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billabalos@ymail.com
(626) 374-1076
11151 Valley Blvd #5207 
El Monte Ca 91734
Inspector: Bill Abalos
HUD/FHA Certified #S0745

Summary

Client(s):  Ramiro Gonsalez Alvarado
Property address:  6213 Santa Fe Ave
Huntington Park CA 90255
Inspection date:  Sunday, March 15, 2020

This report published on Saturday, April 25, 2020 7:22:05 PM PDT

Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
Repair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing


Summary
1) Repair/Replace - The following items were observed and will require repair to correct an existing condition:

EXTERIOR:
1- Several roof vent screens are either missing or torn. Recommend to repair or install as needed to prevent mice or birds from entering into the attic.
2-The crawl space screen is missing on the south side of the front unit.
3- Recommend to install covers over the outside outlets at the front unit porch right side and also outside of the garage side door.
4- Recommend to patch the stucco holes where needed and also replace the cracked floor tiles at the rear porch of the front unit.

ROOF:
1-Roof metal flashing is loose at the rear side of the garage.
2-The roof is a mix of some new and older materials. Recommend to either apply 2 coats of a clear roof sealant or contact a roofer for further review.

GARAGE:
1- Recommend to cover the exposed wires inside the electrical boxes in the rear garage and also above the side door of the detached garage.
2- There was no electrical service for the garage behind the 2nd unit.

ELECTRICAL:
1-The electricity to the rear unit was off at the time of inspection. Could not test the light switches, outlets, fans, or wall heater.

PLUMBING:
1-Mice droppings were observed on the water heaters. May need to have a pest inspection performed.
2- Recommend to replace the faucets in the kitchen and bathrooms to improve the inside water pressure.

HVAC:
1-Could not test the wall heater in the rear unit as the electricity was turned off at the time of inspection. Recommend to contact the gas company to test when power is turned on within the rear unit.

FRONT UNIT:
1-Improper wiring observed in the front bedroom closet, the hallway closet, and in the 1/4 bathroom near the kitchen area. Wires should be within conduit to prevent any electrical shock.
2-The rear bedroom window is missing a screen. Additionally, the closet door is missing, and the outlet below the window is missing a cover.
3-All bedrooms are missing smoke detectors.
4-The bathroom fan exhaust wont turn on and is missing a cover. Recommend replacement for proper ventilation.
5-Recommend to re caulk around the counter top in the kitchen area as the caulking is worn out and can lead to water trailing into the back side of the cabinet.
6-The middle bedroom window is cracked and needs replacement.
7- The kitchen vent for the front unit does not properly vent to the exterior. It is currently venting into the attic. Recommend to install an elbow vent to the exterior for proper ventilation.

REAR UNIT:
1-The electricity was off at the time of inspection.
2-Exposed wiring in the rear bedroom. Recommend to remove or cover up to prevent any electrical shorts or electrical shock.
3-The rear bedroom window is missing a screen.
4-Both side of the kitchen sink are leaking from the drain and sink base connection. Recommend to replace the washers as they are worn out and seal accordingly.
5-Both bedrooms are missing smoke detectors and one in the living room area.
6-The bathroom window is painted over and cannot properly be locked.
7-Common settlement cracks observed on the ceiling in the living room area. No signs of significant damage regarding the foundation.
8-Water stain observed on the ceiling in the front bedroom. Recommend to contact a roofer for a further evaluation.
9-The drainage for the tub is slow. Recommend to clean the drain with a drain cleaning solution or contact a plumber for rooter service.

CRAWL SPACE:
1-Termite activity was observed at the opening for both crawl space vents for both units. Recommend to have a termite inspection performed.
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