Website: http://www.ocalahomeinspection.com
Email: Mjvanek1@aol.com
Phone: (352) 361-8065
FAX: (352) 288-3764
PO Box 4891  
Ocala, FL 
34478
Inspector: Michael Vanek

 

Professional Home Inspection
Client(s): Monte Buky & Cindy
Property address: 4912 SE 32 Court
Ocala, FL
34480
Inspection date: Wednesday, September 05, 2007
This report published on 9/6/2007 11:05:00 AM EDT

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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 
Major defectCorrection likely involves a significant expense 
Repair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing 
Repair/MaintainRecommend repair and/or maintenance 
Minor defectCorrection likely involves only a minor expense 
MaintainRecommend ongoing maintenance 
EvaluateRecommend evaluation by a specialist 
CommentFor your information 

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Table of Contents
General information
Exterior
Roof
Attached garage
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and air conditioning
Attic
Plumbing and laundry
Interior rooms
 
General information Return to table of contents
Payment & Billing: Paid at Time of Inspection, $250.00
Structures inspected: Home
Present during inspection: Buyer, Realtor
Occupied: Yes
Age of building: 24 years
Type of building: Single family

1) Recomended having gutters installed on front and back to direct water from the entrance.
 
Exterior Return to table of contents
Footing material: Not visible
Foundation material: Poured in place concrete
Apparent wall structure: Concrete block
Wall covering: Stone veneer, Stucco
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core steel, Sliding glass
2) The end cap on the clothes dryer exhaust duct is damaged. Their purpose is to prevent air from entering the house through the clothes dryer, save energy, and keep out birds, rodents and bugs. Birds' nests can block the opening and are flammable. Recommend installing a new vent cap.
3) Caulk is missing or deteriorated around windows in some areas. Recommend caulking where necessary.
 
Roof Return to table of contents
Number of Remaing Years of Life: 16 to 18 Years
Roof type: Gable
Roof covering: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
Estimated age of roof: 1 to 2 years
Gutter & downspout material: None
Roof ventilation: Adequate
 
Attached garage Return to table of contents
4) Found the garage door light not working and need of replacement or repair.
 
Electric service Return to table of contents
Primary service type: Overhead
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service amperage (amps): 100
Service voltage (volts): 120-240
Location of sub panels: Hallway Near Garage
Location of main disconnect: Breaker at top of main service panel
Main disconnect rating (amps): 100
Active Knob & Tube Wiring or Branch Aluminum Wiring Present: No
Smoke detectors present: Yes
5) Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) breaker(s) in the main service panel wouldn't trip when tested. Recommend having a qualified, licensed electrician evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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6) One or more smoke detectors is damaged or missing. Recommend replacing inoperable smoke detectors as necessary so a functioning one exists in each hallway leading to bedrooms, and in each bedroom. For more information on smoke detectors visit http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/5077.html
 
Water heater Return to table of contents
Estimated age of Water Heater: 5 years
Type: Tank
Energy source: Electricity
Capacity (in gallons): 50
7) The water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve drain line is missing. This poses a danger of scalding if someone is standing next to the water heater when the valve releases. A qualified plumber should install a drain line as per standard building practices. For example, extending to within 6" from the floor, or routed so as to drain outside.

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Heating and air conditioning Return to table of contents
Heating system energy source: Electric
Heat system type: Forced air, Standard efficiency
A/C energy source: Electric
Air conditioning type: Split system
Distribution system: Flexible ducts
Brand & model: GE
Filter location: At the base of the furnace
8) The estimated useful life for forced air furnaces is 15 to 20 years. This furnace appears to be at this age or older and may need replacing at any time.
9) The estimated useful life for air conditioning compressors is 8 to 15 years. This unit appears to have exceed this age and may need replacing at any time.
10) This system is equipped with throw-away filter(s). They appear to be dirty. Recommend replacing filter(s) now and every 2 months in the future if the thermostat's fan position is set to "Auto", or monthly if it's set to "On".
11) Recommend that this system be inspected, cleaned, serviced and repaired if necessary by a qualified heating and cooling technician annually in the future.
12) There is a 10 degree difference on the air going to the added room. Recomended hiring a Licensed A/C Contractor to upgrade or add another duct.
 
Attic Return to table of contents
Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
Roof structure type: Trusses
Insulation material: Fiberglass roll or batt
13) Note Nail Spacing and length is good on ceiling structure.

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Plumbing and laundry Return to table of contents
Location of main fuel shut-off: Water Meter
Water service: Public
Has Plumbing been Updated In Last 15 Years: No
Supply pipe material: Copper
Vent pipe material: Galvanized steel
Drain pipe material: Plastic, Galvanized steel
Waste pipe material: Not visible
14) Recommend having septic tank inspected. Recommend pumping tank if last pumped more than 3 years ago.
15) Noted the washer has been leaking and the carpet is wet in that area.
 
Interior rooms Return to table of contents
16) No ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) devices (receptacles or circuit breakers) are visible in the kitchen or bathrooms. GFCI devices help prevent electric shocks in areas that may have water present. Recommend having a qualified, licensed electrician install GFCI protection for receptacles over counter tops and around sinks as per standard building practices.
17) Screen(s) missing in one or more windows. Window(s) may not provide ventilation during months when insects are active. Recommend installing screens.
18) Window(s) stuck shut and can't open. Recommend repairing window(s) so they open easily.
19) No exhaust fan is installed in the laundry room. This can lead to excessive accumulation of moisture. Recommend having a qualified contractor install an exhaust fan with a timer, duct and vent cap as per standard building practices in the laundry room.
20) The dishwasher supply line is crimped under the kitchen sink. Replace the line so it has proper water flow.

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21) The hall toilet is filling up slow. Recommended replacing the flush vaulve and supply vaulve. The handle is also rust and may break at anytime.

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22) The entire floor of the kitchen cabnet under the sink has water damage and is in need of replacement.

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23) The master bathroom facet and the hall facet have poor water flow and are rusted and may need replacing.
24) The hall shower stem is dripping and leaking and in need of repair or replacement.
25) The hall tub spout is rusted due to laking and should be replaced.
26) The kitchen facet makes noise when on and the sprayer leaks. Recomended replacement.
27) Window(s) broken. Recommend replacing glass. In Blue Bedroom
28) One or more sink stopper mechanisms are missing, inoperable or in disrepair. Recommend intalling or repairing sink stopper mechanisms as necessary.
29) Caulk needs repair around the base one or more tub faucets. Recommend applying a bead of caulk around the base of tub faucets where necessary.
 
1. INSPECTOR agrees to perform a visual inspection of the home/building and to provide CLIENT with a written inspection report identifying the defects that INSPECTOR both observed and deemed material. INSPECTOR may offer comments as a courtesy, but these comments will not comprise the bargained-for report. The report is only supplementary to the sellers disclosure.
2. Unless otherwise inconsistent with this Agreement or not possible, INSPECTOR agrees to perform the inspection in accordance to the current Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors posted at http://www.nachi.org/sop.htm. CLIENT understands that these standards contain certain limitations, exceptions, and exclusions.
3. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for the use of CLIENT, who gives INSPECTOR permission to discuss observations with real estate agents, owners, repairpersons, and other interested parties. INSPECTOR accepts no responsibility for use or misinterpretation by third parties. INSPECTORS inspection of the property and the accompanying report are in no way intended to be a guarantee or warranty, express or implied, regarding the future use, operability, habitability or suitability of the home/building or its components. Any and all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly excluded by this Agreement.

4. INSPECTOR assumes no liability for the cost of repair or replacement of unreported defects or deficiencies either current or arising in the future. CLIENT acknowledges that the liability of INSPECTOR, its agents, employees, for claims or damages, costs of defense or suit, attorneys fees and expenses and payments arising out of or related to the INSPECTORS negligence or breach of any obligation under this Agreement, including errors and omissions in the inspection or the report, shall be limited to liquidated damages in an amount equal to the fee paid to the INSPECTOR, and this liability shall be exclusive. CLIENT waives any claim for consequential, exemplary, special or incidental damages or for the loss of the use of the home/building even if the CLIENT has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The parties acknowledge that the liquidated damages are not intended as a penalty but are intended (i) to reflect the fact that actual damages may be difficult and impractical to ascertain; (ii) to allocate risk among the INSPECTOR and CLIENT; and (iii) to enable the INSPECTOR to perform the inspection at the stated fee.

5. INSPECTOR does not perform engineering, architectural, plumbing, or any other job function requiring an occupational license in the jurisdiction where the inspection is taking place, unless the inspector holds a valid occupational license, in which case he/she may inform the CLIENT that he/she is so licensed, and is therefore qualified to go beyond this basic home inspection, and for additional fee, perform additional inspections beyond those within the scope of the basic home inspection. Any agreement for such additional inspections shall be in a separate writing.

6. In the event of a claim against INSPECTOR, CLIENT agrees to supply INSPECTOR with the following: (1) Written notification of adverse conditions within 14 days of discovery, and (2) Access to the premises. Failure to comply with the above conditions will release INSPECTOR and its agents from any and all obligations or liability of any kind.
7. The parties agree that any litigation arising out of this Agreement shall be filed only in the Court having jurisdiction in the County in which the INSPECTOR has its principal place of business. In the event that CLIENT fails to prove any adverse claims against INSPECTOR in a court of law, CLIENT agrees to pay all legal costs, expenses and fees of INSPECTOR in defending said claims.
8. If any court declares any provision of this Agreement invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties. All prior communications are merged into this Agreement, and there are no terms or conditions other than those set forth herein. No statement or promise of INSPECTOR or its agents shall be binding unless reduced to writing and signed by INSPECTOR. No change or modification shall be enforceable against any party unless such change or modification is in writing and signed by the parties. This Agreement shall be binding upon and enforceable by the parties and their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assignees. CLIENT shall have no cause of action against INSPECTOR after one year from the date of the inspection.
9. Payment of the fee to INSPECTOR (less any deposit noted above) is due upon completion of the on-site inspection. The CLIENT agrees to pay all legal and time expenses incurred in collecting due payments, including attorneys fees, if any. If CLIENT is a corporation, LLC, or similar entity, the person signing this Agreement on behalf of such entity does personally guaranty payment of the fee by the entity.
CLIENT HAS CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING, AGREES TO IT, AND ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THIS AGREEMENT.