2 – Roof
2.2.1 – Roof Covering
Roof Covering 1
LOOSE TILE

One or more tiles appeared to be loose. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace.

4 – Exterior
4.2.1 – Driveways
Driveways 1
Driveways 2
CRACKING – MINOR

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.

4.2.2 – Driveways
Driveways 3
Driveways 4
DROPPED SURFACE/SLAB

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.

4.4.1 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 1
CRACKING AND MOVEMENT

Cracking from apparent wall movement was present in the brick 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.

4.4.2 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 2
CRACKING – MINOR

Siding showed cracking and or damage in one or more places. Recommend monitoring, and if the problem exacerbates, a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

4.4.3 – Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim
Wall-Covering, Flashing & Trim 3
PEELING PAINT

Peeling paint was present in areas.

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

4.6.1 – Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors 1
DOORBELL NOT WORKING

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

4.9.1 – Windows
Windows 1
DAMAGED – SCREEN

One or more window screens were damaged or deteriorated.

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

4.14.1 – Exterior Faucets (Hose Bibs)
Exterior Faucets (Hose Bibs) 1
LEAKS AT ANTI-SIPHON

The exterior hose bib dripped from the anti-siphon when operated.

4.17.1 – Exterior Foundation Wall
Exterior Foundation Wall 1
CRACKS – AT CORNER(S)

The exterior foundation wall had cracks at the corner. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.  Axium recommends our premier partner – Level Engineering. They can be contacted at 720-706-8540

4.18.1 – Exterior Vents
Exterior Vents 1
VENT FLAP STUCK OPEN

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.

4.19.1 – Decks & Balconies
Decks & Balconies 1
DETERIORATED – FLOORING

There were deteriorated flooring components visible at the deck.

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

4.19.2 – Decks & Balconies
Decks & Balconies 2
PEELING PAINT – DECK

The exterior deck floor and/or other components were peeling paint. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.21.1 – Roof Drainage – Downspouts & Extensions
Roof Drainage - Downspouts & Extensions 1
MISSING – EXTENSIONS

Downspout(s) are missing the proper 6 ft. extensions. 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.

4.22.1 – Additional Structures
Additional Structures 1
RADON SYSTEM

The exhaust should discharge above roof line, according to the standards. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace.

5 – Attached Garage
5.4.1 – Floor
Floor 1
CRACKING – COMMON

The concrete floor in the garage was cracked. Due to expansive soils, minor cracks are to be expected in the slabs or control joints. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

5.5.1 – Vehicle Door
Vehicle Door 1
DAMAGE – WEATHER STRIPPING

The weather stripping at the garage door is damaged or insufficient.

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

5.5.2 – Vehicle Door
Vehicle Door 2
WEAK SPRINGS

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.

5.7.1 – Electrical Outlets & Fixtures
Electrical Outlets & Fixtures 1
CRACKED- FACEPLATE

An outlet faceplate in the garage was damaged. This may be a shock hazard. Recommend a qualified contractor install the missing piece.

6 – Interior, Doors, Windows
6.3.1 – Floors
Floors 1
CARPET REVEALED A SEEM

The carpet revealed a seam.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.3.2 – Floors
Floors 2
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.

6.4.1 – Doors

Doors 1

STRIKE NOT LATCHING

The door would not latch when closed, and may need adjustment at the strike plate to latch properly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.5.1 – Windows

Windows 1

SCREENS DAMAGED/MISSING

Some windows had damaged or missing screens.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

6.5.2 – Windows
Windows 2
Windows 3
SEALANT AROUND FRAME

The sealant was damaged, deteriorated or otherwise insufficient around some of the windows. A qualified contractor should evaluate, then repair or replace as advised prior to the inspection objection deadline.

7 – Kitchen

7.5.1 – Cabinets & Counters
Cabinets & Counters 1
CAULKING – BACKSPLASH

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

8 – Laundry
8.9.1 – Electrical Outlets
Electrical Outlets 1
GFCI PROTECTION NOT PRESENT

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.

9 – Bathroom
9.8.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches
Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1
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.

10 – Bathroom 2
10.9.1 – Cabinets & Counters
Cabinets & Counters 1
CAULKING – BACK SPLASH

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

11 – Bathroom 3
11.10.1 – Drain Waste and Vent System
Drain Waste and Vent System 1
LEAKING

The sink drain pipe was leaking at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

12 – Plumbing
12.7.1 – Sump Pit
Sump Pit 1
WATER LEVEL HIGH

The property contained a pit for a sump pump, but the pump may not be working properly. The water level in the sump pit at the time of the inspection was higher than what is considered acceptable. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

A sump pump system protects the property from water intrusion by discharging rising groundwater or by routing surface drainage via the property perimeter drain to the pit, from where it is discharged by the pump to the exterior of the property or to a waste pipe or storm drain. Sump pumps require periodic maintenance to ensure that they work when they’re needed and should be tested on an annual basis to ensure they are in working order. The pumps can be tested by lifting the float, but to avoid potential shock/electrocution hazard testing should be performed using a tool which will not conduct electricity. Pumps have a filter that should be cleaned during routine maintenance.

14 – Water Heating Equipment
14.1.1 – General Information
OLDER THAN 10 YEARS
2008

The water heater was at or beyond its warranty and/or expected life expectancy.

The water heater age was determined by the photo included in this report. According to the U.S. Department of energy, these major appliances are intended to run for between 8 and 12 years. Be advised that every water heater will age differently relative to the following life span factors: water quality, mineral buildup, frequency of flushing, the volume of water utilized, size of the tank, brand, and quality of water heater. Although it was operating at the time of the inspection, the inspector can not determine the remaining life of the water heater.

14.12.1 – Operation & Response to Controls
Operation & Response to Controls 1
FLAMES

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.

14.13.1 – Water Temperature
Water Temperature 1
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.

15 – Heating
15.6.1 – Cabinet
Cabinet 1
CORRODED, RUSTED

The heating system cabinet was corroded, rusted or damaged in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

15.10.1 – Blower
Blower 1
BLOWER, CABINET DIRTY

The blower motor, wheel, and/or cabinet appeared to be dirty at the time of inspection. Blower fans/wheels are subjected to constant dirt, dust, and lint and can become overly dirty when not cleaned on a regular basis and even faster if the air filters are not changed regularly.

A qualified contractor should evaluate, clean, and service as necessary, and certify the unit is in good working order.

15.12.1 – Heating System Ignition & Operation
Heating System Ignition & Operation 1
MOTOR LOUD

The exhaust motor is loud and sounds like the bearings are no good at the fan. A qualified contractor is recommended and repaired or replaced as necessary.

19 – Structural Basement
19.2.1 – Basement Floor
Basement Floor 1
CRACKS – MODERATE

The concrete floor in the basement was moderately cracked indicating settlement, heaving or structural problems. Recommend a qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Axium recommends our premier partner – Level Engineering. They can be contacted at 720-706-8540