Home Inspection W 80th Pl Unit 102 Arvada CO

The walls showed signs of minor damage and wear.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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

Windows installed in the home appeared to be worn or aged. This apparent condition can mean the windows are deteriorated or difficult to operate, and can also mean they are not consistent with current efficiency standards. They were possibly original and were either at or near their serviceable lifespan. Recommend further evaluation by a qualified contractor and budgeting for potential future replacement.

An electrical outlet had a loose or damaged faceplate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

The counter was missing an end cap.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The door 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.

The bathroom exhaust fan did not work.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The walls showed signs of minor damage and wear.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Flexible drain lines can 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.

The toilet was loose on the floor. This condition typically is caused by loose bolts or nuts and/or missing floor seals. Loose toilet can result in leaks, water damage, and mold, as well as damage to the toilet, water supply lines, bolts, and drainage pipes. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The main electrical distribution panel was manufactured by Sylvania. Sylvania electrical equipment is considered obsolete, due to a design flaw in which the circuit breaker’s connection to the bus bar becomes loose, causing arcing and subsequent overheating. Long-term exposure to this heat can cause the breaker to fuse to the bus bar, making it impossible to remove. Even worse, it can cause the breaker’s contacts to fuse together, thus preventing the breaker from tripping even in an overcurrent situation, thereby causing a potential fire hazard. A qualified electrical contractor should inspect and repair or replace as necessary.

The TPRV pipe did not discharge to an air gap within the same room as the water heater (Pipe vented through wall or floor.) A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The drip pan for the water heating equipment was damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Due to the year of manufacture, the heating system is assumed to be near the end of its expected service life. Regular maintenance and monitoring of its condition are recommended. Budgeting for repairs and future replacement is recommended. A qualified contractor should evaluate to clean, service/repair/replace as necessary, and certify the unit if possible.  InterNACHI’s Standard Estimate Life Expectancy Chart for Homes

The B-Vent (double wall) exhaust flue had improper clearance from combustible materials. This type of vent requires a 1-inch minimum clearance from combustibles. This condition is a potential fire hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The furnace exhaust flue pipe was sealed improperly at the time of the inspection. Flue pipe connections should be sealed by 3 or more screws as most tapes (or tape adhesives) are not able to resist prolonged exposure to high heat.

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

The secondary drain line was capped or not routed to a drain. If the primary drain line becomes blocked, this condition could cause condensation to not drain properly and possibly damage the unit. The inspector recommends installing a secondary drain or installing an overflow protection device. A qualified contractor should evaluate and then repair or replace as advised.

The condensation line was missing a trap. This condition allows the conditioned air to escape through the condensation line. A qualified contractor should evaluate and then repair or replace as advised.

Due to the year of manufacture, the cooling system is assumed to be near the end of its expected service life. Regular maintenance and monitoring of its condition are recommended. Budgeting for repairs and future replacement is recommended. A qualified contractor should evaluate to clean, service/repair/replace as necessary, and certify the unit if possible.  InterNACHI’s Standard Estimated Life Expectancy Chart for Homes

The manufacturing label on the system was worn out and illegible. This is an indication of old age or prolonged exposure to harsh elements. Recommend a qualified contractor further evaluate and repair or replace.

The air-conditioner refrigerant suction line (large, insulated) has damaged or missing insulation in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/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.

10.3.2 – AC Compressor

Surface and/or interior components of the AC condenser showed rust in areas. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate, service, and repair or replace as necessary.