4 – Attached Garage
4.2.1 – Occupant Door
Occupant Door 1
DAMAGED – DOOR
GARAGE

An entry door surface in the garage area was worn/damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.3.1 – Ceiling, Walls & Firewalls
Ceiling, Walls & Firewalls 1
Ceiling, Walls & Firewalls 2
DAMAGED – WALLS
GARAGE

An interior wall in the garage was damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.6.1 – Door Opener
Door Opener 1
REVERSE SENSORS TOO HIGH
GARAGE

The photo-electric reverse sensors are installed too high from the garage floor surface. The vertical distance between the photo-eye beam and the floor should be no more than 6 inches. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 5 – Interior, Doors, Windows
5.2.1 – Ceilings & Walls
Ceilings & Walls 1
Ceilings & Walls 2
Ceilings & Walls 3
DAMAGED – MULTIPLE ITEMS
MULTIPLE AREAS THROUGHOUT PROPERTY

The ceiling and/or walls showed various signs of minor defects at numerous locations including all or some of the following: damage, cracks, holes, previous repairs, and/or improper repairs. A representative number of pictures were taken to provide an example. Should any of these issues appear excessive we recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace items as necessary.

5.3.1 – Floors
Floors 1
Floors 2
Floors 3
CARPET STAINS
INTERIOR

The carpet was stained in areas throughout the property.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

5.4.1 – Doors
Doors 1
STRIKE NOT LATCHING
CLOSET DOOR- PRIMARY BEDROOM

The closet door in the primary bedroom would not latch when closed, and may need adjustment at the strike plate to latch properly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

5.7.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
FAN WOBBLES
PRIMARY BEDROOM

The ceiling fan wobbles when operated in the primary bedroom and may need to be balanced.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 6 – Exterior – Condo/Townhome
6.1.1 – Garage Door Exterior
Garage Door Exterior 1
DAMAGED – PANEL(S)
GARAGE DOOR

The exterior of garage door has one or more dented/damaged panels. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.2.1 – Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors 1
DOOR – LOOSE IN FRAME
SLIDING GLASS DOOR

The sliding glass door was loose in its frame. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 7 – Kitchen
7.5.1 – Cabinets & Counters
Cabinets & Counters 1
CAULKING – BACKSPLASH
KITCHEN

The counter top needs caulking with silicone along the back splash in the kitchen area.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

7.12.1 – Food Waste Disposer
MISSING WIRING CLAMP
GARBAGE DISPOSAL

The food waste disposer was missing the wiring connector (clamp and bushing).  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 8 – Bathroom
8.2.1 – Doors
Doors 1
SWINGS OPEN/CLOSED
PRIMARY BATHROOM

The door swings open or closed by itself in the primary bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

8.4.1 – Ceilings & Walls
Ceilings & Walls 1
SIGNS OF REPAIR-WALLS
PRIMARY BATHROOM

The walls had signs of a previous repair in the primary bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

8.5.1 – Floors
Floors 1
CARPET BY SHOWER, TOILET AREAS
PRIMARY BATHROOM

Carpeting was used as a floor covering material in the tub, shower, and/or toilet areas. The carpet is bound to get wet from steam/vapor from the shower, splashing, and water dripping off a body. Carpet tends to act as a sponge and soak up the moisture, which gives mildew and molds an opportunity to grow and spread. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and replace the floor covering materials as needed.

8.14.1 – Tub, Shower Area
Tub, Shower Area 1
Tub, Shower Area 2
MISSING/DAMAGED GROUT
PRIMARY BATHROOM

Tiles on the wall in the bath/shower area had missing or damaged grout/caulking in the primary bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 9 – Bathroom 2
9.9.1 – Cabinets & Counters
Cabinets & Counters 1
CAULKING – BACK SPLASH
HALL BATHROOM

The counter top needs caulking with silicone along the back splash in the hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

9.14.1 – Tub, Shower Area
Tub, Shower Area 1
Tub, Shower Area 2
MISSING/DAMAGED GROUT
HALL BATHROOM

Tiles on the wall in the bath/shower area had missing or damaged grout/caulk in the hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 10 – Bathroom 3
10.5.1 – Floors
Floors 1
FLOOR STAINS
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The floor was stained in areas in the upstairs bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

10.13.1 – Toilets
Toilets 1
RUNS AFTER FLUSHING
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The toilet continually “runs” after flushing in the upstairs bathroom. This generally means the interior tank components are not working properly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 11 – Laundry
11.4.1 – Exhaust Fan
Exhaust Fan 1
LOOSE VENT FAN
LAUNDRY ROOM

The laundry area exhaust fan was loose on the ceiling. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 12 – Plumbing
12.4.1 – Water Pressure
Water Pressure 1
LOW WATER PRESSURE
PLUMBING

The property water supply pressure was measured at the exterior faucet or laundry hose bib. Property water supply pressure was lower than the 40 pounds per square inch (PSI), which is considered inadequate by generally-accepted current standards. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 14 – Water Heating Equipment
14.1.1 – General Information
General Information 1
OLDER THAN 10 YEARS
WATER HEATER

The water heater (2007) was at or beyond its warranty and/or expected life expectancy.

The water heater age was determined by the photo included in this report. According to the U.S. Department of energy, these major appliances are intended to run for between 8 and 12 years. Be advised that every water heater will age differently relative to the following life span factors: water quality, mineral buildup, frequency of flushing, the volume of water utilized, size of the tank, brand, and quality of water heater. Although it was operating at the time of the inspection, the inspector can not determine the remaining life of the water heater.

14.6.1 – Combustion Air Supply
FRESH AIR-NOT PRESENT
BASEMENT

The combustion air supply for this appliance was not present. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary corrections according to current standards.

Fresh air supply is recommended by manufacturers for efficient operation of fuel burning appliances. Years ago, the air could come from inside or outside the building, however, more recent standards prefer for combustion air to come from the outside only.

 15 – Heating
15.1.1 – Heating System Information
Heating System Information 1
SERVICING RECOMMENDED
FURNACE

Based on the age of the heating system (2006) it is recommended that it be cleaned and serviced and certified (if possible) by an HVAC professional.

15.2.1 – Exhaust Flue
Exhaust Flue 1
EXHAUST FLUE PIPE – CORRODED
FURNACE

The exhaust flue pipe for the furnace was damaged/corroded. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

15.3.1 – Combustion Air Supply
FRESH AIR-NOT PRESENT
BASEMENT

The combustion air supply for this appliance was not present. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary corrections according to current standards.

Fresh air supply is recommended by manufacturers for efficient operation of fuel burning appliances. Years ago, the air could come from inside or outside the building, however, more recent standards prefer for combustion air to come from the outside only.

 16 – Cooling
16.1.1 – Cooling System Information
Cooling System Information 1
SERVICING RECOMMENDED
AC

Based on the age of the cooling system (2007) it is recommended that it be cleaned and serviced and certified (if possible) by an HVAC professional.

16.2.1 – AC Refrigerant Lines
AC Refrigerant Lines 1
DAMAGED INSULATION
AC

The air-conditioner refrigerant suction line (large, insulated) has damaged or missing insulation in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

 18 – Structural Basement
18.8.1 – Vapor Barriers
Vapor Barriers 1
VAPOR BARRIER DAMAGED
BASEMENT

The vapor barrier was torn/damaged in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 19 – Structural Crawlspace
19.2.1 – Soil Vapor Barrier
Soil Vapor Barrier 1
BARRIER DAMAGED
CRAWLSPACE

The crawlspace vapor barrier was torn/damaged in some areas, which compromises its effectiveness in reducing moisture and/or radon levels. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

19.8.1 – Electrical in Crawlspace
Electrical in Crawlspace 1
LIGHT FIXTURE – EXPOSED WIRING
CRAWLSPACE

A light fixture in the crawlspace had damaged or exposed wiring. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.