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Green Apple Home Inspections

gahikw@gmail.com
(208) 703-2947

Summary

Client(s):  Eric Grunder
Property address:  16698 N Investor Loop #101, #102,#103,#104
Nampa ID 83687-5226
Inspection date:  Friday, December 28, 2018

This report published on Saturday, December 29, 2018 4:01:33 AM MST

This report is the exclusive property of this inspection company and the client(s) listed in the report title. Use of this report by any unauthorized persons is prohibited. This report is for only at the time of the inspection. Any defects found after this inspection cannot be accounted for.

Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
Concern typeSafetyPoses a risk of injury or death
Concern typeMajor DefectCorrection likely involves a significant expense
Concern typeRepair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing
Concern typeRepair/MaintainRecommend repair and/or maintenance
Concern typeMaintainRecommend ongoing maintenance
Concern typeEvaluateRecommend evaluation by a specialist
Concern typeCommentFor your information
Concern typeDamageDamage caused by wood destroying insects or organisms (Rot, carpenter ant galleries, etc.)
Concern typeConducive conditionsConditions conducive for wood destroying insects or organisms (Wood-soil contact, shrubs in contact with siding, roof or plumbing leaks, etc.)


General information
1) This property has one or more fuel burning appliances, and the carbon monoxide alarms are visibly too high to be effective. This is a safety hazard. Recommend installing one or more carbon monoxide alarms as necessary and as per the manufacturer's instructions. For more information, visit http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml05/05017.html
All units carried a CO2 detector. However they are not positioned in an effective area. Recommend having a qualified contractor evaluate and relocate as per manufactures and CSPC.GOV instructions.
2) Some wall, floor and/or ceiling surfaces were obscured by furniture and/or stored items. Some areas couldn't be evaluated.

Exterior
3) One or more trip hazards were found in sidewalk and/or patio sections due to cracks, settlement and/or heaving. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace sidewalk and/or patio sections as necessary to eliminate trip hazards.
4) One or more hornet, bee and/or wasp nests were found. These can pose a safety hazard. Nest(s) should be removed as necessary.
5) Fascia boards are damaged or deteriorated in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. This was seen throughout the property both upper and lower fascias.
6) Conducive conditionsSiding is incomplete or missing in one or more areas. A qualified contractor should install siding where missing to prevent water and vermin intrusion. Specific to unit 103.
7) Gaps exist at one or more openings around the exterior, such as those where outside faucets, refrigerant lines, and/or gas supply pipes penetrate the exterior. Gaps should be sealed as necessary to prevent moisture intrusion and entry by vermin.
8) One or more exhaust duct end caps are missing. Their purpose is to prevent unconditioned air from entering the house, and keep out birds, rodents and insects. Blocked ducts can cause fan motors and/or clothes dryers to overheat and may pose a fire hazard. Vent cap(s) should be installed where necessary. This was seen above unit 103
9) Conducive conditionsCaulk is missing or deteriorated in some areas and should be replaced and/or applied where necessary. For more information on caulking, visit The Ins and Outs of Caulking.
10) Conducive conditionsThe exterior finish in some areas is failing. A qualified contractor should prep (pressure wash, scrape, sand, prime caulk, etc.) and repaint or restain areas as needed and as per standard building practices.

Roof
11) Conducive conditionsOne or more "laundry vents" damaged or deteriorated and may result in leaks A qualified contractor should replace flashings where necessary.
12) Because of the inclement weather from previous days in relation with the roof covering type and/or the configuration of the roof, the inspector was unable to traverse the roof and wasn't able to fully evaluate the entire roof.
13) The roof was partially obscured by snow and couldn't be fully evaluated.
14) The roof and its coverings were in moderate condition at the time of the inspection.

Attic
15) Ceiling insulation is uneven in some areas. This is likely due to someone having walked on or through the insulation. Recommend installing additional insulation where necessary to restore the original R rating. This was specific to unit 103
16) Some attic areas were inaccessible due to lack of permanently installed walkways, the possibility of damage to insulation, low height and/or stored items. These areas are excluded from this inspection.
17) The attic was in good dry condition at the time of the inspection. Units 101, 102, 103.

Electric service
19) One or more arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) breakers in the main service panel would not trip when tested as it appears the "AFCI breaker no longer exists where the panel says it does. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. A qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs and/or replace circuit breakers as necessary. This was specific to unit 103.
20) The inspector didn't remove the main service panel cover due to water leaking into the panel. This is a shock hazard. This panel wasn't fully evaluated. Repairs should be made as necessary to prevent water from leaking into the panel. This was specific to unit 103.
21) The electrical panel was in good condition at the time of the inspection. Specific to Unit #101, #102, #104

Water heater
22) The estimated useful life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be at this age or older and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
23) Conducive conditionsWater stains were found below the water heater. This may be a sign that the water heater and or HVAC is failing and or needs service . A qualified plumbing and or HVAC contractor should evaluate and replace or repair the water heater and any corresponding parts with the heat pumps installed currently if necessary.
24) Conducive conditionsCorrosion was found on fittings and/or water supply lines for the water heater. Leaks may exist. A qualified plumbing contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary. This was seen at all units in various degrees of repair.
25) The water heaters were in working condition at the time of the inspection.

Heating and cooling
26) Debris, dirt and/or dust are visible in one or more sections of supply and/or return air ducts. This can be a health hazard, especially for those with allergies or respiratory problems. The Environmental Protection Association (EPA) recommends considering having ducts professionally cleaned when "ducts are clogged with excessive amounts of dust and debris and/or particles are actually released into the home from your supply registers". At a minimum, the visible debris should be thoroughly cleaned. Recommend having a qualified contractor clean the ducts. For more information on duct cleaning in relation to indoor air quality, visit: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/airduct.html
This was seen at all the units.
27) The estimated useful life for air conditioning compressors is 8 to 15 years. This unit appears to be at this age or has exceeded this age and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future. Specific to units 101,102,103.
28) The last service date of this system appears to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified heating and cooling contractor should inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. This servicing should be performed annually in the future.
29) The air handler's filter(s) are the wrong size or is missing its cover. As a result, unfiltered air will flow through the system, and the heating/cooling equipment life and the indoor air quality may be reduced. Correctly sized filter(s) should be installed. This was specific to unit 101.
30) Air handler filter(s) should be checked monthly in the future and replaced or washed as necessary.
31) The outdoor air temperature was below 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the inspection. Because of this, the inspector was unable to operate and fully evaluate the cooling system.
32) The HVAC systems were in good working condition at the time of the inspection.

Plumbing and laundry
33) DamageConducive conditionsOne or more active leaks were found in possibly the drain and/or waste pipes or fittings. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary. This was specific to unit 103.
The leak may have been coming from outside as well. However no direct or immediate location could be seen. Also recommend having a qualified contractor evaluate and make any repairs as necessary.
Possible mold is seen here. Recommend having a qualified contractor evaluate and remediate, repair any and all damaged wood, drywall and any other affected areas.
34) The plumbing was in good working condition at the time of the inspection, in units 101,102,104

Fireplaces, woodstoves and chimneys
36) One or more gas fireplaces and/or stoves did not respond when the controls were operated. This may be due to the pilot light being turned off, the gas supply being turned off, or any number of other reasons. As a result, these appliances were not fully evaluated. As per the Standards of Practice for both the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) the inspector does not operate gas shut off valves or light pilot lights during inspections. Recommend consulting with the property owner(s) as to how the fireplace(s) and/or stove(s) operate, and/or having a gas appliance contractor evaluate and repair if necessary. This was specific to unit 101.
37) The fireplace was in good working condition at the time of the inspection. This was specific to unit 103.

Kitchen
38) The range can tip forward, and no anti-tip bracket appears to be installed. This is a safety hazard since the range may 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. An anti-tip bracket should be installed to eliminate this safety hazard. For more information, visit http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/remodeling/article/0,1797,HGTV_3659_2017492,00.html
39) One or more stove top burners are inoperable. A qualified appliance technician should evaluate and repair as necessary. This was specific to unit 101 and 102

Bathrooms
40) One or more sink stopper mechanisms are missing, or need adjustment or repair. Stopper mechanisms should be installed where missing and/or repairs should be made so sink stoppers open and close easily. This was specific to all units and all bathrooms.
41) Conducive conditionsCaulk is missing or deteriorated along the base of one or more showers, where flooring meets the shower. It should be replaced where deteriorated and/or applied where missing to prevent water intrusion and damage to the floor structure.
42) Water stains and/or minor water damage was found in the shelving or cabinet components below the sink. The client(s) should evaluate and consider having repairs made.

Interior rooms
43) One or more open ground, three-pronged grounding type receptacles were found. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary.

Grounding type receptacles were first required in residential structures during the 1960s. Based on the age of this structure and/or the absence of 2-pronged receptacles, repairs should be made by correcting wiring circuits as necessary so all receptacles are grounded as per standard building practices. Replacement of three-pronged receptacles with 2-pronged receptacles is not an acceptable solution. This was specific to unit 103.

My testing device had a difficult time penetrating the outlet. There may have been a previous item or residue causing this issue with both the tester and the subsequent readout and finding.
44) The sash spring mechanism(s) in one or more windows are broken or loose. A qualified contractor or service technician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary so the window(s) operate as intended (open easily, stay open without support, close easily, etc.). This was seen in various degrees throughout all units.
45) Floors in one or more areas are not level. Significant repairs may be needed to make floors level, such as repairs to the foundation. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. This appeared to be more specific with unit 103.
46) Screen(s) in one or more windows are missing. The client(s) should ask the property owner(s) about this. Screens are often removed for window cleaning and they may be stored somewhere. If not, then recommend installing screens where missing. The was specific to unit 101 and 102.
47) One or more doors will not latch when closed. Repairs should be made as necessary, and by a qualified contractor if necessary. For example, aligning strike plates with latch bolts and/or replacing lockset. This is specific to unit 101 upstairs closet doors and
48) Carpeting in one or more rooms is loose. Recommend having a qualified carpeting installation contractor restretch carpet as necessary.
49) Carpeting in one or more rooms is damaged and/or significantly deteriorated. Recommend replacing carpeting where necessary. This is specific to unit 101.
50) Fixtures such as door stops, towel bars and/or toilet paper holders are missing in one or more areas. Recommend having a qualified contractor install fixtures where missing.
51) Screen(s) and or its frame in one or more windows are torn, bent or have holes in them. Screens and its frame should be replaced where necessary.
52) One or more doors will not latch when closed. Repairs should be made as necessary, and by a qualified contractor if necessary. For example, aligning strike plates with latch bolts and/or replacing lockset. This was seen in all the units.
53) The weatherstrip around one or more exterior entry doors is missing and/or deteriorated. Weatherstrip should be installed where missing and/or replaced where deteriorated, and by a qualified contractor if necessary. This was specific to unit 102, front door sweep.
54) One or more interior doors are damaged, deteriorated, and or missing and should be repaired or replaced by a qualified contractor. This was seen in unit 104 upstairs sliding closet door in the bathroom
55) Carpeting in one or more rooms is soiled and/or stained. Recommend having carpeting professionally cleaned as necessary.
56) Minor cracks, dents and or dings were found in ceilings in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client(s) may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons. This was seen in the closet next to the utility room in units 104 and the downstairs shower ceiling as well same unit.
57) Minor cracks, dents and or dings were found in walls in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client(s) may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons. This was specific to all units.

Utility closet
58) One or more wall and/or ceiling surfaces between the attached garage and interior living spaces have gaps, holes, or missing or inadequate surface materials. These surfaces are intended to prevent vehicle fumes from entering living spaces, and to slow the spread of fire from the garage to living spaces. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary so the attached garage wall and ceiling surfaces that adjoin living spaces are tightly sealed and fire rated as per standard building practices. Typically these surfaces require a one-hour fire rating. This was seen in all the utility closets in every unit.