| Property Inspection Report | |
| Client(s): | Sample01 |
| Property address: | FL 32322 |
| Inspection date: | 4/22/2011 |
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 | Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
 | Major Defect | Correction likely involves a significant expense |
 | Repair/Replace | Recommend repairing or replacing |
 | Repair/Maintain | Recommend repair and/or maintenance |
 | Minor Defect | Correction likely involves only a minor expense |
 | Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
 | Evaluate | Recommend evaluation by a specialist |
 | Monitor | Recommend monitoring in the future |
 | Comment | For your information |
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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| General information | Return to table of contents |
There are several trim and finish pieces missing throughout the home. These should be repaired by a qualified contractor. This is mostly a cosmetic issue.
There is a swale along the road and the lot slopes south to north and toward the buillding. Recommend monitoring to ensure crawl space does not flood during storms.
There are numerous dead branches overhead. Recommend trimming to prevent damage by falling..
There is a power pole that terminates in the side yard along street. Recommend removal for aesthetic and tripping hazard issues.
| Exterior | Return to table of contents |
One or more sets of stairs are wobbly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary, such as installing additional supports and/or diagonal bracing.
Newel cap at left side post on the deck stairs is loose. This is a safety hazard. A qualified contractor should make repairs as necessary.
Spacing where posts on deck meet the house exceed the 4 inches allowed by code. Recommend closing gap as small children can get caught.
There is a steel shed (approx 8x10) on slab. Shed appears to be at end of useful life. The bottom of the side panels is rusting. Recommend removal or replacement.
Siding shows signs of mildew. Recommend power washing.
Recommend cleaning deck(s) and treating with a preservative claiming to waterproof, block ultraviolet light, and stop mildew. Consumer Reports recommends these products:
The exterior paint finish on the front door 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. Door aslo noted as inoperable in report section - living room.
One or more light fixtures appear to be inoperable. Recommend further evaluation by replacing bulb(s) and/or consulting with the property owner(s). Repairs or replacement of the light fixture(s) by a qualified electrician may be necessary.
| Roof | Return to table of contents |
Roof appears newer, however there is extensive evidence of water intrusion within the home. Recommend evaluation by a qualified roofer.
Debris such as leaves, needles, seeds, etc. have accumulated on the roof. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects and organisms since water may not flow easily off the roof, and may enter gaps in the roof surface. Leaks may occur as a result. Debris should be cleaned from the roof now and as necessary in the future.
| Electric service | Return to table of contents |
One or more clamps that secure the electric service's grounding electrode conductor(s) to the grounding rod(s) appear to be missing. Grounding may be inadequate as a result and may be a safety hazard for shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The service drop wires are in contact with trees or vegetation. Recommend having a qualified tree service company or arborist prune or remove trees as necessary to prevent straining or abrading the service drop wires.
Recommend GFCI circuit be installed in second bathroom. None currently installed.
Recommend AFCI breakers for sleeping areas. None are currently installed.
| Water heater | Return to table of contents |
Evidence of wood destroying organisms at hot water heater access panel. Recommend evaluation by a WDO firm.
The water heater was functioning at the time of the inspection. The estimated life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be at this age or older and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
| Heating and Cooling | Return to table of contents |
The estimated useful life for most heat pumps is 15 to 20 years. This heat pump appears to be at this age or older and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future. Rust is evident on the unit and unit was inoperable from thermostat.
The outside condensing unit is not level. Damage may occur if it is more than ten degrees off from level. Weeds should be cleaned up around the unit and a qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary, such as replacing the pad that the condensing unit is installed on.
No filter is visible for the heating/cooling system. As a result, unfiltered air will flow through the system, and the heating/cooling equipment life and the indoor air quality may be reduced. Correctly sized filter(s) should be installed. If necessary, guides or retaining devices should be installed or repaired so filter(s) are securely anchored and gaps around edges are minimized.
The last service date of this system appears to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) 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. This servicing should be performed annually in the future.
The estimated useful life for air conditioning compressors is 8 to 15 years. This unit appears to be approaching this age and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs and/or vines are too close to the outdoor condensing unit. Standard building practices require that there be at least 12 inches of clearance on all sides and at least four to six feet above. Inadequate clearances around the condensing unit can result in reduced efficiency, increased energy costs and/or damage to equipment. Vegetation should be pruned and/or removed as necessary to maintain these clearances.
The heat and A/C were tested and are functioning. There is air flow to all rooms. Recommend adjustment to the fins in the vents to improve overall distribution and comfort if required after occupying.
| Plumbing and laundry | Return to table of contents |
Active leaks were found at the kitchen sink. Leaks are evident at the hot water stem at the handle, the cold water connection below the countertop and the drain at the right sink, below the sink. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The toilet in the second bath requires the handle to be held continuously in order to flush. Recommend replacement as the porcelain on the unit is in poor condition overall. It will, however, function "as-is".
The inspector was not able to find the water meter. Recommend that the client(s) attempt to find the water meter by consulting with the property owner(s), searching for it themselves, or consulting with the local water municipality. It is especially important to find the meter if no main shut-off valve is found because the meter may be the only way to turn off the water supply in the event of an emergency, such as when a supply pipe bursts.
No washer or dryer is installed. They are excluded from this inspection. Dryer was observed to vent to outside below deck.
| Crawl space | Return to table of contents |
The master bath toilet area has a missing floor section. The floor is cut away in this area. The toilet and plumbing should be evaluated for current leaks. Joists should be checked and the floor, insulation and vapor barrier repaired or replaced.
Evidence of prior water intrusion 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. The client(s) should review any disclosure statements available and ask the property owner(s) about past accumulation of water in the crawl space. The crawl space should be monitored in the future for accumulated water, especially after heavy and/or prolonged periods of rain. If water is found to accumulate, 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:
Insulation under the floor in the crawlspace is damaged, deteriorated, or has fallen down under the master bathroom. A qualified contractor should make repairs as necessary to restore the insulation to its original rating.
| Kitchen | Return to table of contents |
Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electric receptacles to the left of the sink did not trip when tested. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
One or more ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electric receptacles did not trip when tested with the inspector's test instrument. These devices should trip when tested with a test instrument in addition to tripping via the test buttons on the receptacles. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The range hood fan is inoperable. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace the fan or the range hood as necessary. Range hood was observed to vent to the outside.
One or more stove top burners are inoperable. A qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The dining area wall has been patched at the rear of the house. This should be monitored to verify that there are no wood destroying organisms or water intrusion during storms and repaired if required.
Shelving or other components are missing from one or more cabinets. The drawer slides do not work and the middle drawer of the base cabinet to the left of the sink is missing. Missing shelving and/or components should be replaced, and by a qualified contractor if necessary.
Pantry door is broken.
One or more windows is missing a screen and/or window catch.
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.
Refrigerator shows signs of rust on outside and needs a good cleaning. It is an older unit that you may consider replacing in the near future.
Sink stoppers are missing.
| Master Bathroom | Return to table of contents |
The bathroom floor has a large hole in front of the toilet and rotted wood. Recommend repair by a qualified contractor. The plumbing should be evaluated after the water is turned on to verify the leak is repaired.
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.
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. Fixture glass globe is missing. Consider replacing fixture.
Vinyl flooring is damaged and/or deteriorated in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should replace or repair the damaged flooring.
Window screen is missing.
Door is missing between bedroom and bathroom.
Sink shows evidence of a leaking stem on the cold water side. Should be evaluated and repaired by a qualified contractor if leak is evident after water is turned on.
| Second Bathroom | Return to table of contents |
One or more electric receptacles that serve countertop surfaces within six feet of a sink appear to have no ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate to determine if GFCI protection exists, and if not, repairs should be made so that all receptacles that serve countertop surfaces within six feet of sinks have GFCI protection. For example, install GFCI receptacles or circuit breaker(s) as needed.
One or more toilet bowls, tanks and/or lids are cracked or broken. A qualified plumber should replace the toilet(s), tank(s) and/or lid(s) as necessary.
Vinyl flooring is damaged and/or deteriorated in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should replace or repair the damaged flooring. Also floor is crowned and slopes towards bedroom.
Tub surround is cracked.
Stains and elevated levels of moisture were found in one or more ceiling areas. The stain(s) appear to be due to roof leaks. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
Light fixture is missing globe.
Sink is missing stopper.
| Master Bedroom | Return to table of contents |
No smoke alarms are visible. This is a safety hazard. A qualified electrician should install smoke alarms as per standard building practices (functioning one exists in hallways leading to bedrooms, and in each bedroom, etc.). For more information, visit:
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.
Screen(s) in one or more windows are missing. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this. Screens are often removed for window cleaning and they may be stored somewhere. If not, then recommend installing screens where missing.
One or more interior doors are damaged and/or deteriorated and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor. Doors to closet and kitchen do not close.
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. Globe is missing from light. Flourescent light bulb needs to be replaced in closet.
| Second Bedroom | Return to table of contents |
Stains and elevated levels of moisture were found in one or more ceiling areas. The stain(s) appear to be due to roof leaks. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
Screen(s) in one or more windows are missing. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this. Screens are often removed for window cleaning and they may be stored somewhere. If not, then recommend installing screens where missing.
One or more interior doors are damaged and/or deteriorated and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor.
One or more doors have no lockset installed. Locksets should be installed where missing.
Carpeting is soiled and/or stained and damaged. Recommend replacing.
There is a hole in the wall and evidence of repairs on the window wall. These should be monitored to make sure there is no water intrusion or wood destroying organism present and repaired if required.
| Living Room | Return to table of contents |
The cover plate is missing from the electric box high on the wall at the door. Covers 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.
Screen(s) in one or more windows are missing. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this. Screens are often removed for window cleaning and they may be stored somewhere. If not, then recommend installing screens where missing.
One or more deadbolt mechanisms are inoperable or difficult to operate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
Floor is crowned in the middle. This is somewhat common in mobile homes of this age, however, a qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.
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. Glass globe is missing on fan.
The front exterior entrance door is damaged and inoperopable and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor.
Vinyl flooring is damaged and/or deteriorated in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should replace or repair the damaged flooring. This area has vinyl tiles installled.
Trim is damaged and/or deteriorated in one or more areas. Recommend having a qualified contractor replace or repair trim as necessary.
