| Sample 200700302 WSDA # ICN-0000OR000 | |
| Client(s): | Small Investment for Future Security |
| Property address: | 100 Dream St., Paridise, USA |
| Inspection date: | Wednesday February 30, 2005 |
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 | Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
 | 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 |
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.) |
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General information
Exterior
Roof
Electric service
Water heater
Heating and cooling
Plumbing and laundry
Crawl space
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Interior rooms
The electric receptacle in the carport area appears to have no power. The waterproof cover is also missing. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. The cover should be replaced.
One or more outside faucets are missing backflow prevention devices[/url]. These devices reduce the likelihood of polluted or contaminated water entering the potable water supply. This condition can occur when an outside faucet is left in the "on" position with a hose connected and the sprayer head turned off. When pressure in the system fluctuates, water can be drawn back into the water supply pipes from the house. If a chemical sprayer is being used with the hose, those chemicals can enter the water supply pipes.
One or more hornet, bee and/or wasp nests were found. These can pose a safety hazard. Nest(s) should be removed as necessary.
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The trim located on the lower edge of the siding is deteriorating. The paint has deteriorated and has allowed the composite material to absorb moisture. This is a conductive condition for WDO's. 
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Bottom Trim
Fascia boards are deteriorated in one or more areas. The Fascia is made from a composite material. The paint has deteriorated and has allowed the Fascia to absorb moisture. This is a conductive condition for WDO's.
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Fascia board edge
Fences and/or gates are damaged and/or deteriorated in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs or replace sections as necessary.
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Border Fence
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Border Fence
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Border Fence
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Border Fence
The Soffit is damaged on the west side of the house near the sliding door. 
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Damage to soffit
There are no gutters or downspouts installed on this house. This is consistent with many of the homes in the area. The lack of gutters and downspouts could result in water accumulating around the structure's foundation and crawl spaces. 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.
The crawl space access cover is not secure. Animals such as vermin or pets may enter the crawl space and nest, die and/or leave feces and urine.
Soil is in contact with plywood skirting. The wood skirting is deteriorated in some areas. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects and organisms. The wood skirting is lined with heavy plastic on the inside toward the crawl space. The inspector was not able to properly evaluate the condition of the skirting without damaging the lining. 
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Caulk is missing or deteriorated in some areas and should be replaced and/or applied where necessary. For more information on caulking, visit The Ins and Outs of Caulking.
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.
Minor cracks 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.
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Minor cracks were found in one or more sidewalk or patio sections. However they don't appear to be a structural concern and no trip hazards were found. No immediate action is recommended.
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Patio
One or more roof vents have sealant that is deteriorating.
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Roof
Industry standards rate asphalt or fiberglass composition roof surfaces at 20 years. The roof surface material appears to be in good condition at this time. 
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Roof
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Roof
The estimated useful 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.
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Water heater
No water supply shut-off valve is visible for the water heater. A shut-off valve allows the supply to the water heater to be turned off when the water heater needs repair or replacement, while allowing the remainder of the plumbing system to be operable (toilets, sinks, etc.). Recommend having a qualified, licensed plumbing contractor determine if a water supply shut-off valve exists, and install one if it is missing.
The temperature-pressure relief valve drain line is routed so as to empty into the crawl space. Water may accumulate in the crawl space if the valve develops a leak. A qualified plumber should re-route the drain line so as to drain outside.
Dirt and/or dust are visible in one or more sections of supply and/or return air ducts. This can be a health hazard, especially for those with allergies or respiratory problems. The Environmental Protection Association (EPA) recommends considering having ducts professionally cleaned when "ducts are clogged with excessive amounts of dust and debris and/or particles are actually released into the home from your supply registers". At a minimum, the visible debris should be thoroughly cleaned. Recommend having a qualified contractor clean the ducts. For more information on duct cleaning in relation to indoor air quality, visit: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/airduct.html
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Return air vent
Insulation on one or more heating/cooling ducts in unconditioned spaces is damaged and/or deteriorated. The duct running from the furnace side of the double wide manufactured home to the adjoining side is damaged. The damage appears to be effecting the airflow at the registers. A qualified contractor should evaluate and replace insulation and/or ducts as necessary and as per standard building practices.
The air handler's filter(s) are loose or not securely installed. As a result, unfiltered air will flow through the system. The heating/cooling equipment service life and the indoor air quality may be reduced. A qualified contractor should make repairs as necessary, such as repairing or installing guides or retaining devices so filter(s) are securely installed with minimal gaps at edges.
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.
Air handler filter(s) are dirty and should be replaced now. They should be checked monthly in the future and replaced as necessary.
The estimated useful life for most forced air furnaces is 15 to 20 years. This furnace appears to be approaching this age and may need replacing at any time. Recommend having the system serviced and evaluated by a qualified heating and cooling contractor.
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 having a qualified heating and cooling contractor service and evaluate.
The outdoor air temperature was below 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the inspection. Because of this, the inspector was unable to operate and fully evaluate the cooling system.
Plumbing supply lines appear to be made of Polybutylene. Polybutylene is a plastic material used extensively during the 1980s and 1990s that has proven to be more prone to leakage than other types of supply piping systems like copper. Recommend reviewing any disclosure statements if available for comments on leaks in the water supply system.
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Laundry
Some wiring is loose, unsupported, or inadequately supported. Standard building practices require non-metallic sheathed wiring to be trimmed to length, attached to runners or to solid backing with fasteners at intervals of 4-1/2 ft. or less. Fasteners should be installed within 12 inches of all enclosures. A qualified, licensed electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary. For example, trim wire to length and/or install staples as needed.
Evidence of prior water intrusion was found in one or more sections of the crawl space. For example, sediment stains on the vapor barrier or foundation, and/or efflorescent on the foundation. 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. A qualified contractor should make repairs as necessary to restore the insulation to its original rating.
Some crawl space areas were inaccessible due to low height (less than 18 inches), ductwork or pipes blocking, standing water, and/or stored items. These areas are excluded from this inspection.
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.
The dishwasher's door seal is damaged, deteriorated, misaligned or otherwise does not seal well. A qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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Leak dishwasher
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Kitchen
One or more stove top burners are inoperable. A qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The refrigerator and/or freezer door handle(s) are loose and/or missing. Repairs should be made as necessary, and by a qualified appliance technician if necessary, such as tightening or replacing handles.
The range hood exhaust system filter needs cleaned or be replaced as necessary.
The under-sink food disposal is significantly corroded and/or appears to be near or at the end of its service life. Recommend having a qualified contractor or plumber replace the under-sink food disposal.
The oven light is inoperable. Recommend replacing bulb or having repairs made if necessary by a qualified appliance technician.
One or more kitchen appliances appear to be near, at, or beyond their intended service life of 10 to 15 years. Recommend budgeting for replacements as necessary.
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.
Master Bath exhaust fan is inoperable or provides inadequate air flow. Moisture may accumulate as a result. A qualified contractor should evaluate and replace the fan or make repairs as necessary.
Main Bath exhaust fan is noisy or vibrates excessively. A qualified contractor should evaluate and replace the fan(s) or make repairs as necessary.
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Master Bath
The bathtub faucet assembly is not secured to the wall structure in the Master Bath, The tub surround is partially detatched. Recommend having a qualified contractor make needed repairs.
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Master Bath
The drain lever assembly is detached from the Main Bath tub. Recommend a qualified plumber attach the lever.
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Main Bath
One or more sink stopper mechanisms are missing, or need adjustment or repair. Stopper mechanisms should be installed where missing and/or repairs should be made so sink stoppers open and close easily.
Shower heads missing in both the Master and Main Bath.
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Main Bath
The main bath has a hole in the wall near the toilet.
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Main Bath
Caulk is missing or deteriorated along the base of one or more bathtubs, where flooring meets the tub. It should be replaced where deteriorated and/or applied where missing to prevent water intrusion and damage to the floor structure.
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Main Bath
Caulk is missing or deteriorated above one or more bathtubs, where the tub surround meets the tub. It should be replaced where deteriorated and/or applied where missing to prevent water intrusion and damage to the wall structure.
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Master Bath
Based on the age of this structure and the appearance of existing smoke alarms, the alarms may be older than 10 years old. According to National Fire Protection Association, aging smoke alarms don't operate as efficiently and often are the source for nuisance alarms. Older smoke alarms are estimated to have a 30% probability of failure within the first 10 years. Newer smoke alarms do better, but should be replaced after 10 years. Unless you know that the smoke alarms are new, replacing them when moving into a new residence is also recommended by NFPA. For more information, visit this article: NFPA urges replacing home smoke alarms after 10 years.
An insufficient number of smoke alarms are installed. Additional smoke alarms should be installed as necessary so a functioning one exists in each hallway leading to bedrooms, and in each bedroom. For more information, visit http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/5077.html
One or more air supply registers has a weak air flow, or no apparent flow, and may result in an inadequate air supply for heating/cooling. Recommend asking the property owner(s) about this. Adjustable damper(s) in ducts may exist and be reducing the flow. If dampers exist, then they should be opened to attempt to improve the air flow. If the property owner(s) are unaware of such dampers, or if adjusting dampers does not improve the air flow, then a qualified heating/cooling contractor should evaluate and repair or make modifications as necessary.
One or more electric receptacles appear to have no power. Recommend asking the property owner(s) about this. Switches may need to be operated to make some receptacles energized. If necessary, a qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.
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Living Room outlet
Seals between double-pane glass in one or more windows appear to have failed based on condensation or stains between the panes of glass. A qualified contractor should evaluate and replace glass where necessary.
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Living Room window
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.
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North side Screens missing
The main entrance deadbolt mechanism is inoperable. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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Front Door Deadbolt
Screen(s) in one or more windows are torn or have holes in them. Screens should be replaced where necessary.
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Screen Kitchen Window
Fixtures such as door stops, towel bars and/or toilet paper holders are missing in one or more areas. Recommend having a qualified contractor install fixtures 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.
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Back of house
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South side