Home Inspection Zenobia St Unit A2 Westminster CO

One or more combustion appliance exhaust flue(s) did not extend far enough above the roof. To ensure proper and safe operation, exhaust flues should extend at least 3 feet above the roof, and 2 feet above any portion of the roof within 10 feet (measured horizontally).  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The exterior of garage door has one or more dented/damaged panels. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The exterior wall-covering material was loose in one or more areas at the front of the home. A qualified contractor should 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.

The sliding glass door was not locking and may need adjustment. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Cracking or separation was present at the concrete step(s) in areas at the front of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

There were signs of moderate cracking on the walkway(s) in areas. Cracks that progress to a separation of 1/4″ and more would be an indication of settlement, heaving, or structural problems. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A step(s) were chipped/damaged in areas in areas at the front of the home. As a result the support post was loose/not properly supported. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The walkway(s) surface was pitted in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A stairway of more than 3 steps or drop of over 30″ was missing a handrail at the front of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 5 – Attached Garage

The concrete floor in the garage was cracked. Due to expansive soils, minor cracks are to be expected in the slabs or control joints. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The garage floor had surface spalling in areas. This condition will continue to degrade if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace 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. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The handrail is loose. This condition may be a safety hazard if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The carpet was stained in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The floor squeaks when stepped on in the upstairs bedroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

One or more light bulbs were not working in the guest bedroom at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The backsplash was loose in areas in the kitchen. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The walls showed signs of minor cracks in areas in the primary bathroom.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The tile floor had missing or damaged grout in areas in the primary bathroom.  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 sink in the primary bathroom was slow to drain. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sink was missing the stopper or it did not work properly in the primary bathroom at the time of the inspection. 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.

There was a leak at the shower head connection in the hall bathroom at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The bathtub finish was chipped or damaged in the hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Tiles on the wall in the bath/shower area had missing or damaged grout in areas in the hall bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The floor had a noticeable soft spot in the basement bathroom. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Caulking in the shower/tub area was deteriorated in the basement bathroom at the time of inspection. 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 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 to. Recommend a qualified contractor verify the breakers and accuracy of any existing labeling as necessary.

The manufacturer’s label was missing, partial, or illegible at 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 water heater (2011)  was at or beyond its warranty and/or expected life expectancy.

The water heater age was determined by the photo included in this report. According to the U.S. Department of energy, these major appliances are intended to run for between 8 and 12 years. Be advised that every water heater will age differently relative to the following life span factors: water quality, mineral buildup, frequency of flushing, the volume of water utilized, size of the tank, brand, and quality of water heater. Although it was operating at the time of the inspection, the inspector can not determine the remaining life of the water heater.

Pipe fittings at the water heating equipment were corroded. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The water temperature was higher than the acceptable range of 120-130 degrees. We recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The condensation drain components for the HVAC system were leaking due to a broken pipe. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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 not properly secured. 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.