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Infrared Thermal Imaging
Wood Destroying Organisms
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Gutters were full of debris or granules in areas and need to be cleaned. The debris in gutters can clog drainage, or be a 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 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 attic access hatch was not properly insulated. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The attic hatch was not the proper size to access the attic itself. The rough framed opening must measure a minimum of 22 by 30 inches to allow a full-grown adult to safely enter and exit. Should there be an appliance in the attic, the dimensions may be required to increase to allow the appliance to be removed.
The 2012 International Residential Code requires an attic access opening for attics with an area greater than 30 square feet and a vertical height in excess of 30 inches.
There appeared to be daylight coming into the attic area.
The insulation is thinner than current thermal resistance (R-value) standards.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
Gable vent was damaged, which could allow pests to enter.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
There were penetrations in areas of the siding at the time of inspection. Recommend applying appropriate sealant to these areas to prevent potential moisture or pest intrusion. A qualified contractor should further evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Gaps at intersections of the siding, trim, and door and window openings, as well as any other holes in the siding, should be sealed with an appropriate sealant to prevent water penetration into the wall system. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
It Wasp nest is present at the time of inspection. Recommend removing by qualified contractor.
An entry door had damaged or deteriorated weather stripping at the time of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised.
An exterior electrical outlet was loose in the wall. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The walkway(s) showed signs of heaving and/or settling in areas. Heaving is often caused by soil that has expanded in volume due to increased moisture content, or by wet soil which has expanded as it became frozen. Settlement is when the soil below a concrete slab is loose or it can no longer support the weight causing it to sink or crack.
- This causes cracks in the concrete.
- This creates trip hazards that could result in injury.
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.
One or more exterior faucet was loose in the wall. The faucet should be securely fastened to the wall using appropriate screws depending on the material at the location of the faucet. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The outside water faucet had a significant leak from the knob/handle when the water pressure gauge was attached. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
A gas burning appliance had an exhaust vent installed without proper clearance from a fresh air intake vent or window.
Flue exhaust vents at the exterior of the home should be at least 10 feet away from any air intake and not installed under an openable window. The exhaust air should not be directed onto a walkway. The exhaust vent should include a damper that closes when the fan is not exhausting. The exhaust vent may come with a screen or grille to keep out birds and other animals.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
Downspout(s) are loose. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. Excessive moisture in soil supporting the foundation can affect its ability to support the weight of the structure above and may cause foundation damage from soil movement. When moisture is introduced to the foundation it could also cause possible mold growth. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
One or more down spout 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 is bulged or bubbled in some areas, which may make it more susceptible to damage. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Excessive debris was present in the roofing at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The inspector observed deflection of the roof decking in some areas was noted. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
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 concrete floor in the garage was cracked.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair 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.
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.
Minor cracking was visible on the interior ceilings. 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 had missing or damaged floor guides. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The window did not close completely. 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.
The dishwasher kickplate was Missing. 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.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The bathroom exhaust fan was noisy when on. A qualified contractor should evaluate 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 circuit breaker for the air conditioning unit was rated higher than the manufacture’s recommendation. This condition may cause damage to the unit or result in a fire due to the breaker not operating as designed. Recommend having a qualified contractor repair or replace as necessary.
There was dense vegetation around the exterior cooling unit. When vegetation is too close to the unit, it can limit heat dissipation and limit effectiveness.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and cut back vegetation as necessary to improve performance.
Due to the current conditions at the time of inspection, the air conditioner is recommended to be cleaned, evaluated, and serviced by a qualified contractor. Consult with your real estate agent for your available options prior to closing.
An infrared inspection of the building envelope from the interior revealed a temperature anomaly in the insulation and or the presence of moisture intrusion. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
NOTE: Many factors can affect the ability to detect any anomalies including indoor air temperature, outside air temperature, shade/time of day, weather conditions, humidity levels, insulation type, exterior siding type, and more.
Quantity and concentration of “other” spore types:
This score indicates the likelihood that other types of mold present in the indoor sample originated from indoor sources. This score includes a heterogeneous group of genera that are not covered by any of the scores discussed above, and so it is difficult to make generalizations about this group. Molds in the “other” category are generally found outdoors in moderate numbers, and are therefore not considered markers of indoor growth. They are frequently found indoors but in lower numbers compared to Cladosporium and Penicillium/Aspergillus spores.
The most common types of mold in the “Other” category is smuts, periconia, and myxomycetes. The spores of smuts, periconia, and myxomycetes look similar and cannot generally be distinguished by spore trap analysis. Smuts are plant pathogens and are not likely to be on indoor surfaces. Periconia is rarely found growing indoors. However, myxomycetes, the spores of which look similar, can occasionally grow indoors. Because there is a small probability of indoor sources, these spore types are indicated in the “other” spore types category. False positives may result if the spores are smuts, not myxomycetes.
We recommend that you consult with an EPA certified mold mitigation company if you are not familiar with how to locate and safely remove mold growth or how to identify and correct moisture problems that may exist.
Recommend contacting a qualified mold mitigation company for further evaluation of the moderate or high levels of “Other” spore types that were identified in the air sample that was taken at the time of the inspection. A recommendation for a local company is Spectrum Cleaning and Restoration at 720-316-6850.
