2) One or more exit signs near emergency exits were missing. This is a potential safety hazard. A qualified person should repair, replace or modify exit signs as necessary, and per National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 standards.

3) Emergency lighting and/or illuminated exit signs were installed on this property. The inspector did not evaluate these systems and they are excluded from this inspection. However these systems should be evaluated monthly and annually per National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 standards. Failing to do so may result in fines or lawsuits from private parties or municipalities. Injuries, loss of life and/or property damage may occur during emergencies if lights are inoperable. A qualified person should test all emergency and exit sign lighting as needed per standards in the future.

4) One or more accessible parking spaces were not marked with the International Symbol of Accessibility, or that marking was illegible. Recommend that a qualified person mark spaces as necessary and per ADA requirements.

5) One or more curbs on the route of travel from the accessible parking spaces to the accessible entrance did not have curb-cuts of at least 36 inches width. Recommend that a qualified contractor make modifications as necessary and per ADA standards.

6) Various deficiencies in accessible restrooms were found on the property. ADA requirements for accessible restrooms include the following:

• There should be at least one fully accessible restroom on an accessible route of travel.
• Inaccessible restrooms should have signs that give directions to accessible ones.
• Accessible restrooms should be marked with the International Symbol of Accessibility.
• Door handles should be no higher than 48 inches.
• Doors should be operable with a closed fist.
• Doors chould required no more than 5 pounds of force to open.
• Entry configurations should provide adequate maneuvering and turnaround space (60 inches diameter) for wheelchairs.
• The path to all fixtures should not be less than 36 inches wide.
• Stall doors should be operable with a closed fist both inside and out.
• At least one wheelchair-accessible stall that provided adequate maneuvering space for a wheelchair should be present.
• Stalls should have grab bars behind and on the side wall nearest the toilet.
• Toilet seats should be no less than 17 inches high and no more than 19 inches high.
• Toilet seats should spring back to a lifted position.
• At least one urinal with a rim no higher than 17 inches above the floor should be present.
• At least one lavatory with a 30-inch wide by 48-inch deep clear space in front of it should be present.
• At least one lavatory with a rim less than 35 inches should be present.
• At least one lavatory with 29 inches of knee space between the floor and the bottom of the lavatory apron should be present.
• No hot pipes or sharp surfaces that could harm a person in a wheelchair should be underneath lavatories.
• Lavatory faucets should be operable with one closed fist.
• Lavatory faucets, if self-closing, should permit the water to flow for at least 10 seconds.
• Soap dispensers and hand dryers should be within reach of a person in a wheelchair and operable with one closed fist.
• Mirrors should be mounted with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface no higher than 40 inches.

Recommend that a qualified contractor make modifications as necessary and per ADA standards.

7) No parking area safety lighting was visible. If planning to operate the building during darkness, consider installing parking area lighting and footlights alongside walkways.

8) Cracks, holes, settlement, heaving and/or deterioration were found in sidewalks and/or patios. Recommend that qualified contractor repair as necessary.

9) The asphalt surface in parking areas or driveways was worn, and is prone to developing cracks from water penetration. Recommend that a qualified person reseal pavement as needed. For more information, visit:
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12) Large gaps at siding and/or trim were filled with caulk. Caulk should only be used to seal gaps 1/4-inch wide or smaller. Caulk is likely to separate with wider gaps and can result in leaks and subsequent water damage or fungal rot. This is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms. Recommend that a qualified person repair per standard building practices. For more information, visit:
https://www.reporthost.com/?CAULK

13) Trees were in contact with or were close to the building at one or more locations. Damage to the building may occur, especially during high winds, or may have already occurred (see other comments in this report). Recommend that a qualified tree service contractor or certified arborist remove trees as necessary to prevent damage to the building exterior.

14) The paint or stain finish in some areas was failing (e.g. peeling, faded, worn, thinning). Siding and trim with a failing finish can be damaged by moisture. Recommend that a qualified contractor prep (e.g. clean, scrape, sand, prime, caulk) and repaint or restain the building exterior where necessary and per standard building practices. Any repairs needed to the siding or trim should be made prior to this.

15) Alligatoring, crazing, fissures and/or cracks were found in one or more areas of the flat or low-slope roof surface. This is often caused by exposure to ultraviolet light (the sun), and eventually results in water penetrating the underlying roof membrane and causing leaks. This is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.

16) One or more downspouts were damaged. Rainwater can come in contact with the building exterior or accumulate around the building foundation as a result. This is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.

17) Moss was growing on the roof. As a result, shingles can lift or be damaged. Leaks can result and/or the roof surface can fail prematurely. Efforts should be made to kill the moss during its growing season (wet months). Typically, zinc or phosphate-based chemicals are used for this and must be applied periodically. For information on various moss treatment products and their pros and cons, visit:
https://www.reporthost.com/?MOSS

18) Splices in service conductors at the service mast head were exposed. Splices should be covered with plastic insulators or tape to prevent exposed, energized wires. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices.

19) One or more receptacles were broken or damaged. This is a potential shock or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician replace such receptacles as necessary.

20) One or more electric receptacles and/or the boxes in which they were installed were loose and/or not securely anchored. Wire conductors can be damaged due to repeated movement and/or tension on wires, or insulation can be damaged. This is a shock and fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.

21) One or more ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) type receptacles had an open ground. Open ground GFCI receptacles will trip, but they won't provide a grounded electric supply for appliances that need them. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices. For example, by upgrading to grounded, 3-conductor wiring. In older dwellings constructed when GFCI protection was not required, and in areas where GFCI protection is not required, replacing 3-slot GFCI receptacles with 2-slot receptacles may be an acceptable repair.

22) One or more sections of outdoor wiring were exposed and . This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing conduit, re-routing wires or replacing wiring.

23) The legend for circuit breakers or fuses in panel(s) #A was missing, incomplete, illegible or confusing. This is a potential shock or fire hazard in the event of an emergency when power needs to be turned off. Recommend correcting the legend so it's accurate, complete and legible. Evaluation by a qualified electrician may be necessary.

24) One or more screws that attach the cover or dead front to panel(s) #A were missing or not installed. Recommend installing screws where missing so the cover or dead front is secure. Only screws with blunt tips approved for this purpose should be installed, so wiring inside the panel is not damaged. Because energized wires may be located directly behind screw holes, the client should consider having a qualified electrician replace missing screws.

27) One or more flexible gas supply connectors were routed through a metal cabinet. Solid iron pipe should be used where gas supply lines are routed through holes in metal cabinets. Continued vibration from this equipment may cause the edge of the metal cabinet to wear through the flexible connector, resulting in gas leaks. This is an explosion and/or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair per standard building practices.

28) Low flow was found at one or more sinks when multiple fixtures were operated at the same time. Water supply pipes may be clogged or corroded, filters may be clogged or need new cartridges, or fixtures may be clogged. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and repair as necessary.

29) Significant corrosion was found in some pipes or fittings. This can indicate past leaks, or that leaks are likely to occur in the future. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and repair as necessary.

30) No hose bibs were found. Recommend that a qualified plumber install one or more hose bibs for convenience, and per standard building practices (e.g. frost-free with anti-siphon device).

31) One or more sinks or fixtures used mechanical or auto vents. The spring mechanisms in them can fail, resulting in sewer gases entering living spaces, and they have no screen to keep out vermin (mice). "Air admittance valves" (AAV) are recommended instead of these vents. AAVs have no spring to fail and have built-in screens. Recommend that a qualified plumber upgrade mechanical vents to AAVs. For more information, visit:
https://www.reporthost.com/?AUTOVENT

32) One or more copper water supply pipes had substandard support or were loose. Leaks can occur as a result. Copper supply pipes should have approved hangers every 6-8 feet. If hangers are in contact with the copper pipe, they should be made of a material that doesn't cause the pipes or hangers to corrode due to contact of dissimilar metals. Recommend that a qualified person install hangers or secure pipes per standard building practices.

33) Based on visible components or information provided to the inspector, this property appeared to have a private sewage disposal (septic) system. These are specialty systems and are excluded from this inspection. Comments in this report related to this system are made as a courtesy only and are not meant to be a substitute for a full evaluation by a qualified specialist. Generally, septic tanks should be pumped and inspected every 3 years. Depending on the type of system and municipal regulations, inspection and maintenance may be required more frequently, often annually. Recommend the following:

• Consult with the property owner about this system's maintenance and repair history
• Review any documentation available for this system
• Review inspection and maintenance requirements for this system
• That a qualified specialist evaluate, perform maintenance and make repairs if necessary

For more information, visit:
https://www.reporthost.com/?SEPTIC

34) No thermal expansion tank was installed at the water heater, and the plumbing system may be "closed" based on the inspector's observation of a pressure-reducing valve installed in this system. Some pressure-reducing valves have an integrated bypass check valve that allows water under high pressure from thermal expansion to flow back to the supply main. However, the inspector was unable to determine if the pressure-reducing valve in this system was equipped with such a bypass check valve. If none is present then the system is "closed," and an expansion tank should be installed to allow room for water in the system to expand. Without one, the water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve can leak or become damaged, or toilets can "run" due to excess pressure overcoming the fill valve. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate further and install an expansion tank per standard building practices if necessary.

37) The thermostat was not centrally located and may result in uneven heating in some locations. Recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor evaluate and repair if necessary, and per standard building practices.

38) Countertops and/or backsplashes were damaged or deteriorated. Recommend repairing or replacing as necessary.

39) No aerator was installed on the sink faucet. Aerators save water and reduce splashing. Recommend installing one.

41) The cover to the exhaust fan at location(s) #A was loose. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace covers as necessary.

42) Gaps, no caulk, or substandard caulking were found between countertops and backsplashes at location(s) #A. Water can penetrate these areas and cause damage. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by installing or replacing caulk.

43) Recommend cleaning and sealing the grout at countertops at location(s) #A now and in the future as necessary to prevent staining and to improve waterproofing.

44) The inspector was unable to verify that the glass used in one or more interior doors was approved safety glass. Glazing that is not approved safety glass, located in areas subject to human impact, is a safety hazard. Standard building practices generally require that approved safety glass be used in swinging and sliding doors except where "art glass," jalousie windows or glazing smaller than a 3-inch opening is used. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate further to determine if glazing is approved safety glass, and replace glass if necessary, and per standard building practices.

45) Fire rated doors are required in some areas of commercial buildings, but not all. They can be rated for between 3 hours and 20 minutes. Such requirements are typically determined by the fire rating of the wall and the use of the door. Fire rated door assemblies must comply with the proper commercial door hardware requirements and be approved as a rated assembly. It is beyond the scope of this inspection to determine whether requirements for fire rated doors are met, or to determine if mechanisms such as automatic latching mechanisms, self closing devices or smoke gaskets are serviceable. Their condition is unknown and they are excluded from this inspection. Any comments regarding such systems or components are made as a courtesy only.

Note that modern fire safety standards require that all fire rated door assemblies be inspected annually by a qualified specialist. Recommend reviewing any available records to determine if such inspections have been performed within the last year. If unable to determine this, or if such inspections were performed more than a year ago, a qualified specialist should perform this inspection.

46) Floors in one or more areas were not level. This can be caused by foundation settlement or movement of the foundation, posts and/or beams. Significant repairs may be needed to make floors level. Recommend that a qualified contractor and/or engineer evaluate further. Repairs should be performed by a qualified contractor.

47) Some interior door hardware (hinges) were . Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.

48) One or more walls were cracked. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.