


The siding and/or trim were damaged in areas of the exterior.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.



In places, the paint is bubbled, streaked, or shows significant drip spots. This may indicate paint applied to fix or too thin or not properly primed. A qualified contractor should investigate and make a recommendation.

Soffits are missing on the left side of the house. A qualified contractor should investigate and make a recommendation.

The inspector observed improperly terminated and/or exposed wiring in some areas of the property. Exposed wiring can be considered a safety issue till corrected.

The weatherstripping has come loose at the window. This could provide an entry point for moisture. It also lowers the R-value of the window. A qualified contractor should investigate and repair or replace as necessary.

The foundation had vertical cracks in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary before your inspection objection deadline.


A wood support post or wood portion of the deck was in direct contact with the ground/dirt. The wood should be pressure treated and ideally be: placed in a metal bracket and/or cement casing, and have clearance from the ground level. Wood in direct contact with dirt will wick up ground moisture and deteriorate at an accelerated rate if routine maintenance is not kept.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.


The exterior deck floor had one or more deck boards that stick up and create a trip hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The spacing of planks used for the decking is inconsistent. Some have left a mill gap which will moisture to build up on top of the deck. Some have an excessive gap. A Qualified contractor should investigate and make a recommendation.

There were deteriorated structural components visible on the deck. Depending on the severity of the deterioration, the use of the deck should be cautiously monitored.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.


A stairway of more than 3 steps or drop of over 30″ was missing a handrail.

Downspouts were missing in areas of the property. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The downspout (s) are missing the proper 6 ft. extensions. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.