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| Date: 11/16/2000 |
Report ID: |
| Property: 12345 LN TAMPA, FL 33647 |
Customer: SAMPLE BUYER/SELLER |
Real Estate Professional: REALTOR |
| Client Is
Present: Yes |
Age Of Home: Over 10 Years |
Radon Test: No |
| Water Test: No |
Weather: Cloudy |
Temperature: Over 65 |
| Rain in last 3
days: Yes |
According to ASHI Standards of Practices: The inspector shall inspect: (1) the exterior wall covering, flashings and Trim. (2) all exterior doors. (3) attached decks, balconies,stoops, steps, porches, and their associated railings. (4) the eaves, Soffits, and Fascias where accessible from the ground level. (5) the vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls on the property when any of these are likely to adversely affect the building. (6) walkways, patios and driveways leading to dwelling entrances. The inspector shall describe the exterior wall covering.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories. (2) fences. (3) Geological, geotechnical or hydrological conditions. (4) recreational facilities. (5) outbuildings. (6) seawalls, break-walls, and docks. (7) erosion control and earth stabilization measures.
| SIDING STYLE: CEMENT STUCCO BEVEL WOOD |
SIDING MATERIAL: STUCCO WOOD |
| 1.0 | CONDITION OF
SIDING Comments: POOR MULTIPLE SETTLEMENT CRACK(S) WERE VIEWED ON THE EXTERIOR WALLS (FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING). RECOMMENDED TO SEAL EXISTING CRACK(S) AND IMPROVE GUTTER SYSTEM WHICH WILL PREVENT CONTINUOUS EROSION AROUND THE STRUCTURE FOUNDATIONS.(PIC#1)
EVIDENCE OF MOISTURE PENETRATION WAS NOTICED UNDER THE STUCCO. IT WAS TESTED WITH A MOISTURE METER AND DETERMINED TO BE ACTIVE. RECOMMEND TO BE FURTHER EVALUATED BY A LICENSED CONTRACTOR. (PIC #1)
AMATEURISH WATER PROOFING WORK WAS NOTICED AT SIDING BOARDS. (RIGHT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT)). SIDING IS SEPARATING AT END CUTS. RECOMMEND TO BE RECAULKED IN ORDER TO PREVENT MOISTURE FROM SIPPING UNDER THE SIDING.(PIC#1 , 2 )
STUCCO SIDING IS DAMAGED AT THE LEFT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT). RECOMMEND TO BE FIXED. (PIC #1)
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| 1.1 | WOOD TO GROUND
CONTACT Comments: NO WOOD MEMBERS ARE SEPARATED/CUT APART FROM THE GROUND. (WOOD TO GROUND CONTACT WILL PROMOTE WOOD ROT AND TERMITE ACTIVITY). |
| 1.2 | VINES GROWING UP THE EXTERIOR
WALLS Comments: NO |
| 1.3 | TRIM, FASCIA AND SOFFIT
CONDITION Comments: CONCERN WOOD ROT WAS FOUND IN THE THE FASCIA BOARD. RECOMMEND TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED. (PIC #1)
SOFFIT IS MISSING A "J CHANNEL". RECOMMEND TO BE ADDED. (PIC #1)
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| 1.4 | LOT/LANDSCAPE FAVOR PROPER
DRAINAGE Comments: YES THE LOT/LANDSCAPE APPEARS TO DRAIN WATER AWAY FROM THE STRUCTURE. |
| 1.5 | WALKWAYS AND DRIVEWAY
CONDITION Comments: FAIR NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. TYPICAL CRACKS WERE FOUND AT THE A FEW LOCATIONS. (PIC #1)
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| 1.6 | TREES BRANCHES OVERHUNG THE
ROOF Comments: YES TREE BRANCHES WHICH GROWS OVER THE ROOF (AND/OR TOUCHES IT) WILL DAMAGE THE COVERING AND MIGHT LOWER THE LIFE EXPECTANCY OF THE ROOF COVERING. RECOMMEND TO KEEP TREES TRIMMED AWAY FROM THE BUILDING AT ALL TIMES. |
| 1.7 | CONDITION OF DECK AND
HANDRAIL Comments: MARGINAL TRIPPING HAZARD AT THE SECOND FLOOR DECK. RECOMMEND TO BE FIXED. (PIC #1)
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| 1.8 | CONDITION OF
PORCH Comments: POOR ONE OUTLET IS SHOWING "HOT/ GROUND REVERSED" (WHEN TESTED). RECOMMEND TO BE FURTHER EVALUATED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN. (PIC #1)
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| 1.9 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: POOR THE FLOWER BED IS TOO CLOSE TO THE EXTERIOR WALL (FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING). THAT CONDITION MAY PROMOTE TERMITE ACTIVITY. RECOMMEND TO BE IMPROVED AS DISCUSSED DURING THE INSPECTION. (PIC #1)
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MAINTENANCE : It is highly recommended to monitor (every 3 months) all external siding surfaces(Aluminum, Vinyl, Metal, Wood, Composite Materials or Stucco) for separation and/or cracking. Your siding is protecting the building from water intrusion and any small opening present an opportunity for water to penetrate the building and cause damage.
| ENTRY DOORS: WOOD |
WINDOWS: ALUMINUM |
WINDOW TYPES: DOUBLE-HUNG SINGLE PANE |
| 2.0 | EXTERIOR DOORS
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. THE DOOR(S) APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 2.1 | OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF
WINDOWS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO SPECIFIC PROBLEMS FOUND. THE WINDOWS APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 2.2 | CONDITION OF CAULK AROUND
OPENINGS Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 2.3 | WEATHERSTRIPPING AROUND
DOORS Comments: MAINTENANCE WEATHERSTRIPPING IS DETACHED (AT THE FRONT DOOR). RECOMMEND TO BE REDONE. (PIC #1)
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| 2.4 | SLIDING GLASS DOORS
CONDITION Comments: FUNCTIONAL, GOOD CONDITION |
| 2.5 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
According to ASHI Standards of practices: The home inspector shall inspect:(1) the roof covering. (2) the roof drainage systems. (3) the flashings. (4) the skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations. The inspector shall describe the roof covering and report the methods used to inspect the roof.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) antennae. (2) interior of flues or chimneys which are not readily accessible. (3) other installed accessories.
| VIEWED ROOF FROM: WALKED ROOF |
ROOF-TYPE: GABLE |
ROOF COVERING: ARCHITECTURAL |
| ROOF LAYERS: ONE |
VENTILATION: SOFFIT VENTS RIDGE VENTS GABLE VENTS |
CHIMNEY: METAL FLUE PIPE CEMENT FIBER |
| SKY LIGHT (S): NONE |
| 3.0 | ROOF
VENTILATION Comments: CONCERN THE VENT(S) IS DETERIORATED. (RIGHT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT)). RECOMMEND TO BE CHANGED. (PIC #1)
RIDGE VENTS MISSING CAULK AROUND NAILS HEADS. RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC#1)
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| 3.1 | NOTICEABLE SAGS IN THE ROOF
DECK OR RIDGE Comments: NO NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS FOUND. THE ROOF DECK AND RIDGE APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 3.2 | FLASHING
CONDITION Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL LIMITED VIEW, OBSTRUCTED VIEW. MOST FLASHINGS ARE BELOW THE ROOF COVERING AND COULD NOT BE FULLY INSPECTED. |
| 3.3 | EVIDENCE OF WEAR,
DETERIORATION AND/OR INSTALLATION DEFECTS Comments: CONCERN ONE SHINGLE(S) IS FACE NAILED TO THE ROOF RIDGE. RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC #1)
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| 3.4 | CHIMNEY AND WALLS PROPERLY
FLASHED AND COUNTER FLASHED Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 3.5 | SKYLIGHTS COVER
SECURED Comments: NOT PRESENT |
| 3.6 | DRIP EDGE ALONG ROOF
PERIMETER Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL DRIP EDGE APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 3.7 | RAIN GUTTERS
CONDITION Comments: FUNCTIONAL, GOOD CONDITION |
| 3.8 | DOWNSPOUTS DRAIN
PROPERLY Comments: FUNCTIONAL, GOOD CONDITION |
| 3.9 | EVIDENCE OF
PONDING Comments: NO |
| 3.10 | FORMER
REPAIRS Comments: YES ROOF REPAIR WAS NOTICED IN THE FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (AT ONE LOCATION). RECOMMEND TO OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION FROM THE SELLER ABOUT THIS CONDITION SUCH AS: WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM, WHAT WAS DONE TO FIX IT, IS THERE ANY WARRANTY AND ANY OTHER INFORMATION THAT MIGHT BE RELEVANT TO THIS REPAIR. (PIC #1)
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| 3.11 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: MAINTENANCE LEAVES AND DEBRIS BLOCKING THE GUTTERS. RECOMMEND TO BE CLEANED. (PIC #1)
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The determination of leakage is based upon the visible inspection of the room system on today's inspection. Conditions change from day to day and the absence of visible leakage in not an indication that the roof will remain watertight in the future. The life expectancy of the roof is not within the scope of this inspection. The roof inspection is not a warranty or guarantee. Metal roof over Florida rooms/porches, carports, ect. are not considered permanent structures, often experience leakage and are specifically excluded from this inspection.
MAINTENANCE: It is recommended that leaves/debris be removed from the roof. Flashings and valleys are typically the first to leak and should routinely monitored and addressed as needed.
According to ASHI Standards Of Practices: the Inspector shall inspect: (1) the structural components including foundations and framing. (2) by probing a representative number of structural components where deterioration is suspected or where clear indication of possible deterioration exist. Probing in NOT required when probing damage any finished surface or where no deterioration is visible. The inspector shall describe: (1) the foundation and report the methods used to inspect he under-floor crawl space. (2) the floor structure. (3) the wall structure. (4) the ceiling structure. (5) the roof structure and report the methods used to inspect the attic.
The inspector is not required to: (1) provide any engineering service or architectural service. (2) offer an opinion as to the adequacy of any structural system or component.
| FOUNDATION MATERIAL: POURED CONCRETE |
TYPE OF FOUNDATION: MONOLITHIC SLAB |
FLOOR STRUCTURE: CONCRETE& WIRE MESH |
| WALL STRUCTURE: MASONRY WOOD FRAME |
METHOD USED TO OBSERVE
CRAWLSPACE: NO CRAWLSPACE |
| 4.0 | VISIBLE CRACK(S) IN THE
FLOOR Comments: NO LIMITED OBSTRUCTED VIEW. THE FLOOR IS COVERED WITH FLOORING MATERIALS AND THEREFORE ALLOWED A VERY LIMITED INSPECTION. |
| 4.1 | VISIBLE CRACK(S) IN THE
BEARING WALL(S) Comments: NO |
| 4.2 | VISIBLE CRACK(S) OVER OR
UNDER OPENING(S) (DOORS, WINDOWS) Comments: NO |
| 4.3 | WET OR UNUSUALLY DAMP
AREAS Comments: NO |
| 4.4 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
According to ASHI Standard of Practice The inspector shall inspect (1) garage doors and garage door operators.
| OPENER MANUFACTURER: GENIE |
GARAGE DOOR MATERIAL: METAL |
TYPE: THREE AUTOMATIC |
| 5.0 | GARAGE DOOR
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR DEFECTS NOTICED. THE GARAGE DOOR(S) APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 5.1 | GARAGE DOORS"REVERSE" WITH
RESISTANCE Comments: YES |
| 5.2 | GARAGE LEVEL BELOW FLOOR
LEVEL Comments: YES |
| 5.3 | CONDITION OF GARAGE CEILING,
FLOOR AND WALLS Comments: GOOD CONDITION TWO FLOOR SETTLEMENT CRACK(S) WERE OBSERVED. RECOMMEND TO SEAL THE CRACK(S) AND MONITOR FOR FURTHER MOVEMENT. (TYPICAL), (PIC#1)
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| 5.4 | OUTLETS/ SWITCHES CONDITION
(representative number) Comments: FUNCTIONAL, GOOD CONDITION |
| 5.5 | GARAGE OUTLETS GFCI
PROTECTED Comments: YES |
| 5.6 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
According to ASHI Standards of Practices: The inspector shall inspect: (1) the Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces. (2) the ventilation of attics and foundation areas. (3) the mechanical ventilation systems. The inspector shall describe: (1) the Insulation and vapor retarders in the unfinished spaces. (2) the absence of insulation in unfinished space at conditioned surfaces.
The inspector is not required to: (1) disturb insulation or vapor retarders. (2) determine indoor air quality.
| HOUSE FAN: NONE |
ATTIC INFO: PULL DOWN STAIRS SCUTTLE HOLE STORAGE LIGHT IN ATTIC LIMITED ACCESS |
METHOD USED TO OBSERVE
ATTIC: CRAWLED LIMITED VIEW |
| ATTIC FAN: NO |
INSULATION: BLOWN BATT |
R- VALUE: R-19 OR BETTER |
| ROOF STRUCTURE: ENGINERED WOOD TRUSS |
CEILING STRUCTURE: 2X4 |
ATTIC ACCESS
LOCATION: GARAGE MASTER BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR PORCH |
| 6.0 | RAFTERS
CONDITION Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL LIMITED VIEW. OBSTRUCTED VIEW. THE ATTIC ALLOWED LIMITED ACCESS AND THEREFORE LIMITED INSPECTION.FOR THE PORTION OF ATTIC THAT WAS ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION, NO SPECIFIC PROBLEMS VIEWED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 6.1 | STACK/ VENT DISCHARGE INTO
THE ATTIC Comments: NO |
| 6.2 | ATTIC
VENTILATION Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 6.3 | INSULATION
CONDITION Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS OBSERVED. THE INSULATION APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 6.4 | VISIBLE SIGNS OF LEAKS,
DETERIORATION OR ABNORMAL CONDENSATION Comments: YES WATER STAIN(S) WAS OBSERVED ON THE ROOF DECK. IT WAS TESTED WITH A MOISTURE METER AND DETERMINED TO BE NOT ACTIVE. POSSIBLE OLD LEAK. RECOMMEND TO OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION FROM THE SELLER ABOUT THIS CONDITION. (PIC #1)
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| 6.5 | DEBRIS IN
ATTIC Comments: NO |
| 6.6 | UNSAFE ELECTRICAL WIRING IN
ATTIC Comments: NO LIMITED VIEW, OBSTRUCTED VIEW. THE ATTIC ALLOWED VERY LIMITED ACCESS AND THEREFORE A LIMITED INSPECTION. |
| 6.7 | CLEARANCE BETWEEN WOOD
MEMBERS AND FLUE Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 6.8 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
For the Cooling System: According to ASHI Standards of Practices: the inspector shall inspect: (1) the installed central and through-wall cooling equipment. The inspector shall describe: (1)the energy source. (2) the cooling method by its distinguishing characteristics.
The home inspector is not required to: (1) inspect electronic air filters. (2) determine cooling supply adequacy or distribution balance.
For the Heating System: According to ASHI Standards of Practices: the home inspector shall inspect: (1) the installed heating equipment. (2) the vent systems, flues, and Chimneys. The home inspector shall describe: (1) the energy source. (2) the heating method by its distinguishing characteristics.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) the interior of flues or chimneys which are not readily accessible. (2) the heat exchanger. (3) the humidifier or dehumidifier (4) the electronic air filter. (5) the solar space heating system. (6) determine heat supply adequacy or distribution balance.
| NUMBER OF UNITS: TWO |
MANUFACTURER: CARRIER |
SIZE OF UNIT: 2 TON 3 TON |
| AGE OF UNIT: 12 YR |
HEATING METHOOD: HEAT PUMP (FORCED AIR) |
ENERGY SOURCE A/C: ELECTRIC |
| ENERGY SOURCE
HEATING: ELECTRIC |
| 7.0 | GENERAL
COMMENTS Comments: YES IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE CLIENT TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING TO VERIFY THAT THE A/C COMPRESSOR AND EVAPORATOR (AIR HANDLER) ARE FUNCTIONAL/ OPERATIONAL AND THERE IS NO NEW DAMAGE SINCE THE HOME WAS VACATED AND/OR INSPECTED. NOTE: THIS INSPECTION AND INSPECTION REPORT DO NOT IN ANY WAY CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY (EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED), OR INSURANCE POLICY. IT IS THE CLIENT SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING. |
| 7.1 | EVIDENCE OF PHYSICAL DAMAGE
TO THE COMPRESSOR AND/OR EVAPORATOR UNIT Comments: NO |
| 7.2 | UNIT SIT
LEVEL Comments: YES A/C UNIT IS LEVELED (REDUCE WEAR ON UNIT BEARINGS). |
| 7.3 | CLEARANCE AROUND
UNIT Comments: INSPECTED |
| 7.4 | CONDITION OF INSULATION ON
REFRIGERATION LINE(S) Comments: MAINTENANCE INSULATION IS DISJOINED. RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC #1)
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| 7.5 | TEMP. DIFFERENTIAL BETWEEN
14-22 DEGREES Comments: YES AMBIENT AIR TEST WAS PERFORMED BY USING THERMOMETERS ON AIR HANDLER OF AIR CONDITIONER TO DETERMINE IF THE DIFFERENCE IN TEMPERATURE OF THE SUPPLY AND RETURN AIR IS BETWEEN 14 DEGREED AND 22 DEGREES WHICH INDICATES UNIT IS COOLING AS INTENDED. THE SUPPLY AIR TEMPERATURE ON YOUR SYSTEM READ 55 DEGREES, AND THE RETURN AIR TEMPERATURE WAS 71 DEGREES. THIS INDICATES RANGE IN TEMPERATURE DROP IS NORMAL. |
| 7.6 | FROST OR ICE APPEARS ON
SUCTION/ RETURN LINES Comments: NO |
| 7.7 | THERMOSTAT
CONDITION Comments: N/A NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS NOTICED. THE THERMOSTAT APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR |
| 7.8 | COOLING/ HEATING EQUIPMENT
EXCESSIVELY NOISY Comments: NO |
| 7.9 | COOLING/ HEATING SOURCE IN
EACH ROOM Comments: YES ALL ROOMS INCLUDES A COOLING/ HEATING SOURCE |
| 7.10 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
SCOPE OF INSPECTION: The life expectancy of the air conditioning system is not within the scope of this inspection. The air conditioning inspection is limited to the determination of if the unit is producing conditioned air on the date of the inspection. Evaluation of the refrigerant charge is not within the scope of this inspection. The dismantling or opening of access panels of the HVAC equipment is not within the scope of this inspection. Digital/ programmable thermostats are not tested for operation and not included in this inspection.
MAINTENANCE: It is recommended that you change the filters immediately upon occupancy. It is further recommended that you begin a schedule of routine professional maintenance/service on HVAC system upon occupancy.
According to ASHI Standards of Practices: the inspector shall inspect: (1) the service drop. (2) the service entrance conductors, cables, and raceways. (3) the service equipment and main disconnects. (4) the service grounding. (5) the interior components of service panels and sub panels. (6) the conductors. (7) the overcurrent protection devices. (8) a representative number of installed lighting fixtures, switches, and receptacles. (9) the ground fault circuit interrupters. The inspector shall describe: (1) the amperage and voltage rating of the service. (2) the location of main disconnect(s) and sub panels. (3) the wiring methods. The inspector shall report: (1) on the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch circuit wiring. (2) on the absence of smoke detectors.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) the remote control devices unless the device is the only control device. (2) the alarm systems and components. (3) the low voltage wiring, systems and components. (4) the ancillary wiring, systems and components not a part of the primary electrical power distribution system. (5) measure amperage, voltage, or impedance.
| ELECTRICAL
CONDUCTORS: BELOW GROUND ALUMINUM 220 VOLTS |
PANEL CAPACITY: 200 AMP |
PANEL TYPE: CIRCUITS |
| ELEC. PANEL
MANUFACTURER: GENERAL ELECTRIC |
WIRING METHODS: ROMEX |
BRANCH WIRE: COPPER |
| MAIN PANEL LOCATION: GARAGE |
SUB-PANEL LOCATION: GARAGE |
MAIN DISCONNECT
LOCATION: OUTSIDE (RIGHT) |
| 8.0 | GROUNDING
PROVIDED Comments: YES GROUNDING ROD IS LOCATED AT RIGHT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT). |
| 8.1 | IF ALUMINUM WIRING PRESENT,
ANTI-OXIDANT PASTE ON ALL CONNECTIONS Comments: YES |
| 8.2 | BOX BONDED INTO THE GROUND
AND NEUTRAL BUS BARS AT THE MAIN PANEL Comments: YES |
| 8.3 | IF SUB-PANEL PRESENT, GROUND
AND NEUTRAL BUS BAR INSULATED Comments: YES |
| 8.4 | CONDITION OF WIRING,
CIRCUITS, OR FUSES INSIDE MAIN PANEL (Branch circuit conductors, nicked
wires, Over-current devices, and compatibility of their amperage and
voltage) Comments: INSPECTED, APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 8.5 | DOUBLE WIRING AT FUSES OR
BREAKERS Comments: NO |
| 8.6 | KNOCKOUT/ TWISTOUT PLATES
MISSING AT THE PANEL Comments: NO |
| 8.7 | EVIDENCE OF ARCING,FRAY OR
BURNED WIRES AT THE PANEL Comments: NO |
| 8.8 | CIRCUITS BREAKERS/ FUSES
LABELED Comments: YES |
| 8.9 | OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND
FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS) Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 8.10 | SMOKE DETECTORS
PRESENT Comments: YES |
| 8.11 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
According to ASHI Standards of Practices: the inspector shall inspect: (1) the Interior water supply and distribution systems including all fixtures and faucets. (2) the drain, waste, and vent systems including all fixtures. (3) the water heating equipment. (4) the vent systems, flues and chimneys. (5) the fuel storage and fuel distribution systems. (6) the drainage sumps, sump pumps, and related piping. The inspector shall describe: (1) the water supply, drain, waste, and vent piping materials. (2) the water heating equipment including the energy source. (3) the location of main water and main fuel shut-off valves.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) the clothes washing machine connections. (2) the interior of flues or chimneys which are not readily accessible. (3) wells, well pumps, or water storage related equipment. (4) water conditioning systems. (5) solar water heating systems. (6) fire and lawn sprinkler systems. (7) private waste disposal systems. The inspector is not required tool determine: (1) whether water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private. (2) the quantity or quality of the water supply. (3) operate safety valves or shut-off valves.
| MAIN WATER LOCATION: FRONT RIGHT |
MAIN GAS SHUT-OFF
LOCATION: NONE |
PLUMBING SUPPLY: NOT VISIBLE |
| DISTRIBUTION: COPPER |
PLUMBING WASTE: PVC |
WATER SOURCE: PUBLIC |
| WATER FILTERS: NONE |
WATER HEATER POWER
SOURCE: ELECTRIC |
WATER HEATER AGE: 10 YR |
| CAPACITY: 50 GAL |
MANUFACTURER: A.O. SMITH |
| 9.0 | GENERAL
COMMENTS Comments: YES IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE CLIENT TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING TO VERIFY THAT THE WATER HEATER IS FUNCTIONAL/ OPERATIONAL AND THERE IS NO NEW DAMAGE SINCE THE HOME WAS VACATED AND/OR INSPECTED. NOTE: THIS INSPECTION AND INSPECTION REPORT DO NOT IN ANY WAY CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY (EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED), OR INSURANCE POLICY. IT IS THE CLIENT SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING. |
| 9.1 | WATER SUPPLY AND INTERIOR
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL LIMITED VIEW, OBSTRUCTED VIEW (MOST OF THE PLUMBING SYSTEM IS CONCEALED WITHIN WALLS AND FLOOR). NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS OBSERVED. THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 9.2 | INTERIOR DRAINS, WASTE AND
VENT SYSTEMS Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL LIMITED VIEW, OBSTRUCTED VIEW (MOST OF THE PLUMBING SYSTEM IS CONCEALED WITHIN WALLS AND FLOOR). NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS OBSERVED. THE WASTE SYSTEM APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 9.3 | CROSS-CONNECTIONS ON SUPPLY
OR WASTE LINES Comments: NO |
| 9.4 | FUNCTIONAL FLOW (water
pressure and volume) Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 9.5 | WATER HEATER
CONDITION Comments: FUNCTIONAL NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS OBSERVED. THE WATER HEATER APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR |
| 9.6 | WATER HEATER WIRING SECURED
PROPERLY Comments: YES THE WATER HEATER WIRES RUN IN A CONDUIT. |
| 9.7 | T& P VALVE (TEMPERATURE/
PRESSURE) INSTALLED PROPERLY Comments: YES NOTE:DO NOT CAP THIS PIPE. IN CASE OF WATER HEATER MALFUNCTION, IT MAY RELEASE PRESSURE FROM THE HEATER TO THE ATMOSPHERE. |
| 9.8 | WASHER/DRYER
CONNECTIONS Comments: INSPECTED SCOPE OF INSPECTION: WASHER AND DRYER ARE NOT A PART OF THE INSPECTION. IF YOUR PURCHASE CONTRACT INCLUDES THE WASHER AND/OR DRYER MAKE SURE TO TEST THEM BEFORE CLOSING. |
| 9.9 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
According to ASHI Standards of Practice the inspector shall inspect: (1) the countertops and a representative number of installed cabinets.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) The paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments. (2) the carpeting. (3) the window treatments (4) the central vacuum systems
| CEILING MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
WALL MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
FLOOR COVERING(S): TILE |
| CABINETRY: WOOD |
COUNTERTOP: CORIAN |
DISHWASHER: WHIRLPOOL |
| DISPOSER: BADGER |
RANGE/OVEN: WHIRLPOOL |
BUILT-IN MICROWAVE: WHIRLPOOL |
| REFRIGERATOR: WHIRLPOOL |
TRASH COMPACTORS: NONE |
WASHER DRAIN SIZE: 2" DIAMETER |
| DRYER VENT: FLEXIBLE METAL METAL |
DRYER POWER SOURCE: 22O ELECTRIC |
| 10.0 | GENERAL
COMMENTS Comments: YES IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE CLIENT TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING TO VERIFY THAT THE APPLIANCES ARE FUNCTIONAL/ OPERATIONAL AND THERE IS NO NEW DAMAGE SINCE THE HOME WAS VACATED AND/OR INSPECTED. NOTE: THIS INSPECTION AND INSPECTION REPORT DO NOT IN ANY WAY CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY (EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED), OR INSURANCE POLICY. IT IS THE CLIENT SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO PERFORM A WALK THRU BEFORE CLOSING. |
| 10.1 | CEILING Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.2 | WALLS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 10.3 | FLOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 10.4 | DOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.5 | WINDOWS (representative
number) Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.6 | PANTRY AND CLOSET
DOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.7 | BACKSPLASH AND COUNTERTOP
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS OBSERVED. THE BACKSPLASH AND COUNTER(S) APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. MAINTENANCE: ALWAYS KEEP A GOOD SEAL BETWEEN THE COUNTER(S) AND BACKSPLASH. |
| 10.8 | CABINETS
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 10.9 | OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES
CONDITION (representative number) Comments: FUNCTIONAL, GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.10 | KITCHEN OUTLETS GFCI
PROTECTED Comments: YES |
| 10.11 | KITCHEN FIXTURES
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 10.12 | FAUCET AND SPRAY NOZZLE
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 10.13 | COLD AND HOT WATER
AVAILABLE Comments: YES |
| 10.14 | PLUMBING CONNECTIONS UNDER
THE SINK Comments: NO |
| 10.15 | DISPOSER WIRING
PROTECTED Comments: YES |
| 10.16 | DISPOSER
OPERATIONAL Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 10.17 | COOKTOP/OVEN OR RANGE
OPERATIONAL Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 10.18 | EXHAUST FAN
OPERATIONAL Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 10.19 | REFRIGERATOR
OPERATIONAL Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 10.20 | DISHWASHER
OPERATIONAL Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 10.21 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: YES THE DRAWER AND THE OVEN DOOR CAN NOT BE OPEN IN THE SAME TIME. FAULTY DESIGN. (PIC #1)
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SCOPE OF APPLIANCE INSPECTION: The determination of the age and life expectancy of the appliances is NOT within the scope of the inspection. Each appliance is operated to ensure that it is currently functioning on the day of the inspection. Conditions can change from day to day. The current operation of the appliances does not warrant or guarantee future performance. Temperatures are not calibrated. Digital/ electronic controls and/or timer on appliances are not inspected. No installation manuals specific to these appliances are reviewed. It is recommended that the seller provide the buyer with manuals for all the appliances.
NOTE: The notation of cosmetic discrepancies is not within the scope of this inspection.
According to ASHI Standards of Practice the inspector shall inspect: (1) the walls, ceiling and floor. (2) a representative number of doors and windows.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) The paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments. (2) the carpeting. (3) the window treatments (4) the central vacuum systems.
| CEILING MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
WALL MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
FLOOR COVERING: TILE |
| EXHAUST FAN TYPES: FAN ONLY |
| 11.0 | CEILING Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 11.1 | WALLS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 11.2 | FLOORS Comments: CONCERN THE GROUT IS CHIPPED AND BROKEN. (BATHROOM UPSTAIRS). RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC #1 , 2)
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| 11.3 | DOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 11.4 | WINDOWS (representative
number) Comments: NOT PRESENT |
| 11.5 | CLOSET
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO SPECIFIC CONCERNS FOUND. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 11.6 | EXHAUST FAN Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 11.7 | OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES
CONDITION (representative number) Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 11.8 | BATHROOM OUTLETS GFCI
PROTECTED Comments: YES |
| 11.9 | CUT-OFF VALVES (UNDER
SINK& TOILET) Comments: PRESENT CUT-OFF VALVES WERE NOT TESTED FOR FUNCTIONALITY. CUT-OFF VALVES WERE NOT TESTED FOR FUNCTIONALITY. NO LEAKS OBSERVED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. |
| 11.10 | PLUMBING CONNECTIONS UNDER
THE SINK Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL |
| 11.11 | FAUCETS AND VALVES
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 11.12 | BATHROOM FIXTURES
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 11.13 | COLD AND HOT WATER
AVAILABLE Comments: YES |
| 11.14 | CONDITION OF CAULKING AT THE
SINK AREA Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL MAINTENANCE: ALWAYS KEEP A GOOD SEAL BETWEEN THE SINK AND CABINET. |
| 11.15 | CABINETRY
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. MAINTENANCE: ALWAYS KEEP A GOOD SEAL BETWEEN THE COUNTER AND BACKSPLASH. |
| 11.16 | DRAIN STOP FUNCTIONAL
(SINK& TUB) Comments: YES |
| 11.17 | TOILET SECURE TO THE
FLOOR Comments: POOR TOILET IS LOOSE. NEED TO BE RESECURED TO THE FLOOR AT DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM.(PIC #1)
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| 11.18 | TOILET CONDITION&
OPERATION Comments: POOR TOILET IS RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY (UPSTAIRS BATHROOM). RECOMMEND TO BE REPAIRED. (PIC #1)
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| 11.19 | CONDITION OF CAULKING AT THE
TUB AND/OR SHOWER AREA Comments: APPEARS FUNCTIONAL MAINTENANCE: ALWAYS KEEP A GOOD SEAL BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND WALL AT THE SHOWER STALL. TYPICALLY SHOWER STALL LEAKS FROM THAT AREA WHEN THE SEAL IS COMPROMISED. |
| 11.20 | LOOSE/MISSING TILES NEAR OR
AROUND SHOWER/ TUB Comments: NO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 11.21 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: YES THE BATHROOM IS UNFINISHED (MASTER BEDROOM) AND COULD NOT BE EVALUATED (ANY SYSTEM OR COMPONENT WHICH COULD NOT BE INSPECTED IS DISCLAIMED FROM THIS REPORT). RECOMMEND TO VERIFY FOR PROPER OPERATION BEFORE CLOSING.
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According to ASHI Standards of Practice the inspector shall inspect: (1) the walls, ceiling and floor. (2) a representative number of doors and windows.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) The paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments. (2) the carpeting. (3) the window treatments (4) the central vacuum systems. (5) the household appliances. (6) recreational facilities.
| CEILING MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
WALL MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
FLOOR COVERING: WOOD |
| 12.0 | CEILING Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 12.1 | WALLS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 12.2 | FLOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. THE FLOOR APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 12.3 | WINDOWS (representative
number) Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 12.4 | CLOSET
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 12.5 | OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES
CONDITION (representative number) Comments: CONCERN ONE OUTLET IS NOT GROUNDED.. RECOMMENCED TO BE CORRECTED. (SAFETY), (PIC#1)
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| 12.6 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: YES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, THE INTERCOM WAS DISCONNECTED AND COULD NOT BE EVALUATED (ANY SYSTEM OR COMPONENT WHICH COULD NOT BE INSPECTED IS DISCLAIMED FROM THIS REPORT). RECOMMEND TO VERIFY FOR PROPER OPERATION BEFORE CLOSING.
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According to ASHI Standards of Practice the inspector shall inspect: (1) the walls, ceiling and floor. (2) a representative number of doors and windows.
The inspector is not required to inspect: (1) The paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments. (2) the carpeting. (3) the window treatments (4) the central vacuum systems.
| CEILING MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
WALL MATERIAL: SHEETROCK |
FLOOR COVERING: CARPET WOOD |
| CLOSET DOORS: WOOD PANEL |
| 13.0 | CEILING Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 13.1 | WALLS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 13.2 | FLOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. THE FLOOR APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING AS INTENDED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 13.3 | DOORS Comments: GOOD CONDITION NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 13.4 | WINDOWS (representative
number) Comments: GOOD CONDITION NO PARTICULAR CONCERNS VIEWED. NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. |
| 13.5 | CLOSET
CONDITION Comments: GOOD CONDITION |
| 13.6 | OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES
CONDITION (representative number) Comments: FUNCTIONAL |
| 13.7 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND
DISCOVERIES Comments: NO |
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| 1.0 | CONDITION OF SIDING | |
| POOR | ||
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MULTIPLE SETTLEMENT CRACK(S) WERE VIEWED ON
THE EXTERIOR WALLS (FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING). RECOMMENDED TO SEAL
EXISTING CRACK(S) AND IMPROVE GUTTER SYSTEM WHICH WILL PREVENT CONTINUOUS
EROSION AROUND THE STRUCTURE FOUNDATIONS.(PIC#1) | ||
| 1.0 | CONDITION OF SIDING | |
| POOR | ||
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EVIDENCE OF MOISTURE PENETRATION WAS NOTICED
UNDER THE STUCCO. IT WAS TESTED WITH A MOISTURE METER AND DETERMINED TO BE
ACTIVE. RECOMMEND TO BE FURTHER EVALUATED BY A LICENSED CONTRACTOR. (PIC
#1) | ||
| 1.0 | CONDITION OF SIDING | |
| POOR | ||
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AMATEURISH WATER PROOFING WORK WAS NOTICED AT
SIDING BOARDS. (RIGHT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT)).
SIDING IS SEPARATING AT END CUTS. RECOMMEND TO BE RECAULKED IN ORDER TO
PREVENT MOISTURE FROM SIPPING UNDER THE SIDING.(PIC#1 , 2 ) | ||
| 1.0 | CONDITION OF SIDING | |
| POOR | ||
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STUCCO SIDING IS DAMAGED AT THE LEFT SIDE OF
THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT). RECOMMEND TO BE FIXED. (PIC
#1) | ||
| 1.3 | TRIM, FASCIA AND SOFFIT CONDITION | |
| CONCERN | ||
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WOOD ROT WAS FOUND IN THE THE FASCIA BOARD.
RECOMMEND TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 1.3 | TRIM, FASCIA AND SOFFIT CONDITION | |
| CONCERN | ||
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SOFFIT IS MISSING A "J CHANNEL". RECOMMEND TO
BE ADDED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 1.8 | CONDITION OF PORCH | |
| POOR | ||
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ONE OUTLET IS SHOWING "HOT/ GROUND REVERSED"
(WHEN TESTED). RECOMMEND TO BE FURTHER EVALUATED BY A LICENSED
ELECTRICIAN. (PIC #1) | ||
| 1.9 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND DISCOVERIES | |
| POOR | ||
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THE FLOWER BED IS TOO CLOSE TO THE EXTERIOR
WALL (FRONT SIDE OF THE BUILDING). THAT CONDITION MAY PROMOTE TERMITE
ACTIVITY. RECOMMEND TO BE IMPROVED AS DISCUSSED DURING THE INSPECTION.
(PIC #1) | ||
| 3.0 | ROOF VENTILATION | |
| CONCERN | ||
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THE VENT(S) IS DETERIORATED. (RIGHT SIDE OF
THE BUILDING (WHEN FACING THE FRONT)). RECOMMEND TO BE CHANGED. (PIC
#1) | ||
| 3.3 | EVIDENCE OF WEAR, DETERIORATION AND/OR INSTALLATION DEFECTS | |
| CONCERN | ||
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ONE SHINGLE(S) IS FACE NAILED TO THE ROOF
RIDGE. RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 3.11 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND DISCOVERIES | |
| MAINTENANCE | ||
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LEAVES AND DEBRIS BLOCKING THE GUTTERS.
RECOMMEND TO BE CLEANED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 6.4 | VISIBLE SIGNS OF LEAKS, DETERIORATION OR ABNORMAL CONDENSATION | |
| YES | ||
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WATER STAIN(S) WAS OBSERVED ON THE ROOF DECK.
IT WAS TESTED WITH A MOISTURE METER AND DETERMINED TO BE NOT ACTIVE.
POSSIBLE OLD LEAK. RECOMMEND TO OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION FROM THE
SELLER ABOUT THIS CONDITION. (PIC #1) | ||
| 11.2 | FLOORS | |
| CONCERN | ||
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THE GROUT IS CHIPPED AND BROKEN. (BATHROOM
UPSTAIRS). RECOMMEND TO BE CORRECTED. (PIC #1 , 2) | ||
| 11.17 | TOILET SECURE TO THE FLOOR | |
| POOR | ||
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TOILET IS LOOSE. NEED TO BE RESECURED TO THE
FLOOR AT DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM.(PIC #1) | ||
| 11.18 | TOILET CONDITION& OPERATION | |
| POOR | ||
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TOILET IS RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY (UPSTAIRS
BATHROOM). RECOMMEND TO BE REPAIRED. (PIC
#1) | ||
| 12.5 | OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION (representative number) | |
| CONCERN | ||
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ONE OUTLET IS NOT GROUNDED.. RECOMMENCED TO BE
CORRECTED. (SAFETY), (PIC#1) | ||
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| 1.7 | CONDITION OF DECK AND HANDRAIL | |
| MARGINAL | ||
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TRIPPING HAZARD AT THE SECOND FLOOR DECK.
RECOMMEND TO BE FIXED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 2.3 | WEATHERSTRIPPING AROUND DOORS | |
| MAINTENANCE | ||
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WEATHERSTRIPPING IS DETACHED (AT THE FRONT
DOOR). RECOMMEND TO BE REDONE. (PIC #1) | ||
| 3.11 | INFREQUENTLY FOUND DISCOVERIES | |
| MAINTENANCE | ||
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LEAVES AND DEBRIS BLOCKING THE GUTTERS.
RECOMMEND TO BE CLEANED. (PIC #1) | ||
| 7.4 | CONDITION OF INSULATION ON REFRIGERATION LINE(S) | |
| MAINTENANCE | ||
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INSULATION IS DISJOINED. RECOMMEND TO BE
CORRECTED. (PIC #1) | ||
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