Cedar Valley Inspections, LLC
819 Haines St
Sedro Woolley WA 98284-1113
Sedro Woolley WA 98284-1113
Inspector: Jason Matheny
Summary
| Client(s): | Christopher and Christina Cochran |
| Property address: | 2126 Hearthstone St Ferndale WA 98248-8023 |
| Inspection date: | Sunday, March 22, 2020 |
This report published on Monday, March 23, 2020 1:29:35 AM PDT
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 | Safety | Poses a safety hazard |
 | Repair/Replace | Recommend repairing or replacing |
 | Repair/Maintain | Recommend repair and/or maintenance |
 | Minor Defect | Correction likely involves only a minor expense |
 | Maintain | Recommend ongoing maintenance |
 | Evaluate | Recommend evaluation by a specialist |
 | Monitor | Recommend monitoring in the future |
 | Comment | For your information |
Exterior
2) Clearances between the cement fiber siding and surfaces below were insufficient. Conditions conducive to moisture entry can penetrate and damage the siding, and the manufacturer's warranty might be voided. Normally, minimum clearances below the bottom of cement fiber siding and trim include:
Clearances between the cement fiber siding and surfaces below were insufficient. Conditions conducive to moisture entry can penetrate and damage the siding, and the manufacturer's warranty might be voided. Normally, minimum clearances below the bottom of cement fiber siding and trim include:- 6 inches to the finished grade below
- 2 inches to paths, steps, driveways or deck surfaces below
- 2 inches to roof surfaces below
- 1/4 inch to horizontal flashing below, with no caulk applied
Garage and/or Carport
5) The door between the garage and the house did not appear to be fire-resistant, or the inspector was unable to verify that it was via a label. This is a potential safety hazard. House to garage doors, to prevent fire and fumes from spreading from the garage into interior living space, should be constructed of fire-resistant materials. Doors, generally considered to be suitable for the purpose, are solid core wood, steel, honeycomb steel or a door that has been factory labeled as acceptable. I recommend that a qualified general contractor replace or repair the door and, at that time, make any other corrections that might be required to provide suitable fire-resistance between the garage and the dwelling per standard guidelines.
The door between the garage and the house did not appear to be fire-resistant, or the inspector was unable to verify that it was via a label. This is a potential safety hazard. House to garage doors, to prevent fire and fumes from spreading from the garage into interior living space, should be constructed of fire-resistant materials. Doors, generally considered to be suitable for the purpose, are solid core wood, steel, honeycomb steel or a door that has been factory labeled as acceptable. I recommend that a qualified general contractor replace or repair the door and, at that time, make any other corrections that might be required to provide suitable fire-resistance between the garage and the dwelling per standard guidelines.
Fireplaces, Inserts, Stoves, Chimneys and Flues
6) I recommend that the client review all available documentation for gas-fired fireplaces and stoves. Depending on how they are operated (for routine heating versus ambiance), such appliances may require annual service or service every few years. Consult with the property owner and/or a qualified heating contractor to determine if service is needed at this time. Product data plate could not be located.
I recommend that the client review all available documentation for gas-fired fireplaces and stoves. Depending on how they are operated (for routine heating versus ambiance), such appliances may require annual service or service every few years. Consult with the property owner and/or a qualified heating contractor to determine if service is needed at this time. Product data plate could not be located.
Water Heater(s)
7) The drain line assembly for the water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve appeared to be made from PVC plastic. This material is not rated for high temperature and pressure and poses a safety hazard. Also, these lines are not to be trapped. However, this line was run to a "receiver" (along with the condensate drain line) which was installed with a drain trap, effectively trapping the TPRV drain line. A qualified plumber should repair per standard guidelines. For example, by replacing the PVC components with copper or CPVC plastic components.
The drain line assembly for the water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve appeared to be made from PVC plastic. This material is not rated for high temperature and pressure and poses a safety hazard. Also, these lines are not to be trapped. However, this line was run to a "receiver" (along with the condensate drain line) which was installed with a drain trap, effectively trapping the TPRV drain line. A qualified plumber should repair per standard guidelines. For example, by replacing the PVC components with copper or CPVC plastic components.
Plumbing System
8) Some drain line traps were substandard (e.g. "S", "U" or drum traps). Traps can siphon or run dry and cause sewer gases to enter living spaces. I recommend that a qualified plumbing contractor repair per standard guidelines. For example, by replacing with modern "P" traps.
Some drain line traps were substandard (e.g. "S", "U" or drum traps). Traps can siphon or run dry and cause sewer gases to enter living spaces. I recommend that a qualified plumbing contractor repair per standard guidelines. For example, by replacing with modern "P" traps.
Kitchen
10) The garbage disposal installed on the kitchen sink did not appear to be electrically connected. This was, therefore, not inspected/tested. The oven and the dishwasher were also not tested, as each was newly installed and had not yet been started/initially setup. Client should confer with seller as to operational status of newly installed appliances.
The garbage disposal installed on the kitchen sink did not appear to be electrically connected. This was, therefore, not inspected/tested. The oven and the dishwasher were also not tested, as each was newly installed and had not yet been started/initially setup. Client should confer with seller as to operational status of newly installed appliances.
Interior Areas
15) The cable lines run horizontally below guardrail/handrail on the stairs and upstairs hallway are not aligned with current building safety standards. While the spacing between is within current standards, the horizontal installation allows for these to be climbable and dangerous to toddlers and adventurous children. I recommend, at the very least, extra care taken whenever young children are present. If concerned, I recommend further evaluation and repairs to be completed by qualified licensed general contractor.
The cable lines run horizontally below guardrail/handrail on the stairs and upstairs hallway are not aligned with current building safety standards. While the spacing between is within current standards, the horizontal installation allows for these to be climbable and dangerous to toddlers and adventurous children. I recommend, at the very least, extra care taken whenever young children are present. If concerned, I recommend further evaluation and repairs to be completed by qualified licensed general contractor.
16) Some exterior door hardware, including deadbolts and/or latches were difficult to operate. This is a matter of security and an issue of convenience. I recommend that a qualified person or contractor evaluate and repair/ replace as necessary.
This was most notable on the front (main entrance) door.
Some exterior door hardware, including deadbolts and/or latches were difficult to operate. This is a matter of security and an issue of convenience. I recommend that a qualified person or contractor evaluate and repair/ replace as necessary.This was most notable on the front (main entrance) door.