1) Cracks and settlement were found in the driveway. Recommend that qualified contractor repair as necessary.

2) Settlement was found in front porch. Recommend that qualified contractor repair as necessary.

7) Two sections of siding were loose. Recommend that a qualified person repair, replace or install siding or trim as necessary.

8) One exterior and Six interior minor cracks were found in the foundation. These didn't appear to be a structural concern, but recommend sealing them to prevent water infiltration and monitor them in the future. Numerous products exist to seal such cracks including hydraulic cement, non-shrinking grout, resilient caulks and epoxy sealants.

11) Support posts were not correctly secured to the beam above and floor below. While this is common in older homes, current standards require positive connections between support posts and beams above for reinforcement. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing metal plates, plywood gussets or dimensional lumber connecting posts and beams.

14) Bathroom exhaust fan ducts appeared to terminate at a soffit vent rather than at a dedicated hood or cap. Soffit vents are designed to allow cool air to be drawn into the attic, and to prevent excess moisture from accumulating in the attic. When such ducts are routed to terminate at soffit vents, the moist exhaust air may flow back into the attic and the soffit venting will be reduced. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing approved hoods or caps at the roof surface or exterior wall(s), and permanently securing exhaust ducts to them.

15) There was what appeared to be an exhaust duct open in the attic. It appears to be from the kitchen and not in use. Recommend a qualified professional evaluate and terminate as necessary.

16) The automatic opener for garage vehicle door didn't reverse when the photoelectric sensors were blocked. These sensors should reverse the door when closing to prevent injury when a person or pet passes through the sensors' beam. This is a safety hazard. A qualified person should repair as necessary. For more information on garage door safety issues, visit:
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17) Door connecting garage to home is not self closing. Recommend installing self closing hardware to help in preventing exhaust from the garage entering the home inadvertently

20) Three electric receptacles (outlets) at the laundry sink and exterior (front and shed) had no visible ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. If not GFCI-protected, receptacles in wet areas pose a shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and install GFCI protection if necessary and per standard building practices. General guidelines for GFCI-protected receptacles include the following locations:

• Outdoors (since 1973)
• Bathrooms (since 1975)
• Garages (since 1978)
• Kitchens (since 1987)
• Crawl spaces and unfinished basements (since 1990)
• Wet bar sinks (since 1993)
• Laundry and utility sinks (since 2005)

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21) Non-metallic sheathed wiring was installed at basement, and was subject to damage such as on easily accessible wall or ceiling surfaces. The insulation can be damaged by objects coming in contact with it, resulting in exposed, energized wires. Also, copper conductors can break after being repeatedly moved or bent. This is a potential shock or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing protective conduit or re-routing wires through walls or ceilings.

22) What appeared to be a Spliced extension cord in basement. This is a potential hazard. I was unable to determine the purpose. Recommend inquiring with seller and a electrician terminate as necessary.

23) No carbon monoxide alarms were visible. This is a potential safety hazard. Some states and/or municipalities require CO alarms to be installed for new construction and/or for homes being sold. Recommend installing approved CO alarms outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms on each level and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. For more information, visit:
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26) I was unable to determine the last service date of the HVAC. Ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than 1 year ago, recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. For safety 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. For more information visit:
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29) Recommend that the client review all available documentation for gas-fired fireplaces and stoves. Depending on how they are operated (for routine heating versus ambiance), such appliances may need servicing annually or every few years. Consult with the property owner and/or a qualified specialist to determine if service is needed now.

30) No high loop or air gap was visible for the dishwasher drain. A high loop is created by routing the drain line up to the bottom surface of the counter top above and securely fastening it to that surface. An air gap is a device that makes the drain line non-continuous. Both of these prevent waste-water backflow from entering the dishwasher, and possibly flooding out of the dishwasher if/when a siphon occurs. Some newer dishwashers have these devices built in. The client should try to determine if these devices are built in to this brand and model of dishwasher (e.g. review installation instructions). If not, or if this cannot be determined, then recommend that a qualified contractor install a high loop and air gap per standard building practices.

31) An exhaust hood was installed over the cook top or range, but the fan recirculated the exhaust air back into the kitchen. This may be due to no duct being installed, baffles at the front of the hood not being installed, or a problem with the duct. This can be a nuisance for odor and grease accumulation. Where a gas-fired range or cook top is installed, carbon monoxide and excessive levels of moisture can accumulate in living spaces. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary so exhaust air is ducted outdoors.

32) No caulk was found between the bathtub and the floor at location #A and B. Water may penetrate these areas and cause damage. Recommend that a qualified person re-caulk or install caulking as necessary.

34) Floors in one section of kitchen and near laundry room/master bedroom area were slightly off level. This can be caused by movement of the foundation, posts and/or beams. Repairs may be needed to make floors level. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate further. Repairs should be performed by a qualified contractor.

35) The front door handle was inoperable. Recommend a qualified person repair/replace.

36) One door to the back addition was closing on its own. This is often caused by and uneven door jam. Recommend a qualified person repair.