INSPECTION DETAILS
General Information
Roof – Not Installed
Attic and Ventilation
Framing Members & Structure
Electrical – Not Installed
Gas Supply & Piping – Not Installed
Plumbing _ Not Installed
Water Heater – Not Installed
Venting Components
Ducting -Not Installed
Heating Not Installed
Cooling Not Installed
Structural Basement
Structural Crawlspace
The following items or discoveries indicate that these systems or components do not function as intended or adversely affects the habitability of the dwelling; or warrants further investigation by a specialist, or requires subsequent observation. This summary shall not contain recommendations for routine upkeep of a system or component to keep it in proper functioning condition or recommendations to upgrade or enhance the function or efficiency of the home.
This Summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the customer. It is recommended that the customer read the complete report.
Home inspectors are not required to report on the following: Life expectancy of any component or system; The causes of the need for a repair; The methods, materials, and costs of corrections; The suitability of the property for any specialized use; Compliance or non-compliance with codes, ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements or restrictions; The market value of the property or its marketability; The advisability or inadvisability of purchase of the property; Any component or system that was not observed; The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents, or insects; or Cosmetic items, underground items, or items not permanently installed. Home inspectors are not required to: Offer warranties or guarantees of any kind; Calculate the strength, adequacy, or efficiency of any system or component; Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to the home inspector or other persons; Operate any system or component that is shut down or otherwise inoperable; Operate any system or component that does not respond to normal operating controls; Disturb insulation, move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice, or debris that obstructs access or visibility; Determine the presence or absence of any suspected adverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, including but not limited to mold, toxins, carcinogens, noise, contaminants in the building or in soil, water, and air; Determine the effectiveness of any system installed to control or remove suspected hazardous substances; Predict future condition, including but not limited to failure of components; Since this report is provided for the specific benefit of the customer(s), secondary readers of this information should hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet their specific needs and to obtain current information concerning this property.
The soffit baffles were missing at the time of inspection. Baffles are chutes that, when installed properly, can provide a channel for air to flow from your exterior soffit vents up into your attic space. That airflow is intended to churn the stale air in your attic which helps to remove moisture and control the temperature of your attic. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
A stud/sub-floor had a notch or hole that was too large that may compromise the member in the pantry area. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The stud straps were missing in areas in the garage. A stud strap is required whenever four or more boards are combined to create a structural support column from floor to ceiling. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The stud straps were missing in areas in the kitchen. A stud strap is required whenever four or more boards are combined to create a structural support column from floor to ceiling. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The stud straps were missing in areas near the rear entrance. A stud strap is required whenever four or more boards are combined to create a structural support column from floor to ceiling. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The stud straps were missing in areas in the in the upstairs front bedroom. A stud strap is required whenever four or more boards are combined to create a structural support column from floor to ceiling. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The subfloor was damaged/compromised in areas at the bottom of the stairwell. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The stairwell was damaged on the riser in areas in the stairwell. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The exhaust vents were not installed in the bathrooms at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The exhaust vents were not installed in the laundry at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The dryer vent was not installed in the laundry at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The exhaust vents were not installed in the kitchen at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
No soil cover was installed at the time of the inspection. Soil covers help reduce humidity levels in crawlspaces by limiting moisture evaporation into the air from soil. Reducing humidity levels can help reduce the chances for mold growth and deterioration of structural components. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install a soil cover as necessary.
There is no insulation on the crawlspace exterior walls or floor system. Heat loss can occur more on this property than one that is properly insulated. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install as necessary.
