| Property Inspection Report | |
| Client(s): | Danny Craddock |
| Property address: | 5485 Walter Whipple Rd. Union City Tn. 38260 |
| Inspection date: | 9/16/2011 |
[This report is solely for the benefit of the Client. Any person or party designated by the Client to receive information in this report shall be subject to the Terms and Conditions contained herein. Such designation shall be provided in writing to the inspector.
 | 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 |
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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| General Information | Return to table of contents |
Structures built prior to 1980 may contain lead-based paint and/or asbestos in various building materials such as insulation, siding, and/or floor and ceiling tiles. Both lead and asbestos are known health hazards. Evaluating for the presence of lead and/or asbestos is not included in this inspection. The client should consult with specialists as necessary, such as industrial hygienists, professional labs and/or abatement contractors for this type of evaluation. For information on lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials in homes, visit:| Grounds | Return to table of contents |
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.
Minor cracks, settlement, heaving and/or deterioration 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, but the client may wish to have repairs made or have cracked sections replaced for aesthetic reasons.
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| Exterior / Foundation | Return to table of contents |
Some sections of siding and/or trim were missing, damaged. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, replace or install siding or trim as necessary.
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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.
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The crawl space access hatch fit poorly. A qualified person should repair, replace or install as necessary to prevent water and vermin intrusion.
One or more minor cracks (1/8 inch or less) were found in the foundation. These don't appear to be a structural concern, but recommend sealing them to prevent water infiltration and monitoring them in the future. Numerous products exist to seal such cracks including hydraulic cement, resilient caulks and epoxy sealants.
Shurbs should be trimmed back as to not make contact with siding
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Many sections of the floor substructure were not fully evaluated due lack of access from limited height, ducts or pipes, debris.
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Many crawl space sections were not evaluated due to lack of access because ducts or pipes were blocking.
Several floor joist have been scabbed over with new material
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| Roof / Attic | Return to table of contents |
Some shingles were damaged or deteriorated, were missing or loose. Leaks may occur as a result. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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Extensions such as splash blocks or drain pipes for one or more downspouts were missing. Water may accumulate around the building foundation as a result. A qualified person should repair, replace or install as necessary
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Sunlight can be seen coming thru crack on outside wall in attic
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One or more roof surface sections were designed so as to be much more likely to accumulate debris and/or snow. For example, where a steeper slope meets a shallow slope. Leaks may occur as a result. The client should monitor such areas for accumulated debris in the future and clean as necessary.
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Trees were overhanging roof and were within 10 feet of roof vertically. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying organisms since organic debris such as leaves or needles are more likely to accumulate on the roof surface. Accumulated debris may cause water to enter gaps in the roof surface and leak into attic and/or interior spaces. Trees should be pruned so they are at least 10 feet above roof, or don't overhang the roof.
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| Electric | Return to table of contents |
One or more wires inside panel #B were loose, and not terminated. This poses a safety hazard for shock and/or fire. A qualified person should terminate such wires as per standard building practices. For example, by trimming wires to length and installing wire nuts.
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Non-metallic sheathed wiring was routed in one or more areas so it was subject to damage, such as on wall or ceiling surfaces. The insulation can be damaged by objects coming in contact with it and/or it being repeatedly moved. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary. For example, rewire using conduit, or re-routing through wall cavities.
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Few electric receptacles and two-pronged receptacles rather than three-pronged, grounded receptacles were installed in one or more areas. This can result in "octopus" wiring with extension cords. Two-prong receptacles are considered unsafe by today's standards, and limit the ability to use appliances that require a ground in these rooms. This is a safety hazard for both fire and shock. Examples of appliances that require grounded receptacles include:
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Some receptacle cover plates were missing . They are intended to contain fire and prevent electric shock from exposed wires. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of fire and shock. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
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One or more electric receptacles appeared to have no power. Recommend asking the property owner 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. This is pertaining to the out side receptacles.
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| Plumbing / Fuel Systems | Return to table of contents |
One or more outside faucets were missing backflow prevention devices. 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 building. If a chemical sprayer is being used with the hose, those chemicals can enter the water supply pipes. Recommend installing backflow prevention devices on all exterior hose bibs where missing. They are available at most home improvement stores and are easily installed.
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Copper water supply pipes in buildings built prior to 1986 may be joined with solder that contains lead. Lead is a known health hazard, especially for children. Laws were passed in 1985 prohibiting the use of lead in solder, but prior to that solder normally contained about 50 percent lead. The client should be aware of this, especially if children will be living in this structure. Evaluating for the presence of lead in this structure is not included in this inspection. The client should consider having a qualified lab test for lead, and if necessary take steps to reduce or remove lead from the water supply. Various solutions such as these may be advised:
Stains were found in one or more sections of drain lines, but no active leaks were found in these areas. This may indicate that past leaks have occurred. Recommend consulting with the property owner about this, and either monitoring these areas in the future for leaks or having a qualified plumber evaluate and repair as necessary.
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The water meter box was damaged. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
The water service was not turned on during the inspection. As a result, plumbing supply, drain and waste lines, fixtures, and some appliances such as water heaters weren't fully evaluated. Recommend that a full evaluation of the plumbing system be made after the water supply is turned back on.
| Water Heater | Return to table of contents |
The water heater did not have seismic straps or struts installed. This is a potential safety hazard. Leaks may also occur in water supply pipes. A qualified person should install seismic straps or struts as necessary and as per standard building practices.
Water stains were found below the water heater. This may be a sign that the water heater is failing. A qualified plumbing contractor should evaluate and replace or repair the water heater if necessary.
Corrosion was found at the water heater casing. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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| Cooling / Heat Pump | Return to table of contents |
Some of the insulation on distribution ducts in the crawl space was damaged, loose. A qualified person should evaluate and replace or repair as necessary for better energy efficiency.
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Significant gaps were found at some air duct junctions. When in supply air duct junctions, this can result in lowered energy efficiency, or increased moisture in unconditioned spaces if leaks exist in crawl spaces or attics. When in return air duct junctions, this can result in unfiltered air entering the supply, or air from undesirable locations such as crawl spaces or attached garages depending on the location of the leak(s). A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary. For example, by installing:
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One or more hangers or straps supporting duct work were broken. Permanent repairs should be made by a qualified contractor so ducts are adequately supported.
One or more air supply registers were loose or installed in a substandard way. Repairs should be made as necessary so registers are securely attached, flush with the surface they are installed on, and otherwise correctly installed.
One or more air filters were dirty. A qualified person should replace filter(s) as necessary. Filters should be checked monthly and maintained as necessary in the future.
| Fireplaces / Stoves / Chimneys | Return to table of contents |
No spark screen or rain cap was installed for the chimney flue at location #A. Spark screens prevent the following:
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The damper at location #A was missing. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The masonry chimney at location #A showed moderate evidence of deterioration, including cracked . A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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The masonry chimney crown at location #A was deteriorated. The crown is meant to keep water off of the chimney structure. The chimney can be damaged by wet masonry going through freeze-thaw cycles. A properly constructed chimney crown should:
All solid fuel burning appliances (woodstoves and fireplaces, etc.) should be inspected annually by a qualified chimney service contractor, cleaned and repaired as necessary.
| Kitchen | Return to table of contents |
| Bathrooms / Laundry / Sinks | Return to table of contents |
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| Interior Rooms / Areas | Return to table of contents |
Handrails at one or more flights of stairs were loose. This is a safety hazard. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary and as per standard building practices.
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Some windows that were built to open wouldn't open, were difficult to open and close. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary.
Stains and elevated levels of moisture were found in one or more ceiling areas. The stain(s) appear to be due to A.C. leaks. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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Floors in one or more areas were not level. Significant repairs may be needed to make floors level, such as repairs to the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.
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The weatherstrip around one or more exterior doors was deteriorated. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.
Carpeting and linolum in some areas was stained. A qualified contractor should replace as necessary
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The glazing putty, caulk at some windows was missing, deteriorated. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary. For more information, visit:
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Step in bedroom loose
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Minor cracks and/or holes were found in walls in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons.
Minor cracks and/or holes were found in ceilings in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons.
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Opening between living room and kitchen not plumb. This is in the older part of house
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Stains were found in one or more ceiling areas. However, no elevated levels of moisture were found. The stain(s) may be due to past roof and/or plumbing leaks. Recommend asking the property owner about this, and monitoring the stained area(s) in the future, especially after heavy or prolonged rain. If elevated moisture is found in the future, a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
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Past water intrusion was noted at floor in bedroom closet. Could not determine source
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