T & R Inspection LLC
(248) 924-5144
13455 Wingate Ln
Brighton MI 48116-8300
Brighton MI 48116-8300
Inspector: Tom Greenwald
Summary
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| Client(s): | Pamela Dawson |
| Property address: | 715 Pointe Ct Milford MI 48381-1876 |
| Inspection date: | Monday, April 8, 2024 |
This report published on Monday, April 8, 2024 4:40:15 PM EDT
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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 |
 | Serviceable | Item or component is in serviceable condition |
 | Comment | For your information |
2) One or more guardrails were unstable and/or wobbly. A qualified contractor should repair as necessary.
One or more guardrails were unstable and/or wobbly. A qualified contractor should repair as necessary.
3) Several loose bricks (pavers) were located by the edge of the patio. This could be hazardous and could cause someone to fall. Recommend those be repaired by a qualified contraction.
Several loose bricks (pavers) were located by the edge of the patio. This could be hazardous and could cause someone to fall. Recommend those be repaired by a qualified contraction.
7) One or more areas with missing or substandard surface materials were found in the attached garage walls or ceilings. Current standard building practices call for wooden-framed ceilings and walls that divide the house and garage to provide limited fire-resistance rating to prevent the spread of fire from the garage to the house. Recommend that a qualified person repair per standard building practices. For example, by patching openings or holes, firestopping holes or gaps with fire-resistant caulking, and/or installing fire-resistant wall covering (e.g. Type X drywall). For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?AGFR
One or more areas with missing or substandard surface materials were found in the attached garage walls or ceilings. Current standard building practices call for wooden-framed ceilings and walls that divide the house and garage to provide limited fire-resistance rating to prevent the spread of fire from the garage to the house. Recommend that a qualified person repair per standard building practices. For example, by patching openings or holes, firestopping holes or gaps with fire-resistant caulking, and/or installing fire-resistant wall covering (e.g. Type X drywall). For more information, visit:http://www.reporthost.com/?AGFR
9) Bare wire ends, or wires with a substandard termination were found at one or more locations. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary. For example, by cutting wires to length and terminating with wire nuts in a permanently mounted, covered junction box.
Bare wire ends, or wires with a substandard termination were found at one or more locations. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary. For example, by cutting wires to length and terminating with wire nuts in a permanently mounted, covered junction box.
10) Substandard wiring was found at the interior rooms. For example, exposed wiring. This is a safety hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair as necessary and per standard building practices.
Substandard wiring was found at the interior rooms. For example, exposed wiring. This is a safety hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair as necessary and per standard building practices.
11) One or more ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) devices protecting receptacles at the exterior were defective (would not reset when tripped). Receptacle is also too close to deck. This can leave receptacle susceptible to moisture from heavy rain or snow.This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair as necessary.
One or more ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) devices protecting receptacles at the exterior were defective (would not reset when tripped). Receptacle is also too close to deck. This can leave receptacle susceptible to moisture from heavy rain or snow.This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair as necessary.
12) One or more electric receptacles and/or the boxes in which they were installed were loose and/or not securely anchored. Wire conductors can be damaged due to repeated movement and/or tension on wires, or insulation can be damaged. This is a shock and fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.
One or more electric receptacles and/or the boxes in which they were installed were loose and/or not securely anchored. Wire conductors can be damaged due to repeated movement and/or tension on wires, or insulation can be damaged. This is a shock and fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.
13) One or more cover plates installed outside were damaged. This is a potential shock and/or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.
One or more cover plates installed outside were damaged. This is a potential shock and/or fire hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair as necessary.
14) One or more sections of outdoor wiring were exposed and subject to damage. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing conduit, re-routing wires or replacing wiring.
One or more sections of outdoor wiring were exposed and subject to damage. This is a potential shock hazard. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair per standard building practices. For example, by installing conduit, re-routing wires or replacing wiring.
15) 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:
http://www.reporthost.com/?SMKALRMLS
When operating the test button on the 2nd floor smoke detectors, the 1st floor detector alarm went off, but none of the 2nd floor detectors made a sound. Recommend have evaluated and repaired/replaced by a qualified contractor.
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:http://www.reporthost.com/?SMKALRMLS
When operating the test button on the 2nd floor smoke detectors, the 1st floor detector alarm went off, but none of the 2nd floor detectors made a sound. Recommend have evaluated and repaired/replaced by a qualified contractor.
16) Piece of copper wire used to support some pump plug. Copper wire is not a proper way to support plugs. System is attached to metal conduit which could lead to a short. Recommend it be repaired by a licensed contractor to prevent possible short.
Piece of copper wire used to support some pump plug. Copper wire is not a proper way to support plugs. System is attached to metal conduit which could lead to a short. Recommend it be repaired by a licensed contractor to prevent possible short.
17) One or more electric receptacles appeared to have no power. Recommend asking the property owner about this. Switches may need to be operated or GFCI/AFCI protection may need to be reset to make some receptacles energized. If necessary, recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair.
One or more electric receptacles appeared to have no power. Recommend asking the property owner about this. Switches may need to be operated or GFCI/AFCI protection may need to be reset to make some receptacles energized. If necessary, recommend that a qualified electrician evaluate and repair.
18) One or more light fixtures were loose. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair or replace light fixtures as necessary.
One or more light fixtures were loose. Recommend that a qualified electrician repair or replace light fixtures as necessary.
19) Corrosion was found in some water supply pipes or fittings. Leaks can occur as a result. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and replace components as necessary.
Corrosion was found in some water supply pipes or fittings. Leaks can occur as a result. Recommend that a qualified plumber evaluate and replace components as necessary.
20) Pressure tank on water heater supply line is not properly supported. This can cause undue stress to the supply line and may lead to future leaks. Recommend repair by a qualified plumbing contractor.
Pressure tank on water heater supply line is not properly supported. This can cause undue stress to the supply line and may lead to future leaks. Recommend repair by a qualified plumbing contractor.
25) Rumbling or gurgling noises were heard from the water heater. This can be caused by air in the tank, or by pockets of hot water in sediment. Recommend that a qualified person flush the tank. If necessary a qualified plumber should evaluate and repair or replace the water heater.
Rumbling or gurgling noises were heard from the water heater. This can be caused by air in the tank, or by pockets of hot water in sediment. Recommend that a qualified person flush the tank. If necessary a qualified plumber should evaluate and repair or replace the water heater.
29) Moisture found inside of furnace compartment from condensation. Corrosion has started and should be repaired before hole is made into blower compartment. Recommend at this be evaluated and repaired as necessary by a qualified heating/cooling contractor.
Moisture found inside of furnace compartment from condensation. Corrosion has started and should be repaired before hole is made into blower compartment. Recommend at this be evaluated and repaired as necessary by a qualified heating/cooling contractor.
35) The under-sink food disposal was noisy or vibrated excessively. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair or replace as necessary.
The under-sink food disposal was noisy or vibrated excessively. Recommend that a qualified contractor repair or replace as necessary.
38) Due to gas odors and gas detector readings, one or more gas leaks were found at gas supply lines for the clothes washer. This is a safety/fire/explosion hazard. A qualified plumber should repair as necessary.
Due to gas odors and gas detector readings, one or more gas leaks were found at gas supply lines for the clothes washer. This is a safety/fire/explosion hazard. A qualified plumber should repair as necessary.
39) The shower head at location(s) #C was corroded, and had no pressure. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.
The shower head at location(s) #C was corroded, and had no pressure. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.
40) The sink drain stopper mechanism at location(s) #B, #D was inoperable. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.
The sink drain stopper mechanism at location(s) #B, #D was inoperable. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.
41) Caulk around the base of the toilet at location(s) #A 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.
Caulk around the base of the toilet at location(s) #A 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.
42) The clothes dryer exhaust duct was disconnected in one or more places. Clothes dryers produce large amounts of moisture which should not enter structure interiors. Moisture can accumulate and result in mold, bacteria or fungal growth. Recommend that a qualified person make permanent repairs as necessary. For more information, visit:
http://www.reporthost.com/?DRYER
The clothes dryer exhaust duct was disconnected in one or more places. Clothes dryers produce large amounts of moisture which should not enter structure interiors. Moisture can accumulate and result in mold, bacteria or fungal growth. Recommend that a qualified person make permanent repairs as necessary. For more information, visit:http://www.reporthost.com/?DRYER
43) One or more windows had fogging and/or condensation stains between or around the glazing. 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 R-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.
One or more windows had fogging and/or condensation stains between or around the glazing. 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 R-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.
44) One or more exterior doors were difficult to open or close. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.
One or more exterior doors were difficult to open or close. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary.
45) Weatherstripping around one or more exterior doors was deteriorated. Water may enter the building, or energy efficiency may be reduced. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace weatherstripping as necessary.
Weatherstripping around one or more exterior doors was deteriorated. Water may enter the building, or energy efficiency may be reduced. Recommend that a qualified person repair or replace weatherstripping as necessary.
46) One or more interior doors were sticking in the door jamb and were difficult to operate. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by trimming doors.
One or more interior doors were sticking in the door jamb and were difficult to operate. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by trimming doors.
47) One or more interior doors wouldn't latch or were difficult to latch. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by adjusting latch plates or locksets.
One or more interior doors wouldn't latch or were difficult to latch. Recommend that a qualified person repair as necessary. For example, by adjusting latch plates or locksets.
48) 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:
http://www.reporthost.com/?ECC
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:http://www.reporthost.com/?ECC