2 – Roof
2.4.1 – Flashing
Flashing 1
Flashing 2
VENT FLASHING NOT SEALED

The vent flashing, used to protect areas of the roof from moisture intrusion, was inadequately sealed at the time of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

2.7.1 – Roof Drainage Systems

Roof Drainage Systems 1

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.

 4 – Exterior
4.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 1
CRACKING – MINOR

Siding showed cracking and or damage in one or more places. Recommend monitoring, and if the problem exacerbates, 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 2
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 3
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.

4.5.1 – Eaves, Soffits & Fascia
Eaves, Soffits & Fascia 1
WASP NEST
BACK LEFT

It Wasp nest is present at the time of inspection. Recommend removing by qualified contractor.

4.10.1 – Window Wells
Window Wells 1
WINDOW WELLS MISSING COVERS

Window Well(s) lacked covers and may represent a danger to small children and may trap pests. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.21.1 – Roof Drainage – Downspouts & Extensions
Roof Drainage - Downspouts & Extensions 1
EXTENSIONS NOT POSITIONED PROPERLY

One or more downspout extensions were not properly positioned. Extensions should be properly attached with a proper slope to guide run-off 5 feet away from the foundation structure.

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

4.21.2 – Roof Drainage – Downspouts & Extensions
Roof Drainage - Downspouts & Extensions 2
MISSING – EXTENSIONS

Downspout(s) are missing the proper 6 ft. extensions. This condition may cause problems by introducing excessive amounts of moisture to the soil beneath the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

 5 – Attached Garage
5.2.1 – Occupant Door
Occupant Door 1
NOT SELF CLOSING

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.

5.4.1 – Floor
Floor 1
CRACKING – COMMON

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
6.4.1 – Doors
RUBS FRAME

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.

6.7.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
NOT WORKING – BULB(S)

One or more light bulbs were not working at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

6.12.1 – Bar Sink Outlets
Bar Sink Outlets 1
Bar Sink Outlets 2
Bar Sink Outlets 3
HOT AND NEUTRAL REVERSED
BAR
 7 – Kitchen
7.2.1 – Doors
Doors 1
MISSING – DOORSTOP

The door had a damaged or missing doorstop.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

7.16.1 – Mounted Microwave
NOT CHIME

The microwave chime was not functioning at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 9 – Bathroom
9.9.1 – Cabinets & Counters
Cabinets & Counters 1
CAULKING – NEEDS TOUCH UPS
PRIMARY BATHROOM

Caulking at the bathroom counter area was a poor installation, or had areas in poor condition and needs a touch-up. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed

9.13.1 – Toilets
LOOSE-TOILET TO TANK
PRIMARY BATHROOM

The toilet was loose at the tank to toilet connection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

9.15.1 – Fixture Valve Installation And Temperature
Fixture Valve Installation And Temperature 1
WATER NOT HOT
PRIMARY BATHROOM

The hot water in the shower did not get over 100 degrees whereas the nearby faucets did. This may indicate that either the mixing valve (safety feature to limit potential scalding) or control cartridge needs adjustment to achieve a hot shower. There may be a more significant issue, that only further evaluation can reveal.

Hot and cold supply was installed correctly and the property’s overall hot water temperature was within an acceptable range.

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

 10 – Bathroom 2
10.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
NOT WORKING – BULB
1/2 BATHROOM

One or more bulbs was not working in the bathroom at the time of inspection.

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

 11 – Bathroom 3
11.6.1 – Windows
Windows 1
SCREENS DAMAGED/MISSING
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

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

11.12.1 – Plumbing Fixtures
LEAK – SHOWER HEAD
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

There was a leak at the shower head connection at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

11.13.1 – Toilets
LOOSE AT THE FLOOR
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

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.

11.15.1 – Fixture Valve Installation And Temperature
Fixture Valve Installation And Temperature 1
WATER NOT HOT
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The hot water in the shower did not get over 100 degrees whereas the nearby faucets did. This may indicate that either the mixing valve (safety feature to limit potential scalding) or control cartridge needs adjustment to achieve a hot shower. There may be a more significant issue, that only further evaluation can reveal.

Hot and cold supply was installed correctly and the property’s overall hot water temperature was within an acceptable range.

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

11.17.1 – Installed Heat Source
Installed Heat Source 1
NO HEAT FURNACE
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

The supply register supplied no detectable heat at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 12 – Bathroom 4
12.2.1 – Doors
HARDWARE NOT RECESSED
BASEMENT BATHROOM

The door had improperly installed door hardware that was not recessed flush with the door and/or jamb.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

12.13.1 – Toilets
LOOSE AT THE FLOOR
BASEMENT BATHROOM

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.

 14 – Electrical
14.2.1 – Distribution Panels
Distribution Panels 1
SCREWS SHARP – PANEL COVER

Sharp screws / fasteners we used at the electrical panel cover. This could be potentially hazardous if the screws puncture a live electrical wire. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

14.6.1 – Electrical Wiring
Electrical Wiring 1
MELTED WIRE

One or more wire appears to be melted from overheating near circuit breakers.

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

 

 15 – Water Heating Equipment
15.7.1 – Gas Supply Shut-Off Valve
Gas Supply Shut-Off Valve 1
NO DRIP LEG

The gas supply line lacked a sediment or drip leg. This condition could allow small particles in the gas supply to enter the mechanical. A qualified contractor should evaluate then repair or replace as advised.

15.13.1 – Water Temperature
Water Temperature 1
WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH

The water temperature was higher than the acceptable range of 120-130 degrees. We recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat.

 16 – Heating
16.5.1 – Gas Supply Shut-Off Valve
Gas Supply Shut-Off Valve 1
NO DRIP LEG

The gas supply line lacked a sediment or drip leg. This condition could allow small particles in the gas supply to enter the mechanical. A qualified contractor should evaluate then repair or replace as advised.