This report published on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 8:24:11 PM PDT
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How to Read this Report
This report is organized by the property's functional areas. Within each functional area, descriptive information is listed first and is shown in bold type. Items of concern follow descriptive information.
Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:
Safety
Poses a safety hazard
Repair/Replace
Recommend repairing or replacing
Repair/Maintain
Recommend repair and/or maintenance
Monitor
Recommend monitoring in the future
Comment
For your information
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Present during inspection: Client, Tenant, Realtor
Client present for discussion at end of inspection: Yes
Weather conditions during inspection: Dry (no rain)
Temperature during inspection: Warm
Inspection fee: 250.00
Payment method: Cash
Type of building: Single family
Buildings inspected: One house
Number of residential units inspected: 1
Age of main building: Built in 1931
Source for main building age: Municipal records or property listing
Occupied: Yes
1) Structures built prior to the mid 1980s may contain lead and/or asbestos. Lead is commonly found in paint and in some plumbing components. The EPA does not recognize newer coats of paint as encapsulating older coats of lead-based paint. Asbestos is commonly found in various building materials such as insulation, siding, and/or floor and ceiling tiles. Laws were passed in 1978 to prohibit usage of lead and asbestos, but stocks of materials containing these substances remained in use for a number of years thereafter. Both lead and asbestos are known health hazards. Evaluating for the presence of lead and/or asbestos is beyond the scope of this inspection. Any mention of these materials in this report is made as a courtesy only, and meant to refer the client to a specialist. Consult with specialists as necessary, such as industrial hygienists, professional labs and/or abatement specialists for this type of evaluation. For information on lead, asbestos and other hazardous materials in homes, visit: http://www.reporthost.com/?EPA http://www.reporthost.com/?CPSC http://www.reporthost.com/?CDC
2) In regards to the master bath drain smell. I consulted with an old friend of mine whom runs a large pluming company up in Oregon. His assessment given the limited info I could provide more or less confirmed what we discussed. The way it was explained is that "typically" with older homes (particularly with cast iron pipes) the smell comes from the build up of sludge in the P-trap and adjacent pipe creating a "grey" water in the trap after use. His recommendation was the same as mine. A once a week for 5-6 week(s) treatment with a grease and hair remover (see link below). If this is unsuccessful further inspection may be required.
I hope this helps if you need anything else I am always available for further consultation
Limitations: The following items are not included in this inspection: private/shared wells and related equipment; private sewage disposal systems; hot tubs or spas; main, side and lateral sewer lines; gray water systems; pressure boosting systems; trap primers; incinerating or composting toilets; fire suppression systems; water softeners, conditioners or filtering systems; plumbing components concealed within the foundation or building structure, or in inaccessible areas such as below tubs; underground utilities and systems; overflow drains for tubs and sinks; backflow prevention devices. Any comments made regarding these items are as a courtesy only. Note that the inspector does not operate water supply or shut-off valves due to the possibility of valves leaking or breaking when operated. The inspector does not test for lead in the water supply, the water pipes or solder, does not determine if plumbing and fuel lines are adequately sized, and does not determine the existence or condition of underground or above-ground fuel tanks.
Point of Entry: Sewer cleanout in Basement/Crwal space
Water service: Public
Location of main water shut-off: Exterior
Total Length Scoped: 74 ft
Condition of drain pipes: Appeared serviceable
Drain pipe material: Plastic, Cast Iron
Condition of waste lines: Required repair, replacement and/or evaluation (see comments below)
Waste pipe material: Plastic, Cast iron
3) Significant corrosion was discovered in the first 13ft of the line. Flow did not appear to be impeded at the time of inspection. The client may want to consult with a sewer line specialist to discuss future repair options. Including but not limited to installation of new length of pipe/water jetting/blown in pipe retrofitting.
4) Minor root penetration was discovered at 10ft & 18ft. Flow did not appear impeded at the time of inspection. The client may want to consider a periodic treatment of root killer to prevent further build up.
5) One or more offset collars were discovered these appeared to create minor saddles (low points) in the line at 21-27ft & 40-42ft. Recommend monitoring this. If backups (clogs) become frequent. Recommend consulting with a sewer line specialist to discuss repair options
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IMPORTANT AGREEMENTS AND LIMITATIONS SPECIAL NOTE: THE FOLLOWING IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS INSPECTION: 1. WATER OR AIR QUALITY 2. PRESENCE OF TOXIC OR CARCINOGENIC MATTER EMITTED FROM THE GROUND, BUILDING MATERIALS, IN WATER OR AIR SUPPLY OR FROM THE OPERATION OF ANY EQUIPMENT 3. ITEMS THAT ARE OBSTRUCTED, INACCESSIBLE OR NOT IN PLAIN VIEW. - The Client is hereby informed that structural and mechanical insurance is available for a nominal fee from insurance companies. Your real estate agent may be able to help you with obtaining structural or mechanical insurance coverage. The client understands that the Comments and Notations made on this report are subjective opinion of the inspector based on observations at the time of inspection. Therefore, the INSPECTOR desires it be clearly understood he offers NO WARRANTY concerning future operation or condition of any item inspected - OR - that all defects of such items were observed at the time of inspection and noted on the report. THEREFORE, the INSPECTOR does not imply that he warrants or guarantees any item regardless whether they were inspected or reported. 1. What We Do: a. All inspections are performed in accordance with Standards of Practice. The inspection is of conditions which are present and visible at the time of the inspection. All mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, and appliances are operated in normal modes and operating range at the time of the inspection. b. We shall observe, render an opinion and report which of the parts, components and systems are not functioning at the time of the inspection or are in need of repair and report on visible existing or recognized hazards. c. If you have questions, we will explain what we saw about the item. 2. What We Do Not Do: a. We do not make guarantees, warranties, representations, or insure the future performance or condition of any item. If you want a warranty, guarantee, or insurance policy, you must obtain it from a warranty or insurance company. Please remember that almost every item in any pre-owned home is in used condition and has ordinary wear and tear, and all houses will change and deteriorate in the future. WE DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. b. We do not inspect any item which we cannot see in a normal inspection. For example, we do not move furniture, rugs, carpet, paintings, appliances or other furnishings in performing an inspection. We do not uncover buried pipes or items. We cannot see items covered by wallpaper, flooring or plants. Repairs or remodeling may hide evidence of prior damage or defects. We do suggest that you ask the seller about repairs that are covered up or any previous problems because we DO NOT report on past conditions that appear corrected. We do not inspect for latent defects, therefore, you should obtain a copy of the sellers disclosure statement. c. We do not inspect for building codes, soil analysis, adequacy of design, capacity, efficiency size, value, floor plain location, pollution, habitability, environmental hazards such as asbestos, UFFI, EMF, lead base paint, etc. Please remember older homes do not meet the same standards as newer homes, even though items in both may perform the function for which they are intended. d. We do not allow the inspector to change or add to these printed provisions in any way. e. We do not hold ourselves to be specialists for any particular item or engineers. We are a general real estate improvement inspection company. If we report an item is not performing its intended function, needs repair, or shows evidence of prior damage, we urge you to have that item examined by a specialist before purchasing the house. We do not and cannot give cost estimates to repair any item. 3. What You Must Do: a. If you have any complaints about our inspection, you must notify us in writing within seven days after you discovered any problem, and allow us to reinspect before changing the condition on the item, except in an emergency. b. If we report an item is in need of immediate repair, or is not performing its intended function or shows past damage and you intend to purchase the property anyway, you should first have the item re-inspected by a specialist in that field (i.e. foundation - structural engineer//plumbing - plumber). c. You agree that, to the extent allowed by law, any damages for breach of this contract or report are limited to the amount of the inspection fee only. d. If you sue on this inspection, but do not prevail, you agree to pay all our reasonable attorney?s fees. e. You represent to us that (1) the inspector has not made any oral representations that are different from, or in addition to, what is written in this report, and (2) you agree to each provision of this report by relying on it any any way, whether or not you sign it. f. You shall not allow anyone else to use or rely on this report without prior written consent. THIS REPORT CANNOT AND DOES NOT REPRESENT THE OPERATION OR CONDITION OF ANY ITEM AFTER THE DATE AND TIME OF THIS INSPECTION. ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ARE DISCLAIMED.
