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7416 140th Pl NE, Redmond, WA 98052
April 4th 2017 Thank you for your interest in this Faira Certified home. We have coordinated the efforts of certified and licensed inspection and title professionals to create the Faira Transparency Reports for this home. The Faira Transparency Reports are a detailed portfolio of information that is prepared on behalf of buyers in preparation for making an informed offer on the property.
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RW West ConsultantsProperty Inspection Report
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7416 140th Pl NE, Redmond, WA 98052Inspection prepared for: Christopher Ellis
Real Estate Agent: -
Date of Inspection: 4/3/2017 Time: 0:00 PM Age of Home: 1968 Size: 2520
Order ID: 1712
Inspector: Ronald W WestLicense #565
PO Box 214, Redmond, WA 98073Phone: 425-885-0722 Fax: 206-674-0111
Email: [email protected]
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Inspection Details We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entireInspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questionsyou may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are stillavailable to you for any questions you may have, throughout the entire closing process.Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report is based on an inspectionof the visible portion of the structure; inspection may be limited by vegetation and possessions. Depending upon the age of the property, some items like GFI outlets may not be installed;For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repairany critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommendthat you or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately beforeclosing to check the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. Items denote serious, safety or items that required further investigationItems denote minor or maintenance itemsItems denote locations and shutoff valves
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General Exterior Note 1. Exterior NoteObservations:• North Elevation• South Elevation• East Elevation• West Elevation
||2||West Elevation ||2||South Elevation
||2||East Elevation
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Exterior Areas 1. Siding ConditionSiding appeared in good condition overall. • Wood siding. • Animal door east sideObservations:• There are a few slut siding boards at the south side, recommend repair
2. GuttersGutters and downspouts appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Downspout does not fully connect into drain tile.
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Northeast corner3. Driveway and Walkway ConditionConcrete sidewalks and driveways appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Patio is improperly sloped towards the foundation. Normally it should slope away• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios are potential tripping hazards, recommendconditions are corrected.• Trip hazard also north side
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Patio is improperly sloped towards the foundation. Water can infiltrate into the interior. Recommendconditions are corrected as driveway should slope away from the foundation.
4. SoffitSoffits and eaves appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Soffit not painted
5. Door/WindowObservations:• There was no visible flashing above the windows and or doors. Windows and or doors withoutflashing require periodic maintenance of caulking material.
6. GradingObservations:• Firewood stacked close proximity to the house. Present location invites animal/insect infestationand damage to property, recommend removal.• Earth close to base of the siding, recommend minimum 6 inch clearance is achieved wherepossible as this is a conducive condition for wood destroying organism activity.• Foliage is touching the siding, recommend clearance is achieved as this is a conducive conditionfor wood destroying organisms and pests
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||1||Grade slopes toward the house from north tosouth.
7. ElectricalObservations:• Exterior outlets are not GFI protected. Strongly recommend further investigation and correction bylicensed electrical contractor.
8. Cable FeedsMaterials: Primary Service is Underground Service Lateral
9. Gas ConditionMeter located at east side. Main Gas shutoff is located to the lower left of the meter.
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10. Exterior Faucet ConditionExterior faucets were in operable condition overall.
11. Pressure100
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Decks 1. Deck1
2. DeckDecking and Visible framing appeared in good condition overall. • Guardrail appeared secure.Observations:• Recommend sealing deck wood surfaces.• Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should be configured so that a hand maygrasp around a rail for safety.
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Roof 1. Roof ConditionArchitectural Composition shingle.Type Average life span 30 years for this type surface with proper maintenance and care.Observations:• Moss on roof. This can lead to the premature failure of the roof and subsequent leaks.Recommend treating moss with a moss retarding chemical. Pressure washing is not recommendedas it can damage surface and lessen life span.
2. FlashingFlashing appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Flashing loose at chimney recommend correction
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3. ChimneyObservations:• Flaking, spalling brick observed, recommend sealing brick with water proof chemical to preventcontinued damage.• Loose bricks observed, recommend conditions are corrected.• Flaking, spalling concrete observed, recommend conditions are investigated further by licensedmasonry contractor and corrected as required. concrete block may need to be sealed with apermeable water proof chemical
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Attic 1 1. AtticAttic access is located in the hallway
2. FramingVisible framing appeared in good condition overall, no visible indications of decay or waterpenetration presently.
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3. VentilationUnder eave soffit inlet vents noted. • Roof surface vents present. • Gable louver vents noted.
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4. Fan/DuctBathroom fans appeared to exhaust to the exterior overall.Observations:• Kitchen fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior, recommend correction. This condition canresult in mold/fungal growth.
Kitchen fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior, recommend correction. This condition canresult in mold/fungal growth.
5. Insulation ConditionUnfinished fiberglass batts noted.Depth: Insulation averages approximately 6 inches in depth;estimated R value 19. Newerrequirements are R49 insulation content.
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General Interior Note 1. General NotesMaterials: Windows in the home are Double panel insulated glass windows. Any deficiencies arenoted in each room section for accessible windows • Doors in the home are considered operationalunless otherwise noted in each room section • Cabinet doors and in the home are consideredoperational unless otherwise noted in each room sectionObservations:• scratching to the hardwood floors
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Living Room 1. Living RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate.
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Dining Room 1. Dining RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.
2. FloorObservations:• Wood floor finish sun bleached.• Wood floor finish faded/worn
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Kitchen 1. Kitchen RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. Sink and faucets are in operable conditionoverall. Cabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.
2. Counter ConditionGranite tile counter tops are in good condition.
3. DisposalDisposal operates overall.
4. DishwasherDishwasher was in operable condition overall.
5. Stove/OvenCook top was in operable condition overall. • Oven was in operable condition overall.
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6. RefrigeratorRefrigerator was in operable condition overall.
7. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.
8. ElectricalOutlets are GFCI protected at the counters.
9. Vent ConditionObservations:• Exhaust fan is inoperable.
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Hallway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates. • Wood flooring is in goodcondition overall
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1st Floor Bathroom 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.
2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of the sink.
3. CountersMarble tile counter tops are in good condition overall.
4. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.
5. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.
6. FloorsMarble tile flooring in good condition overall.
7. TubTub and shower were in good condition overall.
8. ShowerObservations:• Shower grout absorbs moisture when water comes in contact, recommend sealing shower grout.
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Bedroom 1 1. LocationLocation 1st Left
2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is carpet. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.
3. FloorObservations:• Carpet Wrinkled, recommend restretching.
4. DoorsObservations:• Entry door does not catch, minor adjustment to strike plate may remedy this condition.
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Bedroom 2 1. LocationLocation South • 2nd Left
2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is carpet. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.
3. FloorObservations:• Carpet Wrinkled, recommend restretching.
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Master Bedroom 1. BedroomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is carpet in good condition. Heatregister present. Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.
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Master Bathroom 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.
2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of the water sources.
3. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.
4. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.
5. FloorsMarble tile flooring in good condition overall.
6. ShowerShower is in good condition overall. • Shower door is in operable condition overall.
7. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.
8. HeatingHeat register operates.
9. DoorsObservations:• Entry door sticks, recommend adjustment.
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Stairs Leading to Basement 1. StairSteps appeared uniform. • Handrail appeared secure.
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Basement Hallway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates. • Carpet floor covering is ingood condition.
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Basement Family Room 1. Family RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is tile in good condition. Heat registerpresent. Accessible outlets operate. • Windows are thermal pane.
2. FireplaceFireplace was wood burning type. • Damper is in place.
3. DoorsObservations:• Difficult to latch
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Basement Bathroom 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.
2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of water sources.
3. CountersEngineered Composite Vanity Top with Basin
4. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.
5. FloorsTile Flooring is in good condition overall.
6. ShowerShower is in good condition overall. • Shower door is in operable condition overall.
7. DoorsObservations:• Hits frame and does not close completely recommend adjustment
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Basement Bedroom 1 1. LocationLocation 1st Left
2. Bedroom Room
3. ElectricalObservations:• Light switch locate behind entry door
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Basement Bedroom 2 1. LocationLocation South
2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is carpet. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.
3. ElectricalObservations:• Only 1 outlet in this room
4. DoorsObservations:• Entry door sticks, recommend adjustment.
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Basement Laundry Room 1. LocationBasement Bathroom
2. ElectricalObservations:• GFCI protected receptacles may not have been required when the house was built. Recommendupgrading with GFCI's at all receptacles near water sources as a safety precaution.
3. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.
4. DryerDryer appeared to exhaust to the exterior. • Dryer is electric Unit
5. WasherMaterials: Washer faucets were in operable condition, no visible leakage.Observations:• Washer was not connected, their was no test of its operation
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Garage 1. ConditionWalls and ceilings appeared in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixturesoperate overall. Flooring is concrete, visible portions in good condition overall. • Wood frame wallsappeared in good condition overall. • Outlets are GFI protected at walls and ceilings.
2. ElectricalObservations:• Open junction boxes were observed, which is a safety concern. Recommend installing propercovers, as needed, for safety.
3. Garage DoorsGarage doors operate overall, were on auto openers. • Photo cell safety returns operate overall. • Tension safety returns operate overall.
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Heat/AC 1. Heating TypeGas forced air furnace. There was good air flow at the heat registers and cold air returns overall.
2. Heater Location The furnace is located in the hall closet upstairs.Furnace is Trane brand • 12 years of age approximately, average life span is 18 to 22 years.
3. Heating conditionObservations:• Last service date is over one year ago, or is unable to be determined. Unit appears to beoperating properly from controls, there are areas which cannot be seen without specializedequipment and training. One such area is the combustion chamber / heat exchanger where cold airblows across the "fire box", becoming the hot air that circulates throughout your home. During thelife span of any furnace, this metal wall may develop a crack or a broken weld, allowing carbonmonoxide to circulate throughout the home. Recommend service and inspection by licensed HVACcontractor prior to closing
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4. VentingObservations:• Vent is rusting through in the attic and above the roof line, recommend conditions are investigatedfurther and corrected as required by licensed HVAC contractor
Heating vent rusting5. FiltersLocation: Located inside heater cabinet.Observations:• The furnace filter is dirty. Filters clean the air before it passes through the blower and heatexchanger. This helps to keep these furnace components working efficiently. Dirty Filters lessen lifespan of the Heating/AC equipment. It is recommended to change the filter and then regularinspection & maintenance is advised.
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Plumbing/Water Heater1 1. PlumbingWater lines were copper. • Drain and waste lines were plastic.
2. Water Heater ConditionHeater Type: Gas Water heater. • 50 gallonsObservations:• Water heater temperature is in excess of 120 degrees, recommend adjustment to preventaccidental scalding.
3. AgeApproximately 7 years of age, average life span is 10 to 12 years.
4. ConditionSeismic straps are in place. • Expansion tank is in place.
5. TPRV ConditionTemperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR Valve) present.
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Electrical 1 1. LocationMaterials: Located in the laundry room.
2. Electrical125 AMP service, #2 Copper service entrance wires.Observations:• Normally there should be a 3 foot minimum clearance for safe access to the electrical panel forservicing. Recommend conditions are corrected.
3. GroundingElectrical service is grounded and bonded.
4. Wiring TypeBreaker system present. Wiring sizes conform to breaker sizes overall. Smaller branch circuit wiringis copper.
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Shutoffs 1. Shutoff LocationsMaterials:Observations:• Stove is located under the stove top.• Could not locate main water shutoff, recommend consulting with owner.
Stove is located under the stove top. ||2||Water Heater gas shutoff is located to the leftof the water heater.
||2||Water heater water line shutoffs located abovethe the furnace
Furnace gas shutoff is located to the left of thefurnace.
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||2||Furnace disconnect is located to the left of the furnace.
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Equipment 1. Appliances/EquipmentEquipment/Appliances:Observations:• Irrigation sprinkler system present. Testing and inspection of this system is not within the scope ofthis inspection. Recommend further investigation by licensed landscape contractor.
||2||Dishwasher ||2||Disposal
||2||Stove Oven
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||2||Refrigerator
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Report SummaryReport Summary
The summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safetyhazard, a deficiency requiring a major expense to correct or items I would like to draw extra attentionto. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects the opinion ofthe inspector. Please review all pages of the report as the summary alone does not explain all of theissues. All repairs should be done by a licensed & bonded tradesman or qualified professional. Irecommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done.Exterior AreasPage 4 Item: 3 Driveway and
Walkway Condition• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios arepotential tripping hazards, recommend conditions arecorrected.• Trip hazard also north side
Page 6 Item: 7 Electrical • Exterior outlets are not GFI protected. Strongly recommendfurther investigation and correction by licensed electricalcontractor.
DecksPage 8 Item: 2 Deck • Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should
be configured so that a hand may grasp around a rail forsafety.
RoofPage 9 Item: 2 Flashing • Flashing loose at chimney recommend correctionPage 10 Item: 3 Chimney • Loose bricks observed, recommend conditions are
corrected.• Flaking, spalling concrete observed, recommend conditionsare investigated further by licensed masonry contractor andcorrected as required. concrete block may need to be sealedwith a permeable water proof chemical
KitchenPage 18 Item: 9 Vent Condition • Exhaust fan is inoperable.Basement Bedroom 2Page 32 Item: 3 Electrical • Only 1 outlet in this roomBasement Laundry RoomPage 33 Item: 2 Electrical • GFCI protected receptacles may not have been required
when the house was built. Recommend upgrading withGFCI's at all receptacles near water sources as a safetyprecaution.
GaragePage 34 Item: 2 Electrical • Open junction boxes were observed, which is a safety
concern. Recommend installing proper covers, as needed, forsafety.
Heat/ACPage 36 Item: 4 Venting • Vent is rusting through in the attic and above the roof line,
recommend conditions are investigated further and correctedas required by licensed HVAC contractor
Plumbing/Water Heater1Page 37 Item: 2 Water Heater
Condition• Water heater temperature is in excess of 120 degrees,recommend adjustment to prevent accidental scalding.
Shutoffs
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Page 39 Item: 1 Shutoff Locations • Stove is located under the stove top.• Could not locate main water shutoff, recommend consultingwith owner.