
Authorization and Use of This Report: Acceptance and Use of this report belongs to the Client and represents authorization for the Inspector to perform a "Home Inspection" at the stated address. Present or absent, the client understands that the written report is only a summation of observations and is aware that the inspection is limited to accessible areas and is primarily visual. Its purpose is to provide the Client(s) with a more complete evaluation of the physical aspects of the property at the time of the inspection. The Inspector agrees to use his best efforts and abilities, consistent with 'Home Inspection Standards of Practice', and to provide me with his good-faith opinions of the condition of the premises. The Inspection Report does not represent a GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY and should not be relied on as such. There are some aspects that make up a home that are NOT covered, such as lead paint, asbestos, toxic or harmful materials. See also Standard Exclusions and Limitations which are enclosed as part of this report. This is a General & Limited inspection. CSI stands behind the accuracy of all the statements and observations made in this report, however, NO GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY is expressed or represented. CSI Inspection Services is not responsible or liable for problems which cannot reasonably be discovered in a General & Limited inspection.
Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:Safety | Poses a risk of Fire, Injury, or Loss of Life |
Needs Attention | A Concern was identified that requires: Evaluation, Repair, Replacement, Maintenance, is Missing, is a Safety Concern etc. |
Repair | Minor, Moderate or Major level Repair Needed. |
Replace | Replacement Needed |
Install/Missing | Device or item missing, such as Smoke Detectors, Appliances, Screens etc. |
Maintain | Maintenance may be required now, or as needed in the future. |
Serviceable | Item or component is in operable and or good condition with minimal defects or wear and tear |
Comment | General Comment-FYI |
Evaluate | Further Evaluation needed. Assessment by a related Professional may be Required |
Plumbing
1) Needs Attention, Replace - The back-flow devices on both outdoor faucets are defective and need to be replaced.
4) Evaluate - A residential Fire Sprinkler System was installed. These systems are acknowledged but not formally inspected. Only licensed Fire Sprinkler companies should test and repair.
HVAC-Heating and Cooling
6) Needs Attention, Replace, Maintain - Air handler filter is dirty and should be replaced now. They should be checked monthly, in the future, and replaced as necessary.
HVAC-Heating and Cooling 2
8) Needs Attention, Replace, Maintain - Air handler filter is dirty and should be replaced now. They should be checked monthly, in the future, and replaced as necessary.
Water Heater
10) Safety, Needs Attention, Repair - Water Heater. Unit was operable at the time of the inspection with the following concern.
A. The foam insulation on the supply lines is in contact with and or is too close to the vent pipe and needs to have a minimum of 1 to 2 in clearance. The foam is considered a combustible material.
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***Inspectors do not predict life expectancy of Water Heaters. Operable condition is based on function on the day of the Inspection. Upgrading of older functional Equipment is at the discretion of the Buyer.
Exterior/Foundation
11) Needs Attention, Repair - The Wood Shutter was in somewhat weathered/deteriorated condition
Exterior/General
13) Needs Attention, Repair - The window grids in one or more windows are loose in between the glass. Remedy requires glass replacement.
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14) Needs Attention, Replace - The Handle and Lock mechanism on the Exterior Door at the Family Room was worn/inoperable and needs to be Replaced.
15) Needs Attention, Evaluate - The light fixture was inoperable. Replace bulb and evaluate further as required.
16) Install/Missing - The Screen was missing from the Kitchen window.
Roof
17) Needs Attention, Repair - Roof repairs are needed because one or more concrete tiles were cracked/broken. Leaks may occur as a result.
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Grounds/Yard Areas
23) Needs Attention, Repair - Patio Cover & Area. The Entry Railings were loose and need to be secured.
Interior/General
25) Safety, Needs Attention, Install/Missing - Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
A. Providing a Carbon Monoxide Detector in the Bedroom Hallway is needed.
***This property had one or more fuel burning appliances and/or an attached garage. No carbon monoxide detectors were visible. This is a safety hazard. CO alarms must be installed outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity and on every level.
Kitchen
28) Needs Attention, Repair - Sink Area & Plumbing. Evidence of past leakage at the drain line connection was noted. No active leaking was observed,
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Primary Bath 1
32) Needs Attention, Evaluate - The Fan light fixture was inoperable. Replace bulb and evaluate further as required.
Bath 2
37) Needs Attention, Repair - Tub/Shower. Tub control valve was worn, difficult to operate and leaks from the valve handle when operated.
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38) Needs Attention, Repair - The rubber window glazing seal was swollen/deteriorated. Remedy esquires Glass replacement.
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Bath 3
42) Needs Attention, Repair - Tub/Shower. Tub/Shower. Tub control valve was worn, difficult to operate with some leakage from the valve handle when operated.
***Related Professional-Plumber
Bedroom 2
47) Safety, Needs Attention, Repair, Evaluate - The electric receptacles on the east south and west walls were ungrounded.
***Related Professional-Electrician
Bedroom 3
49) Needs Attention, Repair - The window grids on the South facing sliding window are loose between the glass.
***Related Professional-Window & Glass
Bedroom 5
52) Needs Attention, Repair - The window grids on the South facing sliding window are loose between the glass.
***Related Professional-Window & Glass