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KS Home Inspection

ksinspectionservice@gmail.com
(323) 243-3366
2312 Manhattan Beach Blvd 
Gardena CA 90249-4631
Inspector: Ken Steverson

Summary

Client(s):  Buyers
Property address:  1607 W 59th St
Los Angeles CA 90047-1106
Inspection date:  Saturday, September 11, 2021

This report published on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 7:52:41 AM PDT

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Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
Concern typeSafetyPoses a safety hazard
Concern typeRepair/ReplaceRecommend repairing or replacing
Concern typeRepair/MaintainRecommend repair and/or maintenance
Concern typeEvaluateRecommend evaluation by a specialist
Concern typeServiceableItem or component is in serviceable condition
Concern typeCommentFor your information


General Information
1) Evidence of rodent infestation was found in the form of feces in the attic. Consult with the property owner about this. A qualified person should make repairs to seal openings in the structure, set traps, and clean rodent waste as necessary. Recommend following guidelines in these Center for Disease Control articles:
http://www.reporthost.com/?SEALUP
http://www.reporthost.com/?TRAPUP
http://www.reporthost.com/?CLEANUP

Grounds
5) Side gate is deteriorated. Recommend replacing.
6) Rear patio support is separating from the joist above. Recommend repair.

Exterior and Foundation
7) Exterior lighting wring in several areas was noted twisted and capped. All electrical connections must be done in a junction box. Recommend repair.
8) Exterior tile was cracked. Recommend replacing cracked tiles.

Crawl Space
11) A leak was noted under the front bathroom. Recommend evaluation and repair.
12) Recommend removing the pipe containing asbestos from the crawlspace. This pipe is not in use and should be handled by a hazardous materials company.

Roof
15) The roof was covered with fired clay tiles over the conventional composition roof tiles. The exposed parts of the composition roof show signs of deterioration. There is also a weight factor. This roof is designed for composition roof tiles. Clay roof tiles are significantly heavier than standard composition tiles. This roof may start to sag over time. Recommend evaluation by a qualified roofing professional. Removal of the clay tiles may be required.
16) Installation of the clay roof tiles was done in a non workman like manor. Ridge line tiles are not securely installed and uninstalled tiles were noted on the roofs surface. Recommend evaluation and repair by a qualified roofing professional.
17) Recommend installing rain covers on all roof vents over 3 inches in diameter.

Attic and Roof Structure
19) Twisted and taped wire connections were noted in the attic area. All wire connections should be done in a junction box. Recommend repair.
20) Insulation in the attic area was installed upside down. Batted paper should be facing the interior of the structure.

Electric
23) One or more electric receptacles at the kitchen and/or bathroom(s) had no visible ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection, or the inspector was unable to determine if GFCI protection was present. If not GFCI-protected, receptacles in wet areas pose a shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and install GFCI protection if necessary and per standard building practices. General guidelines for GFCI-protected receptacles include the following locations:
  • Outdoors (since 1973)
  • Bathrooms (since 1975)
  • Garages (since 1978)
  • Kitchens (since 1987)
  • Crawl spaces and unfinished basements (since 1990)
  • Wet bar sinks (since 1993)
  • Laundry and utility sinks (since 2005)
For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?GFCI
24) One or more electric receptacles were incorrectly wired with an open grounds. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.
25) One or more circuit breakers in panel(s) #B were "double tapped," where two or more wires were installed in the breaker's lug. Most breakers are designed for only one wire to be connected. This is a safety hazard since the lug bolt can tighten securely against one wire but leave other(s) loose. Arcing, sparks and fires can result. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?DBLTAP
26) 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.

Kitchen
27) The interior electrical panel was not labeled at the time of inspection.

The exterior cover plate was missing at the time of inspection.
28) Older wiring was found in the electrical panel and in the attic area. Recommend replacing all older electrical wiring found in the structure.

Water Heater
37) The temperature-pressure relief valve drain line was too short. This is a potential safety hazard due to the risk of scalding if someone is standing next to the water heater when the valve opens. Recommend that a qualified plumber repair per standard building practices. For example, by extending the drain line to within 6 inches of the floor, or routing it to drain outside. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?TPRVALVE
38) Corrosion or rust was found at the at the bottom of the tank. This can indicate past leaks, or that leaks are likely to occur in the future. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and replace components or make repairs as necessary.

Kitchen
43) The range could tip forward. An anti-tip bracket may 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. Recommend installing an anti-tip bracket to eliminate this safety hazard. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?ATB
44) The exhaust fan over the range recirculated the exhaust air back into the kitchen. This may be due to no duct being installed, baffles not being installed, or problems with duct work. This can be a nuisance for odor and grease accumulation. Where a gas-fired range or cook top is installed, carbon monoxide and excessive levels of moisture can accumulate in living spaces. Recommend that a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary so exhaust air is ducted outdoors.

Kitchen

ADU Kitchen
45) Cracked floor tiles were noted in the kitchen. Recommend repair.
46) The cooktop exhaust fan was noisy or vibrated excessively. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.

Main House

Bathrooms, Laundry and Sinks
50) The toilet at location(s) #B and C was loose where it attached to the floor. Leaks can occur. Flooring, the sub-floor or areas below may get damaged. Sewer gases can enter living spaces. Recommend that a qualified contractor remove the toilet(s) for further evaluation and repair if necessary. A new wax ring should be installed and toilet(s) should be securely anchored to the floor to prevent movement and leaking.

Rear Bathroom
ADU Bathroom
51) Bath tub knobs and shower head are not securely mounted and can be moved back and forth with minor effort. Recommend repair.
52) Recommend sealing the opening under the bathroom sink.

Front Bathroom

Interior, Doors and Windows
56) Floors in one or more areas were not level. This can be caused by foundation settlement. No evidence of a foundation problem was noted in the crawl space in this area.

Front bedroom

Living room
57) Recommend installing weather stripping at the front door. Light can be seen entering the structure at the bottom of the door.