2 – Roof
2.7.1 – Roof Drainage Systems
Roof Drainage Systems 1
Roof Drainage Systems 2
DEBRIS IN GUTTERS

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.

2.7.2 – Roof Drainage Systems
Roof Drainage Systems 3
INCORRECT SLOPE
GARAGE

Gutters were noticeably flat or sloped “away from” the downspouts, which will prevent the water from being properly drained through the downspouts and away from the foundation.

This may even cause the water to overflow and cause damage to exterior walls and siding, or 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. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

 4 – Exterior
4.2.1 – Driveways
Driveways 1
Driveways 2
CRACKING – MINOR

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.

4.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
LOOSE – SIDING

The exterior wall-covering material was loose in one or more areas.

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

4.4.2 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 1
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 2
SEAL GAPS AT INTERSECTIONS
MULTIPLE AREAS

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.

4.13.1 – Sprinkler System Supply Line
Sprinkler System Supply Line 1
CORRODED – SPRINKLER SUPPLY VALVES

The lawn sprinkler system supply valves appeared to be corroded and/or leaking at time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary according to current standards.

 5 – Attached Garage
5.4.1 – Floor
Floor 1
CRACKING – COMMON
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. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

 6 – Interior, Doors, Windows
6.5.1 – Windows
Windows 1
Windows 2
SEALANT AROUND FRAME

The sealant was damaged, deteriorated or otherwise insufficient around the window. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

6.7.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
FAN MISSING REMOTE
PRIMARY BEDROOM

The ceiling fan did not respond to any wall switches. The fixture may be wired to be controlled by a remote but there was not remote available at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.8.1 – Stairways & Railings
LOOSE – HANDRAIL

At the interior stairs, the handrail was loose.  A fall or injury could occur if not corrected. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 8 – Laundry
8.9.1 – Electrical Outlets
Electrical Outlets 1
GFCI PROTECTION NOT PRESENT
LAUNDRY AREA

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.

 9 – Bathroom
9.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 2
MISSING – BULB
PRIMARY BATHROOM

The light fixture was missing one or more bulbs. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 10 – Bathroom 2
10.3.1 – Exhaust Fan
Exhaust Fan 1
NOT WORKING
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The bathroom exhaust fan did not work.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

10.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
MISSING – BULB
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The light fixture was missing one or more bulbs. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

10.12.1 – Plumbing Fixtures
WATER NOT DIVERTED
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The shower diverter did not divert all of the water to the shower and a stream of water passed though bathtub spout when the shower was on.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 14 – Water Heating Equipment
14.3.1 – Pipe Connections
Pipe Connections 1
Pipe Connections 2
CORRODED – PIPE FITTINGS

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.

14.7.1 – Gas Supply Shut-Off Valve
GAS LEAK

Gas leakage was detected at exposed gas piping connection. The gas supply piping included a shutoff valve in the vicinity of the heater for service personnel and emergency use. The valve was not operated as part of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.