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Inspector: William Corbett
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Property Inspection Report |
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Sample Report |
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xxxx XXXX Hoover, AL 35244 |
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Thursday, March 13, 2008 |
This report published on 5/19/2009 6:27:09 PM CDT
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Thank you for allowing Magic City Inspection Services, LLC the opportunity to inspect and report on your home. We appreciate your business.
To prepare this report, a visual inspection was made of the visible and accessible areas of the structures on property.
This report is for your exclusive use in determining the physical condition of the property inspected. Although a thorough inspection of the property was made, we wish to CAUTION you that conditions may change and equipment may become defective. The report should not be construed as a guarantee or warranty of the premises or equipment, or of future uses thereof. The section (2) of our SERVICE AGREEMENT, entitled "Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors posted at http://www.nachi.org/sop.htm", provides additional details. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY!
THE INSPECTION, BY NECESSITY, DEALS WITH AN EXISTING STRUCTURE THAT MAY HAVE OLDER TYPES OF PLUMBING OR WIRING. ALTHOUGH THE SYSTEMS DID MEET REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME THEY WERE INSTALLED, IT IS VERY PROBABLE THAT THEY WOULD NOT MEET PRESENT STANDARDS.
A good example of this situation is the current requirement for Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) circuits in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, basements, and for outdoor outlets. To determine the Durability and Serviceability of the components of the home for this report, the current requirements were not applied in these types of circumstances.
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 |
 | Monitor | Recommend monitoring in the future |
 | 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
Report number: 08031301
Time started: 8:00
Time finished: 11:15
Present during inspection: Property owner, Realtor
Weather conditions: Clear
Temperature: Warm
Ground condition: Dry
Inspection fee: 399.00
Payment method: Check
Type of building: Single family
Buildings inspected: 1059 Country Club Circle Hoover, AL 35244
Age of building(s): 2002
Source for building age: Property listing
Occupied: Yes
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.
Condition of retaining walls: Required repairs, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
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, Paving stones Slate
Condition of deck, patio and/or porch covers: Appeared serviceable
Deck, patio, porch cover material and type: Open, Covered (Refer to Roof section)
Condition of exterior stairs: Appeared serviceable
Condition of handrails: Appeared serviceable
1)
One or more retaining walls higher than three feet were found on this property and guardrails or barriers were missing. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of falling. At a minimum, the client should be aware of this hazard, especially when children are present. Ideally a qualified contractor should install adequate guardrails or make modifications to existing barriers as necessary above retaining walls higher than 3 feet to eliminate fall hazards. Dense shrubbery or vegetation may be acceptable as a barrier, but only when mature enough to be effective.
Photo 6
Some form of barrier should be installed here.
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One or more planter boxes were designed or installed so that water is likely to enter or come in contact with the building. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, remove or replace planter boxes necessary.
Photo 1
Unlined planter box should be monitored for future deterioration.
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Minor cracks and/or deterioration were found in one or more retaining walls. Recommend repairing cracks with mortar, elastomeric sealant, or other suitable material to prevent water intrusion and further deterioration. The client should monitor such walls in the future for continued deterioration (cracking, leaning, bowing, etc.). Repairs and/or replacement by a qualified contractor may be necessary in the future.
4)
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs and/or vines was in contact with or less than one foot from the building exterior. Vegetation can serve as a conduit for wood destroying insects and may retain moisture against the exterior after it rains. Vegetation should be pruned and/or removed as necessary to maintain a one foot clearance between it and the building exterior.
Photo 2
Prune vegetation as part of routine maintenance.
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Minor cracks, settlement, heaving and/or deterioration were found in the driveway. However they don't appear to be a structural concern and no trip hazards were found. No immediate action is recommended, but the client may wish to have repairs made or have cracked sections replaced for aesthetic reasons.
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Minor cracks, settlement, heaving and/or deterioration were found in one or more rear patio sections. However they don't appear to be a structural concern and no trip hazards were found. No immediate action is recommended, but the client may wish to have repairs made or have cracked sections replaced for aesthetic reasons.
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: Cement fiber, Brick veneer, Stone veneer
Condition of foundation and footings: Appeared serviceable
Foundation type: Unfinished basement
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Footing material: Not determined
Anchor bolts for seismic reinforcement: Not determined
Condition of floor substructure: Appeared serviceable
Pier or support post material: Bearing wall
Beam material: Built up wood
Floor structure: Engineered wood joists
Condition of concrete slab floor(s): Appeared serviceable
Condition of the basement: Appeared serviceable
7)
Some sections of siding and/or trim were damaged possibly from wood pecker. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, replace or install as necessary.
Photo 4
Damage to trim boards on front of house should be repaired.
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Minor cracks or deterioration were found in one or more sections of brick veneer. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary, such as repointing mortar to prevent water intrusion and further deterioration in the future.
Photo 11
Brick is missing under the dryer vent. Seal all wall penetrations.
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Photo 16
Mortar is missing in some areas of the STONE veneer.
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9)
Gaps existed at one or more openings around the exterior, such as those where outside faucets, refrigerant lines, and/or gas supply pipes penetrate the exterior. Gaps should be sealed as necessary to prevent moisture intrusion and entry by vermin.
Photo 10
Seal all wall penetrations.
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Photo 15
Seal all wall penetrations.
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10)
Minor cracks, heaving and/or settlement were found in one or more sections of slab floors.
Photo 25
Minor crack in the basement flooring. Some signs of settlement.
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Limitations: The following items or areas are not included in this inspection: areas that could not be traversed or viewed clearly due to lack of access; areas and components obscured by insulation; solar roofing components; any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not determination if rafters, trusses, joists, beams, etc. are of adequate size, spanning or spacing. The inspector does not provide an estimate of remaining roof surface life, does not determine that the roof has absolutely no leaks at the time of the inspection, and does not determine that the roof won't leak in the future. Only active leaks and evidence of past leaks observed during the inspection are reported on as part of this inspection. To absolutely determine than no leaks exist, complete access to all roof structure areas must be available during a wide variety of weather conditions, including prolonged heavy rain, high wind from varying directions, heavy accumulations of snow and/or ice, and melting snow and ice.
Condition of roof structure: Appeared serviceable
Roof type: Gable
Age of roof surface(s): 5 years+/-
Source for building age: Inspector's estimate
Roof inspection method: Traversed, Viewed from ground with binoculars, Viewed from windows
Condition of shingle and/or shake roof surface materials: Appeared serviceable
Roof surface material: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
Apparent number of layers of roof surface material: One
Condition of exposed flashings: Appeared serviceable
Condition of gutters, downspouts and extensions: Appeared serviceable
Gutter and downspout material: Metal
Gutter and downspout installation: Full
Condition of attic: Appeared serviceable
Attic inspection method: Partially traversed
Roof structure type: Rafters
Ceiling structure: Ceiling beams
Ceiling insulation material: Fiberglass roll or batt, Cellulose loose fill
Ceiling insulation depth: 6"
Ceiling insulation rating: R 19
Vapor retarder: Not determined
Roof ventilation: Appears serviceable
11)
Extensions such as splashblocks or drain pipes for some downspouts were mis-aligned. Water may accumulate around the building foundation as a result. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, replace or install as necessary
Photo 5
Align downspout with drainage tube.
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One or more chimneys were wider than two feet and no cricket was installed. A cricket is a small peaked saddle on top of the basic roof and behind the chimney that sheds water off to the sides. Debris such as leaves, needles, moss, etc. is likely to accumulate above the chimney because of the wide chimney. Leaks may occur as a result. The client should monitor this area for accumulated debris in the future. If debris is found to accumulate above the chimney, then a qualified contractor should install a cricket.
Photo 33
Clean roof as part of your routine maintenance.
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One or more roof surface sections were designed so as to be much more likely to accumulate debris and snow. This includes the following: two slopes converge, steeper slope meets shallow slope. Leaks may occur as a result. The client should monitor such areas for accumulated debris in the future and clean as necessary.
Photo 34
Clean roof as part of your routine maintenance.
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Debris had accumulated in one or more gutters. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects since gutters may overflow and cause water to come in contact with the building exterior or make water accumulate around the foundation. Gutters should be cleaned now and as necessary in the future.
Photo 35
Clean gutters as part of your routine maintenance.
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Photo 36
Clean gutters as part of your routine maintenance.
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Debris such as leaves, needles, seeds, etc. had 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.
Photo 7
Clean roof as part of your routine maintenance.
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One or more downspouts terminated above roof surfaces rather than being routed to gutters below or to the ground level. This is very common, but it can reduce the life of roof surface materials below due to large amounts of water frequently flowing over the roof surface. Granules typically are washed off of composition shingles as a result, and leaks may occur. Recommend considering having a qualified contractor install extensions as necessary so downspouts don't terminate above roof surfaces.
Photo 12
Extension tubes should be installed where needed.
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Limitations: The inspector does not determine the adequacy of firewall ratings. Requirements for ventilation in garages varies between municipalities.
Type: Attached, Garage
Condition of garage: Appeared serviceable
Type of garage: Solid core, Wood
Condition of garage vehicle door(s): Appeared serviceable
Garage vehicle door type: Sectional
Number of vehicle doors: 4
Condition of automatic opener(s): Appeared serviceable
Condition of garage floor: Appeared serviceable
Condition of garage interior: Appeared serviceable
Garage ventilation: Exists
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Weatherstrip at the sides and/or bottom of one or more vehicle doors was substandard. It should be replaced where necessary to prevent water and vermin intrusion.
Photo 13
Weather stripping should be secured at the garage doors.
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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: generator systems, surge suppressors, inaccessible or concealed wiring; underground utilities and systems; low voltage lighting or lighting on timers or sensors. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not determine the adequacy of grounding or bonding, does not determine if this system has an adequate capacity for the client's specific needs, nor determine if this system has any reserve capacity for additions or expansion. The inspector does not operate circuit breakers as part of the inspection, install or change light bulbs, nor determine the operability of every wall switch.
Electric service condition: Appeared serviceable
Primary service type: Underground
Number of service conductors: 3
Service voltage (volts): 120
Service amperage (amps): 400
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service entrance conductor material: Aluminum
Main disconnect rating (amps): 200
System ground: Ground rod(s) in soil, Cold water supply pipes, Copper
Condition of main service panel: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sub: Appeared serviceable
Location of main service panel #A: Garage
Location of sub panel #B: Garage
Location of main disconnect: Breaker at top of main service panel
Branch circuit wiring type: Nonmetallic sheathed, Copper
Condition of branch circuit wiring: Serviceable
Solid strand aluminum branch circuit wiring present: None visible
Condition of smoke detectors: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Smoke detectors present: Yes
Carbon monoxide detectors present: Yes
Smoke detector power source: Hard wired
18)
Some switches were damaged. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Photo 19
Broken switches should be replaced.
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Photo 23
Broken switch should be replaced.
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19)
Some light fixtures were loose. A qualified person should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
20)
Lamp holders or light fixtures with fully or partially exposed bulbs were installed in one or more closets. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire. Flammable stored items may come into contact with hot bulbs, and hot fragments from broken bulbs may fall on combustible materials. Standard building practices require closet lighting to use fluorescent light fixtures, or to use fully enclosed incandescent fixtures. Installing a compact fluorescent lamp in a lamp holder is not an acceptable practice. A qualified electrician should replace closet lights as necessary and as per standard building practices.
Photo 17
Globe should be installed on the butler pantry closet light.
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Smoke detectors were loose in some locations. A qualified person should replace smoke detectors or make repairs as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/5077.html
Photo 24
All smoke detectors should be secured and have batteries replaced.
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One or more wall-mounted exterior light fixtures had wiring that's subject to water intrusion due to caulk not being installed around the light fixture's back plate. Caulk should be applied around the perimeter of back plates where missing. A gap should be left at the bottom for condensation to drain out.
Photo 14
Caulk should be applied here.
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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 28
This shower light would not operate.
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Some bulbs in light fixtures were broken. As a result, some light fixtures couldn't be fully evaluated. Recommend replacing bulbs to fully evaluate fixtures where necessary.
Photo 3
Some lights were not fully evaluated.
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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: private wells and sewage disposal systems; main, side and lateral sewer lines; gray water systems; pressure boosting systems; incinerating or composting toilets; fire suppression sprinkler systems; water softeners, conditioners or filtering systems; plumbing components concealed within the foundation or building structure, or in inaccessible areas such as below tubs; underground utilities and systems; overflow drains for tubs and sinks; backflow prevention devices. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not operate water supply or shut-off valves due to the possibility of valves leaking or breaking when operated. The inspector does not test for lead in the water supply, the water pipes or solder, does not determine if plumbing and fuel lines are adequately sized, and does not determining the existence or condition of underground or above-ground fuel tanks.
Condition of service and main line: Appeared serviceable
Location of main water meter: Front lawn
Location of main water shut: Basement
Water service: Public
Water pressure (psi): 80+/-
Service pipe material: Copper
Condition of supply lines: Appeared serviceable
Supply pipe material: Copper
Condition of waste lines: Appeared serviceable
Waste pipe material: Plastic
25)
All water supply pipes in the basement were uninsulated. Recommend insulating pipes as per standard building practices for better energy efficiency and to prevent water pipes from freezing.
Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: solar water heating systems; circulation systems. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not provide an estimate of remaining life on water heaters, does not determine if water heaters are appropriately sized, or perform any evaluations that require a pilot light to be lit.
Condition of water heater: Appeared serviceable
Type: Tank
Estimated age: 2001
Energy source: Natural gas
Capacity (in gallons): 50
Model: FSG248
Location of water heater: Basement
Water temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 115+/-
Condition of burners: Appeared serviceable
Condition of venting system: Appeared serviceable
Condition of combustion air supply: Appeared serviceable
Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: humidifiers, dehumidifiers, electronic air filters; solar, coal or wood fired heat systems; thermostat or temperature control accuracy and timed functions; heating components concealed within the building structure or in inaccessible areas; underground utilities and systems; safety devices and controls (due to automatic operation). Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not provide an estimate of remaining life on heating system components, does not determine if heating systems are appropriately sized, or perform any evaluations that require a pilot light to be lit. It is beyond the scope of this inspection to determine if furnace heat exchangers are intact and free of leaks.
Condition of heating system: Appeared serviceable
Location of heating system: Garageattic
Heating type: Forced air, Heat pump
Fuel type: Natural gas, Electric
Manufacturer: Rheem
Condition of burners: Appeared serviceable
Condition of venting system: Appeared serviceable
Condition of combustion air supply: Appeared serviceable
Condition of distribution system: Appeared serviceable
Distribution system: Ducts and registers
Condition of controls: Appeared serviceable
Condition of air filters: Appeared serviceable
Location of air filters: At base of air handler
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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
Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: humidifiers, dehumidifiers, electronic air filters; thermostat or temperature control accuracy and timed functions; cooling components concealed within the building structure or in inaccessible areas; underground utilities and systems; safety devices and controls (due to automatic operation). Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not provide an estimate of remaining life on cooling system components, does not determine if cooling systems are appropriately sized, and does not test coolant pressure. Condensation pans and drain lines may clog or leak at any time and should be monitored while in operation in the future.
Condition of cooling system and/or heat pump: Appeared serviceable
Type: Split system
Estimated age: 1999
Approximate tonnage: 2; 2; 3; 4
Manufacturer: Rheem
Condition of distribution system: Appeared serviceable
Condition of controls: Appeared serviceable
Condition of air filters: Appeared serviceable
Location of air filters: At base of air handler
27)
Insulation for the outside condensing unit's refrigerant lines was deteriorated in some areas. This may result in reduced efficiency and increased energy costs. A qualified person should replace insulation as necessary.
Photo 9
Refrigerant line insulation should be repaired soon.
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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 contractor should service this system and make repairs if necessary. This servicing should be performed annually in the future.
Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: coal stoves, gas logs, chimney flues (except where visible). Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not determine the adequacy of drafting or sizing in fireplace and stove flues, nor determine if prefabricated or zero clearance fireplaces are installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. The inspector does not perform any evaluations that require a pilot light to be lit.
Condition of fireplaces, stoves: Appeared serviceable
Location #A: iving room
Fireplace type: Prefabricated
Fuel type: Natural gas
Condition of chimneys: Appeared serviceable
Chimney type: Metal, with wood enclosure
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: Appeared serviceable
Condition of range, cooktop: Appeared serviceable
Condition of refrigerator: Appeared serviceable
Condition of built: Appeared serviceable
Condition of trash compactor: Appeared serviceable
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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.
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: Master bath
Location #B: hall bath
Location #C: Upstairs
Location #D: Upstairs
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
Condition of laundry facilities: Appeared serviceable
Gas supply for laundry equipment present: No
240 volt receptacle for laundry equipment present: Yes
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Leaking or dripping was found at the sink spout, faucet base at location #A, D. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary.
Photo 18
Water leak at the laundry sink.
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Photo 22
Water leak here at this master bath faucet.
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Photo 29
Water seepage at the lavatory fixture.
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31)
Grout was deteriorated around the shower at location #A, B, C, D . A qualified person should repair as necessary.
Photo 30
Grout is deteriorated at some tiled shower stalls.
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Photo 31
Grout is deteriorated at some tiled shower stalls.
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Caulk was missing at the counter backsplash, around the sink at location #C, D. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
Photo 21
Caulk should be applied here.
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Photo 27
Caulk should be applied here.
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33)
Stains were found in the shelving or cabinet components below the sink at location #D. Plumbing leaks may have occurred in the past. Recommend consulting with the property owner about this, and if necessary, having a qualified person evaluate and repair.
34)
The equipment for the jetted tub at location #A was inaccessible (no access hatch, permanently installed hatch, etc.). The inspector was unable to evaluate the jetted tub equipment.
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: Wood
Condition of exterior entry doors: Appeared serviceable
Condition of interior doors: Appeared serviceable
Type of windows: Wood, Multi, Casement
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, Wood, Tile
Condition of flooring: Appeared serviceable
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Wood flooring in some nook areas was buckling. This may indicating that the floor has been wet in the past, evidence of settlement or that repairs or the installation was substandard. Recommend consulting with the property owner about this. The client should consider having a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or refinish floors as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.woodfloorsonline.com/techtalk/woodwater6.html
Photo 20
Damaged flooring near the kitchen. Monitor in the future.
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The weatherstrip around one or more exterior doors was loose. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.
37)
Some interior door hardware, including locksets were damaged, missing. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.
Photo 26
Lock set is missing from upstairs sitting area.
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38)
Crank handles at some windows were loose. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.
Photo 8
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Photo 32
Could not find the fixtures for these switches in the upstairs bedroom.
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