Home Inspection Wilde Pergine view Colorado Springs CO

The attic access hatch was damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The door between the garage and the living space failed to close by itself. Modern safety requirements require that the door between the home interior and the garage be self-closing for safety reasons related to fire hazard and toxic fumes. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Indications of movement from heaving/settling of the concrete floor were present in the garage. Significant movement may be a compromise the structural integrity of the foundation or structure of the garage which only a qualified structural engineer could comment after further analysis.

Recommend a qualified structural engineer inspect further and provide a professional opinion related to this observation.

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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 floors showed signs of minor damage and wear, particularly in high-traffic areas.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The dishwasher made an unusual noise when on.  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.

The tile floor had missing or damaged grout.  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 tile floor had missing or damaged grout.  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 drain stop did not work or did not hold water in the sink.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Some caulking/grout in the tub shower area was loose, old, or poorly done. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and re-caulk as needed.

The door had areas of peeling paint.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet was loose at 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 door swings open or closed by itself.  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 counter top was  loose and not fastened securely.  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.

Air flow to the air-conditioner condenser coils was restricted by vegetation, dirt, or debris. The unit should be cleaned and anything restricting air flow in or around the air conditioner should be removed in order to maintain cooling system efficiency and avoid problems from overheating of the compressor.

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.