Home Inspection W 71st Way Westminster CO

The roof covering is bulged or bubbled in some areas, which may make it more susceptible to damage.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The roof covering material has moderate damage or erosion in several areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The roof covering material shows signs of previous patches and sealing at multiple areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Wall flashing was corroded/damaged in areas. This may allow moisture intrusion of the exterior walls. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Wall flashing appears to be improperly sealed. This may allow moisture intrusion of the exterior walls. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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 the 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.

Gutters had moderate general corrosion visible. Corrosion is generally a sign of poor sloping or drainage, and continued corrosion will eventually result in leaking gutters. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. Excessive moisture in the 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.

A flue pipe cap is excessively dented or damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The bathroom vent caps were loose in areas on the roof. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The driveway/walkway showed signs of heaving and/or settling in areas. Heaving is often caused by soil that has expanded in volume due to increased moisture content, or by wet soil which has expanded as it became frozen. Settlement is when the soil below a concrete slab is loose or it can no longer support the weight causing it to sink or crack.

• This causes cracks in the concrete.
• This creates trip hazards that could result in injury.

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

A walkway was not properly sealed against a foundation wall and may allow excess moisture to enter. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were signs of moderate cracking in the parking lot areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were signs of moderate cracking on the walkways in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Cracking as well as movement was present on the siding at the time of inspection.

Monitoring the masonry walls of the house is needed. Although masonry can deform elastically over long periods of time to accommodate small amounts of movement, large movements normally cause cracking.

Cracking can result from a variety of problems:

• Differential settlement of the foundation
• Drying shrinkage
• Expansion and contraction due to ambient thermal and moisture variations
• Improper support over openings
• The effects of freeze-thaw cycles
• The corrosion of iron and steel wall reinforcement
• Differential movement between building materials; expansion of salts
• The bulging or leaning of walls.

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

Siding showed cracking in one or more places around the property. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were penetrations in areas of the siding 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.

The exterior wall covering is beginning to deteriorate or has deteriorated in multiple areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Peeling paint was present in areas of the exterior. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were signs of previously repaired damage on the exterior.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Dense vegetation was present around the unit in areas.  This condition limited and restricted my visual inspection.  Dense vegetation and landscaping up against or near the unit’s foundation and exterior walls may be prone to water penetration and insect infestation. Trimming, pruning, and some landscaping are recommended by a qualified contractor

Large trees near the building have branches that overhang the property. Falling branches due to conditions such as wood decay, high winds, or heavy snow loads may cause injury, death, or damage. Significant weakening of large branches by conditions such as core decay may not be visible by persons without special training. Consider having these trees evaluated by a qualified arborist. Evaluating trees lies beyond the scope of the general property inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Components of the eaves, facia, and/or soffit were warped, swollen, or had peeling paint which are signs of water damage. The materials will eventually begin to rot if left untreated or cause has not been corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The paint was peeling or cracking in one or more areas of the eaves. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

The surface of the exterior rear door was corroded/damaged or in poor condition. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were multiple areas of exposed wires not enclosed in junction boxes with covers on the exterior. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

An exterior light fixture had missing or burnt-out bulb(s). The bulb(s) should be replaced, and if still inoperable, a qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary changes.

An exterior window has trim or framing that appears to have wood rot. This may represent a general lack of maintenance or potential water intrusion issues. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The outside water faucet was missing a handle/knob. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

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 extensions in areas. 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 insulation is missing in the attic area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Splice/Junction boxes were missing cover plates in the attic area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The property had ceiling materials that may contain asbestos. Ceiling tiles or popcorn textures were manufactured or installed using asbestos as late as the early 90s.

In the past, asbestos fibers were added during production to strengthen and increase durability. Materials that contain asbestos, when intact and in good condition, are generally considered non-friable and not hazardous. Heat, water, weathering, or aging can weaken asbestos materials to the point where it is considered friable. Friable material includes any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos that can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder with hand pressure. This includes previously non-friable material which has been damaged to the extent that it may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure and can also be made friable during its removal. Friable materials can release asbestos fibers into the air. Once in the air, asbestos fibers present a health hazard to people who inhale those fibers.

The ceilings showed signs of damage and wear in several areas throughout the property.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The walls showed signs of damage, cracks, and/or previous repairs throughout the property.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The ceilings had signs of the previous repair in areas.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Several interior mirrors were cracked/damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The property had tiles that may contain asbestos. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary. Flooring, including sheet vinyl, vinyl, or asphalt floor tiles and any associated paper-like backing, mastic, adhesive, or glue, may contain asbestos. In the past, asbestos fibers were added during the production of flooring materials to strengthen the flooring and increase its durability. Flooring that contains asbestos, when intact and in good condition, is generally considered non-friable and is not hazardous. Heat, water, weathering, or aging can weaken flooring to the point where it is considered friable. Friable material includes any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos that can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder with hand pressure. This includes previously non-friable material which has been damaged to the extent that it may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure and can also be made friable during its removal. Friable materials can release asbestos fibers into the air. Once in the air, asbestos fibers present a health hazard to people who inhale those fibers.

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

The tile floor was cracked/damaged in areas throughout the property.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The rear entrance door had an opening that was too wide leaving a gap or daylight around the door.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The bathroom doors would not latch when closed and may need adjustment at the strike plate to latch properly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Several electrical outlets were broken/damaged inside the property. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

No ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection was provided for all of the electrical outlets near the bar sink. Although GFCI protection of sink area circuits may not have been required at the time of in which this property was built, as general knowledge of safe building practices has improved with the passage of time building standards have changed to reflect current understanding. The inspector recommends updating the existing bathroom electrical circuits to provide GFCI protection. This can be achieved by:

1. Replacing the current standard outlets with GFCI outlets.

2.  Replacing the first circuit outlet located closest to the main electrical service panel with the GFCI outlet

3.  Replacing the breaker currently protecting the electrical circuit that contains these outlets with the GFC I breaker.

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

One or more electrical outlets were not grounded throughout the property. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

An electrical outlet was not working near the stage area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Outlet)s) had exposed or improper slices in areas inside the property. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Outlet(s) had loose/not properly secured conduit that can be damaged inadvertently. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Light fixture(s) had exposed splices or electrical conductors in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Multiple light fixtures did not operate when the switch was turned on. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The countertops in the bar area were warped and damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The bathroom exhaust fan did not work in the men’s bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The countertop needs caulking with silicone along the backsplash in the men’s bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sink finish was chipped or damaged in the men’s bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Due to the year of manufacture (2005), the heating system is assumed to be near the end of its expected service life. Regular maintenance and monitoring of its condition is recommended. Budgeting for repairs and future replacement is recommended. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.  InterNACHI’s Standard Estimated Life Expectancy Chart for Homes

The HVAC electrical service shut-off switch for the heating system had exposed or damaged electrical conductors. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/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.

Wasps nests were noted in areas inside the rooftop heating unit. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The condensate discharge pipe should be extended so that the water is diverted to a proper drain or to a proper distance away from the unit. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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 heating system did fire and appeared to be in a serviceable condition at the time of the inspection. However, the interior of the cabinet was dirty. Cleaning, servicing, and/or certification of the HVAC system by a qualified contractor is recommended and repaired or replaced as necessary.

The reservoir appears to be corroded or rusted in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The evaporative cooler was missing a drain line. This may cause accelerated wear to the nearby roofing components. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Recommend replacing the evaporative cooling pads on the swamp cooler and cleaning the reservoir. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The circuit labels were missing, partial, or illegible at the electrical distribution panel. The circuit labels provide information describing the locations each individual circuit breaker provides power to. Recommend a qualified contractor to verify the breakers and accuracy of any existing labeling as necessary.

Screws/fasteners were missing at the electrical panel cover. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

One or more circuit breakers have two wires that are connected to a breaker designed for only one wire. This is known as a “double-tap” and is a defective condition. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or 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 TPRV pipe did not conspicuously terminate within 6 inches of the floor. This may allow high-pressure hot water to cause unnecessary damage. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.