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Home Inspections Of Mid-Florida LLC

5001 41st S 
St. Petersburg Fl. 33711
Inspector: Bert Dooley
HI7814

Property Inspection Report

Client(s):  New Construction
Property address:  Orlando, FL 32827
Inspection date:  Tuesday, May 21, 2019

This report published on Sunday, October 27, 2019 1:31:47 PM 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:
Concern typeRepair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing
Concern typeRepair/MaintainRecommend repair and/or maintenance
Concern typeCommentFor your information

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Table of Contents

General Information
Foundation and Grounds
Floor System
Wall System
Decks, Porches and Exterior Stairs
Roof System
Roof Covering
HVAC System and Mechanical
Plumbing

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General Information
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Report number: 19118
Time started: 12:00
Present during inspection: Client
Client present for discussion at end of inspection: Yes
Weather conditions during inspection: Dry (no rain)
Temperature during inspection: Warm
Ground condition: Dry
Recent weather: Dry (no rain)
Overnight temperature: Warm
Inspection fee: 300.00
Payment method: Credit card
Type of building: Single family residence
IMPORTANT NOTE: If repairs are recommended in this report, they should be performed by a qualified, licensed contractor. Repairs should be made in accordance with national and local building codes, the designer's specifications, and per the installation instructions of the manufacturer of the building materials or components. Some municipalities have requirements that exceed national requirements, such as those in areas prone to high winds, floods, snow or earthquakes. It is the inspector's responsibility to understand these requirements and recommend (or not recommend) specific repairs based on the property's location.

Comments in this report may cite specific codes. Click the links below for reference:

2009 International Residential Codes for One and Two Family Dwellings
2012 International Residential Codes for One and Two Family Dwellings
National Fire Protection Association
Foundation and Grounds
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Limitations: The inspector performs a visual inspection of accessible components or systems at the foundation and crawl space. Below-grade foundation walls and footings are excluded from this inspection. Some amount of cracking is normal in foundation walls and concrete slabs due to shrinkage and drying. Note that the inspector does not determine the adequacy of seismic reinforcement.

The inspector does not guarantee or warrant that water will not accumulate in the crawl spaces in the future. Complete access to all crawl space areas during all seasons and during prolonged periods of all types of weather conditions (e.g. heavy rain, melting snow) would be needed to do so. Crawl space areas should be checked at least annually for water intrusion, plumbing leaks and pest activity.

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Footing material (under foundation stem wall): Poured in place concrete
Foundation type: Concrete slab on grade
Foundation/stem wall material: Concrete block
1) Looks like some type of trash push into corner of rear door.
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2)  Exterior
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Floor System
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Limitations: Structural components such as joists and beams, and other components such as piping, wiring and/or ducting that are obscured by insulation or lack of access are excluded from this inspection. The inspector does not determine if support posts, columns, beams, joists, studs, trusses, etc. are of adequate size, spanning or spacing.

For information on floor construction, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?FRMFLOOR
For information on under-floor insulation, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?INSFLOOR
Pier or support post material: Wood
Beam material: Engineered
Floor structure above: Trusses, Engineered
Sub-floor sheathing: Oriented strand board (OSB)
3)  Flooring
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Wall System
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Limitations: Structural components such as studs and support posts, and other components such as piping, wiring and/or ducting that are obscured by wall insulation are excluded from this inspection. The inspector does not determine if studs, support posts, sill plates, bottom plates, top, etc. are of adequate size, spanning or spacing.

For information on wall construction, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?FRMWALL
For information on wall insulation, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?INSWALL
Vertical wall structure: Wood, Concrete block
Wall bracing type: Panel sheathing
4) What appeared to be load bearing interior walls had no strapping. Recommend asking builder about strapping at these points and if not needed is it because it is not a load bearing wall? Wall at entry way on left wall in rear of main house on right what looks to be a bedroom off kitchen and under stairwell.
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5) 1x4 over windows in from room in two areas did not appear to be pressure treated lumber. Recommend asking builder. One of the board is not secure to wall and needs repair even if it is pressure treated. Many builders also use 1x6 over windows for more nailing area for hanging window treatments
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6)  One or more window did not have efficient foam insulation applied.
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7)  Interior Walls
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Decks, Porches and Exterior Stairs
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Deck, porch and/or balcony material: Concrete
8)  Porch/Breezeway
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Roof System
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Limitations: Structural components such as rafters, joists and trusses, and other components such as piping, wiring and/or ducting that are obscured by insulation or lack of access are excluded from this inspection. The inspector does not determine if rafters, joists, purlins, collar ties, rafter ties, trusses, etc. are of adequate size, spanning or spacing. The inspector does not determine the adequacy of the attic ventilation system. Complete access to all roof and attic spaces during all seasons and during prolonged periods of all types of weather conditions (e.g. high/low temperatures, high/low humidity, high wind and rain, melting snow) would be needed to do so.

For more information, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?FRMROOF
Roof structure type: Trusses
Ceiling structure: Trusses
Roof sheathing material: Oriented strand board (OSB)
Roof ventilation type: Ridge vent(s), Enclosed soffit vents
9)  Trusses
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Roof Covering
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Limitations: Some items were not visible or readily accessible such waterproof or ice dam membranes and are excluded from this inspection. Solar heating/roofing components are also excluded. Any comments made regarding these items are made as a courtesy only. Regarding roof leaks, only active leaks, visible evidence of possible sources of leaks, and evidence of past leaks observed during the inspection are reported on as part of this inspection. The inspector does not guarantee or warrant that leaks will not occur in the future. Complete access to all roof and attic spaces during all seasons and during prolonged periods of all types of weather conditions (e.g. high wind and rain, melting snow) would be needed to do so. Regarding the roof drainage system, unless the inspection was conducted during and after prolonged periods of heavy rain, the inspector was unable to determine if gutters, downspouts and extensions performed adequately or were leak-free.

For more information, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?ROOF
Roof inspection method: Partially traversed
Roof surface material: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles
10) Debris left on roof.
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HVAC System and Mechanical
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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: humidifiers, dehumidifiers, electronic air filters; solar, coal or wood-fired heat systems; thermostat or temperature control accuracy and timed functions; heating components concealed within the building structure or in inaccessible areas; underground utilities and systems; safety devices and controls (due to automatic operation). Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not provide an estimate of remaining life on heating or cooling system components, does not determine if heating or cooling systems are appropriately sized, does not test coolant pressure, or perform any evaluations that require a pilot light to be lit, a shut-off valve to be operated, a circuit breaker to be turned "on" or a serviceman's or oil emergency switch to be operated. It is beyond the scope of this inspection to determine if furnace heat exchangers are intact and free of leaks. Condensation pans and drain lines may clog or leak at any time and should be monitored while in operation in the future. Where buildings contain furnishings or stored items, the inspector may not be able to verify that a heat source is present in all "liveable" rooms (e.g. bedrooms, kitchens and living/dining rooms).
Heating system #1 type: Heat pump
Heating system #1 energy source: Electric
Heating system #1 distribution type: Ducts and registers
11) One or more heating or cooling ducts were kinked. This can result in reduced energy efficiency. Repairs should be made as necessary.

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12)  Ducts
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Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: private/shared wells and related equipment; private sewage disposal systems; hot tubs or spas; main, side and lateral sewer lines; gray water systems; pressure boosting systems; trap primers; incinerating or composting toilets; fire suppression systems; water softeners, conditioners or filtering systems; plumbing components concealed within the foundation or building structure, or in inaccessible areas such as below tubs; underground utilities and systems; overflow drains for tubs and sinks; backflow prevention devices. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not operate water supply or shut-off valves due to the possibility of valves leaking or breaking when operated. The inspector does not test for lead in the water supply, the water pipes or solder, does not determine if plumbing and fuel lines are adequately sized, and does not determine the existence or condition of underground or above-ground fuel tanks.
Service pipe material: Plastic
Interior supply pipe material: CPVC plastic
Interior drain, waste and vent pipe material: Plastic
13)  Rough Plumbing
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