Home Inspection E 106th Ct Northglenn CO

The roof covering material was damaged/deteriorated in some areas.  A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

Some of the shingles appeared to be de-granulated in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

The roof membrane was installed underneath the drip edge flashing at the time of the inspection. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

The drip edge flashing along the rake/eave was missing 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.

Minor cracking was visible on the driveway in areas. Monitoring is the minimum recommendation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The driveway has dropped or settled in areas, causing a steep or uneven step. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

Cracking from apparent wall movement was present in the siding at the time of inspection.

Monitoring the walls of the house is needed. Most materials including masonry can deform elastically over long periods of time to accommodate small amounts of movement, large movements normally cause cracking.

Cracking can result from a variety of problems:

• Differential settlement of the foundation
• Drying shrinkage
• Expansion and contraction due to ambient thermal and moisture variations
• Improper support over openings
• The effects of freeze-thaw cycles
• The corrosion of iron and steel wall reinforcement
• Differential movement between building materials; expansion of salts
• The bulging or leaning of walls.

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

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.

There were penetrations in areas of the siding at the time of inspection. Recommend applying appropriate sealant to these areas to prevent potential moisture or pest intrusion. A qualified contractor should further evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

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

There were signs of previously repaired damage. Recommend inquiring with current homeowners for any further information. Should repairs be significant or failing, we recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

The siding and/or trim appeared to be rotted in areas. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

Cracking or separation was present at the concrete step(s) in areas. 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.

A support post was not properly rested on a concrete footer or missing metal connection hardware. This may put the wood in direct contact with the moisture on the ground and accelerate any potential deterioration.

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

Indications of movement from heaving/settling of the concrete floor were present in the garage. Significant movement may be a compromise the structural integrity of the foundation or structure of the garage which only a qualified structural engineer could comment after further analysis.

Recommend a qualified structural engineer inspect further and provide a professional opinion related to this observation.

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The photo-electric reverse sensors are installed too high from the garage floor surface.

The vertical distance between the photo-eye beam and the floor should be no more than 6 inches.

The basement door would not close; hits the frame. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The door swings open or closed by itself.  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.

An outlet did not provide Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection. Although GFCI protection of circuits may not have been required at the time in which this home was built, safe building practices have improved with the passage of time and building standards have changed to reflect current understanding. The inspector recommends updating the existing electrical circuits to include GFCI protection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The counter top needs caulking with silicone along the back splash.  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.

The counter top needs caulking with silicone along the back splash.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet won’t flush unless the lever is held down briefly.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The toilet flush very slowly. This may indicate the presence of a clog or obstruction in the toilet or sewer drain. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

A GFCI outlet was not grounded and did not trip when tested. A GFCI requires a ground wire to route electricity when tripped. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The counter top needs caulking with silicone along the back splash.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The base cabinetry was loose and not securely fastened to the wall.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Unused circuit-breaker panel opening was missing filler plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair and replace as necessary.

Some or all circuit breakers were a brand different from the main panel brand. Circuit breakers made by different manufacturers vary in design, therefore panel manufacturers require their own manufactured breakers to be used. Select brands are interchangeable, and there are some “semi” universal breaker types or panel types.

Using incompatible breakers in the panel of another manufacturer may result in poor connections which can create a potential fire or shock/electrocution hazard. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The TPR Valve at the water heating equipment was leaking. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or 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.

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.