BEBE'S HOME INSPECTION

Website: http://www.reporthost.com/bebeshi
Email: johnnyn1971@yahoo.com
Phone: (843) 367-8448 · (843) 406-2877
1324 TRENHOLM DR CHARLESTON SC 29412
Inspector: JOHN NORKETT
RBI LICENSE # 2292

 

BEBE'S HOME INSPECTION
1324 TRENHOLM DR CHARLESTON
Client(s): Josh Kennedy
Property address: 117 Killdeer Ct
Summerville S.C
Inspection date: Wednesday, March 04, 2009
This report published on 3/4/2009 10:28:04 PM EST

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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 only involves a minor expense 
CommentFor your information 

Structural Pest Inspection Concerns
Items of concern relating to the structural pest inspection are shown as follows:
WDO/WDI InfestationEvidence of infestation of wood destroying insects or organisms (Live or dead insect bodies, fungal growth, etc.) 
WDO/WDI DamageDamage 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.) 

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Table of Contents
General information
Exterior
Roof
Attic
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and cooling
Plumbing and laundry
Interior rooms
 
General information Return to table of contents
Report number: 24
Structures inspected: Single family home
Type of building: Manufactured home
Age of building: 3years
Time started: 4:00
Time finished: 5:30
Inspection Fee: $175.00
Payment method: Cash 200.00
Present during inspection: Client(s), Realtor(s)
Occupied: No
Weather conditions: Clear
Temperature: Cool
Ground condition: Dry
Front of structure faces: West
Main entrance faces: West
Foundation type: Slab on grade
 
Exterior Return to table of contents
Footing material: Poured in place concrete
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Apparent wall structure: Wood frame
Wall covering: Wood clapboard, Brick veneer, Vinyl
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core steel


1)   One or more outside faucets are 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 house. 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

2) One or more minor cracks (1/8 inch or less) were found in the foundation. These don't appear to be a structural concern, but recommend sealing them to prevent water infiltration and monitoring them in the future. Numerous products exist to seal such cracks including:
  • Hydraulic cement. Requires chiseling a channel in the crack to apply. See http://www.quickrete.com/catalog/HydraulicWater-StopCement.html for an example.
  • Resilient caulks (easy to apply). See http://www.quickrete.com/catalog/GrayConcreteRepair.html for an example.
  • Epoxy sealants (both a waterproof and structural repair). See http://www.mountaingrout.com/ for examples of these products.

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    There is a small hole that needs to be patched
     

     
    Roof Return to table of contents
    Roof inspection method: Viewed from ground with binoculars
    Roof type: Hipped
    Roof covering: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
    Estimated age of roof: 3 years
    Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum
     
    Attic Return to table of contents
    Inspection method: Partially traversed
    Roof structure type: Rafters
    Ceiling structure: Ceiling beams
    Insulation material: Fiberglass loose fill
    Insulation depth: 9inches
    Insulation estimated R value: R-30
     
    Electric service Return to table of contents
    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: In the garage
    Location of main disconnect: On the side of the house
    Service entrance conductor material: Aluminum
    System ground: Ground rod(s) in soil
    Main disconnect rating (amps): 200
    Branch circuit wiring type: Copper
    Solid strand aluminum branch circuit wiring present: No
    Smoke detectors present: Yes
     
    Water heater Return to table of contents
    Estimated age: 3 years
    Type: Tank
    Energy source: Natural gas
    Capacity (in gallons): 50
    Manufacturer: A.O. Smith
    Model: LO6l028198
    Water temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 100
     
    Heating and cooling Return to table of contents
    Estimated age: 3years
    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
    Distribution system: Sheet metal ducts, Flexible ducts
    Manufacturer: Carrier
    Filter location: Behind return air grill
    Last service date: None
    3)   The outdoor air temperature was below 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the inspection. Because of this, the inspector was unable to operate and fully evaluate the cooling system.
     
    Plumbing and laundry Return to table of contents
    Water pressure (psi): 55psi
    Location of main water shut-off valve: In garage
    Location of main water meter: Infront yard
    Location of main fuel shut-off: On left side of the house
    Water service: Public
    Service pipe material: Polyethelene
    Supply pipe material: Polyethelene
    Vent pipe material: Plastic
    Drain pipe material: Plastic
    Waste pipe material: Plastic
    4)     No washer

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    5)     No dryer

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    Interior rooms Return to table of contents

    6)   One or more doors will not latch when closed. Repairs should be made as necessary, and by a qualified contractor if necessary. For example, aligning strike plates with latch bolts and/or replacing locksets.

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    The door stoper is broke and needs to be replaced
     

    7)   One or more light fixtures have missing bulbs and could not be fully evaluated. Bulbs may simply need to be installed, or repairs or replacement may be necessary.

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    No light bulbs in lights
     
     

    Photo 2  
    This is a patch

    Photo 5  
    Doors needs adjustment

     
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