Minor cracking was noted at the foundation. This is common as concrete ages and shrinkage surface cracks are normal. Recommend monitoring for more serious shifting/displacement.
Here is an informational article on foundation cracks.
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IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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2.1 | Foundation, Basement & Crawlspaces | X | X | ||
2.2 | Floor Structure | X | |||
2.3 | Wall Structure | X | X | ||
2.4 | Ceiling Structure | X | |||
2.5 | Roof Structure & Attic | X |
3. STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS 3.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect structural components including the foundation and framing. B. describe: 1. the methods used to inspect under floor crawlspaces and attics. 2. the foundation. 3. the floor structure. 4. the wall structure. 5. the ceiling structure. 6. the roof structure. 3.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. provide engineering or architectural services or analysis. B. offer an opinion about the adequacy of structural systems and components. C. enter under floor crawlspace areas that have less than 24 inches of vertical clearance between components and the ground or that have an access opening smaller than 16 inches by 24 inches. D. traverse attic load-bearing components that are concealed by insulation or by other materials.
Minor cracking was noted at the foundation. This is common as concrete ages and shrinkage surface cracks are normal. Recommend monitoring for more serious shifting/displacement.
Here is an informational article on foundation cracks.
Evidence of structural damage was found in the wall structure. Recommend a structural engineer evaluate and advise on how to repair.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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3.1 | Siding, Flashing & Trim | X | X | ||
3.2 | Exterior Doors | X | |||
3.3 | Decks, Balconies, Porches & Steps | X | X | ||
3.4 | Eaves, Soffits & Fascia | X | |||
3.5 | Vegetation, Grading, Drainage & Retaining Walls | X | X | ||
3.6 | Walkways, Patios & Driveways | X |
4.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. wall coverings, flashing, and trim. 2. exterior doors. 3. attached and adjacent decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches, and their associated railings. 4. eaves, soffits, and fascias where accessible from the ground level. 5. vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls that are likely to adversely affect the building. 6. adjacent and entryway walkways, patios, and drive- ways. B. describe wall coverings. 4.2 The inspector is NOT required to inspect: A. screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories. B. fences, boundary walls, and similar structures. C. geological and soil conditions. D. recreational facilities. E. outbuildings other than garages and carports. F. seawalls, break-walls, and docks. G. erosion control and earth stabilization measures.
Vinyl siding was warping or buckling in areas. This is often as a result of nailing siding boards to tight to the home, preventing expansion/contraction. Recommend a qualified siding contractor evaluate and repair.
Deck is showing signs of weathering and/or water damage. Recommend water sealant/weatherproofing be applied.
Here is a helpful article on staining & sealing your deck.
Standing water observed, which could indicate poor drainage and/or grading. Recommend monitor and/or have landscaper correct.
Here is a resource on dealing with standing water in your yard.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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4.1 | Coverings | X | X | ||
4.2 | Roof Drainage Systems | X | X | ||
4.3 | Flashings | X | X | ||
4.4 | Skylights, Chimneys & Roof Penetrations | X | X |
5.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. roofing materials. 2. roof drainage systems. 3. flashing. 4. skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations. B. describe: 1. roofing materials. 2. methods used to inspect the roofing. 5.2 The inspector is NOT required to inspect: A. antennas. B. interiors of vent systems, ues, and chimneys that are not readily accessible. C. other installed accessories.
Observed areas that appeared to be missing sufficient coverings. Recommend qualified roofing contractor evaluate & repair.
Debris has accumulated in the gutters. Recommend cleaning to facilitate water flow.
Here is a DIY resource for cleaning your gutters.
One or more downspouts drain too close to the home's foundation. This can result in excessive moisture in the soil at the foundation, which can lead to foundation/structural movement. Recommend a qualified contractor adjust downspout extensions to drain at least 6 feet from the foundation.
Here is a helpful DIY link and video on draining water flow away from your house.
Flashings observed to be loose or separated, which can lead to water intrusion and/or mold. Recommend a qualified roofing contractor repair.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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5.1 | Fixtures / Faucets | X | X | ||
5.2 | Drain, Waste, & Vent Systems | X | |||
5.3 | Water Heater | X | X | ||
5.4 | Vents, Flues, & Chimneys | X | |||
5.5 | Sump Pumps / Sewage Ejectors | X | |||
5.6 | Fuel Storage & Distribution Systems | X |
6.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. interior water supply and distribution systems including fixtures and faucets. 2. interior drain, waste, and vent systems including fixtures. 3. water heating equipment and hot water supply systems. 4. vent systems, flues, and chimneys. 5. fuel storage and fuel distribution systems. 6. sewage ejectors, sump pumps, and related piping. B. describe: 1. interior water supply, drain, waste, and vent piping materials. 2. water heating equipment including energy source(s). 3. location of main water and fuel shut-off valves. 6.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. inspect: 1. clothes washing machine connections. 2. interiors of vent systems, flues, and chimneys that are not readily accessible. 3. wells, well pumps, and water storage related equipment. 4. water conditioning systems. 5. solar, geothermal, and other renewable energy water heating systems. 6. manual and automatic re extinguishing and sprinkler systems and landscape irrigation systems. 7. septic and other sewage disposal systems. B. determine: 1. whether water supply and sewage disposal are public or private. 2. water quality. 3. the adequacy of combustion air components. C. measure water supply ow and pressure, and well water quantity. D. fill shower pans and fixtures to test for leaks.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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6.1 | Service Entrance Conductors | X | |||
6.2 | Service and Grounding Equipment, Main Overcurrent Device, Main and Distribution Panels | X | |||
6.3 | Branch Circuit Conductors, Overcurrent Devices and Compatibility of Their Amperage & Voltage | X | |||
6.4 | Connected Devices and Fixtures (Representative number of switches and receptacles in the home, garage & exterior) | X | X | ||
6.5 | Polarity and Grounding of Receptacles | X | |||
6.6 | GFCI & AFCI | X | |||
6.7 | Smoke Detectors | X | X | ||
6.8 | Carbon Monoxide Detectors | X | X |
7.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. service drop. 2. service entrance conductors, cables, and raceways. 3. service equipment and main disconnects. 4. service grounding. 5. interior components of service panels and subpanels. 6. conductors. 7. overcurrent protection devices. 8. a representative number of installed lighting fixtures, switches, and receptacles. 9. ground fault circuit interrupters and arc fault circuit interrupters. B. describe: 1. amperage rating of the service. 2. location of main disconnect(s) and subpanels. 3. presence or absence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. 4. the predominant branch circuit wiring method. 7.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. inspect: 1. remote control devices. 2. or test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, security systems, and other signaling and warning devices. 3. low voltage wiring systems and components. 4. ancillary wiring systems and components not a part of the primary electrical power distribution system. 5. solar, geothermal, wind, and other renewable energy systems. B. measure amperage, voltage, and impedance. C. determine the age and type of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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7.1 | Heating Equipment | X | X | ||
7.2 | Distribution Systems | X | |||
7.3 | Vents, Flues & Chimneys | X |
8.1 The inspector shall: A. open readily openable access panels. B. inspect: 1. installed heating equipment. 2. vent systems, ues, and chimneys. 3. distribution systems. C. describe: 1. energy source(s). 2. heating systems. 8.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. inspect: 1. interiors of vent systems, ues, and chimneys that are not readily accessible. 2. heat exchangers. 3. humidi ers and dehumidi ers. 4. electric air cleaning and sanitizing devices. 5. heating systems using ground-source, water-source, solar, and renewable energy technologies. 6. heat-recovery and similar whole-house mechanical ventilation systems. B. determine: 1. heat supply adequacy and distribution balance. 2. the adequacy of combustion air components.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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8.1 | Cooling Equipment | X | X | ||
8.2 | Distribution System | X | X |
9.1 The inspector shall: A. open readily openable access panels. B. inspect: 1. central and permanently installed cooling equipment. 2. distribution systems. C. describe: 1. energy source(s). 2. cooling systems. 9.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. inspect electric air cleaning and sanitizing devices. B. determine cooling supply adequacy and distribution balance. C. inspect cooling units that are not permanently installed or that are installed in windows. D. inspect cooling systems using ground-source, wa- ter-source, solar, and renewable energy technologies.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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9.1 | Walls | X | X | ||
9.2 | Ceilings | X | |||
9.3 | Floors | X | X | ||
9.4 | Steps, Stairways & Railings | X | |||
9.5 | Countertops & Cabinets (Representative number) | X | X | ||
9.6 | Doors (Representative number) | X | X | ||
9.7 | Windows (Representative number) | X | X | ||
9.8 | Garage Door | X |
10.1 The inspector shall inspect: A. walls, ceilings, and floors. B. steps, stairways, and railings. C. countertops and a representative number of installed cabinets. D. a representative number of doors and windows. E. garage vehicle doors and garage vehicle door operators. F. installed ovens, ranges, surface cooking appliances, microwave ovens, dishwashing machines, and food waste grinders by using normal operating controls to activate the primary function. 10.2 The inspector is NOT required to inspect: A. paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments. B. floor coverings. C. window treatments. D. coatings on and the hermetic seals between panes of window glass. E. central vacuum systems. F. recreational facilities. G. installed and free-standing kitchen and laundry appliances not listed in Section 10.1.F. H. appliance thermostats including their calibration, adequacy of heating elements, self cleaning oven cycles, indicator lights, door seals, timers, clocks, timed features, and other specialized features of the appliance. I. operate, or confirm the operation of every control and feature of an inspected appliance.
Sub-standard drywall patching observed at time of inspection. Recommend re-patching.
Floors in the home exhibited moderate surface wear along major paths of travel. Recommend a qualified flooring contractor evaluate for possible re-finish.
Countertop had one or more cracks or chips. Recommend qualified countertop contractor evaluate and repair.
Here is a helpful article on repairing cracks, chips & fissures.
Loose hinges can cause door to stick or eventually fall out of place. Recommend handyman tighten hinges.
Here is a DIY article on fixing loose hinges.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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10.1 | Dishwasher | X | |||
10.2 | Refrigerator | X | |||
10.3 | Range/Oven/Cooktop | X | |||
10.4 | Garbage Disposal | X |
10.1 The inspector shall inspect: F. installed ovens, ranges, surface cooking appliances, microwave ovens, dishwashing machines, and food waste grinders by using normal operating controls to activate the primary function. 10.2 The inspector is NOT required to inspect: G. installed and free-standing kitchen and laundry appliances not listed in Section 10.1.F. H. appliance thermostats including their calibration, adequacy of heating elements, self cleaning oven cycles, indicator lights, door seals, timers, clocks, timed features, and other specialized features of the appliance. I. operate, or con rm the operation of every control and feature of an inspected appliance.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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11.1 | Attic Insulation | X | X | ||
11.2 | Vapor Retarders | X | |||
11.3 | Ventilation | X | |||
11.4 | Exhaust Systems | X | X |
11.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. insulation and vapor retarders in un nished spaces. 2. ventilation of attics and foundation areas. 3. kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and similar exhaust systems. 4. clothes dryer exhaust systems. B. describe: 1. insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces. 2. absence of insulation in unfinished spaces at conditioned surfaces. 11.2 The inspector is NOT required to disturb insulation.
Insulation depth was inadequate. Recommend a qualified attic insulation contractor install additional insulation.
IN | NI | NP | D | ||
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12.1 | Fireplaces, Stoves & Inserts | X | X | ||
12.2 | Fuel-buring Accessories | X | |||
12.3 | Chimney & Vent Systems | X |
12.1 The inspector shall: A. inspect: 1. fuel-burning replaces, stoves, and replace inserts. 2. fuel-burning accessories installed in replaces. 3. chimneys and vent systems. B. describe systems and components listed in 12.1.A.1 and .2. 12.2 The inspector is NOT required to: A. inspect: 1. interiors of vent systems, ues, and chimneys that are not readily accessible. 2. fire screens and doors. 3. seals and gaskets. 4. automatic fuel feed devices. 5. mantles and replace surrounds. 6. combustion air components and to determine their adequacy. 7. heat distribution assists (gravity fed and fan assisted). 8. fuel-burning replaces and appliances located out- side the inspected structures. B. determine draft characteristics. C. move fireplace inserts and stoves or firebox contents.
The brick lining of the fireplace was cracked in one or more places, which could lead to chimney damage or toxic fumes entering the home. Recommend a qualified fireplace contractor evaluate and repair.