This report published on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 8:40:51 AM PDT
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Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
Repair Recommended
Item was not functioning as designed or intended. Correction should be performed, and may require a professional, specialist, or other knowledgeable person.
Maintenance Reminder
Recommend routine attention and maintenance to keep item in proper working condition.
Investigate Further
Recommend additional investigation, research, or review by a specialist and/or client
Informational Comment
Report comment included for your information and consideration.
General Information
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Crawl Space
5) One heating and cooling duct was off in the crawl space and needs to be reattached. Recommend that a qualified person repair as needed.
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Roof
7) Rubber pipe flashings was split or cracked for the furnace vent. Leaks can occur as a result. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace flashings where necessary.
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Heating, Ventilation & A/C If Applicable (HVAC)
18) Furnace and A/C were functioning at time of inspection.
The inspector was unable to determine the last service date for the HVAC system. Ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If this system was serviced more than 1 year ago, for warranty purposes recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor inspect, clean, and service this system. For safety and warranty reasons, and because this system is fueled by gas, this servicing should be performed annually in the future. Any needed repairs noted in this report should be brought to the attention of the HVAC contractor when it's serviced.
The filter should be changed upon move in. How often a filter should be changed depends on environmental factors (ie pets, smoking, dust, etc) but a general rule of thumb is every 3 months. Adjust time according to observation.
The estimated useful life for most forced air furnaces is 15-20 years, A/C condensing units is 10-15 years.
20) The glass front on the gas fireplace had a hazy film. This is typically a mineral residue left from water vapor as the gas burns. It may be possible to clean this fogging by removing the glass from the fireplace and using a gas appliance ceramic glass cleaner, available through gas fireplace and stove distributors and installers. Ammonia-based products, such as common glass cleaners, should not be used since they can cause damage or etching to the glass, or make the haze permanent. It may be possible for a homeowner to remove the glass for cleaning, if the instructions for the fireplace are available and if the homeowner is experienced in such repairs. Consult with a qualified specialist for more information, or to have them do the cleaning.
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Interior, Doors and Windows
25) One window in the side bedroom had a minor blemish.
Be aware that evidence of failed seals or desiccant may be more or less visible depending on the temperature, humidity, sunlight, etc. Windows or glass-paneled doors other than those that the inspector identified may also have failed seals and need glass replaced. It is beyond the scope of this inspection to identify every window with failed seals or desiccant.
