Inspection Detail
Roof
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
Exterior
Attached Garage
Interior, Doors, Windows
Kitchen
Laundry
Bathroom
Bathroom 2
Plumbing
Electrical
Water Heating Equipment
Heating
Cooling Not Present
Mold Inspection
Premier Partners
Structural Basement
The roof covering the head exposed nails in one or more areas. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate to seal the nail head openings or make general repairs or replacements as necessary.
The metal drip edge along the rake/eave is missing. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
One or more combustion appliance exhaust flue(s) exhibited heavy corrosion. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.
The insulation is thinner than current thermal resistance (R-value) standards.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
There was erosion, damage, and cracking to the driveway surface in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The exterior wall-covering bricks were loose and need to be secured in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
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 sprinkler system supply line was leaking at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
One or more vent covers were damaged. A damaged vent assembly can allow entry of water, air, or rodents into vent ducts or homes. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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 ledger board does not appear to be properly attached to the building. This can cause the deck to pull away from the building and possibly collapse. Ledger boards should be attached using 5/16 inch galvanized or hot-dipped screws and no more than 16 inches apart as well as lag bolts attached to the structural members of the home depending on the size of the deck.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The deck structure was improperly supported. This may be that support posts were connected to the structure (girder, beams) laterally using lag bolts, or beams are incorrectly notched to posts. The beam(s) should be installed on top of or notched partially on top of the support posts. This is a structural defect that may result in injury if not corrected.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Loose board(s) were visible on the flooring at the deck. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Flashing was missing from the ledger board. This flashing problem may allow water to enter the wall cavity or building components. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The exterior deck floor and/or other components were peeling paint. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Rotted or deteriorated wood was visible on the deck flooring and/or supports. This condition is a structural defect and a safety hazard if not corrected.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Deck stairs were not properly secured/supported at the time of inspection, missing the center stair stringer. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair replace as necessary.
The guard/handrail was loose and should be secured. A fall or injury could occur if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Improper spacing was noted between balusters, spindles, and rails. This is a safety hazard, especially for small children.
Guards may not allow the passage of a sphere 4 inches in diameter.
Correction and further evaluation are recommended.
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.
The downspout (s) need reconnecting to the existing drain line. 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. When moisture is introduced to the foundation it could also cause possible mold growth. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
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 garage door would not close without holding the button down at the time of the inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
A stairway of more than 3 steps is missing a handrail. This condition may be a safety hazard if not corrected.
Correction and further evaluation are recommended.
The door surface was damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
An interior door rubs at the door frame when closing. This may mean the door or frame is out of the square or that hinges may not be installed properly.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The window had damaged or missing lock hardware. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The light fixture flickered possibly indicating a loose connection at the switch or fixture. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
At the interior stairs, the handrail was missing. A fall or injury could occur if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Carbon monoxide detectors were not installed within a specified distance of each room lawfully used for sleeping purposes. The inspector recommends the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in appropriate locations. Colorado House bill 1091 became effective on July 1, 2009, which requires Carbon Monoxide detectors to be installed in most properties that has a fuel-burning heater or appliance, a fireplace, or an attached garage.
There are no carbon monoxide detectors on the lower or upper levels.
Carbon monoxide detectors did not operate when tested. The inspector recommends the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in appropriate locations. Colorado House bill 1091 became effective on July 1, 2009, which requires Carbon Monoxide detectors to be installed in most properties that have a fuel-burning heater or appliance, a fireplace, or an attached garage within a specified distance of each room lawfully used for sleeping purposes.
The smoke detector was missing. 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.
Some of the smoke detectors appeared to be old and beyond their expected life. A qualified person should repair or replace 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 flooring was loose or soft indicating moisture absorption or damage to the subfloor. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The sink drain line had a flex pipe used as part of the drain line. Flexible drain lines can smell, clog, leak or fail. Flex lines design includes multiple folds in which moisture may become trapped and mold may grow. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
No ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection was provided for the bathroom electrical outlets. Although GFCI protection of bathroom circuits may not have been required at the time 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 GFCI breaker.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The shower diverter was stuck and did not release when the water was turned off. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The door had one or more loose hinges. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The bathroom exhaust fan vented directly into another part of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The interior walls showed evidence that moisture was entering from behind possibly including damage and deterioration. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) Protection was not provided for all bathroom electrical outlets. Although GFCI protection of kitchen outlets may not have been required at the time in which this property was built, general knowledge, building standards, and field practices have all improved with the passage of time to reflect current understanding. 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.
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.
Solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring was present. This is an electrical hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate the electrical system and repair or replace it as necessary.
The aluminum wire appears to be installed on branch electrical circuits in the subject premises. This single-strand, branch circuit aluminum wires were used widely in houses during the mid-1960s and 1970s. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, problems due to expansion can cause overheating at connections between the wire and devices (switches and outlets) or at splices, which has resulted in fires. For further information on aluminum, wiring contacts the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission via the Internet at http://www.cpsc.gov.
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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 piping to the water heater is missing flex tubing to prevent the piping from breaking in case the concrete floor heaves or settles.
The gas-fired water heater exhaust flue had an improper connection to the furnace. This Y-Vent connection should have a double wall and it appeared to not have the proper connection. This could be a safety hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The combustion air supply for this appliance was not present. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary corrections according to current standards.
The fresh air supply is recommended by manufacturers for the efficient operation of fuel-burning appliances. Years ago, the air could come from inside or outside the building, however, more recent standards prefer for combustion air to come from the outside only.
The drain valve was leaking at the water heater. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The combustion air supply for this appliance was not present. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary corrections according to current standards.
The fresh air supply is recommended by manufacturers for the efficient operation of fuel-burning appliances. Years ago, the air could come from inside or outside the building, however, more recent standards prefer for combustion air to come from the outside only.
The HVAC system air filter was dirty. Clogged filters can restrict airflow and increase internal temperatures. A clean air filter will help increase the efficiency and prolong the life expectancy of the system. Due to the damage that can be caused by dirty or clogged coils, recommend replacing the filter, as well as cleaning, servicing, and evaluating the HVAC system by a qualified HVAC professional and repair or replace as necessary.
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 splice/Junction box was missing a cover plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
