Home Inspection Song Bird Hills Way Parker CO

One or more plumbing vents had a rubber boot flange that was damaged. This condition could allow moisture to penetrate the roof component.  A qualified contractor should evaluate,  then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

Gutters were bent and/or damaged at the time of the inspection.

This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. Excessive moisture in 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.

Minor cracking was visible on the driveway in areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The siding and/or trim was damaged in areas of the exterior.

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

There were penetrations in areas of the siding at the time of inspection. Recommend applying appropriate sealant to these areas to prevent potential moisture or pest intrusion. A qualified contractor should further evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

One or more window screens were damaged or deteriorated.

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

Minor cracking was visible on the walkway(s) in areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The tree limbs that are in contact with the roof or hanging near the roof should be trimmed. Evaluating trees lies beyond the scope of the general property inspection.

Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sump pump discharge pipe did not terminate far enough away from the foundation. Erosion can continue or become worse if not corrected possibly leading to water intrusion. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil near the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install a proper extension, to properly route drainage away from the foundation, usually at least 6 feet.

One or more vent cover was loose. A loose vent assembly can allow entry of water, air, or rodents into the vent ducts, wall system, or home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The handrail was leaning but appears to be secure. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace.

Downspout extensions were dented or damaged in some areas at the time of inspection. This condition can cause a blockage and potential build up of moisture intrusion into the soil next to the foundation walls. This in turn can potentially cause hydro-static pressure against the foundation walls and create adverse results. Recommend further evaluation by a qualified contractor to repair or replace.

The garage floor had surface spalling in areas. This condition will continue to degrade if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The garage door paneling was dented, corroded, or damaged and should be further evaluated by a qualified contractor to repair or replace as needed.

The garage door was hard to lift or the spring(s) did not support the weight of the door when tested.

Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

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

There appeared to be some damage to the interior flooring in areas. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

A window had a sash that was difficult to slide or operate to get opened/closed.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A window had a damaged frame at an interior area.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The window had a cracked or broken glass pane.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Some windows had damaged or missing screens.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sealant was damaged, deteriorated or otherwise insufficient around the window. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

Signs of water penetration was present at the window(s).  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A GFCI outlet was defective and will not reset once tripped. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The light switch was taped over. Suggest asking the sellers what the issue may be.

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

Although outside the scope of a general home inspection, the inspector noted the refrigerator ice and/or water dispenser was not working.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The laundry sink was chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The shower/bathtub faucet was weak in volume and/or pressure.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

The tub/shower area had deteriorated or missing sealant (caulking or grout) at the corners and/or floor. Sealant is needed at wall corners inside the shower, corners from tub to wall, and along the floor perimeter.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The floor covering was not sealed at the edges and may allow moisture intrusion.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The electrical panel face is not allowing free movement of the bottom breaker. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The furnace was short-cycling (repeated start-up and shut-down within minutes of each other) at the time of the inspection. Most systems should run about 2-3 cycles per hour. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The glass at the fireplace had a cloudy appearance. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.