Home Inspection Oneida St Denver 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.

The attic access hatch was not properly insulated. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Your wire was running across the attic access hatch at the time of inspection. This Is an access restriction, and is a potential electrical hazard. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and reposition the electrical wire as needed.

Evidence of possible mold-like substance growth was observed in the attic in some areas. This growth was not tested to determine if this growth is or is not a health hazard. The underlying cause is moisture. I recommend you contact a mold inspector or expert for investigation or correction if needed.

Signs of previous water penetration or intrusion into the attic. Water marks or stains were observed. Recommend asking seller if there’s any recent incidents that have been documented or mitigated.

Further evaluation is recommended.

The insulation is not wide enough to reach each side of joist (due to joist spacing).

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

The insulation is missing in some areas.

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

The insulation is not uniform: thicker in areas, thinner in areas, or possibly missing in some areas.

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

The insulation is thinner than current thermal resistance (R-value) standards.

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

Splice/Junction box was missing a cover plate. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The driveway was deteriorated or was eroded in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

The exterior wall covering is beginning to deteriorate or has deteriorated.

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

The distance between the bottom of wood components and the ground surface (or grade) was not sufficient. In locations that have little or no snow, the distance should be no less than 8 inches. In locations with significant lasting snow, the bottom of wood elements should be no less than 8 inches above the average snow depth.

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

A common maintenance task for brick masonry is the repair of mortar joints. The longevity of mortar joints will vary with the exposure conditions and the mortar materials used, but a life span of more than 25 years is typical. The longevity of brick, however, may well exceed 100 years. Consequently, occasional repair of the mortar joints is expected over the life of the brick masonry. It is our observation that the most common reason for repointing brick masonry is to improve water penetration resistance. Repointing deteriorated mortar joints is one of the most effective and permanent ways of decreasing water entry into brickwork. This is because the most common means of water entry into a brick masonry wall is through de-bonded, cracked or deteriorated mortar joints. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair all areas as necessary.

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 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.

The outside water faucet drips at the knob when turned on. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary and according to current standards.

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.

The safety release handle was damaged/not working at the time of inspection. The door was not able to be manually lift it and tested for inspection because of this. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

An outlet in the detached garage was missing a cover plate at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

The ceilings showed signs of minor damage and wear.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The interior walls have signs of repairs. Recommend asking the current homeowner for more information. Recommend further evaluation from a qualified contractor should the repairs be excessive or of visibly poor quality.

The floor squeaks when stepped on.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

A window had a damaged frame at an interior area.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The window could not be opened at the time of inspection.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The tile backsplash had missing or damaged grout.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The oven display was damaged in somewhat illegible at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as needed

The sink drain line was clogged or drains slowly. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

The ceilings showed signs of minor damage and wear.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

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.

The property contained galvanized steel water distribution pipes. These pipes are outdated and subject to corrosion which will eventually result in restricted flow and leakage and will need to be replaced. Water flow in the property was satisfactory at the time of the inspection.

The property had dissimilar metals such as galvanized in close or direct contact with copper. This condition could lead to corrosion and eventually leaking.

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 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.

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.

The secondary drain line was capped, missing or not routed to a drain. If the primary drain line becomes blocked, this condition could cause condensation to not drain properly and possibly damage the unit. The inspector recommends installing a secondary drain or installing an over flow protection device. A qualified contractor should evaluate then repair or replace as advised.

The condensation line was missing a trap. This condition allows conditioned air to escape through the condensation line. A qualified contractor should evaluate then repair or replace as advised.

The air-conditioner refrigerant suction line (large, insulated) has damaged or missing insulation in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

The circuit breaker was rated higher than the capacity listed on the compressor’s manufacture label. This condition could damage the unit or possibly start an electrical fire. Recommend having a qualified contractor repair or replace as necessary.

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.

Efflorescence (white powdery substance) on the wall indicates moisture is in contact with the concrete or masonry. This does not necessarily indicate that intrusion will occur. I recommend checking the gutters and the downspout drain lines for proper operation. Also, a water proofing paint could be applied to the interior side of the wall if necessary. Efflorescence is found on many properties without water intrusion occurring inside the property. But, it should alert you to the possibility that future steps may be needed. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.

There were water stains or water damaged areas in the crawlspace at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

Water damage was visible in the crawlspace floor structure around plumbing lines. There may be a past or current leak in the nearby drain or supply lines that could further stain or rot wood if not corrected.

There were several cracks in the crawlspace foundation wall. These cracks should be sealed to prevent moisture intrusion, and monitored for further movement. Further analysis by a licensed structural engineer is recommended. Axium recommends our premier partner – Level Engineering. They can be contacted at 720-706-8540

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.

There is no insulation on the crawlspace exterior walls or floor system. Heat loss can occur more on this property than one that is properly insulated. A qualified contractor should evaluate and install as necessary.