Home Inspection S Shady Grove Ct Aurora CO

The insulation is thinner than current thermal resistance (R-value) standards. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

Signs of repairs were present on the driveway in areas. Recommend asking the current homeowner/builder for more information, and if repairs appear to be of poor quality it is recommended to have a qualified contractor evaluate further for any additional repairs necessary.

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

A common maintenance task for stone masonry is the repair of mortar joints. The longevity of mortar joints will vary with the exposure conditions and the mortar materials used, but a life span of more than 25 years is typical. The longevity of the stone, however, may well exceed 100 years. Consequently, occasional repair of the mortar joints is expected over the life of the stone masonry. It is our observation that the most common reason for repointing stone masonry is to improve water penetration resistance. Repointing deteriorated mortar joints is one of the most effective and permanent ways of decreasing water entry into the stonework. This is because the most common means of water entry into a stone masonry wall is through de-bonded, cracked, or deteriorated mortar joints. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair all areas as necessary.

Cracking or separation was present at the concrete step(s) in areas at the rear of the home. 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 walkway(s) needs gravel or backfill in some areas at the rear of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Baseboard trim was damaged at areas of the interior walls in the upstairs hallway at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The smoke detector was missing in the main level hallway at the time of inspection. A qualified person should replace them as needed. The existing smoke detectors were tested if present, but they are only noted as to presence and operation as of the date of inspection. Smoke detectors may work today but not work when you need them to work. This is why it is important for you to test them on a regular basis, monthly at least. Smoke detectors are recommended by the U.S. Product Safety Commission to be installed inside each bedroom and adjoining hallway and on each living level of the property and basement level.

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.

The property contained a pit for a sump pump, but no pump was installed. The water level in the sump pit at the time of the inspection was higher than what is considered acceptable. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

A sump pump system protects the property from water intrusion by discharging rising groundwater or by routing surface drainage via the property perimeter drain to the pit, from where it is discharged by the pump to the exterior of the property or to a waste pipe or storm drain. Sump pumps require periodic maintenance to ensure that they work when they’re needed and should be tested on an annual basis to ensure they are in working order. The pumps can be tested by lifting the float, but to avoid potential shock/electrocution hazards testing should be performed using a tool that will not conduct electricity. Pumps have a filter that should be cleaned during routine maintenance.

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 higher than the acceptable range of 120-130 degrees. We recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat. 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.

Air supply ducts were not sealed. Ideally, all ducts are sealed with mastic in order to be more energy-efficient. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

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