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| Property Inspection Report | |
| Client(s): | John or Jane Doe |
| Property address: | 1234 Main Street Any town, Iowa |
| Inspection date: | May 10, 2009 |
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.
Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
| Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
| Repair/Replace | Consult a qualified contractor for evaluation of repair or replacement before contingency date expires. |
| Repair/Maintain | Concern appears to be a repair or maintenance item, however, hidden issue may be uncovered. Consult a contractor before contingency date expires. |
| Minor Defect | Correction likely involves only a minor expense |
| Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
| Evaluate | This concern should be evaluated by a qualified contractor before the contingency date expires. |
| Monitor | Recommend monitoring in the future and repair or replace when needed. |
| Comment | For your information, no immediate action required. |
Walls Windows and Doors
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- Window trim and window frames should be scraped and painted. Any area of decay repaired or replaced. These appear to be original windows. All functioned as designed at the time of inspection.
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- The corner of the front soffit is decayed. This is usually an easy repair as the material is thin plywood. Consult a contractor for repair.
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- Areas of siding show signs of blistering and decay. Some siding may need repair/replacement. It is recommended that a qualified contractor evaluate siding for best method of repair.
Exterior and Landscaping
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- An Infrared, Thermal Image scan of the front exterior showed heat loose around lower level front window. This could be caused by poor window installation or a gap in insulation around the window.
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- Driveway has been mud jacked and repaired. Monitor and keep cracks filled. If needed, consult a mason.
Attached garage
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- The Sheetrock ceiling has a slight sag. Additional Sheetrock screws should be enough to secure to joists.
General Interior
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- An Infrared, Thermal Imaging scan was performed on exterior walls. Infrared detected a gap in insulation on the south east corner of the den wall. The corner is cold, allowing 15 degree cooler air to infiltrate the living space.
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- An Infrared, Thermal Imaging scan detected a defective front door seal. This broken seal is allowing cold air to infiltrate the living space.
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- The Infrared, Thermal Imaging scan detected a draft from around the den electrical outlet. Most likely cause is poor house wrap. (Tyvek) Recommend insulting around outlets.
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- Windows appear to be original. Some discoloration was noted due to condensation/moisture. Recommend cleaning, sanding and sealing the windows as needed.
Kitchen and Laundry
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- No ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) devices (outlets or circuit breakers) are visible for the kitchen. GFCI devices help prevent electric shocks in areas that may have water present. Recommend having a qualified, licensed electrician install GFCI protection for outlets, over counter tops and around sinks.
Domestic Water Heater
24)
- The hot water heater was producing hot water and there were no visible leaks. This hot water tank is older and may need repair or replacing at any time.
Electric Panel
25)
- Exposed wiring in panel due to covers missing from open circuit breaker slots. Recommend installing covers in open slots.
Basement
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- All or most of the basement was finished. There were no visible signs of water infiltration at the time of inspection. It is recommended that you monitor all walls and floor covering on a regular basis. Consult a specialist id needed.