Roof
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
Exterior
Attached Garage
Interior, Doors, Windows
Kitchen
Laundry
Bathroom
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Plumbing
Electrical
Water Heating Equipment
Heating
Cooling
Structural Basement
Mold Inspection
Premier Partners
The roof covering material was damaged/deteriorated in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
Gutters were full of debris or granules in areas and need to be cleaned. The debris in gutters can clog drainage, or be sign gutters are sloped improperly – Either of which may cause problems by overflowing to introduce 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.
Debris in gutters can also conceal rust, deterioration, or leaks that are not visible until cleaned.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The insulation had been walked on or had stored items compressing it, which reduces the R-value.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The siding and/or trim appeared to be rotted in areas. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
An entry door had a loose knob or handle at the time of inspection.
The locking hardware is damaged or not installed properly and the door isn’t able to be locked. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection was not provided for all 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 an in-use weatherproof covering. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The lawn sprinkler system supply valves appeared to be corroded and/or leaking at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary according to current standards.
The outside water faucet is connected to a garden hose. The hose could not be removed to inspect the faucet’s current operation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The exterior hose bib dripped from the anti-siphon when operated.
The concrete floor in the garage was cracked. Due to expansive soils, minor cracks are to be expected in the slabs or control joints. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The garage door was hard to lift or the spring(s) did not support the weight of the door when tested.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The garage door was hard to lift or the spring(s) did not support the weight of the door when tested.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and 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.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection was not provided for all the garage electrical outlets. A qualified contractor should evaluate and implement according to current standards.
Although GFCI protection of garage circuits may not have been required at the time in which this property was built, GFCI protection is now required for all 15- and 20-amp receptacles in a garage, including outlets for refrigerators, sprinkler systems, garage door openers, and washing machines – some items may not be protected on purpose due to the potential for them to go unnoticed and cause damage.
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.
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 or CO detector was beeping at the time of inspection and likely has low battery life or the detector itself may be defective. Recommend further evaluation of all detectors to repair or replace as needed.
A GFCI outlet was defective and will not reset once tripped. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The cooktop was cracked or damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
One or more bulbs were not working in the bathroom at the time of inspection.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The cabinet floor was damaged. This may be from excessive leaking pipes, condensation, or even leaking cleaners stored in cabinets over the years.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The tub/shower drain line was clogged or drains slowly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The sink drain pipe was leaking at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
A GFCI outlet was defective (did not trip when tested). A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The property water supply pressure is measured at the exterior faucet or laundry appliance hose bib. Property water supply pressure exceeded the 80 pounds per square inch (PSI) limit considered the maximum allowable by generally accepted current standards. Excessively high water pressure can stress connections in the plumbing system and appliances are likely to cause leaks.
A qualified contractor should install a pressure regulator or evaluate and repair or replace one as necessary.
The expansion tank was not properly secured. 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.
Flames were not entirely burning a blue color. Orange and yellow flames may be an indicator that the fuel-air mixture is not right and gas may not be burning as efficiently as possible. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate to adjust, repair, or replace fuel-burning components as necessary.
The HVAC system air filter was very dirty or clogged. This condition reflects a lack of regular maintenance of the HVAC system. 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 heating and cooling 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 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 blower motor and/or wheel appeared to be dirty at the time of inspection. Blower fan motors and fan wheels are subjected to constant dirt, dust, and lint and can become overly dirty when not cleaned on a regular basis and even faster if the air filters are not changed regularly.
A qualified contractor should evaluate, clean, and service as necessary, and certify the unit is in good working order.
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.
A vapor barrier was not installed in the basement at the time of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install as necessary.
