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INSPECTION REPORT

For the Property at:

123 ANYSTREETMYTOWN, NY

Prepared for: HOME BUYERInspection Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Prepared by: Jim Freebody

Nassau Home Inspections135 Aspinwall St

Westbury, NY 11590516 840 9400

[email protected]

www.nshinspection.com


December 16, 2016

Dear Home Buyer,

RE: Report No. 1451, v.3123 AnystreetMytown, NY

Your report is now accessible by clicking the link at the bottom of this message - this report is protected and can only beviewed from this link - It will be available online for 180 days.

If your inspection included a Termite (Wood Destroying Insect Inspection), it can be found under the appendix tab at theend of the report.

To send a full copy of this report to your Realtor or Attorney, simply forward them this email.

Our business is mostly on a referral basis. We hope that you were satisfied with our service.Any feedback and referrals are greatly appreciated.

We sincerely thank You for your business. Best wishes and good luck in your new home,

Sincerely,

Jim Freebodyon behalf ofNassau Home Inspections

Nassau Home Inspections135 Aspinwall St

Westbury, NY 11590516 840 9400

[email protected]


SUMMARY

Nassau-suffolk Home Inspections wishes to remind you, every home requires a certain amount of ongoing maintenance,such as, clogged drains, servicing of furnaces, air conditioners, water heaters, etc. It is suggested that you budget forregular maintenance/repairs.

The following summary is based on a visual inspection of the accessible areas of this property.

Roofing

SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shinglesCondition: Old, worn outImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: GarageTask: Replace

Exterior

ROOF DRAINAGE \ DownspoutsCondition: Downspouts end too close to buildingImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: Various ExteriorTask: Correct

WALLS \ TrimCondition: RotImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure | Material deteriorationLocation: GarageTask: Repair or replace

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Glass (glazing)Condition: Putty missing, cracked or deterioratedImplication(s): Chance of water entering building | Increased heating and cooling costsLocation: Right Side and Rear Bay Window ExteriorTask: Repair or replace

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Exterior trimCondition: Missing or loose piecesImplication(s): Cosmetic defects | Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: GarageTask: Repair or replace

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Window wellsCondition: Deep Window Well should have protective cover/fencing to prevent fallsLocation: Various Exterior

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SUMMARY ROOFING EXTERIOR STRUCTURE ELECTRICAL HEATING COOLING INSULATION PLUMBING INTERIOR

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SUMMARY

PORCHES, DECKS, STEPS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Steps and landingsCondition: recommend repointing brick/stone on stepsLocation: Front and Right Side

LANDSCAPING \ DrivewayCondition: Deteriorated Asphalt DrivewayLocation: Right SideTask: Monitor

LANDSCAPING \ GeneralCondition: Note: Termite Baiting System installed around exterior perimeter of foundation - Request Disclosure as toreason and if currently under Service Contract.Location: Throughout Exterior

Electrical

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Outlets (receptacles)Condition: old style 2 prong ungrounded outletsLocation: VariousTask: Upgrade

Condition: LooseImplication(s): Electric shock | Fire hazardLocation: BathroomTask: Improve

Condition: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) neededImplication(s): Electric shockLocation: Second Floor BathroomTask: Upgrade

Condition: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) neededImplication(s): Electric shockLocation: KitchenTask: Upgrade

Heating

GAS HOT WATER BOILER \ Radiators, convectors and baseboardsCondition: Leaning out at top -Not standing up straightLocation: Second Floor BedroomTask: Further evaluation




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Cooling & Heat Pump

AIR CONDITIONING \ Life expectancyCondition: Near end of life expectancyImplication(s): Equipment failure | Reduced comfortTask: Monitor

Plumbing

WATER HEATER \ Temperature/pressure relief valveCondition: Discharge tube missingImplication(s): ScaldingLocation: BasementTask: Provide

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ FaucetCondition: Sink Sprayer taped upLocation: KitchenTask: Repair or replace

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Hose bib or bibbCondition: exterior faucet(s) not frost proof type - must be turned off from inside basement during winter to preventfreezing or replace with frost free faucet(s).Location: Various ExteriorTask: Upgrade

Interior

EXHAUST FANS \ Exhaust fanCondition: InoperativeImplication(s): Chance of condensation damage to finishes and/or structureLocation: KitchenTask: Repair or replace

APPLIANCES \ DryerCondition: Dryer Vent Hose should be made of flexible metal.Location: BasementTask: Replace

This concludes the Summary section.

The remainder of the report describes each of the home's systems and also details any recommendations we have forimprovements. Limitations that restricted our inspection are included as well.




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ROOFING

Description

Sloped roofing material: Approximate age of roof is 5-10 years

Sloped roofing material:Asphalt shingles

Limitations

General: The precise age of the roof cannot always be determined, due to certain roof materials, such as slate andwood styles. Leaks in roof and roof flashings may not be discovered at the time of the inspection and/or may sometimesdevelop after the inspection, due to severe weather conditions or impact. This inspection is not a guarantee against roofleakage in the future.

Recommendations

SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shinglesCondition: Old, worn outImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: GarageTask: Replace




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EXTERIOR

Description

General: General Exterior Photos

Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum

Gutter & downspout type: Eave mounted

Downspout discharge: Above grade

Lot slope: Away from building

Wall surfaces - wood: Shingles

Driveway: Asphalt

Walkway: Concrete Pressure-treated wood

Deck: Ground level Pressure-treated wood




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EXTERIOR

Exterior steps: Concrete

Recommendations

ROOF DRAINAGE \ DownspoutsCondition: Downspouts end too close to buildingImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: Various ExteriorTask: Correct




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EXTERIOR

WALLS \ TrimCondition: RotImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure | Material deteriorationLocation: GarageTask: Repair or replace

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Glass (glazing)Condition: Putty missing, cracked or deterioratedImplication(s): Chance of water entering building | Increased heating and cooling costsLocation: Right Side and Rear Bay Window ExteriorTask: Repair or replace




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EXTERIOR

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Exterior trimCondition: Missing or loose piecesImplication(s): Cosmetic defects | Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: GarageTask: Repair or replace




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EXTERIOR

EXTERIOR GLASS \ Window wellsCondition: Keep window wells free from debris - bottom of well should be 6-8 inches below window frames

Condition: Deep Window Well should have protective cover/fencing to prevent fallsLocation: Various Exterior




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EXTERIOR

PORCHES, DECKS, STEPS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Steps and landingsCondition: recommend repointing brick/stone on stepsLocation: Front and Right Side

LANDSCAPING \ DrivewayCondition: Deteriorated Asphalt DrivewayLocation: Right SideTask: Monitor




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EXTERIOR

LANDSCAPING \ GeneralCondition: Note: Termite Baiting System installed around exterior perimeter of foundation - Request Disclosure as toreason and if currently under Service Contract.Location: Throughout Exterior




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STRUCTURE

Description

Configuration: Basement

Foundation material: Poured concrete

Floor construction: Joists Steel columns Laminated wood beams Subfloor - plank

Exterior wall construction: Wood frame

Roof and ceiling framing: original cedar shingle roofing, used as roof sheathing

Roof and ceiling framing:Rafters/roof joists

Limitations

General: Please note that an inspection is not a guarantee that you do not have termites or damage in visuallyinaccessible areas, such as inside walls or behind finished basement surfaces. This is one reason why an annualTermite or Carpenter Ant inspection is valuable. Keep records of all such inspections.

Inspection limited/prevented by: Basement Mostly Finished Living Space




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ELECTRICAL

Description

General: The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) urges homeowners to replace smoke detectors and CO detectorsmore than 10 years old, and to replace all smoke detectors when moving into a new residence unless you know that thesmoke detectors and CO detectors are new. Replacements are inexpensive and readily available.

Service entrance cable and location:Overhead copper

Service size: 100 Amps (240 Volts)

Main disconnect/service box rating: 100 Amps

Main disconnect/service box type and location:Breakers - basement

System grounding material and type: Copper - water pipe and ground rod




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ELECTRICAL

Distribution wire material and type:Copper - non-metallic sheathedCopper - metallic sheathed

Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI): Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI): Ground Faulted outlets(GFCI) and/or breakers are required for safety, in all interior and exterior areas where water will be incontact with an electrical power source. Standard cover plates should be labeled for "GFCI" when wired on the GFCIcircuit. Proper GFCI functionality may not always be fully tested at the time of the inspection because GFCI resets maybe hidden and not able to be reset.

Smoke detectors: Present

Recommendations

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Outlets (receptacles)Condition: old style 2 prong ungrounded outletsLocation: VariousTask: Upgrade

Condition: LooseImplication(s): Electric shock | Fire hazardLocation: BathroomTask: Improve




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ELECTRICAL

Condition: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) neededImplication(s): Electric shockLocation: Second Floor BathroomTask: Upgrade




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ELECTRICAL

Condition: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) neededImplication(s): Electric shockLocation: KitchenTask: Upgrade




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HEATING

Description

General: Exterior Gas Main - Recommend keeping an adjustable wrench in a zip-lock bag, attached to meter, tofacilitate emergency gas shut-off.

Fuel/energy source: Gas

System type: Boiler

Boiler manufacturer: Slant/Fin

Heat distribution: Radiators

Approximate capacity: 150,000 BTU/hr

Efficiency: Conventional

Exhaust venting method: Natural draft

Approximate age: 6 years

Typical life expectancy:Boiler (cast iron) 25 to 50 years




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HEATING

Main fuel shut off at: Basement

Fireplace: Masonry wood burning fireplace




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HEATING

Chimney/vent: Masonry

Chimney liner:MetalClay

Limitations

General: Note: Flue not inspected. Annual cleaning recommended.Zone, boiler and radiator valves: Zone valves, radiator valves, circulators, integrated humdification units and internalparts of the heating system are inspected for proper functionality, but can not be fully tested, as full tests would beconsidered invasive.




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HEATING

Recommendations

GAS HOT WATER BOILER \ Radiators, convectors and baseboardsCondition: Leaning out at top -Not standing up straightLocation: Second Floor BedroomTask: Further evaluation




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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

Description

Air conditioning type: Air cooled

Manufacturer: Bryant

Cooling capacity: 24,000 BTU/hr

Compressor type: Electric

Compressor approximate age: 19 years

Typical life expectancy: 15 to 20 yearsNote: Central A/C for top floor only

Recommendations

AIR CONDITIONING \ Life expectancyCondition: Near end of life expectancyImplication(s): Equipment failure | Reduced comfortTask: Monitor




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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Description

Attic/roof insulation material: Glass fiber

Attic/roof ventilation:Gable ventPower ventilator




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PLUMBING

Description

Water supply source: Public

Service piping into building: Copper

Supply piping in building: PEX (Cross-linked polyethylene)

Supply piping in building: Copper

Main water shut off valve at the:BasementMeter

Water flow and pressure: Typical for neighborhood

Water heater fuel/energy source: Gas

Water heater type: Conventional

Water heater exhaust venting method: Natural draft

Water heater manufacturer: General Electric

Tank capacity: 50 gallons

Water heater approximate age: 6 years

Typical life expectancy:8 to 12 years




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PLUMBING

Waste disposal system: Public

Waste and vent piping in building: PVC plastic Cast Iron

Limitations

General: The following plumbing system items are not covered, as they are beyond the scope of this inspection;Isolated or hidden plumbing pipes and relief valves. Main exterior water shut-off valves will not be turned on/off. Tub/sinkoverflows will not be tested. Water quality not tested. Water treatment equipment will not be inspected. Solar andGeo-Thermal plumbing, heating and cooling systems are not inspected.French Drain Systems cannot be pressure tested and cannot be tested for their performance. It is recommended thatthey be fully tested and inspected by a professional technician. Cesspools cannot be opened.

Recommendations

WATER HEATER \ Temperature/pressure relief valveCondition: Discharge tube missingImplication(s): ScaldingLocation: BasementTask: Provide




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PLUMBING

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ FaucetCondition: Sink Sprayer taped upLocation: KitchenTask: Repair or replace




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PLUMBING

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Hose bib or bibbCondition: exterior faucet(s) not frost proof type - must be turned off from inside basement during winter to preventfreezing or replace with frost free faucet(s).Location: Various ExteriorTask: Upgrade




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INTERIOR

Description

General: General Interior Photos




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General: General Interior Photos




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INTERIOR

Major floor finishes: Hardwood Laminate Ceramic

Major wall and ceiling finishes: Plaster/drywall

Windows: Single/double hung Vinyl

Glazing: Double

Exterior doors - type/material: Metal/Glass

Exterior doors - type/material: Hinged French Storm Wood Garage door - wood

Oven type: Conventional

Oven fuel: Gas

Range fuel: Gas

Appliances: Refrigerator Range hood Dishwasher




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INTERIOR

Laundry facilities:WasherLaundry tubHot/cold water supplyDryerVented to outside120-Volt outletWaste standpipe

Limitations

Inspection limited/prevented by: Garage filled with personal belongings

Not tested/not in service:Range




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INTERIOR

Gas turned off - not tested

Recommendations

EXHAUST FANS \ Exhaust fanCondition: InoperativeImplication(s): Chance of condensation damage to finishes and/or structureLocation: KitchenTask: Repair or replace

APPLIANCES \ DryerCondition: Dryer Vent Hose should be made of flexible metal.Location: BasementTask: Replace




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Nassau-suffolk Home Inspections135 Aspinwall StreetWestbury, NY 11590(515) 894-9400

N/A 10/19/2016

123 Anystreet, Mytown, NY

James Freebody 16000005080 Single Family Residence

Basement Mostly Finished Living Space 1,3,4,5,6,7,8

Termite Baiting System Installed Around Exterior




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