Inspection Tech. (330) Inspected By: Aaron Westerburg

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1 Inspection Tech (330) Inspected By: Aaron Westerburg Inspection Tech Home Inspection Report Prepared For: Mr. & Mrs. Homebuyer Property Address: 1234 Easy Street Cleveland, OH Inspected on Mon, Jun at 8:00 AM

2 Table of Contents 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH General 3 Exterior 3 Garage 6 Roofing 7 Cooling 8 Attic 10 Interior Rooms 11 Bathroom(s) 17 Kitchen 19 Laundry Room 19 Basement 19 Structure 22 Electrical 22 Heating #1 Attic 23 Heating #2 Basement 24 Plumbing 25 Summary 26 Report Summary 27 Page 2 of 35

3 General Style: Approximate Age: Occupied: Furnished: People Present: Weather: Temperature: Soil Condition: Front Door Faces: General Apprearance: 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Colonial 5-10 years Yes Yes Client, Selling Agent Sunny degrees Damp West Exterior The visible condition of exterior coverings, trim, entrances and drainage are inspected with respect to their effect on the condition of the building. Driveway: Service Walks: Exterior Covering: Exterior Trim Material: Gutters: Windows: Screens: Storm Windows: Caulking: Patio/Lanai: Porch: Concrete Condition: Concrete, Flagstone Condition: Brick, Vinyl Condition: Vinyl, Aluminum Condition: Aluminum Condition: Vinyl Condition: Screens installed, Missing some screens Condition: Not installed Condition: N/A Need around windows, Needed around doors Condition: Marginal Concrete Condition: Concrete Condition: Page 3 of 35

4 (Exterior continued) Stoop/steps: Wood, Improper pitch Condition: Marginal Porch/Covered Entrance: Wood Condition: Landscaping Affecting Foundation: None Hose Bibs: Not tested, No anti-siphon valve Condition: Exterior Electrical: Under ground, Exterior outlets operate, Exterior outlets GFCI protected, GFCI s not working, Open ground SAFETY HAZARD Condition: Marginal Comment 1: Step is improperly pitched and water is ponding. Recommend repair. Figure 1-1 Comment 2: Ungrounded outlet outside. SAFETY HAZARD. Recommend upgrading to a GFCI protected outlet. Page 4 of 35

5 (Exterior continued) Figure 2-1 Comment 3: Recommend repair and seal siding to prevent infestations. Figure 3-1 Figure 3-2 Comment 4: Several burrow holes around house. Recommend pest/rodent inspection. Page 5 of 35

6 (Exterior continued) Figure 4-1 Garage Type: Mechanical Opener: Safety Reverse: Electris Sensor: Overhead Door: Service Door: Floor: Sill Plates: Electrical: Fire Wall Between Garage & House: Fire Door: 2 car, Attached Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Metal Condition: Concrete Condition: Elevated, Present, GFCI protected, Operates N/A Page 6 of 35

7 (Garage continued) Exterior Exterior Covering: Exterior Trim Material: Roofing Roofing Material: Gutter Material: Same as house, Vinyl Condition: Same as house, Aluminum Condition: Same as house, 3 Tab Shingle Condition: Metal Condition: Roofing The visible condition of the roof covering, flashings, skylights, chimneys and roof penetrations are inspected. The purpose of the inspection is to determine general condition, NOT to determine life expectancy. Roof Visibility: All Inspection Method: From Ground With Binoculars Style Of Roof: Gable Pitch: Medium Roofing Material: 3 Tab Shingle Condition: Estimated Layers: 1+ Estimated Age Of Roof: years Ventilation Present: Gable Ends, Ridge Vent Roof Condition: Curling, Cupping Flashing Material: Aluminum, Not visible Condition: Valley Material: Aluminum Condition: Skylights: N/A Condition: N/A Plumbing Vents: Present Condition: Page 7 of 35

8 (Roofing continued) Comment 5: Metal roofing is rusted and in need of repairs. Figure 5-1 Chimney Chase: Flue: Brick, Framed Condition: Tile, Metal Condition: Cooling The cooling system is inspected by operation of the equipment by normal controls to determine general condition NOT life expectancy. The capacity or adequacy of cooling system is beyond the scope of a home inspection. A licensed HVAC contractor should be consulted if in question. Energy Source: Type of Equipment: Type of Distribution: Operated: Temperature Differential: Refrigerant Lines: Electric Air cooled Metal Ducting, Flexible Ducting Disconnected Condition: N/A N/A Page 8 of 35

9 (Cooling continued) A/C Condensor #1 Brand: Select Condition: Model Number: WAKA-037JAZ Approximate Age: 10 years Max Breaker: 35 Level: Yes Rusted: No Comment 6: Both A/C units disconnected at time of inspection due to repairs being made to basement. Figure 6-1 A/C Condensor #2 Brand: Select Condition: Model Number: WAKA-030JAZ Approximate Age: 10 years Max Breaker: 35 Level: Yes Rusted: No Page 9 of 35

10 Attic 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Access: Stairs Inspected from:: Inside the attic Location: Bedroom hall Flooring: Complete Insulation: Loose, 3-6 inches Ins. installed in: Floor, Walls Vent fans: Not Present Ventalation: Appears adequate Roof Structure: Wood rafters/joists Roof Sheathing: OSB Condition: Fans Exhausted : Not visible Chimney Chase: Needs repair Structural Problems Observed: None Vapor Barrier: Not visible Electrical: Comment 7: Light can be seen on both sides if chimney. Recommend sealing. Figure 7-1 Comment 8: Loose cooling duct in attic. Recommend repair. Page 10 of 35

11 (Attic continued) Figure 8-1 Interior Rooms The interior inspection is limited to readily accessible areas that are not concealed by furnishings or stored items. A representative number of windows and doors. General Window Condition: Window Materials: Leaking Insulated Glass: Entry Door(s): Entry Door Materials: Master Bed Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows:, Some windows stick Vinyl No Wood, Metal Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Page 11 of 35

12 (Interior Rooms continued) Guest Bed Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: Bed Room #1 Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows:, Typical cracks, Sqeaks Marginal, Wobbles Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Door does not latch properly, Sqeaks Marginal, Blades are droopy Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Door does not latch properly, Closet door off track Comment 9: Closet door off track. Figure 9-1 Page 12 of 35

13 (Interior Rooms continued) Bed Room #2 Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: Marginal, Moisture stains, Sqeaks Marginal, Wobbles Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Comment 10: Water damage in closet. Figure 10-1 Living Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: Marginal, Cracked tiles Marginal, Missing screw from cap Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Page 13 of 35

14 (Interior Rooms continued) Dining Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: Office/Den Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: N/A Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes, Screen door does not have a closing arm, Typical cracks, Sqeaks N/A Switches operate, Outlets operate, Ungrounded 3 prong outlets Yes Comment 11: Fireplace would not fire up. Ignighter does not work. Basement Room Walls & Ceilings: Flooring: Ceiling Fan: Electrical: Heat Source Present: Doors & Windows: Poor, Holes in walls, Sqeaks N/A Switches operate, Outlets operate Yes Comment 12: Being repaired. Page 14 of 35

15 (Basement Room continued) Figure 12-1 Comment 13: Loose electrical wires. Being repaired. Figure 13-1 Page 15 of 35

16 (Interior Rooms continued) Fire Place Office/Den Location: Office/ Den Room Type: Gas Insert: Metal Condition: Damper: None Blower Built In: Plug does not reach outlet Hearth: Mantle: Comment 14: Ignighter does not work, could not light. Fire Place Living Room Location: Type: Insert: Damper: Blower Built In: Hearth: Mantle: Living room Gas Metal Condition: None Not tested Comment 15: Gas turned off. Not tested. Fire Place Basement Location: Type: Insert: Damper: Blower Built In: Hearth: Basement Wood Masonry, Open joints in firebrick should be sealed Condition: Marginal Operates N/A Page 16 of 35

17 (Fire Place Basement continued) 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Mantle: Fire Place MBR Location: Type: Insert: Damper: Blower Built In: Hearth: Mantle: Master bed room Gas Metal Condition: None N/A Bathroom(s) Master Bathroom Sink(s): Tub: Shower: Showet/Tub Area: Toilet: Whirlpool: Drainage: Water Flow: Moisture Stain: Doors & Windows: Electrical: Exhaust Fan: Heat Source: Faucet leaks NO, Drain leaks NO N/A NO faucet leaks, NO drain leaks Tile, Glass Block Condition: Bowl is loose, Recommend repair/replace Working properly None Switches work properly, Outlets present, GFCI protected, Operate Present, Operates, Noisy Present Page 17 of 35

18 (Bathroom(s) continued) Bathroom Location: Sink(s): Tub: Shower: Showet/Tub Area: Toilet: Drainage: Water Flow: Moisture Stain: Doors & Windows: Electrical: Exhaust Fan: Heat Source: Half Bathroom Location: Sink(s): Toilet: Drainage: Water Flow: Moisture Stain: Doors & Windows: Electrical: Exhaust Fan: Heat Source: 2nd floor Faucet leaks NO, Drain leaks NO Faucet leaks NO, Drain leaks NO NO faucet leaks, NO drain leaks, Faucet and handle are loose Fiberglass Condition: Working properly None Switches work properly, Outlets present, GFCI protected, Operate Present, Operates Present 1st floor Faucet leaks NO, Drain leaks NO, Recommend repair/replace, Loose Bowl is loose, Recommend repair/replace None Switches work properly, Outlets present, GFCI protected, Operate None Present Page 18 of 35

19 Kitchen Counter Tops: Cabinets: Plumbing: Drainage: Water Pressure: Walls & Ceiling: Floor: Electrical: Appliances Disposal: Range: Oven: Refrigerator: Exhaust Fan: Dishwasher: Trash Compactor: 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Marginal, Recommend repair or replace Faucet leaks NO, Drain leaks NO Adequate Adequate Switches work properly, Outlets present, GFCI protected, Operate Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Yes, Operates Yes, Operates, Improper drain line Yes, operates Laundry Room Laundry Sink: Appliances Present: Dryer: Electrical: Room Appears Vented: Cross Connections: Basement Stairs: Handrail: Headway Over Stairs: Under Carriage: Washer, Dryer Electric, Vented out wall Yes None apparent Comment 16: Page 19 of 35

20 (Basement continued) Basement walls have several cracks, movement and moisture. Recommend repairs. Figure 16-1 Figure 16-2 Figure 16-3 Figure 16-4 Page 20 of 35

21 (Basement continued) Figure 16-5 Figure 16-6 Foundation Walls Building Matetial: Horizontal Cracks: Verticle Cracks : Step Cracks : Movement Apperant : Covered Walls: Condition: Floor Building Material: Basement Drainage Indications Of Moisture: Sump Pump: Floor Drains: Concrete block West, East None West West, East North, West Poor Concrete, Typical cracks Condition: Yes, Fresh Yes, Operates Yes, Not tested Page 21 of 35

22 (Basement continued) Girders & Columns Building Material: Joists/Trusses Building Material: Structure Block Condition: Wood, 2x8, 2x10 Condition: The visible condition of the structural components is inspected. The determination of adequacy of structural components is beyond the scope of a home inspection. Foundation Types: Foundation Materials: Floor Structure: Wall Structure: Electrical Basement Block Wood Framed Wood Framed The inspector can not inspect hidden wiring or verify if the number of outlets is per the National Electric Code. A representative number of outlets, switches and fixtures are tested for operation. Service Panel Location: Service Voltage: Service Amperage: Over Current Devices: Main Disconnect Location: Subpanel Locations: Smoke Detectors Present: Appears Grounded: Main Wire: Branch Wire: Arc Fault: GFCI present: Panel: Basement 120 volts 200 amps Breakers Service Panel None Yes Yes Aluminum Copper, Romex None present No Marginal Page 22 of 35

23 (Electrical continued) Comment 17: Rusting and moisture present in the electrical panel. Figure 17-1 A representative number of installed lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and exterior walls were tested. Electrical Fixtures Overall Condition: Heating #1 Attic The heating system is inspected visually and operated by normal controls to determine general condition NOT life expectancy. The capacity or adequacy of the heating system is beyond the scope of a home inspection. A licensed HVAC contractor should be consulted if in question. Brand Name: Type: Model Number: Serial Number: Approximate Age: Energy Source: Hot Air Systems: Heat Exchanger: Weather King Central unit WTGA-09EZJAS DF5D707F years Gas Direct drive N/A sealed Page 23 of 35

24 (Heating #1 Attic continued) Type of Distribution: Flue Piping: Filter: Operation: Controls: Metal Ducting, Flexible Ducting PVC Standard, Fired, Disconnect switch, Safety controls Comment 18: OSB board that attic furnace sits on appears to be charred. Reason unknown. Figure 18-1 Heating #2 Basement The heating system is inspected visually and operated by normal controls to determine general condition NOT life expectancy. The capacity or adequacy of the heating system is beyond the scope of a home inspection. A licensed HVAC contractor should be consulted if in question. Brand Name: Type: Model Number: Serial Number: Approximate Age: Energy Source: Hot Air Systems: Heat Exchanger: Weather King Central unit WGRA 10EZAJS EJ5D707F years Gas Direct drive N/A sealed Page 24 of 35

25 (Heating #2 Basement continued) 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Type of Distribution: Flue Piping: Filter: Operation: Controls: Metal Ducting PVC Standard, Needs replaced Fired, Disconnect switch, Safety controls Plumbing The plumbing system is inspected visually and by operating a representative number of fixtures. Private water and waste systems are beyond the scope of a home inspection. Location of Water Shutoff: Water Entry Piping: Water Lines: Water Flow: Water Pressure: Drain Lines: Waste Discharge: Gas Lines: Well Pump: Sanitary Pump: Water Softener: Water Heater Brand Name: Serial #: Model #: Approximate Age: Heat Source: Capacity: Relief Valve: Extension: Vent Pipe: In the Basement Copper Copper Plastic, Steel Condition: Black iron N/A N/A N/A Ruud RUNG 0800D03598 PVP50E-1 A 12 years Gas 50 gallons Present Present Plastic Page 25 of 35

26 Summary Items Not Operating: Major Concerns: Potential Safety Hazards: Deferred Cost Items: 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Air Conditioner, Fireplace Potential Foundation Problems Ungrounded exterior outlet A/C that is 7+ years., Sump pumps., Water heater that is 5+ years. *Items listed in this report may inadvertently have been left off the Summary list. Customer should read the entire report, including the remarks. Page 26 of 35

27 Report Summary 1234 Easy Street, Cleveland, OH Exterior 1) Step is improperly pitched and water is ponding. Recommend repair. Figure 1-1 2) Ungrounded outlet outside. SAFETY HAZARD. Recommend upgrading to a GFCI protected outlet. Figure 2-1 3) Recommend repair and seal siding to prevent infestations. Page 27 of 35

28 (Report Summary continued) Figure 3-1 Figure 3-2 4) Several burrow holes around house. Recommend pest/rodent inspection. Figure 4-1 Roofing 5) Metal roofing is rusted and in need of repairs. Page 28 of 35

29 (Report Summary continued) Figure 5-1 Cooling: A/C Condensor #1 6) Both A/C units disconnected at time of inspection due to repairs being made to basement. Figure 6-1 Attic 7) Light can be seen on both sides if chimney. Recommend sealing. Page 29 of 35

30 (Report Summary continued) Figure 7-1 8) Loose cooling duct in attic. Recommend repair. Figure 8-1 Interior Rooms: Bed Room #1 9) Closet door off track. Page 30 of 35

31 (Report Summary continued) Figure 9-1 Interior Rooms: Bed Room #2 10) Water damage in closet. Figure 10-1 Interior Rooms: Office/Den Room 11) Fireplace would not fire up. Ignighter does not work. Page 31 of 35

32 (Report Summary continued) Interior Rooms: Basement Room 12) Being repaired. Figure ) Loose electrical wires. Being repaired. Figure 13-1 Interior Rooms: Fire Place Office/Den 14) Ignighter does not work, could not light. Page 32 of 35

33 (Report Summary continued) Interior Rooms: Fire Place Living Room 15) Gas turned off. Not tested. Basement 16) Basement walls have several cracks, movement and moisture. Recommend repairs. Figure 16-1 Figure 16-2 Figure 16-3 Figure 16-4 Page 33 of 35

34 (Report Summary continued) Figure 16-5 Figure 16-6 Electrical 17) Rusting and moisture present in the electrical panel. Figure 17-1 Heating #1 Attic 18) OSB board that attic furnace sits on appears to be charred. Reason unknown. Page 34 of 35

35 (Report Summary continued) Figure 18-1 Page 35 of 35