January
07, 2003
Company Name
Company Address
Roswell, GA 30076
Phone (000) 000-0000
Fax (000) 000-0000
E-Mail info@empiricaldatasolutions.com
Inspector: InspectorBob, ASHI # 000, CABO # 0000
This report was prepared for the exclusive use of Client’s name
Property
Inspected inspection
address
Scope of Inspection and Definitions are located in the Appendix
and the ASHI® Standards of Practice.
Copies of these documents are included for your perusal.
Inspection
Fee $280.00
Type of
Inspection Full Home
People
Present Client & Realtor
Weather
Conditions 48 , Clear
The Attention Items section includes components which the
inspector believes are in need of immediate repair or will require repair in
the near future.
Defective Gutters All gutters are clogged with
debris and holding water. Clean gutters, related roof areas and tighten all
fasteners.
Defective Debris
Under House Cellulose
material attracts termites and other debris creates nesting environments,
Remove debris.
Defective Hall
Bath Tub / Shower Shower
diverter inoperative, repair.
Defective Water
Heater Pressure Relief Valve (T&P) Correct
the following:
No
drain valve on drain line. Drain valve
is required when discharge water will not flow away from valve (pipe goes up).
Install drain valve.
Leaking.
Replace valve per present code.
Defective Disposal Inoperative, replace.
Defective Ventilator No fan is present and fan
does not discharge to exterior, replace.
Defective Counter
Tops Counter top is
damaged right of sink, replace damaged area.
Marginal Heating
System(s) Appliance has
reached it's average life expectancy.
Defective Main
Panel (open spaces in panel front) Two :
Install blank cover(s).
Bottom left breaker is wrong type for panel type, replace
breaker.
Defective Light
fixture(s) Inoperative at
kitchen sink, unable to find control switch.
Defective Wire
Junctions Exposed splice (s)
at homeowner installed basement wiring. Electrician to correct all unsafe
basement wiring.
Defective Whole
House Fan inoperative,
repair or replace.
Defective Gas
Appliances (in garage) Water
Heater flames are not 18" above garage floor.
If warning label is
present on appliance, then it was required when installed. If not present, then raising appliance is recommended.
Style of
House Split Level
Bedrooms 4 A
door, window and closet must be present.
Full Baths 2
Foundation
Type Basement
Foundation
Type Crawl Space
Approximate
Age 32 years
Public Water and Sewer
Utility Status Water, Electricity and Gas are on.
Acceptable Concrete
Walks Minor cracks typically
occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are recommended
at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
Acceptable Front
Stoops/Steps. Masonry or Concrete Minor
cracks typically occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no
repairs are recommended at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
3. Patios, Decks
and Porches
Acceptable Patio-
Concrete Minor cracks
typically occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are
recommended at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
Acceptable Foliage
Acceptable Driveway
(Concrete) Minor cracks
typically occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are
recommended at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
NONE: Not Present.
Acceptable Grading
Acceptable Brick
Veneer Minor cracks typically
occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are recommended
at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
Acceptable Wood
Siding The Siding
condition is typical for age and type of wood product.
Acceptable Trim (outside)
(Roof Overhang)
Acceptable Fascia
Acceptable Soffits
Acceptable Entry
Doors
Acceptable Storm
Doors (Where Present)
Acceptable Windows
- Single Pane
Not Inspected Window
Screens
Acceptable Flashing
(door/window head)
Acceptable Caulking/Sealing
Acceptable Exterior
Paint / Stain Cleaning and
refinishing of surfaces is usually required ever 4 to 5 years.
1. Method
of Inspection: Components were inspected
from ground using binoculars.
Style gable
Observed 1 layers
of roofing
Primary
Roofing 10 years
(approximate age)
Primary
Roofing 8 Years
(approximate Remaining life)
Acceptable 20
year asphalt shingle Condition
is typical for age.
Acceptable Roof
Flashing
Acceptable Roof
Vents
Acceptable Gutters,
Downspouts and Extensions (where present) Components
appear serviceable. Underground rainwater piping, if present, was not
inspected.
1. Method of Inspection: Attic was viewed from access. Inspection was limited by view from access.
2. Roof Framing
and Sheathing
Acceptable Roof
Framing rafters (stick
framed)
Acceptable
Roof Sheathing Used plywood
Acceptable Attic
Ventilation Used soffit /
roof
Not Inspected Attic
Fan (installed in roof)
Temperature was too cool to activate thermostat control.
Fiberglass, R-Value 19 (estimated value based on average
thickness)
Not Inspected Ceiling
Framing Not visible due to
insulation.
Acceptable Exhaust
Ducts
Attic
Access hatch (s)
No
Evidence of ongoing water penetration Some
water staining is typical in all attics and is not specifically addressed in
this report. Staining may have occurred during construction or from previous
leaks.
GARAGE Tuck-Under 2 vehicle spaces
Acceptable Concrete Minor cracks typically
occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are recommended
at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
Acceptable Door
(Vehicle) 2 door (s)
Not Present Fire
Retardant Material (common to living spaces)
Fire retardant material not present.
May not have been
required by local officials when built.
Not Present Fire
Rated Door to Living Space May
not have been required by local officials when built.
Hollow
core door is installed.
Gas
Appliances (in garage) water
heater
Gas
Appliances (in garage) furnace
(Foundation and Walls)
We
do not perform Wood destroying organisms inspections. We will however try to
determine if any visible structural damage
exists.
Partial
Basement
unfinished
Crawl
Space
partial. Inspection limited by space obstructions.
Acceptable Foundation
Material block walls (minor cracks)
Acceptable Concrete
Slab Minor cracks typically
occur and are not addressed in this report. Although no repairs are recommended
at this time we recommend monitoring for changes.
Acceptable Framed
Wood Studs Wall
inspection is limited to visible bowing and cracking.
Not Inspected Beams (all floors) Not
Visible due to ceiling cover.
Acceptable Joists
/ Trusses
Not Inspected Wood
Sub-flooring Floor has
finish surface installed.
Acceptable Floor
Settlement (wood) Minor
(typical) floor settlement has occurred.
Not Present Evidence
of Active Moisture or Water Penetration
Not Present Insulation Under floor insulation is
recommended. Install vapor barrier to conditioned side.
Not Inspected Water
Service not visible.
Water
Pipes copper
Drain / Vent
Pipes cast iron
This device is used to protect piping and fixtures from
excessive water pressure which may build-up due to hot water expansion.
Main Fuel
Supply Shut-Off Located
at gas meter.
Acceptable Fuel
Supply Lines
Laundry
Connections Electric 220
volt dryer, dryer vent; washer 110 volt electric and plumbing connections are
present.
Acceptable Bath
Plumbing Fixtures Water
flow and drainage was good at all toilets, tubs, showers and bath sinks; unless
otherwise noted. Mechanical drain
stoppers are not part of this inspection.
Gas:
Approximate age in years 4
Average life is 10 years.
Acceptable Operation(
Water Heater)
Unless
otherwise noted; water heater, venting, combustion air and pressure relief
valve are functioning properly.
Acceptable Hose
Bibs (outside)
Acceptable Water
Pressure
visual
only
Main Water
Valve located at
front wall under main floor.
Acceptable Cooking
Appliances electric
Acceptable Dishwasher
Acceptable Cabinets
Acceptable Sink
(s)
Maintenance An annual service check should
be performed every fall by a qualified technician. If Air Conditioning is
present then an annual service should also be performed every spring. Air filters
should be changed at least twice a year.
Age is
same as house. (Average Life is 15 years)
Size (approx.) 80 thousand
BTUs
Type: central; forced-air furnace
Energy Source: natural
gas
Acceptable Operation
Acceptable Components Unless otherwise noted;
Exhaust venting, thermostat(s), zone controls, and distribution are
functioning. Combustion air supply appears adequate.
Acceptable Burner
Assembly (fossil fuel units) Heat
exchanger is only partially visible without dismantling burner assembly.
Manufacturer(s) Goodman
Approximate
Age in years: 3
(Average Life is 15 years)
Size (approx.) 3.5 Tons
Type: central; forced-air.
Distribution and controls shared with forced-air furnace.
Energy Source: electric
Not Inspected AC
Operation Due to season,
AC was not operated, visual component inspection only.
(Evaporator coil is located at the air discharge end of air
handling unit.)
Not Inspected Evaporator
coil Evaporator coil is
enclosed and not visible.
Acceptable Electric
Disconnect for AC Condenser
Acceptable Exterior
Coil (Condenser)
Acceptable AC
Condensate Removal
Acceptable Service
Cable Condition 120/240
volt "overhead / aluminum wire.
Ampere capacity (Rating) 150
Main
Disconnect Breaker located at
main panel.
Main
Panel Located at Basement
Ampere capacity (Rating) 150
120 volt circuits 11
240 volt circuits 3
Breakers
are used for over-current protection devices.
None: Not Present.
Acceptable Electric
Branch Circuits A
representative number of Outlets, switches and lights are operated. Acceptable,
Unless noted otherwise.
Acceptable Water
line
Wire
Conductors Romex
Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) A
electrical device which automatically opens the circuit when a current leak to
the ground is demodulated. Device should be installed in all damp and wet
areas. National Electric Code (NEC)
Not Present GFCI
Protection Recommended for
all damp or wet areas.
Smoke
Alarms The National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) recommends one smoke alarm in every sleeping
room, within 15 feet of outside of all sleeping rooms (halls) and on each level
of house separated by doors.
Smoke alarms should be replaced every 5 years.
Acceptable Smoke
Alarms Accessible smoke
alarms were tested. See Smoke alarm comment.
Not Present C.
O. Alarm This device is
used to detect harmful levels of Carbon Monoxide. CO gas is know as the silent
killer and is recommend for all homes which contain any appliance which uses
combustible fuel.
Arc- Fault
Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) An
AFCI is an electrical safety device installed in new home bedroom circuits, in
some jurisdictions, for construction permitted after January1, 2002. The AFCI's
purpose is to prevent fires, which may occur due to faulty electrical
appliances connected to a bedroom circuit.
Not Present AFCI
Protection Recommended safety
update.
For more information, go to www.epa.gov
and www.cpsc.gov for consumer recalls.
Not Inspected Radon
Level
Testing
for Radon gas hazard is recommended for all ground level dwelling. For more
information call (770) 458-6446 or go to www.radonga.com.
Not Inspected Wall
Insulation not visible
Not Inspected Mold
and Fungus Testing We
do not inspect for mold or fungus presents.
Acceptable Stairway
/ Railing
Acceptable Cabinets
(Bath, Bar, etc.)
Acceptable Interior
Finishes
Acceptable Ceiling
(paddle) Fans
Acceptable Bath
Exhaust Fan (s)
End of
Report