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KD Home Inspections LLC

4009 chase court  
Decatur GA 30034
Inspector: Kent George

Property Inspection Report

Client(s):  Mr Joseph
Property address:  4499 Garmon Rd
Atlanta, Ga 30327
Inspection date:  Monday, February 10, 2020

This report published on Monday, February 17, 2020 11:30:17 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 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 typeMaintainRecommend ongoing maintenance
Concern typeEvaluateRecommend evaluation by a specialist
Concern typeMonitorRecommend monitoring in the future
Concern typeCommentFor your information

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Table of Contents

General Information
Grounds
Exterior and Foundation
Basement
Roof
Attic and Roof Structure
Garage or Carport
Electric
Plumbing / Fuel Systems
Water Heater
Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition (HVAC)
Fireplaces, Stoves, Chimneys and Flues
Kitchen
Bathrooms, Laundry and Sinks
Interior, Doors and Windows
Wood Destroying Organism Findings

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General Information
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Report number: Joseph21020
Time started: 11:30am
Time finished: 4:30pm
Present during inspection: Realtor
Client present for discussion at end of inspection: No
Weather conditions during inspection: Rain
Temperature during inspection: Cold
Inspection fee: 2000
Payment method: Invoiced
Type of building: Single family
Buildings inspected: One house
Number of residential units inspected: 1
Age of main building: 30 years built 1990
Source for main building age: Municipal records or property listing
Front of building faces: North
Main entrance faces: North
Occupied: Furniture or stored items were present
Site profile: Level
Condition of driveway: Appeared serviceable
Driveway material: Asphalt
Condition of sidewalks and/or patios: Appeared serviceable
Sidewalk material: Paving stones
Condition of deck, patio and/or porch covers: Appeared serviceable, Required repairs, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Deck, patio, porch cover material and type: Open
Condition of decks, porches and/or balconies: Appeared serviceable
Deck, porch and/or balcony material: Stone
Condition of stairs, handrails and guardrails: Appeared serviceable, Required repairs, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Exterior stair material: Concrete
1) Minor deterioration (e.g. cracks, holes, settlement, heaving) was found in the driveway, but no trip hazards were found. The client may wish to have repairs made for cosmetic reasons.
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2) Minor deterioration (e.g. cracks, holes, settlement, heaving) was found in sidewalks or patios, but no trip hazards were found. The client may wish to have repairs made for cosmetic reasons.
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3)  There were a few cracks throughout but nothing alarming
Exterior and Foundation
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Wall inspection method: Viewed from ground
Condition of wall exterior covering: Appeared serviceable
Apparent wall structure: Wood frame
Wall covering: Stucco
Condition of foundation and footings: Appeared serviceable
Apparent foundation type: Finished basement
Footing material (under foundation stem wall): Stone
4) Some sections of siding and/or trim were split and/or warped. Recommend that a qualified person repair, replace or install siding or trim as necessary.
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Condition of exterior entry doors: Appeared serviceable
Exterior door material: Wood
Condition of floor substructure above: Appeared serviceable
Pier or support post material: Wood
Beam material: Solid wood
Floor structure above: Solid wood joists
Condition of insulation underneath floor above: Appeared serviceable
Insulation material underneath floor above: Fiberglass roll or batt
5) Evidence of prior water intrusion was found in one or more sections of the basement. For example, water stains or rust at support post bases, efflorescence on the foundation, etc. Accumulated water is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms and should not be present in the basement. Recommend reviewing any disclosure statements available and ask the property owner about past accumulation of water in the basement. The basement should be monitored in the future for accumulated water, especially after heavy and/or prolonged periods of rain. If water is found to accumulate, then recommend that a qualified contractor who specializes in drainage issues evaluate and repair as necessary. Typical repairs for preventing water from accumulating in basements include:
  • Repairing, installing or improving rain run-off systems (gutters, downspouts and extensions or drain lines)
  • Improving perimeter grading
  • Repairing, installing or improving underground footing and/or curtain drains
Ideally, water should not enter basements, but if water must be controlled after it enters the basement, then typical repairs include installing a sump pump.
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6)  Evidence of water damage throughout home. Mainly the basement
Roof inspection method:
Condition of roof surface material: Appeared serviceable
Roof surface material: Wood shakes or shingles
Roof type: Gable
Apparent number of layers of roof surface material: One
Condition of exposed flashings: Appeared serviceable
Condition of gutters, downspouts and extensions: Appeared serviceable
Attic and Roof Structure
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Attic inspection method: Viewed from hatch(es)
Condition of roof structure: Appeared serviceable
Roof structure type: Trusses, Rafters
Ceiling structure: Trusses
Roof ventilation type: Gable end vents
7)  Did not access the attic
Garage or Carport
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Limitations: The inspector cannot reasonably determine the integrity of all elements of limited fire resistance at residential construction or verify firewall ratings at multi unit construction. Requirements for ventilation in garages vary between municipalities.
Type: Attached
Condition of door between garage and house: Appeared serviceable
Type of door between garage and house: Wood
Condition of garage vehicle door(s): Not determined (inaccessible or obscured)
Type of garage vehicle door: Sectional
Number of vehicle doors: 4
Condition of automatic opener(s): Not determined (not plugged in, no power, etc.)
Mechanical auto-reverse operable (reverses when meeting reasonable resistance during closing): Not determined
8)  Access to the barge was locked by deadbolt locks
Electric service condition: Appeared serviceable
Primary service type: Underground
Service voltage (volts): 120-240
Estimated service amperage: 125
Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers, Fuses
Service entrance conductor material: Stranded aluminum, Stranded copper
Main disconnect rating (amps): 125
System ground: Ground rod(s) in soil
Condition of main service panel: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sub-panel(s): Appeared serviceable
Location of main service panel #A: Utility room
Location of main service panel #B: Utility room
Location of main disconnect: Not determined (inaccessible or obscured, or not readily apparent)
Condition of branch circuit wiring: Serviceable
Branch circuit wiring type: armor clad (AC), metal clad (MC) or flexible metal conduit (FMC)
Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection present: Yes
Arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) protection present: Yes
Smoke alarms installed: Yes, but not tested
Carbon monoxide alarms installed: Yes, but not tested
Plumbing / Fuel Systems
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Condition of service and main line: Appeared serviceable
Water service: Public
Water pressure (psi): N/A
Location of main water shut-off: Basement
Condition of supply lines: Appeared serviceable
Supply pipe material: Copper, PEX plastic, CPVC plastic
Condition of drain pipes: Appeared serviceable
Drain pipe material: Plastic, Galvanized steel, Copper
Condition of waste lines: Appeared serviceable
Waste pipe material: Plastic, Galvanized steel
Vent pipe condition: Appeared serviceable
Vent pipe material: Plastic, Galvanized steel
Sump pump installed: Yes
Condition of sump pump: Appeared serviceable
Sewage ejector pump installed: Yes
Condition of sewage ejector pump: Appeared serviceable
Type of irrigation system supply source: Public
Condition of fuel system: Appeared serviceable
Visible fuel storage systems: in basement
Location of main fuel shut-off valve: At gas meter, At building exterior
9) This home was winterized. Typically this means the following:
  • The water supply has been turned off at the meter or main shut-off valve
  • The water supply to fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs and showers have been turned off at local shut-off valves
  • Sink drain traps and toilet bowls have been filled with anti-freeze
  • The water and power or fuel supplies to the water heater have been turned off
"De-winterizing" a home is not part of a home inspection. The inspector does not operate shut-off valves, meter valves, circuit breakers, or light pilot lights. This significantly limits the ability of the inspector to evaluate various systems and components such as plumbing fixtures, supply/drain/waste/vent lines and the water heater. They are excluded from this inspection. Recommend when the home has been completely de-winterized that a qualified person fully evaluate them.
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Water Heater
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Condition of water heater: Appeared serviceable
Type: Tank
Energy source: Natural gas
Estimated age: Built may 2019
Capacity (in gallons): 50
Temperature-pressure relief valve installed: Yes
Location of water heater: Basement
Hot water temperature tested: Yes
Condition of burners: Appeared serviceable
Condition of venting system: Appeared serviceable
Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition (HVAC)
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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).
General heating system type(s): Furnace
General heating distribution type(s): Ducts and registers
Condition of forced air heating/(cooling) system: Appeared serviceable
Forced air heating system fuel type: Electric
Location of forced air furnace: Basement
Condition of furnace filters: Appeared serviceable
Location for forced air filter(s): At end of air handler
Condition of forced air ducts and registers: Appeared serviceable
Condition of hydronic or steam heat system: Appeared serviceable
Type of hydronic or steam heat: Hydronic (hot water)
Hydronic or steam heat fuel type: Natural gas
Condition of burners: Appeared serviceable
Type of combustion air supply: Intake duct, Vent(s) to exterior
Condition of venting system: Appeared serviceable
Condition of cooling system and/or heat pump: Appeared serviceable
Cooling system and/or heat pump fuel type: Electric
Location of heat pump or air conditioning unit: Building exterior
Type: Split system
Condition of controls: Appeared serviceable
Fireplaces, Stoves, Chimneys and Flues
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Condition of wood-burning fireplaces, stoves: Appeared serviceable
Wood-burning fireplace type: Masonry
Condition of gas-fired fireplaces or stoves: Appeared serviceable
Gas fireplace or stove type: Metal pre-fab fireplace, Freestanding stove
Condition of chimneys and flues: Appeared serviceable
Wood-burning chimney type: Masonry, Concrete
Gas-fired flue type: Direct vent
Condition of counters: Appeared serviceable
Condition of cabinets: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sinks and related plumbing: Not determined (water supply off, obscured by stored items, etc.)
Condition of under-sink food disposal: Not determined
Condition of dishwasher: Not determined
Condition of ranges, cooktops and/or ovens: Appeared serviceable
Range, cooktop, oven type: Natural gas
Type of ventilation: Hood or built into microwave over range or cooktop
Condition of refrigerator: Appeared serviceable
Condition of built-in microwave oven: Appeared serviceable
10)  Water was turned off so I could not determine retain things in the kitchen
Bathrooms, Laundry and Sinks
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Location #A: Full bath
Location #B: Full bath
Location #C: Full bath
Location #D: Full bath
Location #E: Full bath
Location #F: Full bath
Condition of counters: Appeared serviceable
Condition of cabinets: Appeared serviceable
Condition of flooring: Appeared serviceable
Condition of sinks and related plumbing: Appeared serviceable
Condition of toilets: Not determined (water supply off, obscured by stored items, etc.)
Condition of bathtubs and related plumbing: Not determined (water supply off, obscured by stored items, etc.)
Condition of shower(s) and related plumbing: Not determined (water supply off, obscured by stored items, etc.)
Condition of ventilation systems: Appeared serviceable
Bathroom and laundry ventilation type: Windows, Central exhaust fan
Gas supply for laundry equipment present: Yes
240 volt receptacle for laundry equipment present: Yes
11)  Water was turned off so some things were inaccessible for me to check
Interior, Doors and Windows
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Condition of exterior entry doors: Appeared serviceable
Exterior door material: Wood
Condition of interior doors: Appeared serviceable
Condition of windows and skylights: Appeared serviceable
Type(s) of windows: Multi-pane, Single-pane
Condition of walls and ceilings: Appeared serviceable
Wall type or covering: Drywall
Ceiling type or covering: Drywall
Condition of flooring: Appeared serviceable
Flooring type or covering: Carpet, Vinyl, linoleum or marmoleum, Wood or wood products, Tile
Condition of stairs, handrails and guardrails: Appeared serviceable
12) No window screens were installed. Windows may not provide ventilation during months when insects are active.
13) Screens were missing from some windows. These windows may not provide ventilation during months when insects are active.
14)  Windows in weight room upstairs have no landing or screens
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Wood Destroying Organism Findings
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Visible evidence of active wood-destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of active wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of past wood-destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of past wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of damage by wood-destroying insects: No
Visible evidence of damage by wood decay fungi: No
Visible evidence of conditions conducive to wood-destroying organisms: No
15) Evidence of infestation of unspecified wood-destroying insects was found at location(s) # in the form of with . Recommend the following:
  • Correct any conducive conditions for wood-destroying organisms mentioned in this report.
  • Consult with the property owner about any history of infestation.
  • Have a state-licensed pest control operator evaluate further and treat as necessary.
16)  Insects found along with traps to kill insects
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