Home Inspection Storm Rider Way Colorado Springs CO

The roof covering had minor damage from hail, wind, and/or foot traffic.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Wall flashing was missing kick-out or diverter flashing, which is needed where a wall extends past a roof edge.  This may allow moisture intrusion of the exterior walls. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The ridge shingles used to protect areas of the roof from moisture intrusion are missing in areas. A qualified roofing contractor should inspect and repair as necessary.

Gutters were full of debris or granules in areas and need to be cleaned. The debris in gutters can clog drainage, or be sign gutters are sloped improperly – Either of which may cause problems by overflowing to introduce excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. Excessive moisture in the soil supporting the foundation can affect its ability to support the weight of the structure above and may cause foundation damage from soil movement.

Debris in gutters can also conceal rust, deterioration, or leaks that are not visible until cleaned.

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

Gutters were noticeably flat or sloped “away from” the downspouts, which will prevent the water from being properly drained through the downspouts and away from the foundation.

This may even cause the water to overflow and cause damage to exterior walls and siding, or by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. Excessive moisture in the soil supporting the foundation can affect its ability to support the weight of the structure above and may cause foundation damage from soil movement. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.