Home Inspection N Harlan St Unit 1-6 Lakewood CO

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Roof 1

Exterior 1

Attached Garage 1

Interior, Doors, Windows 1

Kitchen 1

Laundry 1

Bathroom 1 Unit 1

Bathroom 2 Unit 1

Bathroom 3 Unit 1

Bathroom 4 Unit 1

Electrical 1

Plumbing 1

Water Heating Equipment 1

Heating 1

Cooling 1

Roof 2

Exterior 2

Attached Garage 2

Interior, Doors, Windows 2

Kitchen 2

Laundry 2

Bathroom 5 Unit 2

Bathroom 6 Unit 2

Bathroom 7 Unit 2

Electrical 2

Plumbing 2

Water Heating Equipment 2

Heating 2

Cooling 2

Roof 3

Exterior 3

Attached Garage 3

Interior, Doors, Windows 3

Kitchen 3

Laundry 3

Bathroom 8 Unit 3

Bathroom 9 Unit 3

Bathroom 10 Unit 3

Electrical 3

Plumbing 3

Water Heating Equipment 3

Heating 3

Cooling 3

Roof 4

Exterior 4

Attached Garage 4

Interior, Doors, Windows 4

Kitchen 4

Laundry 4

Bathroom 11 Unit 4

Bathroom 12 Unit 4

Bathroom 13 Unit 4

Bathroom 14 Unit 4

Electrical 4

Plumbing 4

Water Heating Equipment 4

Heating 4

Cooling 4

Roof 5

Exterior 5

Attached Garage 5

Interior, Doors, Windows 5

Kitchen 5

Laundry 5

Bathroom 15 Unit 5

Bathroom 16 Unit 5

Bathroom 17 Unit 5

Electrical 5

Plumbing 5

Water Heating Equipment 5

Heating 5

Cooling 5

Roof 6

Exterior 6

Attached Garage 6

Interior, Doors, Windows 6

Kitchen 6

Laundry 6

Bathroom 18 Unit 6

Bathroom 19 Unit 6

Bathroom 20 Unit 6

Bathroom 21 Unit 6

Electrical 6

Plumbing 6

Water Heating Equipment 6

Heating 6

Cooling 6

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4 – Exterior 1

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.

4.7.1 – Electrical Fixtures

NOT WORKING – BULB

A bulb at an 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.

4.11.1 – Walkways

SPALLING

The walkway(s) 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.

4.12.1 – Vegetation, Grading & Drainage

NEGATIVE GRADING

The property had areas of neutral or negative drainage, which will route runoff from precipitation to the foundation. Excessive moisture content in soil supporting the foundation can cause foundation and other structural damage from undermining, heaving or settling, depending on soil composition, moisture content and other conditions.The ground around the property should slope away from all sides, ideally 6 inches for the first 10 feet from the house foundation perimeter. Downspouts, surface gutters and drains should also be directing water away from the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary according to current standards.

4.21.1 – Roof Drainage – Downspouts & Extensions

Roof Drainage - Downspouts & Extensions 1

DAMAGED – DOWNSPOUTS

Downspouts were damaged in areas of property. 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 1

5.6.1 – Door Opener

MISSING – LIGHT BULB

The garage door operator unit was missing a light bulb. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

6 – Interior, Doors, Windows 1

6.2.1 – Ceilings & Walls

NAIL POPS-CEILINGS

There were “nail pops” visible on the interior ceilings. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.3.1 – Floors

CARPET STAINS

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

9 – Bathroom 1 Unit 1

9.2.1 – Doors

NOT LATCHING SECURELY

An interior door door did not latch properly. This may be that it was not shimmed properly at the jamb (too wide) or the strike plate was not in the correct position.

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

12 – Bathroom 4 Unit 1

12.12.1 – Plumbing Fixtures

NOT WORKING – STOPPER

The sink was missing the stopper or it did not work properly at the time of the inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

14 – Plumbing 1

14.4.1 – Water Pressure

LOW WATER PRESSURE

The property water supply pressure was measured at the exterior faucet or laundry hose bib. Property water supply pressure was lower than the 40 pounds per square inch (PSI), which is considered inadequate by generally-accepted current standards.

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

15 – Water Heating Equipment 1

15.4.1 – Expansion Tank / Valve

NOT SECURED

The expansion tank was not properly secured. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

16 – Heating 1

16.9.1 – Air Filter

VERY DIRTY

The HVAC system air filter was very dirty or clogged. This condition reflects a lack of regular maintenance of the HVAC system. Clogged filters can restrict airflow 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 the filter, as well as cleaning, servicing, and evaluating the HVAC system by a qualified HVAC professional and repair or replace as necessary.

19 – Exterior 2

19.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim

SEAL GAPS AT INTERSECTIONS

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.

19.14.1 – Exterior Faucets (Hose Bibs)

LEAK – IN WALL

The outside water faucet appear to have a leak from the valve within the wall when the water pressure gauge was attached. However, there was no signs of water on the interior of the home. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

19.20.1 – Railings & Handrails

GATE – NOT LOCKING

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

20- Attached Garage 2

20.3.1 – Ceiling, Walls & Firewalls

MOISTURE INTRUSION – CEILING

Garage ceiling showed signs of current or past moisture intrusion. Moisture intrusion is visibly noted by the presence of water stains or efflorescence but can not tell whether the issue is active without further water testing.

Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate, and if active, make repairs as necessary to prevent further damage and/or mold.

21 – Interior, Doors, Windows 2

21.2.1 – Ceilings & Walls

DAMAGED – MULTIPLE ITEMS

The ceiling and/or walls showed various signs of minor defects at numerous locations including all or some of the following: damage, cracks, holes, previous repairs, and/or improper repairs. A representative number of pictures were taken to provide an example. Should any of these issues appear excessive we recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace items as necessary.

21.4.1 – Doors

NOT LATCHING SECURELY

PRIMARY BEDROOM

An interior door did not latch properly. This may be that it was not shimmed properly at the jamb (too wide) or the strike plate was not in the correct position.

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

24 – Bathroom 5 Unit 2

24.14.1 – Tub, Shower Area

MISSING/DAMAGED GROUT

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

28 – Plumbing 2

28.5.1 – Drain, Waste, & Vent Systems

LEAKING – DRAIN LINE

The drain pipe was actively leaking from the clean out cap at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

29 – Water Heating Equipment 2

29.4.1 – Expansion Tank / Valve

NOT SECURED

The expansion tank was not properly secured. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

29.13.1 – Water Temperature

WATER TEMPERATURE LOW

The water temperature was below the suggested range of 120-130 degrees. Recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat first. If water does not reach the acceptable range then a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

30 – Heating 2

30.7.1 – Condensate

SIGNS OF LEAKING

Although nothing was actively leaking there were signs of a previous leak at the furnace. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

33 – Exterior 3

33.2.1 – Driveways

CRACKING – MODERATE

The concrete driveway was moderately cracked. Cracks that progress to a separation of 1/4″ and more would be an indication of settlement, heaving, or structural problems. Cracks may present a tripping hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

33.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim

SEAL GAPS AT INTERSECTIONS

33.11.1 – Walkways

SPALLING

The walkway(s) 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.

34 – Attached Garage 3

34.2.1 – Occupant Door

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.

35 – Interior, Doors, Windows 3

35.3.1 – Floors

CARPET STAINS

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

38 – Bathroom 8 Unit 3

38.12.1 – Plumbing Fixtures

NOT WORKING – STOPPER

The sink was missing the stopper or it did not work properly at the time of the inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

42 – Plumbing 3

42.4.1 – Water Pressure

LOW WATER PRESSURE

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

43 – Water Heating Equipment 3

43.13.1 – Water Temperature

WATER TEMPERATURE LOW

44 – Heating 3

44.9.1 – Air Filter

VERY DIRTY

47 – Exterior 4

47.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim

SEAL GAPS AT INTERSECTIONS

47.12.1 – Vegetation, Grading & Drainage

NEGATIVE GRADING

47.20.1 – Railings & Handrails

GATE – NOT LATCHING

The gate was not locking properly at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

52 – Bathroom 11 Unit 4

52.4.1 – Ceilings & Walls

BULGE

The wall was bowed or bulges in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

58 – Water Heating Equipment 4

58.13.1 – Water Temperature

WATER TEMPERATURE LOW

59 – Heating 4

59.9.1 – Air Filter

VERY DIRTY

64 – Interior, Doors, Windows 5

64.3.1 – Floors

CARPET LOOSE

The carpet was loose or baggy and may need to be restretched. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

64.4.1 – Doors

SWINGS OPEN/CLOSED

GUEST BEDROOM

The door swings open or closed by itself. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

65 – Kitchen 5

65.4.1 – Floors

SEAMS WIDE/INCONSISTENT

The flooring had seams that were wide or inconsistent possibly indication loose flooring or poor installation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

65.12.1 – Food Waste Disposer

NOT WORKING

The food waste disposer was not working at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

67 – Bathroom 15 Unit 5

67.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches

NOT WORKING – BULB

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.

69 – Bathroom 17 Unit 5

69.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches

NOT WORKING – BULB

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.

71 – Plumbing 5

71.4.1 – Water Pressure

LOW WATER PRESSURE

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

73 – Heating 5

73.6.1 – Cabinet

MISSING LATCH

The cabinet panel cover was missing a latch at the time of inspection. This may allow the panel to fall off easily, add difficulty when removing for service, or add difficulty for attaching the panel tightly. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and replace screws as needed.

73.9.1 – Air Filter

DIRTY

The HVAC system air filter was dirty. Clogged filters can restrict airflow and increase internal temperatures. A clean air filter will help increase the efficiency and prolong the life expectancy of the system. Due to the damage that can be caused by dirty or clogged coils, recommend replacing the filter, as well as cleaning, servicing, and evaluating the HVAC system by a qualified HVAC professional and repair or replace as necessary.

74 – Cooling 5

74.3.1 – AC Compressor

COIL FINS DAMAGED

There was damage to the air-conditioner condenser coil fins. This limits the ability to dissipate heat. Further damage to the coil fins should be avoided in order to maintain cooling system efficiency and avoid problems from overheating of the compressor. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

74.6.1 – Cooling System Operation

DID NOT PRODUCE COOLED AIR

The cooling system turned on but did not operate as expected by producing adequate conditioned cooled air. An ambient air test was performed to determine if the difference in temperatures of the supply and return air was between 14 degrees and 22 degrees. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

76 – Exterior 6

76.2.1 – Driveways

CRACKING – MODERATE

76.11.1 – Walkways

SPALLING

The walkway(s) 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.

76.12.1 – Vegetation, Grading & Drainage

NEGATIVE GRADING

76.14.1 – Exterior Faucets (Hose Bibs)

LEAK

There was a note on the hose faucet stating not to run it because it leaks A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

78 – Interior, Doors, Windows 6

78.2.1 – Ceilings & Walls

PAINT PEELING

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

78.3.1 – Floors

SEAMS WIDE/INCONSISTENT

The flooring had seams that were wide or inconsistent possibly indication loose flooring or poor installation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

79 – Kitchen 6

79.5.1 – Cabinets & Counters