the adequacy of operation of appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, trash compactors, ovens, broilers, etc.
Condition of counters: Appeared serviceable
Condition of cabinets: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sinks and related plumbing: Appeared serviceable
Condition of garbage disposal: Appeared serviceable
Condition of dishwasher: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Condition of range, cooktop: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Range, cooktop type: Natural gas
Condition of refrigerator: Appeared serviceable
Condition of built: Appeared serviceable

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24)   The dishwasher drain line was not configured with a "high loop" or "air gap". A high loop is created by routing the drain line up to the bottom surface of the counter top above, and securely fastening it to that surface. It is meant to prevent water from siphoning out of the dishwasher, and to prevent water from the sink drain or food disposal from entering the dishwasher. Some dishwashers have a built-in high loop where one is not required to be configured in the drain line. The client should try to determine if a high loop is required for this brand and model of dishwasher (review installation instructions, etc.). If one is required, or it cannot be determined if one is not required, then a qualified contractor should install a high loop as per standard building practices.

Also, no "air gap" was installed. Air gaps are another device meant to prevent water from the sink drain or food disposal from entering the dishwasher. These are required in some municipalities for new construction and when remodeling. The client should consult with a qualified contractor to determine if an air gap should be installed.

Photo 30   Dishwasher drain line.

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25)   The oven door was missing and should be replaced.

Photo 29

Bathrooms / Laundry / Sinks

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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: overflow drains for tubs and sinks; bidets, heated towel racks, saunas, steam generators, clothes washers, clothes dryers. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not determine the adequacy of washing machine drain lines, washing machine catch pan drain lines, or clothes dryer exhaust ducts. The inspector does not operate water supply or shut-off valves for sinks, toilets, bidets, clothes washers, etc. due to the possibility of valves leaking or breaking when operated. The inspector does not determine if shower pans or tub and shower enclosures are water tight, or determine the completeness or operability of any gas piping to laundry appliances.
Location #A: Main full bath
Location #B: Master bath
Location #C: Half bath
Location #D: Laundry room
Condition of counters: Appeared serviceable
Condition of cabinets: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sinks and related plumbing: Appeared serviceable
Condition of toilets: Appeared serviceable
Condition of bathtubs and related plumbing: Appeared serviceable
Condition of shower(s) and related plumbing: Appeared serviceable
Condition of ventilation systems: Appeared serviceable
Gas supply for laundry equipment present: Yes
240 volt receptacle for laundry equipment present: No

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26) The clothes washer was installed over a finished living space and had no catch pan or drain installed. These are not commonly installed, but they are recommended to prevent water damage to finished interior spaces below if or when the washing machine leaks, overflows or is drained. Recommend having a qualified contractor install both a catch pan and drain.

Photo 23

Interior Rooms / Areas

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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.
Exterior door material: Metal, Fiberglass or vinyl, Glass
Condition of interior doors: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Type of windows: Vinyl, Multi, Sliding, Single hung
Condition of windows: Appeared serviceable
Wall type or covering: Drywall
Condition of walls: Appeared serviceable
Ceiling type or covering: Drywall
Condition of ceilings: Appeared serviceable
Flooring type or covering: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Condition of flooring: Appeared serviceable

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27)   One or more interior doors have a keyed lockset or deadbolt installed (master bedroom). This is a safety hazard for small children in the event that they lock themselves in the room, do not know how to unlock the door, and the key is not available. Keyed locksets and/or deadbolts should be replaced as necessary with "privacy" locksets that don't require a key.

Photo 26   Keyed lock at master bedroom door.

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28)   One or more exterior doors wouldn't latch (south garage entry). A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Photo 15   South side garage entry door doesn't latch.

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29)   One or more interior doors were damaged. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.

Photo 24   Damaged interior door (bedroom).

Structural Pest Findings

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Limitations: This report only includes findings from accessible and visible areas on the day of the inspection. In addition to the inaccessible areas documented in this report, examples of other inaccessible areas include: sub areas less than 18 inches in height; attic areas less than five feet in height, areas blocked by ducts, pipes or insulation; areas where locks or permanently attached covers prevent access; areas where insulation would be damaged if traversed; areas obscured by vegetation. All inaccessible areas are subject to infestation or damage from wood destroying organisms. The inspector does not move furnishings, stored items, debris, floor or wall coverings, insulation, or other materials as part of the inspection, nor perform destructive testing. Wood destroying organisms may infest, reinfest or become active at anytime. No warranty is provided as part of this inspection.
Visible evidence of active wood destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of active wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of past wood destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of past wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of damage by wood destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of damage by wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of conditions conducive to wood destroying organisms: Yes

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FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION POLICY
Generally we discourage follow-up inspections for these reasons

1. Quality of repairs
If repairs are made to a property based on the results of an inspection, the work should be performed by qualified contractors, not the seller. By qualified, we mean licensed, bonded, state-certified where applicable and with a reasonable amount of experience. Contractors providing repairs should provide legible documentation in the form of work orders and/or receipts. If repairs are made in this way, then there's generally no need for a follow-up inspection. Additionally, it may be better to negotiate a lower price on your home and have repairs made by contractors you choose rather than the seller making repairs as cheaply as possible.

2. Pest inspections required for some follow-up inspections
On occasion, some follow-up inspections may require a complete, new structural pest inspection. Examples include:

Evaluating a crawl space after carpenter ant infestation was found

Evaluating numerous items throughout a structure after a significant amount of time has passed (original inspection in winter, follow-up in summer)

Our fees for follow-up inspections are as follows:

Follow-up inspection: $150

Follow-up inspections with a structural pest (WDO/WDI) inspection: $250

Additional charges usually apply for travel outside of Kitsap County

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SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS OF THIS INSPECTION
This inspection is limited to a visual observation of the exposed and readily accessible areas of the home. The concealed and inaccessible areas are not included. The following locations are considered inaccessible due to limited height and excluded from this inspection unless otherwise stated:

Crawl space areas less than 18 inches in height

Attic spaces less than 5 feet in height

Spaces under outdoor decks less than 5 feet high

Observation includes operation of the systems or components by means of the normal user controls. Dismantling of equipment, and destructive testing is not included. Some specific items are also excluded, and these are listed in the following section. If you feel there is a need for evaluation of any of these items, then you will need to arrange for specific inspections.

Items not Included

1. Recreational, leisure, playground or decorative equipment or appliances including but not limited to pools, hot tubs, saunas, steam baths, landscape lighting, fountains, shrubs, trees, and tennis courts;
   
2. Cosmetic conditions (wallpapering, painting, carpeting, scratches, scrapes, dents, cracks, stains, soiled or faded surfaces on the structure or equipment, soiled, faded, torn, or dirty floor, wall or window coverings etc.);
   
3. Noise pollution or air quality in the area;
   
4. Earthquake hazard, liquefaction, flood plain, soil, slide potential or any other geological conditions or evaluations;
   
5. Engineering level evaluations on any topic;
   
6. Existence or non-existence of solder or lead in water pipes, asbestos, hazardous waste, radon, urea formaldehyde urethane, lead paint or any other environmental, flammable or toxic contaminants or the existence of water or airborne diseases or illnesses and all other similar or potentially harmful substances (although the inspector may note the possible existence of asbestos in ceiling texture and furnace duct tape);
   
7. Zoning or municipal code (e.g. building, fire, housing (existing buildings), mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc. code) restrictions or other legal requirements of any kind;
   
8. Any repairs which relate to some standard of interior decorating;
   
9. Cracked heat exchangers or similar devices in furnaces;
   
10. Any evaluation which requires the calculation of the capacity of any system or item that is expected to be part of the inspection. Examples include but are not limited to the calculation of appropriate wattage or wiring of kitchen appliances, appropriate sizing of flues or chimneys, appropriate ventilation to combustion-based items (e.g. furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces etc.), appropriate sizing, spacing and spanning of joists, beams, columns, girders, trusses, rafters, studs etc., appropriate sizing of plumbing and fuel lines, etc.;
    
11. Washers and dryers;
    
12. Circuit breaker operation;
    
13. Specialty evaluations such as private sewage, wells, solar heating systems, alarms, intercom systems, central vacuum systems, wood and coal stoves, pre-fab and zero clearance fireplaces, space heaters, sprinkler systems, gas logs, gas lights, elevators and common areas unless these have been specifically added to the inspection description above but only to the degree that the inspector is capable of evaluating these items;
    
14. Items that are not visible and exposed including but not limited to concealed wiring, plumbing, water leaks, under bathtubs and shower stalls due to faulty pans or otherwise, vent lines, duct work, exterior foundation walls (below grade or covered by shrubs or wall/paneling, stored goods etc.) and footings, underground utilities, and systems and chimney flues;
    
15. Evaluations involving destructive testing;
    
16. Evaluation which requires moving personal goods, debris, furniture, equipment, floor covering, insulation or like materials;
    
17. Design problems and adequacy or operational capacity, quality or suitability;
    
18. Fireplace drafting;
    
19. To prevent damages to units, air conditioning when outside temperature below 60 degrees F or if the unit has not been warmed up or on for at least 24 hours prior to inspection;
    
20. Any evaluation which would involve scraping paint or other wall coverings;
    
21. Heating system accessories (e.g. humidifiers, electronic air cleaners etc.);
    
22. Legal description of property such as boundaries, egress/ingress, etc.;
    
23. Quality of materials;
    
24. Conformance with plan specifications or manufacturers specifications;
    
25. Flood conditions or plains;
    
26. Any other characteristics or items which are generally not included in a building inspection report on a regular basis.
    

As a part of our service, we sometimes provide approximate, cost of repair estimates for particular items. These estimates should be considered as background information only. It is beyond the scope of this inspection and report to supply you with accurate repair costs. Such estimates should be supplied by contractors who specialize in this type of work. Our estimates should be used only as guidelines. If you intend to negotiate the price of this property based on defects found during this inspection, we strongly suggest you obtain one or more written bids from a licensed contractor(s). It is a conflict of interest for All Point Home Inspections to recommend any specific contractor.

Evaluations are made as to the present age, and remaining economic life of an item, i.e. water heaters, roofs, plumbing, furnaces, etc. These evaluations are based on visual observation, industry averages and prior experience. THEY ARE NOT OFFERED AS A WARRANTY OR CERTIFICATION OF REMAINING LIFE.

Disclaimer
In some cases we may recommend your consulting a specialist such as a structural engineer or licensed electrician. Hiring a specialist can be a prudent means of providing some protection of your financial investment in this property. WE DO NOT MAKE ANY TYPE OF WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE AS TO THE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY. SOME THINGS MAY REMAIN HIDDEN OR BECOME DEFECTIVE AFTER THE INSPECTION. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO DETECT EVERY DEFECT WITHIN A BUILDING DURING THE COURSE OF A GENERAL INSPECTION. THIS REPORT SHOULD BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH, AND NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR , A PRE-CLOSING WALK-THROUGH BY THE CLIENT.
THIS INSPECTION IS NOT AN INSURANCE POLICY AGAINST HIDDEN DEFECTS, OR CONDITIONS THAT ARE NOT VISIBLE AND READILY APPARENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.

THE COST OF THIS INSPECTION DOES NOT ENTITLE YOU TO ANY TYPE OF PROTECTION FROM HIDDEN FLAWS AND DEFECTS. THIS INSPECTION DOES NOT TRANSFER YOUR ULTIMATE RESPONSIBILITY TO ALL POINT HOME INSPECTIONS.