4) The below items were found at the *EXTERIOR*. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and make necessary repairs

5) Some sections of siding and/or trim were deteriorated and/or damaged. Recommend that a qualified person repair, replace or install siding or trim as necessary.

7) The below items were found at the *ROOF AREA*. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and make necessary repairs

10) The below items were found in the *GARAGE AREA*. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and make necessary repairs

13) The below items were found in the *KITCHEN AREA*. Recommend a qualified contractor/plumber evaluate and make necessary repairs

1. The range could tip forward. An anti-tip bracket is not be installed. This is a potential safety hazard since the range can tip forward when weight is applied to the open door, such as when a small child climbs on it or if heavy objects are dropped on it. Anti-tip brackets have been sold with all free-standing ranges since 1985. (NOTE: The anti-tip bracket is on the countertop)

19) The below items were found in the *ELECTRIC PANELS*. Recommend a qualified electrician evaluate and make necessary repairs

1. Circuit breakers made by a manufacturer other than those specified by the panel label were installed in the panel. Most panel manufacturers do not recognize alternate brand equipment as valid replacement equipment and declare it to void any warranties. Recommend having a qualified electrical contractor evaluate and make any necessary repairs.

21) No thermal expansion tank was installed at the water heater, and the plumbing system may be "closed" based on the inspector's observation of a pressure-reducing valve installed in this system. Some pressure-reducing valves have an integrated bypass check valve that allows water under high pressure from thermal expansion to flow back to the supply main. However, the inspector was unable to determine if the pressure-reducing valve in this system was equipped with such a bypass check valve. If none is present then the system is "closed," and an expansion tank should be installed to allow room for water in the system to expand. Without one, the water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve can leak or become damaged, or toilets can "run" due to excess pressure overcoming the fill valve. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate further and install an expansion tank per standard building practices if necessary.

24) The below items were found in the *HVAC SYSTEM*. Recommend a qualified contractor evaluate and make necessary repairs

1. No drip leg or sediment trap is installed on the furnace gas supply line. Drip legs are intended to trap oil, scale, water condensation and/or debris from the gas supply lines before they reach and damage the furnace components. A qualified contractor should install a drip leg as per standard building practices.

2. Some heating & cooling ducts in the crawlspace were not insulated, or the insulation was damaged or deteriorated. This can result in reduced energy efficiency, moisture inside heating ducts, and/or "sweating" on cooling ducts. Recommend that a qualified person repair per standard building practices. For example, by wrapping ducts in insulation with an R-value of R-8.

3. Tape was installed over the blower cut-off switch at the furnace. This switch is meant to stop the blower from operating when the blower compartment cover is removed. Service technicians sometimes install tape over the switch when performing maintenance or making repairs as a convenience. However if the cover is removed and the blower operates, air from the vicinity of the furnace will be drawn into the heating system. Recommend removing the tape and verifying that the cut-off switch works as intended.

*NOTES*
a)The outdoor air temperature was below 65 degrees Fahrenheit during the inspection. Air conditioning systems can be damaged if operated during such low temperatures. Because of this, the inspector was unable to operate and fully evaluate the cooling system.

b) Recommend having all HVAC system evaluated and serviced annually. The inspector was unable to determine the last service date. Ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than 1 year ago, recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor service this system and make repairs if necessary. Because this system has a compressor and refrigerant system, this servicing should be performed annually in the future. Any needed repairs noted in this report should be brought to the attention of the contractor when it's serviced. If this property comes with a home warranty then the client should be aware that some warranty companies will not cover HVAC units if they have not been serviced before the purchase of the home or if the units are over 10 years of age.

28) The below items were found in the *BATHROOMS & LAUNDRY*. Recommend a qualified contractor/plumber evaluate and make necessary repairs

31) Stains and elevated levels of moisture were found in one or more ceiling areas. The stains appear to be due to an active roof leak. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.

32) Weatherstripping around one or more exterior doors was missing or deteriorated. Water may enter the building, or energy efficiency may be reduced. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace weatherstripping as necessary.

33) The sash-side spring mechanisms in one or more windows were broken, loose or disconnected. The window(s) were difficult to operate as a result, and would not stay open by their own. Recommend that a qualified contractor or service technician repair as necessary so windows open and close easily, and stay open without support.

38) Wire splices are exposed due to not being contained in a covered junction box. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. A qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. For example, install securely mounted junction boxes with cover plates where needed to contain wiring splices.

39) The roof structure in the attic was wet, and/or dripping water was found at one or more locations. There appeared to be one or more active leaks in the roof. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.

40) The ceiling insulation in one or more areas of the attic was compacted or uneven and/or missing. Heating and cooling costs may be higher due to reduced energy efficiency. Recommend that a qualified person repair, replace or install insulation as necessary and per standard building practices (typically R-38).

44) Significant amounts of standing water were found at some areas in the crawl space. Water from crawl spaces can evaporate and enter the structure above causing high levels of moisture in the structure. This is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms. While a minor amount of seasonal water is commonly found in crawl spaces, significant amounts should not be present. Rain runoff is the most common cause of wet crawl spaces, but water can come from other sources such as groundwater or underground springs. Recommend that a qualified person correct any issues related to outside perimeter grading and/or roof drainage (see any other comments about this in this report). Also, review any disclosure statements available and ask the property owner about past accumulation of water in the crawl space. If standing water persists, then recommend that a qualified contractor who specializes in drainage issues evaluate and repair as necessary. Typically such repairs include:

• Repairing, installing or improving underground footing and/or curtain drains
• Applying waterproof coatings to foundation walls
• Digging trenches in the crawl space to collect or divert water
• Installing sump pumps

45) Fungal rot was found at one or more sill plates and beams. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary. All rotten wood should be replaced.

46) Under-floor insulation was falling down, missing, damaged and/or deteriorated in many areas. This may result in reduced energy efficiency. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair or replace insulation as necessary. Consider having all insulation replaced.

47) No vapor barrier was installed in the crawl space. This is a conducive condition for wood-destroying organisms due to the likelihood of water evaporating from the soil below up into the structure. A 6 mil black plastic sheet should be placed over all exposed soil with seams overlapped to 24 inches, and not in contact with any wood structural components. The sheeting should be held in place with bricks or stones, not wood. Recommend that a qualified contractor install a vapor barrier per standard building practices.

51) Some drain/waste plumbing lines in the crawlspace area disconnected. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary.

52) Water supply pipes in the crawl space were not insulated. Recommend insulating pipes per standard building practices to prevent them from freezing during cold weather, and for better energy efficiency with hot water supply pipes.

There appears to be a leak at the main water supply line, recommend a qualified plumber evaluate and make necessary repairs

55) Evidence of infestation of subterranean termites was found in the crawlspace in the form of mud tubes with visible wood damage. Recommend the following:

• Correct any conducive conditions for wood-destroying organisms mentioned in this report.
• Consult with the property owner about any history of infestation.
• Have a state-licensed pest control operator evaluate further and treat as necessary.