(336) 906-1402
PO Box 464
Trinity NC 27370-0464
Trinity NC 27370-0464
Inspector: Randy Beck
North Carolina License #2114
Summary
| Client(s): | Sample |
| Property address: | 1234 Sunny Lane Oak Ridge NC |
| Inspection date: | Friday, December 1, 2017 |
This report published on Saturday, February 26, 2022 11:37:43 AM EST
"This summary is not the entire report. The full report may include additional information of interest or concern to the client. It is strongly recommended that the client promptly read the complete report. For information regarding the negotiability of any item in this report under a real estate purchase contract, contact your North Carolina real estate agent or an attorney."
 | Safety | Poses a risk of injury or death |
 | Repair/Replace | Recommend repairing or replacing |
 | Repair/Maintain | Recommend repair and/or maintenance |
 | Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
 | Evaluate | Recommend evaluation by a specialist |
 | Comment | For your information |
General Information
1) The natural gas service was not turned on during the inspection. The inspector operates only "normal" controls such as thermostats, stove burner knobs, and on/off switches, and does not operate gas shut-off valves or activate pilot lights. As a result, items such as but not limited to the gas supply system, gas-fired water heater(s), gas-fired forced air furnace(s), gas fireplace(s), stove(s), and range(s) weren't fully evaluated. The inspector was unable to test for gas leaks. Recommend that a qualified person make a full evaluation of the gas supply system and gas-fired appliances after the gas supply is turned back on. Any problems that are found after this evaluation should be repaired by a qualified contractor.
The natural gas service was not turned on during the inspection. The inspector operates only "normal" controls such as thermostats, stove burner knobs, and on/off switches, and does not operate gas shut-off valves or activate pilot lights. As a result, items such as but not limited to the gas supply system, gas-fired water heater(s), gas-fired forced air furnace(s), gas fireplace(s), stove(s), and range(s) weren't fully evaluated. The inspector was unable to test for gas leaks. Recommend that a qualified person make a full evaluation of the gas supply system and gas-fired appliances after the gas supply is turned back on. Any problems that are found after this evaluation should be repaired by a qualified contractor.
Interior, Doors and Windows
2) Putty or caulking was untrimmed or substandard at one or more windows. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.
(top two sashes in master bedroom)
Putty or caulking was untrimmed or substandard at one or more windows. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.(top two sashes in master bedroom)
3) One or more interior doors wouldn't latch or were difficult to latch. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by adjusting latch plates or locksets.
(front guest bedroom)
One or more interior doors wouldn't latch or were difficult to latch. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by adjusting latch plates or locksets.(front guest bedroom)
Fireplaces, Stoves, Chimneys and Flues
4) The gas fireplace or stove was not fully evaluated because the gas was off. Recommend that the gas be turned on and verify that the gas logs are working properly before closing. Client should review all documentation for such gas appliances and familiarize themselves with the lighting procedure. If necessary, a qualified specialist should assist in lighting such appliances, and make any needed repairs.
The gas fireplace or stove was not fully evaluated because the gas was off. Recommend that the gas be turned on and verify that the gas logs are working properly before closing. Client should review all documentation for such gas appliances and familiarize themselves with the lighting procedure. If necessary, a qualified specialist should assist in lighting such appliances, and make any needed repairs.
Electric
5) No carbon monoxide alarms were visible. This is a potential safety hazard. Some states and/or municipalities require CO alarms to be installed for new construction and/or for homes being sold. Recommend installing approved CO alarms outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms on each level and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?COALRM
No carbon monoxide alarms were visible. This is a potential safety hazard. Some states and/or municipalities require CO alarms to be installed for new construction and/or for homes being sold. Recommend installing approved CO alarms outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms on each level and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. For more information, visit:http://www.reporthost.com/?COALRM
6) Batteries in all the smoke alarms should be replaced after taking occupancy, and annually in the future. "Chirping" noises emitted from smoke alarms typically indicate that batteries need replacing. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?SMKALRM
Batteries in all the smoke alarms should be replaced after taking occupancy, and annually in the future. "Chirping" noises emitted from smoke alarms typically indicate that batteries need replacing. For more information, visit:http://www.reporthost.com/?SMKALRM
7) One or more light fixtures and/or ceiling fans were inoperable (didn't turn on when nearby switches were operated). Recommend further evaluation by replacing bulbs and/or consulting with the property owner. If replacing bulbs doesn't work and/or no other switch(es) or remotes can be found, then recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair or replace light fixtures as necessary.
(family room ceiling fan)
One or more light fixtures and/or ceiling fans were inoperable (didn't turn on when nearby switches were operated). Recommend further evaluation by replacing bulbs and/or consulting with the property owner. If replacing bulbs doesn't work and/or no other switch(es) or remotes can be found, then recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair or replace light fixtures as necessary.(family room ceiling fan)
Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition (HVAC)
8) Recommend replacing HVAC filters upon taking occupancy. Recommend checking filters monthly in the future and replacing them as necessary. How frequently they need replacing depends on the type and quality of the filter, how the system is configured (e.g. always on vs. "Auto"), and on environmental factors (e.g. pets, smoking, frequency of house cleaning, number of occupants, the season).
Recommend replacing HVAC filters upon taking occupancy. Recommend checking filters monthly in the future and replacing them as necessary. How frequently they need replacing depends on the type and quality of the filter, how the system is configured (e.g. always on vs. "Auto"), and on environmental factors (e.g. pets, smoking, frequency of house cleaning, number of occupants, the season).