Inspection Detail
Roof
Attic, Insulation and Ventilation
Exterior
Attached Garage
Interior, Doors, Windows
Kitchen
Laundry
Bathroom
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Plumbing
Electrical
Water Heating Equipment
Heating
Cooling
Structural Basement
Mold Inspection
Premier Partners
The inspector observed exposed nails on the roof covering. This condition could allow moisture to penetrate the roof component. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
Shingles were installed on a portion of the roof that was low slope. Shingles require a special underlayment on a low slope of 3:12. The inspector is not able to verify if the special underlayment is present. Shingles on a low slope May provide an easy area for ice damming . Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The ridge shingles, used to protect areas of the roof from moisture intrusion, were damaged in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
One or more plumbing vents had a rubber boot flange that was damaged. This condition could allow moisture to penetrate the roof component. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.
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.
The gutters were missing in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The attic access hatch was not properly insulated. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The driveway showed signs of heaving and/or settling in areas. Heaving is often caused by soil that has expanded in volume due to increased moisture content, or by wet soil which has expanded as it became frozen. Settlement is when the soil below a concrete slab is loose, or it can no longer support the weight causing it to sink or crack. This condition could potentially cause a trip hazard.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
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.
Recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
Window well(s) lacked an egress ladder. Window wells more that 44″ below grade should have a permanent ladder installed. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
Minor cracking was visible on the walkway(s) in areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The walkway(s) showed signs of heaving and/or settling in areas. Heaving is often caused by soil that has expanded in volume due to increased moisture content, or by wet soil which has expanded as it became frozen. Settlement is when the soil below a concrete slab is loose or it can no longer support the weight causing it to sink or crack.
- This causes cracks in the concrete.
- This creates trip hazards that could result in injury.
A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.
The dryer vent had a flap that was stuck open. The clothes dryer vent may be clogged which is a potential fire hazard. This may also allow rodents or insects to enter the interior. Recommend qualified contractor should evaluate and clean, repair, or replace as necessary.
The ceiling in the garage was damaged.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The garage door was missing weather stripping or did not evenly seal at the floor or sides of the door. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make adjustments, repair, or replace as necessary.
The garage door was hard to lift or the spring(s) did not support the weight of the door when tested.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The walls showed signs of minor damage and wear. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The walls/ceilings revealed a mismatch in paint touch up. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
There were “nail pops” visible on the interior ceilings. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The carpet was stained in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The floors showed signs of minor damage and wear, particularly in high-traffic areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
Some windows had damaged or missing screens. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
A window sash would not stay up/open at the time of inspection. The window may have had damaged spring rails or springs that were damaged or weak. If this is an older counterweighted window, the counterweights may need to be adjusted. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace it as necessary.
A light fixture was not inspected because the switch could not be located. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The light fixture flickered possibly indicating a loose connection at the switch or fixture. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The supply register cover was loose or damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
A cook top burner was not igniting at the time of inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The refrigerator was damaged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Trim was damaged at areas of the interior walls at the time of inspection.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The walls/ceilings revealed a mismatch in paint touch up. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The door had a loose handle or knob. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
There were “nail pops” visible on the interior ceilings. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The sink drain stop did not pop up allowing the water to drain. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Caulking in the shower/tub area was deteriorated at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
Baseboard or accent trim was damaged at areas of the bathroom walls at the time of inspection.
Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
The light fixture flickered possibly indicating a loose connection at the switch or fixture. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
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.
The bathroom exhaust fan was very dirty and possibly clogged. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
The property water supply pressure measured at the exterior faucet or laundry appliance hose bib. Property water supply pressure exceeded the 80 pounds per square inch (PSI) limit considered the maximum allowable by generally accepted current standards. Excessively high water pressure can stress connections in the plumbing system and appliances is likely to cause leaks.
A qualified contractor should install a pressure regulator or evaluate and repair or replace one 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 manufacturer’s label was missing, partial, or illegible at the electrical service panel. The manufacturer’s label typically provides information describing the main panel such as the name of the panel manufacturer, the panel model number, the panel amperage rating, limitations related to the environment in which the panel was designed to be installed and grounding/bonding information for that particular model. The Inspector was unable to confirm the existence of proper conditions when confirmation would require information taken from this missing label.
The combustion air supply for this appliance was not present. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make necessary corrections according to current standards.
Fresh air supply is recommended by manufacturers for efficient operation of fuel burning appliances. Years ago, the air could come from inside or outside the building, however, more recent standards prefer for combustion air to come from the outside only.
Flames were not entirely burning a blue color. Orange and yellow flames may be an indicator the fuel-air mixture is not right and gas may not be burning as efficiently as possible. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate to adjust, repair, or replace fuel-burning components as necessary.
Water heater plugged into GFCI protected circuit. The circuit may trip if an exterior outlet trips, making the the water heating unit’s power cut out until the outlet is reset. Recommend qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.
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.
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.
Air flow to the air-conditioner condenser coils was restricted by vegetation, dirt, or debris. The unit should be cleaned and anything restricting air flow in or around the air conditioner should be removed in order to maintain cooling system efficiency and avoid problems from overheating of the compressor.
The concrete floor in the basement was cracked in areas. These cracks appear to be common cracks indicating regular settlement or heaving, but not necessarily structural problems. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate to make further recommendations and repair as necessary.
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