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123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Inspection Date: Sunday March 22, 2015 Prepared For: Prepared By: American Veteran Inspection 7322 Manatee Ave. W. #220 Bradenton, FL 34209 (941) 527-9891 Report Number: 15-0322 Inspector: Bundy Hogue 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 2 Receipt/Invoice American Veteran Inspection 7322 Manatee Ave. W. #220 Bradenton, FL 34209 Date: Mar 22, 2015 Inspection Number: 15-0322 Inspected By: Bundy Hogue Client: Inspection Home Inspection Fee $0.00 Total 0.00 This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 3 Report Summary Items Not Operating Major Concerns Potential Safety Hazards Deferred Cost Items Improvement Items Items To Monitor This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 4 Report Overview House in Perspective Scope of Inspection Main Entrance Faces State of Occupancy Weather Conditions Recent Rain Ground Cover Approximate Age This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 5 Grounds Service Walks None Not Visible Material Concrete Flagstone Gravel Brick Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Trip hazard Settling cracks Public sidewalk needs repair Typical cracks Pitched towards home Comments Driveway/Parking None Not Visible Material Concrete Asphalt Condition Satisfactory Trip hazard Gravel/Dirt Marginal Poor Fill cracks and seal Brick Other Settling Cracks Typical cracks Pitched towards home Comments Porch None Not Visible Condition Satisfactory Support Pier Concrete Floor Satisfactory Marginal Wood Poor Railing/Balusters recommended Other Marginal Poor Safety Hazard Comments Stoops/Steps None Material Concrete Wood Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Cracked Settled Railing/Balusters recommended Poor Safety Hazard Uneven risers Rotted/Damaged Comments Patio None Material Concrete Flagstone Kool-Deck Brick Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Settling cracks Trip hazard Pitched towards home (see remarks) Drainage provided Typical cracks Comments Deck/Balcony None Not Visible Material Wood Metal Condition Satisfactory Finish Treated Painted/Stained Other Railing loose Not Applicable Composite Marginal Railing/Balusters recommended Poor Wood in contact with soil Safety Hazard Improper attachment to house Comments Deck/Patio/Porch Covers None This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 6 Grounds Deck/Patio/Porch Covers cont. Condition Satisfactory Marginal Moisture/Insect damage Poor Recommend Metal Straps/Bolts/Nails/Flashing Posts/Supports need Repair Earth to wood contact Improper attachment to house None Comments Fence/Wall Not evaluated Type Brick Condition Satisfactory Gate N/A None Block Wood Marginal Satisfactory Metal Chain Link Poor Marginal Rusted Typical cracks Poor Vinyl Loose Blocks/Caps Planks missing/damaged Operable: Yes No Comments Landscaping affecting foundation N/A Negative Grade East West North South Satisfactory Recommend additional backfill Recommend window wells/covers Trim back trees/shrubberies Wood in contact with/improper clearance to soil Comments Retaining wall None Material Brick Concrete Concrete block Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Drainage holes recommended Other Railroad ties Safety Hazard Timbers Leaning/cracked/bowed Comments Hose bibs N/A Condition Satisfactory Marginal Operable Yes Not Tested No Poor No anti-siphon valve Recommend Anti-siphon valve Not On Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 7 Roof General None Visibility All Roof Inspected From Partial Limited By Ladder at eaves Ground With Binoculars Style of Roof Type Gable Pitch Low Roof #1 Type: Layers: Age: Location: Roof #2 None Type: Layers: Age: Location: Roof #3 None Type: Layers: Age: Location: Hip Mansard Medium Steep Shed Flat Other Flat Comments Ventilation System Type None N/A Soffit Ridge Gable Roof Turbine Powered Other Foam Rubber Comments Flashing Material Not Visible Galv/Alum Condition Not Visible Satisfactory Separated from chimney/roof Asphalt Copper Lead Other Marginal Poor Rusted Missing Recommend Sealing Other Comments Valleys N/A Material Not Visible Galv/Alum Condition Not Visible Satisfactory Asphalt Lead Marginal Poor Copper Holes Other Rusted Recommend Sealing Comments Condition of Roof Coverings Roof #1 Satisfactory Marginal Poor Curling Cracking Ponding Burn Spots Broken/Loose Tiles/Shingles Nail popping Granules missing Alligatoring Blistering Missing Tabs/Shingles/Tiles Moss buildup Exposed felt Cupping Incomplete/Improper Nailing Recommend roofer evaluate Evidence of Leakage Roof #2 N/A Satisfactory Marginal Poor Curling Cracking Ponding Burn Spots This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 8 Roof Condition of Roof Coverings cont. Roof #2 cont. Broken/Loose Tiles/Shingles Missing Tabs/Shingles/Tiles Incomplete/Improper Nailing Nail popping Granules missing Alligatoring Blistering Moss buildup Exposed felt Cupping Recommend roofer evaluate Evidence of Leakage Roof #3 N/A Satisfactory Marginal Poor Curling Cracking Ponding Burn Spots Broken/Loose Tiles/Shingles Nail popping Granules missing Alligatoring Blistering Missing Tabs/Shingles/Tiles Moss buildup Exposed felt Cupping Incomplete/Improper Nailing Recommend roofer evaluate Evidence of Leakage Comments Skylights N/A Condition Not Visible Cracked/Broken Satisfactory Marginal Poor Comments Plumbing Vents Condition Not Visible Not Present Satisfactory Marginal Poor Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 9 Exterior Chimney(s) None Location(s) Viewed From Roof Ladder at eaves Yes Rain Cap/Spark Arrestor No Stone Ground (Inspection Limited) With Binoculars Recommended Chase Brick Evidence of Holes in metal Cracked chimney cap No apparent defects Flue Tile Evidence of Scaling Cracks Creosote Not evaluated Have flue(s) cleaned and re-evaluated Recommend Cricket/Saddle/Flashing No apparent defects Condition Satisfactory Metal Metal Blocks Unlined Framed Loose mortar joints Flaking Loose brick Rust Not Visible Marginal Poor Recommend Repair Condition Satisfactory Marginal Needs to be cleaned Poor Rusting Material Copper Vinyl/Plastic Leaking Corners Joints Attachment Loose Comments Gutters/Scuppers/Eavestrough None Extension needed Galvanized/Aluminum Hole in main run Missing spikes North South Downspouts needed West Other No apparent leaks Improperly sloped East Recommend repair/replace Satisfactory N/A Comments Siding Material Stone Slate Block/Brick Fiberboard Fiber-cement Asphalt Wood Metal/Vinyl Other Typical cracks Wood rot Loose/Missing/Holes Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Stucco EIFS* Not Inspected Peeling paint Monitor Recommend repair/painting Comments Trim Material Wood Fiberboard Aluminum/Steel Damaged wood Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/painting Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/painting Poor Comments Soffit None Material Wood Fiberboard Aluminum/Steel Damaged wood Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 10 Exterior Fascia None Material Wood Fiberboard Aluminum/Steel Damaged wood Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/painting Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/painting Poor Comments Flashing None Material Wood Fiberboard Aluminum/Steel Damaged wood Other Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Comments Caulking None Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend around windows/doors/masonry ledges/corners/utility penetrations Comments Windows/Screens Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Wood rot Recommend repair/painting Recommend repair/replace damaged screens Failed/fogged insulated glass Material Wood Screens Torn Metal Vinyl Bent Aluminum/Vinyl clad Not installed Satisfactory Comments Storms Windows None Not installed Condition Satisfactory Material Wood Putty Satisfactory Broken/cracked Clad comb. Wood rot Wood/Metal comb. Needed Recommend repair/painting Metal N/A Comments Slab-On-Grade/Foundation Concrete block Foundation Wall Condition Satisfactory Concrete Slab N/A Poured concrete Marginal Not Visible Monitor Post-Tensioned concrete Have Evaluated Satisfactory Marginal Monitor Not Visible Other Not Evaluated Have Evaluated Comments Service Entry Location Underground Condition Satisfactory Exterior receptacles GFCI present Yes Yes Overhead Marginal Poor No Operable: No Operable: Yes Weather head/mast needs repair Overhead wires too low Yes No Condition: Satisfactory No Safety Hazard Reverse polarity Marginal Poor Open ground(s) This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 11 Exterior Service Entry cont. Recommend GFCI Receptacles GFCI present cont. Comments Building(s) Exterior Wall Construction Type Not Visible Framed Masonry Condition Not Visible Satisfactory Other Marginal Poor Comments Exterior Doors Main Entrance N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Door condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Poor Missing Replace Patio N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Door condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Poor Missing Replace Rear door N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Door condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Poor Missing Replace Other door N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Door condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Poor Missing Replace Comments Exterior A/C - Heat pump #1 Unit #1 N/A Location: Brand: Model #: Serial #: Approximate Age: Condition Satisfactory Energy source Electric Unit type Air cooled Yes Condenser Fins Insulation Gas Poor Cabinet/housing rusted Other Water cooled Geothermal Heat pump Yes No Maximum fuse/breaker rating (amps): Improperly sized fuses/breakers Outside Disconnect Level Marginal No Damaged Yes No Improper Clearance (air flow) Fuses/Breakers installed (amps): Recommend re-level unit Need cleaning Damaged base/pad Damaged Refrigerant Line Satisfactory Replace Yes No Comments Exterior A/C - Heat pump #2 Unit #2 N/A Location: Brand: Model #: Serial #: Approx. Age: This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 12 Exterior Exterior A/C - Heat pump #2 cont. Energy source Electric Unit type Air cooled Condenser Fins Other Water cooled Geothermal Heat pump Yes No Maximum fuse/breaker rating (amps): Improperly sized fuses/breakers Outside Disconnect Level Gas Yes No Damaged Insulation Yes No Condition Satisfactory Improper Clearance (air flow) Fuses/Breakers installed (amps): Recommend re-level unit Need cleaning Damaged base/pad Damaged Refrigerant Line Satisfactory Replace Marginal Yes Poor Cabinet/housing rusted No Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 13 Garage/Carport Type None Attached Type Detached 1-Car 2-Car 3-Car 4-Car Carport Comments Automatic Opener None N/A Operable Operation Inoperable Comments Safety Reverse None Operation N/A Operable Not Operable Need(s) adjusting Photo eyes and pressure reverse tested Safety hazard Comments Roofing Material Same as house Type: Approx. age: Approx. layers: Comments Gutters/Eavestrough Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Same as house Comments Siding N/A Material Same as house Condition Satisfactory Wood Marginal Metal Poor Vinyl Stucco Masonry Recommend repair/replace Slate Fiberboard Recommend painting Comments Trim N/A Material Same as house Condition Satisfactory Wood Marginal Aluminum Poor Vinyl Recommend repair/replace Recommend painting Comments Floor Material Concrete Gravel Condition Satisfactory Safety hazard Asphalt Typical cracks Source of Ignition within 18" of the floor N/A Dirt Other Large settling cracks Yes Recommend evaluation/repair No Comments Sill Plates None Not Visible This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 14 Garage/Carport Sill Plates cont. Type Floor level Elevated Condition Rotted/Damaged Recommend repair Comments Overhead Door(s) N/A Material Wood Fiberglass Masonite Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Weatherstripping missing/damaged Recommend Priming/Painting Inside & Edges Metal Recommend repair Hardware loose Loose/missing Yes Safety Cable Recommended No Comments Exterior Service Door None Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Damaged/Rusted Comments Electrical Receptacles Yes Reverse polarity No Yes Not Visible Operable: Yes No No Open ground Yes No Safety Hazard GFCI Present Yes No Operable: Yes Recommend GFCI Receptacles No Handyman/extension cord wiring Comments Fire Separation Walls & Ceiling N/A Condition Satisfactory Moisture Stains Present Typical Cracks Present Yes Yes Missing Recommend repair Recommend repair Holes walls/ceiling Safety hazard(s) No No Fire door Not verifiable Self closure N/A Not a fire door Satisfactory Inoperative Needs repair Satisfactory Missing Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 15 Kitchen Countertops Condition Satisfactory Marginal Recommend repair/caulking Satisfactory Marginal Recommend repair/adjustment Comments Cabinets Condition Comments Plumbing Yes Faucet Leaks No Yes Pipes leak/corroded No Satisfactory Sink/Faucet Corroded Satisfactory Functional drainage Satisfactory Functional flow Chipped Marginal Marginal Cracked Recommend repair Poor Poor Comments Walls & Ceiling Satisfactory Condition Marginal Poor Typical cracks Marginal Poor Sloping Moisture stains Comments Heating/Cooling Source Yes No Comments Floor Satisfactory Condition Squeaks Comments Appliances Disposal N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Oven N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Range N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Dishwasher N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No N/A Trash Compactor Not tested Operable: Yes No Exhaust fan N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Refrigerator N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Microwave N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No Yes No Other Operable: Dishwasher airgap Yes Yes No Dishwasher drain line looped Receptacles present GFCI No Yes Yes No No Operable: Yes No Operable: Yes Potential Safety Hazard(s) Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No No Recommend GFCI Receptacles: Yes No Potential Safety Hazard This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 16 Laundry Room Laundry Laundry sink N/A Faucet leaks Yes No Pipes leak Yes No Cross connections Heat source present Yes Yes Not Visible No Potential Safety Hazard No Room vented Yes Dryer vented N/A Wall Ceiling Floor Not vented Plastic dryer vent not recommended Not vented to exterior Recommend repair Safety hazard Electrical No Open ground/reverse polarity: GFCI present Yes No Operable: Appliances Washer Washer hook-up lines/valves Gas shut-off valve N/A Dryer Yes Yes Yes No Water heater Satisfactory No No Safety hazard Recommend GFCI Receptacles Furnace/Boiler Leaking Cap Needed Corroded Not Visible Safety hazard Not Visible Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 17 Bathroom (1) Bath Location Sinks Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Tubs N/A Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Not Visible Showers N/A Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Not Visible Toilet Bowl loose: Yes No Operable: Yes No Operable: GFCI Recommended Shower/Tub area Ceramic/Plastic Fiberglass Masonite Condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Caulk/Grouting needed: Yes No Where: N/A Drainage Satisfactory Marginal Poor Water flow Satisfactory Marginal Poor Yes Doors Satisfactory Window None Receptacles present GFCI Yes Yes Exhaust fan Yes Yes Cracked bowl Not tested Ceilings Toilet leaks No access door GFCI: Yes No Other Rooted floors Cabinetry Poor Marginal No Operable: No Operable: Yes Walls Marginal Satisfactory Open ground/Reverse polarity Heat source present No No No Whirlpool Moisture stains present Yes Yes Yes No Poor Yes No No Recommend GFCI Potential Safety Hazard No No Operable: Yes No Noisy Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 18 Bathroom (2) Bath Location Sinks Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Tubs N/A Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Not Visible Showers N/A Faucet leaks: Yes No Pipes leak: Yes No Not Visible Toilet Bowl loose: Yes No Operable: Yes No Operable: GFCI Recommended Shower/Tub area Ceramic/Plastic Fiberglass Masonite Condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Caulk/Grouting needed: Yes No Where: N/A Drainage Satisfactory Marginal Poor Water flow Satisfactory Marginal Poor Yes Doors Satisfactory Window None Receptacles present GFCI Yes Yes Exhaust fan Yes Yes Cracked bowl Not tested Ceilings Toilet leaks No access door GFCI: Yes No Other Rooted floors Cabinetry Poor Marginal No Operable: No Operable: Yes Walls Marginal Satisfactory Open ground/Reverse polarity Heat source present No No No Whirlpool Moisture stains present Yes Yes Yes No Poor Yes No No Recommend GFCI Potential Safety Hazard No No Operable: Yes No Noisy Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 19 Room (1) Room Location Type Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Yes Heating source present Bedroom Egress restricted No Holes: N/A Satisfactory Yes Doors Walls Ceilings No Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 20 Room (2) Room Location Type Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Yes Heating source present Bedroom Egress restricted No Holes: N/A Satisfactory Yes Doors Walls Ceilings No Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 21 Room (3) Room Location Type Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Yes Heating source present Bedroom Egress restricted No Holes: N/A Satisfactory Yes Doors Walls Ceilings No Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 22 Room (4) Room Location Type Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Yes Heating source present Bedroom Egress restricted No Holes: N/A Satisfactory Yes Doors Walls Ceilings No Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 23 Room (5) Room Location Type Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Yes Heating source present Bedroom Egress restricted No Holes: N/A Satisfactory Yes Doors Walls Ceilings No Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 24 Interior Fireplace None Location(s) Type Gas Wood Solid fuel burning stove Material Masonry Miscellaneous Blower built-in Operable: Yes No Damper operable: Yes No Open joints or cracks in firebrick/panels should be sealed Fireplace doors need repair Metal (pre-fabricated) N/A Damper modified for gas operation Yes Hearth extension adequate N/A Mantel Metal insert Yes No Ventless Cast Iron Damper missing No Secure Loose Satisfactory Not evaluated Physical condition Electric Recommend repair/replace Marginal Poor Recommend having flue cleaned and re-examined Comments Stairs/Steps/Balconies None Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Loose/Missing Handrail Satisfactory Marginal Poor Safety hazard Risers/Treads Satisfactory Marginal Poor Risers/Treads uneven Hand Rail/Railing/Balusters recommended Trip hazard Comments Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors Present Not Present Operable: Safety Hazard Smoke Detector Yes Present Not Present Operable: Safety Hazard CO Detector Yes No No Not tested Not tested Recommend additional Recommend additional Comments Attic/Structure/Framing/Insulation N/A Stairs Access Access panel Inspected from Location Pulldown Hallway Scuttlehole/Hatch In the attic No Access Other Other Bedroom Closet Garage Other Access limited by Flooring Complete Partial None Insulation Fiberglass Batts Depth: Damaged Installed in Rafters/Trusses Vapor barriers Kraft/foil faced Ventilation Ventilation appears adequate Fans exhausted to Attic: HVAC Duct N/A Loose Displaced Walls Cellulose Missing Between ceiling joists Plastic sheeting Yes Satisfactory No Foam Other Vermiculite Rock wool Compressed Recommend additional insulation Not Visible Underside of roof deck Improperly installed Recommend additional ventilation Recommend repair Outside: Damaged Split Not Visible Disconnected Yes Recommend baffles at eaves No Leaking Not Visible Repair/Replace This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 25 Interior Attic/Structure/Framing/Insulation cont. Recommend Insulation HVAC Duct cont. Chimney chase N/A Satisfactory Yes Structural problems observed Roof structure Rafters Other Ceiling joists Wood Sheathing Plywood Trusses Metal Evidence of moisture Evidence of leaking Firewall between units Electrical Yes N/A Not Visible Recommend repair Metal Collar ties Recommend structural engineer Purlins Knee wall Not Visible Not Visible Yes Yes No Wood OSB Evidence of condensation Needs repair Planking Rotted Stained Delaminated No No No Yes No Needs repair/sealing No apparent defects Open junction box(es) Handyman wiring Knob and tube covered with insulation Safety Hazard Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 26 Plumbing Water service Main shut-off location Not Visible PEX Plastic Water entry piping Copper/Galv. PVC Plastic Lead Polyethylene Yes Lead other than solder joints No Unknown Condition Satisfactory Flow Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend pressure regulator Pipes Supply/Drain Copper Satisfactory Support/Insulation CPVC Plastic Polybutylene Plastic Poor Water pressure over 80 psi Cast iron Marginal Galvanized Recommend plumber evaluate Dissimilar metal Recommend repair PVC ABS Brass Poor N/A Type: Traps proper P-Type Drainage PVC Plastic Corroded Leaking Valves broken/missing Cross connection: Yes No Safety Hazard Recommend a dielectric union Satisfactory Drain/Waste/Vent pipe Condition Marginal Polybutylene Plastic Service entry Copper Galvanized PEX Plastic Other Visible water distribution piping CPVC Plastic Yes No Satisfactory P-traps recommended Marginal N/A Interior fuel storage system Poor Yes No Leaking: Fuel line N/A Copper Brass Black iron Recommend CSST be properly bonded Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Yes No Stainless steel CSST Not Visible Galvanized Recommend plumber evaluate Comments Main fuel shut-off location N/A Location Comments Well pump N/A Type Submersible In basement Yes Pressure gauge operable Well house No Well pressure: Well pit Shared well Not Visible Comments Sanitary/Grinder pump N/A Operable: Sealed Crock Sealed crock: Check Valve Check valve: Shut-off Valve Shut-off valve: Vented Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 27 Plumbing Water heater #1 N/A General Brand Name: Serial #: Capacity: Approx. age: Gas Type Electric Combustion air venting present Seismic restraints needed Relief valve N/A Condition Satisfactory LP Other Yes No N/A Yes Yes No Extension proper: Vent pipe Oil No N/A Yes Satisfactory No Missing Pitch proper Marginal Recommend repair Improper Rusted Improper material Recommend repair Poor Comments Water heater #2 N/A General Brand Name: Serial #: Capacity: Approx. age: Gas Type Electric Combustion air venting present Seismic restraints needed Relief valve N/A Condition Satisfactory LP Other Yes No N/A Yes Yes No Extension proper: Vent pipe Oil No N/A Yes Satisfactory No Missing Pitch proper Marginal Recommend repair Improper Rusted Improper material Recommend repair Poor Comments Water softener None Yes No Plumbing hooked up Yes Loop installed Plumbing leaking Yes No No Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 28 Heating System Heating system Unit #1 Unit #2 Brand name: Approx. age: Unknown Model #: Serial #: Satisfactory Recommended HVAC technician examine None Brand name: Approx. age: Unknown Model #: Serial #: Satisfactory Gas Energy source Oil Belt drive Warm air system N/A Carbon monoxide Direct drive Poor Recommended HVAC technician examine Solid fuel Gravity Central system Visual w/mirror Detected at plenum Floor/wall furnace Flame distortion Detected at register Rusted Not tested Tester: N/A Combustion air venting present Controls Electric Poor N/A Sealed Not Visible Carbon/soot buildup Heat exchanger CO test LP Marginal Marginal Disconnect: Yes Gas shut off valve: Yes No Yes Normal operating and safety controls observed No Distribution Metal duct Insulated flex duct Safety Hazard Flue piping N/A Filter Standard Electrostatic Electronic (not tested) Satisfactory N/A Heat pump Sub-slab ducts Recommend repair/replace Needs cleaning/replacement Yes No Missing Not tested Supplemental gas Marginal N/A Asbestos-like wrap Safety hazard Did not fire Proper operation: Satisfactory System not operated due to Duct board Improper slope Satisfactory Supplemental electric N/A Cold air returns Rusted Fired When turned on by thermostat No Poor Water/Sand Observed: Exterior temperature Yes No Other Comments Boiler system N/A General Brand name: Approx. age: Model #: Serial #: Energy source Gas Distribution Hot water Circulator Pump Controls LP Oil Electric Baseboard Gravity Yes Combustion air venting present Steam Radiator Radiant floor Multiple zones Temp/pressure gauge exist: Oil fired units Disconnect: Solid fuel Yes No Operable: Yes No No Yes No N/A This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 29 Heating System Boiler system cont. Yes Relief valve No Missing Extension proper: Operated When turned on by thermostat: Operation Satisfactory: Yes No Fired Yes No Recommend repair/replace Did not fire Recommend HVAC technician examine before closing Comments Other systems N/A Type Electric baseboard Proper operation Yes System condition Satisfactory Radiant ceiling cable Gas space heater Solid fuel burning stove No Marginal Poor Recommend HVAC Technician Examine Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 30 Electric/Cooling System Main panel Location Satisfactory Condition Poor Yes Adequate Clearance to Panel Unknown Amperage/Voltage Breakers Breakers/Fuses 60a 100a 150a No Yes No Operable: Yes No AFCI breaker Yes No Operable: Yes No Copper Condition: Copper Branch wire Branch wire condition 400a 120v/240v Not Visible GFCI breaker Main wire 200a Fuses Yes Appears grounded No Not Tested Aluminum Satisfactory Not Visible Marginal Double tapping of the main wire Poor Aluminum Solid Branch Aluminum Wiring Not Visible Safety Hazard Satisfactory Poor Recommend electrician evaluate/repair Romex BX cable Conduit Knob/Tube Double tapping Wires undersized/oversized breaker/fuse Panel not accessible Not evaluated Reason: Comments Sub panel(s) None apparent Location(s) Location 1: Location 2: Location 3: Evaluation Panel not accessible Not evaluated Reason: Recommend separating/isolating neutrals Branch wire Copper Aluminum Neutral isolated: Yes Satisfactory Condition Recommend electrician repair/evaluate box Safety hazard Neutral/ground separated: No Marginal Yes No Poor Comments Evaporator Coil Section Unit #1 N/A General Central system Location: Age: Serial #: Evaporator coil Refrigerant lines Satisfactory Wall unit Not Visible Needs cleaning Damaged Leak/Oil present Damage Insulation missing To exterior To pump Floor drain Condensate line/drain Other Yes No Needed: Secondary condensate line/drain Present: Recommend technician evaluate Operation Satisfactory Yes No Primary pan appears clogged Differential: This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 31 Electric/Cooling System Evaporator Coil Section Unit #1 cont. Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend HVAC technician examine/clean/service Not operated due to exterior temperature Condition Comments Evaporator Coil Section Unit #2 N/A General Central system Location: Age: Serial #: Evaporator coil Refrigerant lines Satisfactory Wall unit Not Visible Needs cleaning Damaged Leak/Oil present Damage Insulation missing Recommend/Replace damaged/missing insulation Condensate line/drain To exterior To pump Floor drain Other Yes No Needed: Secondary condensate line/drain Present: Recommend technician evaluate Operation Condition Satisfactory Yes No Primary pan appears clogged Differential: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend HVAC technician examine/clean/service Not operated due to exterior temperature Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 32 Living Room Living Room Location Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Heating source present Yes No Holes: Satisfactory Doors Walls Ceilings Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection 123 Main St, Any Town, AK 11345 Page 33 Dining Room Dining Room Location Walls & Ceiling Moisture stains Satisfactory Yes Where: Poor Typical cracks Damage No Floor Satisfactory Ceiling fan None Electrical Marginal Marginal Satisfactory Poor Squeaks Marginal Poor Slopes Tripping hazard Recommend repair/replace Switches: Yes No Operable Receptacles: Yes No Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes No Safety hazard Cover plates missing Heating source present Yes No Holes: Satisfactory Doors Walls Ceilings Doors None Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware Windows None Satisfactory Marginal Broken/Missing hardware Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glass Comments This confidential report is prepared exclusively for ©2015 American Veteran Inspection
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