Home Inspection Quarterland St Strasburg CO

The driveway needs gravel or backfill in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The siding and/or trim was damaged in areas of the exterior.

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

The exterior light fixture did not respond to the switch at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary according to current standards.

A GFCI outlet was defective (did not trip when tested). A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

One or more electrical outlet(s) were wired incorrectly with the hot and neutral wires being reversed. While the outlet still provides power to electronic equipment, a shock hazard has been created as there is still electricity running through the hot wire when the switch is off. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary according to current standards.

There was a gap above the exterior vent on the right side of the home that should be caulked. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

One or more cabinet drawers were missing the drawer tracks or rails and did not operate properly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary

The floor covering was not sealed at the edges and may allow moisture intrusion.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The sink had been removed at the time of inspection. 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 too.

Recommend a qualified contractor verify the breakers and accuracy of any existing labeling as necessary.

The TPRV pipe did not discharge to an air gap within the same room as the water heater (Pipe vented through wall or floor.) A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Gas leakage was detected at one or more gas line connection or burner. This is a safety hazard which immediate repair by a qualified plumbing contractor is recommended. The gas supply piping included a shutoff valve in the vicinity of the heating system 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.

The HVAC system air filter was missing. 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.

The air-conditioner refrigerant suction line (large, insulated) exterior wall penetration should be sealed to prevent moisture and insect intrusion. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

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.