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): Mike Vanek (Sample)
Property address: 1111 Sample Dr
The Villages, FL
Inspection date: Thursday, January 25, 2007
This report published on 1/26/2007 11:40:57 AM 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 shown in bold type. Items of concern follow descriptive information and are shown as follows:
SafetyPoses a risk of injury or death 
Major defectCorrection likely involves a significant expense 
Repair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing 
Minor defectCorrection likely involves only a minor expense 
MaintainRecommend ongoing maintenance 
CommentFor your information 
Concern items are sorted by the types listed above.  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

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: To be Paid at Closing, $250.00
Structures inspected: Home
Present during inspection: None
Occupied: Yes
Type of building: Single family
Exterior Return to table of contents  
Wall covering: Stucco
Driveway material: Poured in place concrete
Sidewalk material: Poured in place concrete
Exterior door material: Solid core steel, Sliding glass
1) One or more downspouts have no extensions, or have extensions that are ineffective. This can result in water accumulating around the structures foundation, or in basements and crawl spaces if they exist. Accumulated water is a conducive condition to wood destroying insects and organisms, and may also cause the foundation to settle and possibly fail over time. Recommend making repairs as necessary such as repairing or installing splash blocks or tie-ins to underground drain lines so rain water is carried at least several feet away from the structure to soil that slopes down and away from the structure.

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2) The garage door has wood rott at the bottom of the door jam.

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3) There is some cracked areas that needs repair on the stucco.

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4) The sprinkler system needs inspected and adjusted to allow proper coverage.

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5) The front porch holds water and does not drain.

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6) The front gutter is bent over the front porch.

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7) Minor cracks were found in the sidewalk. These are only a cosmetic concern and no action is recommended.

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Roof Return to table of contents  
Number of remaining Years of Life: 6 to 8 Years
Roof type: Hipped
Roof covering: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum
Roof ventilation: Adequate
8) Significant amounts of debris have 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 roof structure or make water accumulate around the foundation. Recommend cleaning gutters now and as necessary in the future.

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9) Some areas of the roof have had shingles replaced.

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Attached garage Return to table of contents  
10) The bottom of the garage door is bent.

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Electric service Return to table of contents  
Primary service type: Underground
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers
Service amperage (amps): 150
Service voltage (volts): 120-240
Location of sub panels: Garage wall
Location of main disconnect: Breaker at top of main service panel
Main disconnect rating (amps): 150
Active Knob & Tube Wiring or Branch Aluminum Wiring Present: No
Smoke detectors present: Yes
11) Electrical Fuse Box

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Electrical Panel
 
Water heater Return to table of contents  
Estimated age of Water Heater: 14 years
Type: Tank
Energy source: Electricity
Capacity (in gallons): 40
12) The estimated useful life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be at this age or older. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
13) The Seco electrical control box is loose and hanging off the wall and needs re attached.

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Heating and air conditioning Return to table of contents  
Heating system energy source: Electric
Heat system type: Forced air
A/C energy source: Electric
Air conditioning type: Split system
Filter location: At the base of the furnace
14) There is a lot of water damage around and behind the return air box. The area has been recently painted over the water stains and mold. Recommended having an licensed air condition contractor repair the return air box and inspect and clean the system so there is no leaking.
15) The estimated useful life for forced air furnaces is 15 to 20 years. This furnace appears to be approaching this age and may need replacing at any time.
16) 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. The sides of the coils are damaged on the unit outside.

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17) There is substandard wiring covered on the a/c unit outside.

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18) This system is equipped with throw-away filter(s). Recommend replacing throw-away filter(s) every 2 months in the future if the thermostat's fan position is set to "Auto", or monthly if it's set to "On".
 
Attic Return to table of contents  
Inspection method: Viewed from hatch
Roof structure type: Trusses
Insulation material: Fiberglass roll or batt
19) The is an electrical junction box in the attic missing an cover.

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Plumbing and laundry Return to table of contents  
Location of main water shut-off valve: Left side of garage wall
Water service: Public
Supply pipe material: CPVC
Vent pipe material: Plastic
Drain pipe material: Plastic
Waste pipe material: Plastic
20) The washer and dryer was disconnected at the time of the inspection and was un able to check there operation.
 
Interior rooms Return to table of contents  
21) Sink in the hall bath has low water pressure.
22) Shower head in the master bath is clogged.

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23) Screen(s) missing in one or more windows. Window(s) may not provide ventilation during months when insects are active. Recommend installing screens.
24) The toilet is running and the flapper is not working properly and needs replaced. The toilet handle also is rusted and needs replaced.

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25) The toilet seat is broken in the master bathroom.

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26) Screen(s) repaired in one or more areas on the screen porch.

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27) Minor cracks found in walls. These are only a cosmetic concern. No action is recommended.
28) There are some small cracks in the ceiling.

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29) The stove handle is bent.
 

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Kitchen

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Living Room

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Bedroom
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.