Inspection Detail
Roof
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
Exterior
Detached Garage
Interior, Doors, Windows
Kitchen
Laundry
Bathroom
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Plumbing
Electrical
Water Heating Equipment
Heating
Cooling Not Present
Mold Inspection
Well Water
Premier Partners
Structural Crawlspace
Fireplace or Stove
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.
The ridge shingles, used to protect areas of the roof from moisture intrusion, were damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
A plumbing vent appeared to lack proper clearance from a valley, sidewall, openable window, door, ventilation, or air intake. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
The mortar crown was damaged, cracked, or deteriorated at the time of inspection. This condition could allow moisture to penetrate the chimney. 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 roof decking had been damaged or altered. This can affect the overall structural integrity of the roof, and cause the roof to sag or fail in that area.
Trusses are specifically engineered and designed to support the roof and loads placed on it, such as snow. The individual components of a truss — webs, connectors, gusset plates, straps, clips, and fasteners — and all trusses in a roof are designed to perform together as a system. Recommend further evaluation by a licensed roofing contractor and/or structural engineer to determine the effect of the damage or alterations, and options for any necessary repairs.
Visible signs of water intrusion in the attic are present on rafters, trusses, or the roof decking. Water intrusion can lead to more costly repairs and increase damage if not corrected. The extent of intrusion or how often it occurs could not be determined. A qualified contractor should evaluate 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.
The siding and/or trim appeared to be rotted in areas. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The roof covering had minor damage from hail, wind, and/or foot traffic. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The entrance door to the garage had a cracked glass pane. Recommend having a qualified contractor 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.
An outlet in the detached garage was damaged at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
A window had cracked glass or windowpane.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
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.
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 countertop needs caulking with silicone along the backsplash. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Tiles on the wall in the bath/shower area had missing or damaged grout. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
A window had a missing screen. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Part of the main water supply pipe was a three-quarter-inch galvanized pipe. This is an outdated material and as corrosion reduces the diameter of the pipe interior, the water flow will be increasingly restricted. All galvanized pipes in the property may need to be replaced soon. The Inspector recommends that before the expiration of your Inspection objection you consult with a qualified plumbing contractor to discuss options and costs for replacement if necessary.
The property contained some galvanized steel water distribution pipes. These pipes are outdated and subject to corrosion which will eventually result in restricted flow and leakage and will need to be replaced. Water flow in the property was satisfactory at the time of the inspection.
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 it 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 the soil. Reducing humidity levels can help reduce the chances of mold growth and deterioration of structural components. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install a soil cover as necessary.
There was a “Knob and Tube” wiring present. As a safety rule Knob and Tube wiring should never have insulation covering this wire or overheating can occur. The section of knob and tube inspected did not appear to be live at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate 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.
The splice/Junction box was missing a cover plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
There was a dead mouse at one of the entrances to the crawl space. Several bait stations were present around the exterior of the property at the time of inspection.
The visible areas of the firebox and chimney flue were dirty at the time of the inspection. Most of the chimney flue was inaccessible and was not inspected. Dirty flues are potential fire hazards and should be cleaned by a professional. The buyer stated that the seller had the chimney cleaned this year. Recommended that sellers provide documentation of cleaning. Recommend having the chimney evaluated by a C.S.I. (Chimney Safety Institute) -qualified chimney sweep.
