1) The residential dwelling unit appeared to be part of a complex that is managed and maintained by a "Home Owners" or "Condo" association. This inspection is limited to a visual evaluation of the systems and components that are located within the dwelling unit inspected. The current condition of "Common Elements" are excluded from this inspection. Such elements include, but are not limited to:

• The building site condition, structural stability, drainage systems and insulation
• All exterior surfaces, materials and structure
• All roof surfaces, materials and structure
• All attic spaces
• The building foundation, floor substructure and all spaces below, such as basements and/or crawl spaces
• All stairs, landings, porches, hallways, walks and balconies, elevators, utility metering, parking stalls/ports
• All decks, patios, pools, spas, recreational areas/equipment
• All common areas on the property

Any comments regarding these items in this report have been made as a courtesy only. Consult with the Home Owner's or Condo Association regarding these items.

2) One or more cover plates installed outside were loose. This is a potential shock and/or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.

3) One or more smoke alarms were missing, damaged, or missing components. Smoke alarms should be replaced as necessary. For more information, visit:
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4) One or more cover plates for switches, receptacles or junction boxes were missing or broken. These plates are intended to contain fire and prevent electric shock from occurring due to exposed wires. Recommend that a qualified person install cover plates where necessary.

5) Based on the age of this structure and the appearance of existing smoke alarms, the alarms may have been installed more than 10 years ago. According to National Fire Protection Association, aging smoke alarms don't operate as efficiently and often are the source for nuisance alarms. Older smoke alarms are estimated to have a 30% probability of failure within the first 10 years. Newer smoke alarms do better, but should be replaced after 10 years. Unless you know that the smoke alarms are new, replacing them when moving into a new residence is also recommended by NFPA. For more information, visit:
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6) The inspector did not determine the location of the main water shut-off valve, or verify that a readily accessible shut-off valve in the building exists. Recommend consulting with the property owner to determine if a main shut-off valve exists, locating it yourself, or that a qualified plumber find it if necessary. If no readily accessible main shut-off valve is found in the building, then recommend that a qualified plumber install one so the water supply can be quickly turned off in the event of an emergency, such as when a supply pipe bursts.

7) Water stains were found below or near the water heater. This may be a sign that the water heater is failing, or be a sign of a past leak. Consult with the property owner about this and review any disclosure statements. Depending on what information is available about the stains, a qualified plumber should evaluate and make repairs or replace the water heater as necessary.

8) No water shut-off valve was visible for the water heater. A shut-off valve allows the water supply to be turned off when the water heater needs repair or replacement, while allowing the remainder of the plumbing system to be operable (e.g. toilets, sinks). Recommend that a qualified plumber install a local shut-off valve per standard building practices.

10) Because of the age and/or condition of the forced air furnace, recommend that a qualified HVAC contractor inspect the heat exchanger and perform a carbon monoxide test when it's serviced. Note that these tests are beyond the scope of a standard home inspection.

11) The estimated useful life for most forced air furnaces is 15-20 years. This furnace appeared to be at this age and/or its useful lifespan and may need replacing or significant repairs at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.

12) The estimated useful life for most heat pumps and air conditioning condensing units is 10-15 years. This unit appeared to be this age and/or its useful lifespan and may need replacing or significant repairs at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.

Although Mfg 2014 Cooling System appeared to be producing excessive condensation

13) The last service date of the forced air electric furnace appeared to be more than 2 years ago, or 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 2 years ago, a qualified HVAC contractor should inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. This servicing should be performed every few years in the future. Any needed repairs noted in this report should be brought to the attention of the contractor when it's serviced.

14) Insulation on the heat pump or air conditioning condensing unit's refrigerant lines was deteriorated or missing in some areas. This may result in reduced efficiency and increased energy costs. Recommend that a qualified person replace or install insulation as necessary.

15) Air filters for the heating and/or cooling system were missing at one or more locations where they should have been installed. Indoor air quality will be reduced as a result. Recommend installing good quality filters at intended locations (e.g. in or at the air handler, behind return air grills). Filters should be sized correctly to minimize air gaps. Many types of filters are available. Recommend installing pleated filters or better rather than the cheapest disposable kind. For more information, visit:
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16) One or more cabinets, drawers and/or cabinet doors were damaged. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.
Under kitchen sink beneath shelving was water damaged, rust,holes, and decay

17) Water damage was found in shelving or cabinets below the sink. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair as necessary after any plumbing leaks have been repaired. If moisture is present then concealed areas should be dried thoroughly.

18) Stains were found in the shelving or cabinets below the sink. Plumbing leaks may have occurred in the past. Consult with the property owner about this, and if necessary a qualified person evaluate and repair.

19) The water supply flow for the sink at location(s) #A was low or inoperable. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and repair as necessary.

20) Gaps, no caulk, or substandard caulking were found at location(s) #A and B. Water can penetrate these areas and cause damage. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by installing or replacing caulk.

21) Caulk around the base of the toilet at location(s) # was missing, substandard and/or deteriorated. Modern standards require caulk to be installed around the entire toilet base where it meets the floor for sanitary reasons. Without it, soiled water can soak into flooring and sub-floor materials if the toilet overflows. Condensation from the toilet can also soak into the flooring. Recommend that a qualified person caulk around toilet bases per standard building practices.

22) Gaps, no caulk, or substandard caulking were found between the bathtub and the at location(s) #A. Water may penetrate these areas and cause damage. Recommend that a qualified person re-caulk or install caulking as necessary.

Garden tub w/jets (Jacuzzi Tub)

23) Gaps, no caulk, or substandard caulking were found between the shower enclosure and the at location(s) #B. Water can penetrate these areas and cause damage. Recommend that a qualified person re-caulk or install caulking as necessary.

24) The shower head at location(s) #A was dripping when the shower was turned off. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.

Shower head missing

25) Recommend cleaning and sealing the grout at countertops at location(s) #A and B now and in the future as necessary to prevent staining and to improve waterproofing.

26) Recommend cleaning and sealing the grout in flooring at location(s) #A and B now and in the future as necessary to prevent staining and to improve waterproofing.

27) Stains were found in the shelving or cabinets below the sink at location(s) #A and B. Plumbing leaks may have occurred in the past. Consult with the property owner about this, and if necessary that a qualified person evaluate and repair.

28) Condensation or staining was visible between multi-pane glass in windows. This usually indicates that the seal between the panes of glass has failed or that the desiccant material that absorbs moisture is saturated. As a result, the view through the window may be obscured, the window's U-value will be reduced, and accumulated condensation may leak into the wall structure below. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair windows as necessary. Usually, this means replacing the glass in window frames.

Be aware that evidence of failed seals or desiccant may be more or less visible depending on the temperature, humidity, sunlight, etc. Windows or glass-paneled doors other than those that the inspector identified may also have failed seals and need glass replaced. It is beyond the scope of this inspection to identify every window with failed seals or desiccant.

29) One or more interior doors were damaged. Recommend that a qualified person replace or repair doors as necessary.

Front Door appeared to have been forced open at some point several indentation near exterior locking mechanism

30) Minor cracks, nail pops and/or blemishes were found in walls and/or ceilings in one or more areas. Cracks and nail pops are common, are often caused by lumber shrinkage or minor settlement, and can be more or less noticeable depending on changes in humidity. They did not appear to be a structural concern, but the client may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons. For recurring cracks, consider using an elastic crack covering product:
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