Inspection Detail
Roof
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
Exterior
Detached Garage
Interior, Doors, Windows
Kitchen
Laundry
Bathroom
Plumbing
Electrical
Water Heating Equipment
Heating
Structural Crawlspace
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.
Some of the shingles appeared to be de-granulated in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
DEBRISThe roof was covered with debris in areas. This condition could trap moisture and conceal damage. Latent defects may exist. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
The inspector observed that the roof ridge/rafter sagged visibly. This condition could increase unless the structural problem is corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
The drip edge flashing along the rake/eave was improperly installed and did not divert water into the gutter. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
The drip edge flashing along the rake/eave was missing in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
One or more plumbing vents had a rubber boot flange that was damaged. This condition could allow moisture to penetrate the roof component. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
A plumbing vent did not extend far enough above the roof. A plumbing vent should extend a minimum of 10″. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
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.
MISSING END CAPSGutters were missing end caps which prevent water from overrunning the downspouts and draining directly onto the siding or ground beneath.
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.
No openable access hatch was provided through which to view roof framing. A sufficient attic opening (22 inches by 30 inches) is required for attics with an area greater than 30 square feet and a vertical height in excess of 30 inches.
Recommend having the attic area inspected by a qualified inspector after access has been provided, to help ensure that safe conditions exist.
The attic access was thoroughly textured and painted shut. An attempt was made to use a razor to separate the hatch, however it was not successful. Excessive force, significant cutting, and possible damage may result to the paint and drywall texture in an effort to open this hatch. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate the attic space once access is provided.
Minor cracking was visible on the driveway in some areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The concrete driveway was moderately cracked. Cracks that progress to a separation of 1/4″ and more would be an indication of settlement, heaving, or structural problems. Cracks may present a tripping hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The driveway was deteriorated or eroded in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The driveway surface was spalling in areas. This condition will continue to degrade if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The exterior of the garage door has weatherstripping missing in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should inspect and repair as necessary and according to current standards.
The distance between the bottom of wood components and the ground surface (or grade) was not sufficient. In locations that have little or no snow, the distance should be no less than 8 inches. In locations with significant lasting snow, the bottom of wood elements should be no less than 8 inches above the average snow depth.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
An exterior entry 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 tested GFCI would not reset. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
Dense vegetation was present around the house in areas. This condition limited and restricted my visual inspection. Dense vegetation and landscaping up against or near the house foundation and exterior walls may be prone to water penetration and insect infestation. Trimming, pruning, and some landscaping are recommended by a qualified contractor
The property had areas of neutral or negative drainage, which will route runoff from precipitation to the foundation. Excessive moisture content in soil supporting the foundation can cause foundation and other structural damage from undermining, heaving, or settling, depending on soil composition, moisture content, and other conditions. The ground around the property should slope away from all sides, ideally 6 inches for the first 10 feet from the house foundation perimeter. Downspouts, surface gutters, and drains should also be directing water away from the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary according to current standards.
Large trees near the house 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.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The outside water faucet has a damaged, missing, or loose knob. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The outside water faucet drips when off. 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.
One or more downspout extensions were too short. Recommend installing 6-8ft long (or greater as needed) extensions to divert rainwater runoff away from the property.
The roof covering material was damaged/deteriorated in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
More than one layer of roof covering material was observed when lifting and checking the condition at the edge. More than one layer of roof covering material can cause stress to the roof structure itself due to it having to support double the weight the structure was originally designed for. It may possibly conceal additional issues to the roof decking, flashing, or drainage system.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace according to current building standards.
The garage door was missing weather stripping or did not evenly seal at the floor. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make adjustments, repair, or replace as necessary.
The garage had one or more outlets without GFCI (or ground fault circuit interrupter) protection.
GFCI protection is 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 qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
An interior wall was leaning, wobbly, or weak at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The floor had a noticeable hump or rise. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The door had a damaged or missing doorstop. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The door swings open or closed by itself. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
An interior door rubs on the flooring when opening or closing. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
A wiring junction box was missing a cover plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
An electrical outlet had a missing faceplate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Although the 3-prong outlets installed in this property typically indicate a property with grounded branch wiring, this property had no grounding system installed to protect devices such as switches and electrical outlets. Although this condition may have been commonly considered safe or acceptable at the time the property was originally constructed, as general knowledge of safe building practices has improved with the passage of time, building standards have changed to reflect current understanding. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The floor had a noticeable hump or rise. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The food waste disposer was missing the wiring connector (clamp and bushing). A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The water feature at the refrigerator was not working at the time of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.
The door swings open or closed by itself. 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.
The door had a damaged or missing doorstop. 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.
An electrical outlet was not grounded. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The sink drain line was clogged or drains slowly. 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 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 too.
Recommend a qualified contractor to verify the breakers and accuracy of any existing labeling as necessary.
The manufacturer’s label was missing, partial, or illegible on the electrical service panel. The manufacturer’s label typically provides information describing the main panel such as the name of the panel manufacturer, the panel model number, the panel amperage rating, limitations related to the environment in which the panel was designed to be installed, and grounding/bonding information for that particular model. The Inspector was unable to confirm the existence of proper conditions when confirmation would require information taken from this missing label.
The HVAC electrical service shut-off switch for the heating system was not present. A disconnect is required unless the heating system is within line of sight of the main electrical panel. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.
The cover for the air filter is damaged or not securely installed.
Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The thermostat was installed at a location that may not allow it to perform as designed (too close to the exterior wall, window, or register). A qualified contractor should evaluate and relocate 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.
Areas of the crawlspace were visibly wet or soft/squishy under the vapor barrier. The ground showed signs of moisture intrusion. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The floor structure did not appear to be properly supported at the time of inspection. Floor joists should have proper hangars with proper fasteners and be correctly installed on top of support posts. Types of wood and length of spans may determine the requirement for additional supports within each span. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate further and repair or replace as needed.
A loose wire end and/or splice was located. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
