Home Inspection N Emporia Ct Denver CO

The gutters were missing in areas.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Minor cracking was visible on the driveway in areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The siding and/or trim was damaged in areas of the exterior.

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

The siding and/or trim in areas was missing paint.

Recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

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 inspector observed a wire that was improperly terminated. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.

Cracking or separation was present at the concrete step(s) in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

A step(s) were damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

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.

Pipes had minor surface rust at the gas meter. Monitoring and contacting a qualified professional to further evaluate for repairs is recommended

One or more vent was missing a screen. A damaged vent assembly can allow entry of water, air, or rodents into vent ducts or home.  Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

An interior wall in the garage was damaged.

Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

A junction box in the garage was missing a faceplate cover. Recommend a qualified contractor install the missing piece.

The drywall wall, ceiling, and/or trim was not finished properly. This may be one or more of the following: loose sections, missing pieces, missing caulking and/or paint, or poor application of any of the wall, ceiling, finishing components.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Floor covering materials were  missing at interior areas. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and install as necessary.

The door was damaged.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The door was missing a handle or knob.  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 square or that hinges may not be installed properly.

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Some windows had damaged or missing screens.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The light fixture did not operate when the switch was turned on. Try replacing the bulb first. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There was a gap at the seam on the handrail in the basement. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.

The drywall wall, ceiling, and/or trim was not finished properly. This may be one or more of the following: loose sections, missing pieces, missing caulking and/or paint, or poor application of any of the wall, ceiling, finishing components.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The door was missing a handle or knob.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The drywall wall, ceiling, and/or trim was not finished properly. This may be one or more of the following: loose sections, missing pieces, missing caulking and/or paint, or poor application of any of the wall, ceiling, finishing components.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The tile floor had missing or damaged grout.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The inspector observed overspray on the window frame. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.

The door was missing a handle or knob.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The floor covering was not sealed at the edges and may allow moisture intrusion.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet was caulked all-around at the time of inspection. Caulking around a toilet should leave about a one-inch gap in the caulk at the back of the toilet. The gap is to allow water to escape out in the event of a leak, otherwise, a leak may create damage as it’s not able to be discovered as quickly. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

The door was missing a handle or knob.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet was caulked all-around at the time of inspection. Caulking around a toilet should leave about a one-inch gap in the caulk at the back of the toilet. The gap is to allow water to escape out in the event of a leak, otherwise, a leak may create damage as it’s not able to be discovered as quickly. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

The door was missing a handle or knob.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The floor covering was not sealed at the edges and may allow moisture intrusion.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet was caulked all-around at the time of inspection. Caulking around a toilet should leave about a one-inch gap in the caulk at the back of the toilet. The gap is to allow water to escape out in the event of a leak, otherwise, a leak may create damage as it’s not able to be discovered as quickly. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

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 as necessary.

The inspector observed foreign debris in the burn chamber of the furnace. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.

The HVAC supply and return ducts were dirty at the time of the inspection and in need of cleaning. Recommend having all the HVAC supply and return ducts cleaned by a qualified contractor.

Air supply ducts were not sealed. Ideally all ducts are sealed with mastic in order to be more energy-efficient. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

The HVAC system air filter was missing. This condition reflects a lack of regular maintenance of the HVAC system. Clogged filters can restrict air flow 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 filter, as well as cleaning, servicing and evaluating of the HVAC system by a qualified HVAC professional and repair or replace as necessary.

The blower motor, wheel, and/or cabinet appeared to be dirty at the time of inspection. Blower fans/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 heating system did fire and appeared to be in 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 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.

The AC service disconnect was installed above the block. This condition could trap water. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.

A junction box was missing a cover plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.