Sample New 3

A loose wire end and/or splice was located. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The light switch was missing a cover plate in the attic area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The exterior wall-covering trim/molding was damaged and loose at the back right side of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The siding and/or trim was missing paint in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The main entrance door was missing siding/trim in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The outlet at the upper rear portion of the home was missing a block out. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Several windows were missing trim in areas on the exterior. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Window well(s) lacked an egress ladder. Window wells more that 44″ below grade should have a permanent ladder installed. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

Signs of repairs were present on the front porch. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sump pump discharge pipe was missing a proper extension and doesn’t properly route drainage 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. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The water heater exhaust vent was missing a block out at the back right side of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The push button opener on the wall was not operating properly at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The ceiling and/or walls showed various signs of minor defects at numerous locations including all or some of the following: cosmetic 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.

There were “nail pops” visible in the interior window in the front guest bedroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The window was loose and not properly sealed in the living room. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

One or more tiles in the shower area had insufficient or deteriorated caulking in the master bathroom. The window was loose and not properly sealed in the living room. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

There was a leak at the shower head connection at the time of inspection in the upstairs hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

The window was loose and not properly sealed in the main level hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The microwave vent hood vents in to the cabinet space between the top of the microwave and the cabinet above it. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

The window was loose and not properly sealed in the laundry area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sub pump lid was cracked and was not sealed at the time of the inspection. The inspector recommends that it be sealed to prevent radon gas from entering the occupied area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

The water temperature was below the suggested range of 120-130 degrees. Recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat first. If water does not reach the acceptable range then a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The heating system cabinet was corroded, rusted or dirty/damaged in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The cabinet panel covers was missing a latch at the time of inspection. This may allow the panel to fall off easily, or add difficulty when removing for service. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

The refrigerant line was not properly secured/sealed at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

The HVAC supply and return ducts were dirty at the time of the inspection and in need of cleaning. Recommend having all the HVAC supply and return ducts cleaned by a qualified contractor. 

The exterior compressor unit was not level. Over time, this may result in noisy fan operation, damage to the fan bearings and a shortened fan lifespan, or it may result in movement of the compressor housing which can cause leaks in refrigerant lines resulting in expensive service. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The concrete floor in the basement was cracked as well as showed signs of repair in areas. These cracks appear to be common cracks indicating regular settlement or heaving, but not necessarily structural problems. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate to make further recommendations and repair as necessary.

Axium recommends our premier partner – Level Engineering. They can be contacted at 720-706-8540 or online at www.axiuminspections.com/structural-engineer.