Home Inspection 1825 S Pitkin Cir No 10 Aurora CO 80017

Rusty nails often signal excess condensation build-up due to poor ventilation. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate further to repair or replace as needed. 

Windows installed in the home appeared to be worn or aged. This apparent condition can mean the windows are deteriorated or difficult to operate, and can also mean they are not consistent with current efficiency standards. They were possibly original and were either at or near their serviceable lifespan. Recommend further evaluation by a qualified contractor and budgeting for potential future replacement. 

At the interior stairs, the handrail had spacing between components that were too far apart. Spacing of more than 4 ” could allow a child or pet to fall through. A fall or injury could occur if not corrected.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. 

A defect at the wall was present in the detached garage. 

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

Garage walls/ceilings showed signs of moisture intrusion. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and find source of moisture to prevent further damage and/or mold. 

The floor surface of the garage is not sloped properly away from the structure due to settlement. 

The area of floor used for parking of automobiles or other vehicles must be sloped. It should slope toward the vehicle door opening. The sloped surface will help the movement of liquids to a drain or toward the main vehicle doorway of the carport. 

The garage door was missing weather stripping or did not evenly seal at the floor. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make adjustments, 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 exterior of garage door has one or more damaged panels. A qualified contractor should inspect and repair as necessary and according to current standards.

No Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection was provided for the exterior electrical outlets. Although GFCI protection of exterior circuits may not have been required at the time in which this property was built, modern building and safety standards now require them. This is a reflection of the current understanding of the potential hazards. The inspector recommends updating the existing exterior electrical circuits to include GFCI protection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and implement according to current standards.

The exterior electrical outlet was missing a weatherproof covering. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

An exterior electrical outlet was wired incorrectly with “reverse polarity,” meaning the hot and neutral wires are reversed. While the outlet still provides power to electronic equipment, a shock hazard has been created because there is still electricity running through the hot wire when the switch is turned off. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

One or more exterior faucet was loose in the wall. The faucet should be securely fastened to the wall using appropriate screws depending on material at location of the faucet. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

The outside water faucet had a significant leak from the knob/handle when the water pressure gauge was attached. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

One or more downspout extensions were not properly positioned. Extensions should not be in the upright position or should not route run-off too close to the foundation. 

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

These downspouts may account for the moisture intrusion in the crawlspace.

The cabinet floor was damaged. This may be from excessive leaking pipes, condensation, or even leaking cleaners stored in cabinet over the years. 

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The dishwasher drain line came out from a low location and did not discharge into a higher drain pipe. Dishwasher drain lines require a “high loop” in the line in order to drain properly. A “high loop” may have been hidden behind the appliance itself. The high loop in the drain hose is to keep water from settling in the hose to prevent any odors from backing up into the dishwasher. Food or debris may become stuck in the line and smell or mold if not corrected. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed. 

An outlet did not provide Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection. Although GFCI protection of circuits may not have been required at the time in which this home was built, safe building practices have improved with the passage of time and building standards have changed to reflect current understanding. The inspector recommends updating the existing electrical circuits to include GFCI protection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The 220-volt dryer electrical outlet was damaged not working.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A dyer vent connection was installed in the laundry area. The dryer was vented using a flexible plastic vent which is not approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL). Flexible plastic dryer vent is more likely to accumulate lint than a smooth metal vent creating a potential fire hazard. Excessive lint accumulation can increase drying time and shorten the dryers lifespan. The inspector recommends replacing the plastic vent with a properly installed UL approved dryer vent. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Excessive lint was built up behind the dryer area, and in parts of laundry area. The dryer vent connection may have become disconnected and should be reconnected to properly route the dryer exhaust to the exterior. Failure to reconnect the vent may result in unsatisfactory conditions from excessive humidity and lint accumulation in the home. Excessively high humidity can damage home materials or components and may encourage the growth of microbes such as mold. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The skylight in the master bathroom was painted over at the time of the inspection.

The drain stop did not work or did not hold water in the sink.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The cabinet floor was damaged. This may be from excessive leaking pipes, condensation, or even leaking cleaners stored in cabinet over the years. 

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Hardware was damaged on  an interior bathroom door at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed. 

The sink drain pipe was leaking at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The main electrical distribution panel is a Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panel. These panels have a reputation for being problematic and further evaluation by a qualified electrician is recommended. FPE panel breakers are known to fail to trip at a much higher rate than standard panels. When a breaker fails to trip, the breaker and other components, including wires, may overheat and melt. The panel itself could overheat and catch fire. 

Due to safety concerns, no further evaluation was conducted on this panel.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and replace as necessary. 

Pipe fittings at the water heating equipment were corroded. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

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.

There was no gas shutoff valve installed at the heating system equipment. Safe building practices require a gas shutoff valve be installed at every gas-burning appliance. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

The manufacturing label on the system was worn out and illegible. This is an indication of old age, or prolonged exposure to harsh elements. Recommend a qualified contractor further evaluate and repair or replace.

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.

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.

There was damage to the air-conditioner condenser coil fins. This limits the ability to dissipate heat. Further damage to the coil fins should be avoided in order to maintain cooling system efficiency and avoid problems from overheating of the compressor. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The electrical service disconnect for the air conditioning condenser had a loose panel housing and was not properly secured to the wall. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

No soil cover was installed at the time of the inspection. Soil covers help reduce humidity levels in crawlspaces by limiting moisture evaporation into the air from soil. Reducing humidity levels can help reduce the chances for mold growth and deterioration of structural components. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install a soil cover as necessary.

The inspector observed signs of a possible active leak in the crawlspace.

Areas of the crawlspace were visibly wet or soft/squishy under the vapor barrier. The ground showed signs of moisture intrusion. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There is a large puddle of standing water directly in front of the furnace. A qualified contractor should investigate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

There is standing water in the crawlspace with an electrical wire running right through it. A qualified plumber and electrician should investigate and repair or replace as necessary.

There is a large wasp nest in the crawl space

There is a low point in the drain line which will promote clogging.  We recommend further review and repair as needed.

There is an offset in the drain line where two pipes are not properly connected and there is a “lip” that can cause clogging or leaking.  We recommend further review and repair as needed.