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Home Inspection Report

1538 W Greenleaf, Plainfield, IL 60586

Inspection Date:Saturday June 27, 2015

Prepared For:John Doe

Prepared By:Home Anatomy Inspection Services LLC

14855 Van Dyke Rd #540Plainfield, IL 60544

[email protected]

Report Number:20150606

Inspector:Bruce Hedlund


This confidential report is prepared exclusively for John Doe©2015 Home Anatomy Inspection Services LLC

Receipt/InvoiceHome Anatomy Inspection Services LLC14855 Van Dyke Rd #540Plainfield, IL 60544815-556-9516

Property Address1538 W GreenleafPlainfield, IL 60586

Date: Jun 27, 2015 Inspection Number: 20150606

Inspected By: Bruce Hedlund Payment Method: Not Paid

Client: John Doe

Inspection FeeHome Inspection $0.00

Total $0.00




Report SummaryItems Not Operating

None apparent

Major ConcernsNone apparent

Potential Safety HazardsRecommending grounding of sub panel in garage by qualified electrician. No physical conduit from house or ground rod tied to garage. Safety hazard. Recommend no ignition source within 18" of floor in a garage unless it is of a Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant (FVIR) DESIGN.

Deferred Cost ItemsFurnace that is 19+ years old. AC that is 24+ years old. Driveway has severe flaking. Recommend repair. Cast iron DWV pipe is 50+ years old and nearing end of life. Starting to flake.

Improvement ItemsNone apparent.

Items To MonitorCast Iron DWV Pipe.




Report OverviewHouse in Perspective

Average Quality/Well Maintained

Scope of InspectionAll components designated for inspection in the InterNACHI Standards of Practice are inspected, except as may be noted in the "Limitations of Inspection" sections within this report. It is the goal of the inspection to put a home buyer in a better position to make a buying decision. Not all improvements will be identified during this inspection. Unexpected repairs should still be anticipated. The inspection should not be considered a guarantee or warranty of any kind.Please refer to the pre-inspection contract for a full explanation of the scope of the inspection. SATISFACTORY - Indicates the component is fuctionally consistent with its original purpose, but may show signs of normal wear and tear and deterioration. MARGINAL - Indicates the component will probably require repair or replacement anytime within five years. POOR - Indicates the component will need repair or replacement now, or in the very near future. MAJOR CONCERNS - A system or component that is considered significantly deficient or is unsafe. SAFETY HAZARD - Denotes a condition that is unsafe and in need of prompt attention.

Main Entrance FacesNorth

State of OccupancyOccupied Fully furnished

Weather ConditionsSunny

Recent RainNo

Ground CoverDry

Approximate Age




Report Overview50




GarageType

None

Type Attached X Detached 1-Car 2-Car X 2-1/2-Car 3-Car 4-Car Carport

Comments Garage is Insulated

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Automatic Opener

None N/A

Operation X Operable Inoperable

Comments

Safety Reverse

None N/A

Operation X Operable Not Operable Need(s) adjusting Safety hazardX Photo eyes and pressure reverse tested

Comments

Roofing

Material X Same as houseType: Approx. age: 5 Approx. layers: 2

Comments

Gutters/Eavestrough

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Same as house

Comments

Siding

N/A

Material Same as house X Wood Metal Vinyl Stucco Masonry Slate Fiberboard

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/replace Recommend painting

Comments

Trim

N/A

Material X Same as house X Wood X Aluminum Vinyl




GarageTrim cont.

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/replace Recommend painting

Comments

Floor

Material X Concrete Gravel Asphalt Dirt Other

Condition Satisfactory Typical cracks X Large settling cracks Recommend evaluation/repairSafety hazard

Source of Ignition within 18" of the floor X N/A Yes No

Comments

Sill Plates

None X Not Visible

Type X Floor level Elevated

Condition Rotted/Damaged Recommend repair

Comments Sill plates not visible.

Overhead Door(s)

N/A

Material X Wood Fiberglass Masonite Metal Recommend repair

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Hardware loose Safety Cable RecommendedWeatherstripping missing/damaged Loose/missing

Recommend Priming/Painting Inside & Edges Yes X No

Comments Garage door and opener were in normal working order.

Exterior Service Door

None

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Damaged/Rusted

Comments

Electrical Receptacles

X Yes No Not Visible Operable: X Yes No

Reverse polarity Yes X No

Open ground X Yes No Safety Hazard

GFCI Present Yes X No Operable: Yes No Handyman/extension cord wiringX Recommend GFCI Receptacles

Comments

Fire Separation Walls & Ceiling

X N/A Present Missing Recommend repair

Condition Satisfactory Recommend repair Holes walls/ceiling Safety hazard(s)

Moisture Stains Present Yes No

Typical Cracks Yes No

Fire door Not verifiable Not a fire door Needs repair Satisfactory




GarageFire Separation Walls & Ceiling cont.

Self closure N/A Satisfactory Inoperative Missing

Comments




GroundsService Walks

None Not Visible

Material X Concrete Flagstone Gravel Brick Other

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Trip hazard X Typical cracks Pitched towards homeSettling cracks Public sidewalk needs repair

Comments

Driveway/Parking

None Not Visible

Material Concrete X Asphalt Gravel/Dirt Brick Other

Condition Satisfactory X Marginal Poor Settling Cracks Typical cracks Pitched towards homeTrip hazard X Fill cracks and seal

Comments Driveway has severe flaking. Recommend repair. Down to gravel in places.

Porch

X None Not Visible

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Railing/Balusters recommended

Support Pier Concrete Wood Other

Floor Satisfactory Marginal Poor Safety Hazard

Comments

Stoops/Steps

None

Material X Concrete Wood Other Railing/Balusters recommended

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Safety Hazard Uneven risers Rotted/DamagedCracked Settled

Comments

Patio

None

Material X Concrete Flagstone Kool-Deck Brick Other

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor X Settling cracks Trip hazardPitched towards home (see remarks) Drainage provided Typical cracks

Comments

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Grounds

Deck/Balcony

X None Not Visible

Material Wood Metal Composite Railing/Balusters recommended

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Wood in contact with soil

Finish Treated Painted/Stained Other Safety Hazard Improper attachment to houseRailing loose Not Applicable

Comments

Deck/Patio/Porch Covers

X None

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Posts/Supports need Repair Earth to wood contactMoisture/Insect damage

Recommend Metal Straps/Bolts/Nails/Flashing Improper attachment to house None

Comments

Fence/Wall

Not evaluated None

Type Brick Block X Wood Metal Chain Link Rusted X Vinyl

Condition Satisfactory X Marginal Poor Typical cracks Loose Blocks/Caps

Gate N/A X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Planks missing/damaged Operable: X Yes No

Comments Wood fence damaged, recommend repair.

Landscaping affecting foundation

X N/A

Negative Grade East West North South X Satisfactory Recommend additional backfillRecommend window wells/covers Trim back trees/shrubberiesWood in contact with/improper clearance to soil

Comments

Retaining wall

X None

Material Brick Concrete Concrete block Other Railroad ties Timbers

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Safety Hazard Leaning/cracked/bowedDrainage holes recommended

Comments




GroundsHose bibs

N/A

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor No anti-siphon valve Recommend Anti-siphon valve

Operable X Yes No Not Tested Not On

Comments




RoofGeneral

Visibility None X All Partial Limited By

Inspected From X Roof Ladder at eaves Ground With Binoculars

Style of Roof

Type X Gable Hip Mansard Shed Flat Other

Pitch Low X Medium Steep Flat

Roof #1 Type: Asphalt Layers: 1 Age: 4 Location: House

Comments

Ventilation System

None N/A

Type X Soffit Ridge X Gable X Roof Turbine X Powered Other

Comments

Flashing

Material Not Visible X Galv/Alum Asphalt Copper Foam Rubber Lead Other

Condition Not Visible X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Rusted MissingSeparated from chimney/roof Recommend Sealing Other

Comments

Valleys

N/A

Material X Not Visible Galv/Alum Asphalt Lead Copper Other

Condition Not Visible X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Holes Rusted Recommend Sealing

Comments

Condition of Roof Coverings

Roof #1 X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Curling Cracking Ponding Burn SpotsBroken/Loose Tiles/Shingles Nail popping Granules missing Alligatoring BlisteringMissing Tabs/Shingles/Tiles Moss buildup Exposed felt CuppingIncomplete/Improper Nailing Recommend roofer evaluate Evidence of Leakage

Comments

Skylights

X N/A Not Visible

Condition Cracked/Broken Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Comments

Plumbing Vents

Not Visible Not Present

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Comments




ExteriorChimney(s)

None

Location(s) Middle of Roof

Viewed From X Roof Ladder at eaves Ground (Inspection Limited) With Binoculars

Rain Cap/Spark Arrestor X Yes No Recommended

Chase Brick Stone X Metal Blocks Framed

Evidence of Holes in metal Cracked chimney cap Loose mortar joints Flaking Loose brick RustX No apparent defects

Flue Tile X Metal Unlined Not Visible

Evidence of Scaling Cracks Creosote Not evaluated Have flue(s) cleaned and re-evaluatedRecommend Cricket/Saddle/Flashing X No apparent defects

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend Repair

Comments

Gutters/Scuppers/Eavestrough

None

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Rusting Downspouts needed Recommend repair/replaceNeeds to be cleaned

Material Copper Vinyl/Plastic X Galvanized/Aluminum Other

Leaking Corners Joints Hole in main run X No apparent leaks

Attachment Loose Missing spikes Improperly sloped X Satisfactory

Extension needed North South East West X N/A

Comments

Siding

Material Stone Slate Block/Brick Fiberboard Fiber-cement Stucco EIFS* Not InspectedAsphalt X Wood Metal/Vinyl Other Typical cracks Peeling paint MonitorWood rot Loose/Missing/Holes

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/painting

Comments

Trim

Material X Wood Fiberboard X Aluminum/Steel Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/paintingDamaged wood Other


Comments

Soffit

None

Material Wood Fiberboard X Aluminum/Steel Vinyl Stucco Recommend repair/paintingDamaged wood Other


Comments




ExteriorFascia

None



Comments

Flashing

None



Comments

Caulking

None

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal PoorRecommend around windows/doors/masonry ledges/corners/utility penetrations

Comments

Windows/Screens

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Wood rot Recommend repair/paintingRecommend repair/replace damaged screens Failed/fogged insulated glass

Material X Wood Metal X Vinyl Aluminum/Vinyl clad

Screens Torn Bent Not installed X Satisfactory

Comments

Storms Windows

X None Not installed

Condition Satisfactory Broken/cracked Wood rot Recommend repair/painting

Material Wood Clad comb. Wood/Metal comb. Metal

Putty Satisfactory Needed N/A

Comments

Slab-On-Grade/Foundation

Foundation Wall Concrete block X Poured concrete Post-Tensioned concrete Not Visible Other

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Monitor Have Evaluated Not Evaluated

Concrete Slab X N/A Not Visible Satisfactory Marginal Monitor Have Evaluated

Comments

Service Entry

Location Underground X Overhead

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Weather head/mast needs repair Overhead wires too low

Exterior receptacles X Yes No Operable: X Yes No Condition: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

GFCI present Yes X No Operable: Yes No Safety Hazard Reverse polarity Open ground(s)




ExteriorService Entry cont.

GFCI present cont. X Recommend GFCI Receptacles

Comments

Building(s) Exterior Wall Construction

Type X Not Visible Framed Masonry Other

Condition X Not Visible Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Comments Building structure not visible due to siding, not evaluated.

Exterior Doors

Main Entrance N/A Weatherstripping: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Missing ReplaceDoor condition: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Patio X N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Missing ReplaceDoor condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Rear door N/A Weatherstripping: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Missing ReplaceDoor condition: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Other door X N/A Weatherstripping: Satisfactory Marginal Poor Missing ReplaceDoor condition: Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Comments

Exterior A/C - Heat pump #1

Unit #1 N/ALocation: Outside SE corner Brand: York

Model #: B345CF7800 Serial #:Approximate Age: 20-25+

Condition Satisfactory X Marginal Poor Cabinet/housing rusted

Energy source X Electric Gas Other

Unit type X Air cooled Water cooled Geothermal Heat pump

Outside Disconnect X Yes No Maximum fuse/breaker rating (amps): 30 Fuses/Breakers installed (amps): 30Improperly sized fuses/breakers

Level X Yes No Recommend re-level unit

Condenser Fins Damaged Need cleaning Damaged base/pad Damaged Refrigerant Line X Satisfactory

Insulation on Low Pressure Line X Yes No Replace

Improper Clearance (air flow) Yes X No

Comments

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Exterior




InteriorStairs/Steps/Balconies

None

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Loose/Missing

Handrail X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Safety hazard Hand Rail/Railing/Balusters recommended

Risers/Treads X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Risers/Treads uneven Trip hazard

Comments

Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors

Smoke Detector X Present Not Present X Operable Safety Hazard

CO Detector X Present Not Present X Operable Safety Hazard X Recommend Additional DetectorsWhere: CO in Basement

Comments Age of alarms not verified. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms have a limited service life. Recommend replacing smoke alarms every 10 years and carbon monoxide alarms every 5 to 7 years. Testing of alarms only test the alarm circuits, not the sensors. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms should be installed according to manufacturers instructions, which was not verified during inspection.

Attic/Structure/Framing/Insulation

N/A

Attic Access X Stairs X Pulldown Scuttlehole/Hatch No Access Other

Inspected from Access panel X In the attic Other

Access Location X Hallway Bedroom Closet Garage Other

Access limited by Not limited

Flooring Complete Partial X None

Insulation X Fiberglass X Batts Loose Cellulose Foam Other Vermiculite Rock woolDepth: 6" Damaged Displaced Missing Compressed X Recommend additional insulation

Installed in Rafters/Trusses Walls X Between ceiling joists Underside of roof deck Not Visible

Vapor barriers Kraft/foil faced Plastic sheeting X Not Visible Improperly installed

Ventilation X Ventilation appears adequate Recommend additional ventilation Recommend baffles at eaves

Fans exhausted to X Attic Outside Not Visible

HVAC Duct N/A X Satisfactory Damaged Split Disconnected Leaking Repair/ReplaceRecommend Insulation

Chimney chase X N/A Satisfactory Needs repair Not Visible

Structural problems observed Yes X No Recommend repair Recommend structural engineer

Roof structure X Rafters Trusses Wood Metal Collar ties Purlins Knee wall Not VisibleOther

Ceiling joists X Wood Metal Not Visible

Sheathing Plywood OSB X Planking Rotted Stained Delaminated

Evidence of condensation Yes X No

Evidence of moisture Yes X No




InteriorAttic/Structure/Framing/Insulation cont.

Evidence of leaking Yes X No

Firewall between units X N/A Yes No Needs repair/sealing

Electrical X No apparent defects Open junction box(es) Handyman wiringKnob and tube covered with insulation Safety Hazard

Comments Recommend extending bathroom vents to the exterior.

Photos




KitchenCountertops

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Recommend repair/caulking

Comments

Photos

Cabinets

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Recommend repair/adjustment

Comments

Plumbing

Faucet Leaks Yes X No

Pipes leak/corroded Yes X No

Sink/Faucet X Satisfactory Corroded Chipped Cracked Recommend repair

Functional drainage X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Functional flow X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Comments

Walls & Ceiling

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Typical cracks Moisture stains

Comments

Heating/Cooling Source

X Yes No

Comments

Floor

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Sloping Squeaks

Comments

Appliances

Disposal X N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No

Oven N/A Not tested Operable: X Yes No

Range N/A Not tested Operable: X Yes No

Dishwasher X N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No

Trash Compactor X N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No




KitchenAppliances cont.

Exhaust fan X N/A Not tested Operable: Yes No

Refrigerator N/A Not tested Operable: X Yes No

Microwave N/A Not tested Operable: X Yes No

Receptacles present X Yes No Operable: X Yes No

GFCI Yes X No Operable: Yes No Recommend GFCI Receptacles: X Yes NoPotential Safety Hazard(s)

Open ground/Reverse polarity: Yes X No Potential Safety Hazard

Comments Appliances only tested for operation, working or not. Quality or extent of operation not part of testing or inspection .

Photos




Laundry RoomLaundry

Laundry sink Yes X No

Faucet leaks Yes X No X N/A

Pipes leak Yes X No Not Visible

Cross connections Yes X No Potential Safety Hazard

Heat source present X Yes No

Room vented X Yes No

Dryer vented through N/A X Wall Ceiling Floor Not vented Plastic dryer vent not recommendedNot vented to exterior Recommend repair Safety hazard

Electrical Open ground/reverse polarity: Yes X No Safety hazard

GFCI present Yes X No Operable: Yes No Recommend GFCI Receptacles

Appliances X Washer X Dryer Water heater Furnace/Boiler

Washer hook-up lines/valves X Satisfactory Leaking Corroded Not Visible

Gas shut-off valve N/A X Yes No Cap Needed Safety hazard Not Visible

Comments

Photos




Living RoomLiving Room

Location NW corner 1st floor

Walls & Ceiling X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Typical cracks Damage

Moisture stains Yes X NoWhere:

Floor X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Squeaks Slopes Tripping hazard

Ceiling fan X None Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/replace

Electrical Switches: X Yes No X Operable Receptacles: X Yes No X OperableOpen ground/Reverse polarity: Yes X No Safety hazard Cover plates missing

Heating source present X Yes No Holes: Doors Walls Ceilings

Doors None X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware

Windows None X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Cracked glass Evidence of leaking insulated glassBroken/Missing hardware

Comments




Dining RoomDining Room

Location SW corner 1st floor.




Ceiling fan X None Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/replace



Doors X None Satisfactory Marginal Poor Cracked glass Broken/Missing hardware


Comments

Photos




Master Bed RoomRoom

Location SE corner 1st floor



Floor X Satisfactory Marginal Poor X Squeaks Slopes Tripping hazard

Ceiling fan None X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend repair/replace



Bedroom Egress restricted N/A Yes X No



Comments




Bed Room (2)Room

Location NE corner 1st floor










Comments




Bed Room (3)Room

Location North center 1st floor










Comments




BathroomBath

Location South center 1st floor

Sinks Faucet leaks: Yes X No Pipes leak: Yes X No

Tubs N/A Faucet leaks: Yes X No Pipes leak: Yes X No Not Visible

Showers N/A Faucet leaks: Yes X No Pipes leak: Yes X No Not Visible

Toilet Bowl loose: Yes X No Operable: X Yes No Cracked bowl Toilet leaks

Whirlpool Yes X No Operable: Yes No Not tested No access door GFCI: Yes X NoX GFCI Recommended

Shower/Tub area X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Rotted Floor

Shower/Tub Material X Ceramic/Plastic Fiberglass Masonite Other

Caulk/Grouting Needed N/A Yes X No

Drainage X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Water flow X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Moisture stains present Yes X No Walls Ceilings Cabinetry

Doors X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Window None X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Receptacles present X Yes No Operable: X Yes No

GFCI Yes X No Operable: Yes No X Recommend GFCI

Open ground/Reverse polarity Yes X No Potential Safety Hazard

Heat source present X Yes No

Exhaust fan X Yes No Operable: X Yes No Noisy

Comments Recommend venting exhaust fan to exterior Recommend GFCI outlet in bathroom.

Photos




BasementStairs

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Typical wear and tear Need repair Risers UnevenSafety Hazard

Handrail X Yes No Condition: X Satisfactory Loose Handrail/Railing/Balusters recommended

Headway over stairs Satisfactory X Low clearance Safety hazard

Comments Low Head Clearance at Bottom of Stairs Recommend at least 6'8".

Photos

Foundation

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Have evaluated Monitor X Not Visible

Material ICF Brick Concrete block Stone Masonry X Poured concrete wood

Horizontal cracks None North South East West X Not Visible

Step cracks None North South East West X Not Visible

Vertical cracks None North South East West X Not Visible

Covered walls None X North X South X East X West

Movement apparent X None North South East West

Indication of moisture Yes X No Fresh Old stains

Comments Foundation walls were covered with paneling/drywall and were not visible or able to be inspected.

Floor

Material X Concrete Dirt/Gravel X Not Visible Other

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Typical cracks X Not Visible

Comments Concrete floor covered with tile and not visible. Could not inspect for cracks.

Seismic bolts

X N/A None visible

Condition Appear satisfactory Recommend evaluation

Comments

Drainage

Sump pump X Yes No X Working Not working Needs cleaning Pump not tested

Floor drains Yes X None Visible Drains not tested

Comments Two sumps in same hole




BasementDrainage cont.

Girders/Beams

Not Visible

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Stained/Rusted

Material Steel X Wood Concrete LVL Not Visible

Comments Can only view in southeast room. Tile ceiling elsewhere.

Columns

X Not Visible

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Stained/Rusted

Material X Steel Wood Concrete Block Not Visible

Comments Can only view one in southeast room.

Joists

Not Visible


Material X Wood Steel Truss Not Visible 2x8 X 2x10 2x12 Engineered I-TypeSagging/altered joists

Comments

Subfloor

X No Subfloor Has Subfloor

Condition Satisfactory Marginal Poor Indication of moisture stains/rotting

Comments




PlumbingWater service

Main shut-off location Bsmt closet Public Water Supply X Private Well Supply

Water entry piping Not Visible Copper/Galv. X PVC Plastic CPVC Plastic Polybutylene PlasticPEX Plastic Lead Polyethylene

Lead other than solder joints Yes X No Unknown Service entry

Visible water distribution piping X Copper Galvanized PVC Plastic CPVC Plastic Polybutylene PlasticPEX Plastic Other


Flow X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Water pressure over 80 psi Recommend plumber evaluateRecommend pressure regulator

Pipes Supply/Drain Corroded Leaking Valves broken/missing Dissimilar metalCross connection: Yes X No Safety Hazard Recommend repair

Recommend a dielectric union X Satisfactory

Drain/Waste/Vent pipe Copper X Cast iron Galvanized PVC ABS Brass

Condition Satisfactory X Marginal Poor

Support/Insulation N/AType: Metal strapping

Traps proper P-Type X Yes No P-traps recommended

Drainage X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Interior fuel storage system N/A Yes X No Leaking: Yes No

Fuel line N/A Copper Brass X Black iron Stainless steel CSST Not Visible GalvanizedRecommend CSST be properly bonded

Condition X Satisfactory Marginal Poor Recommend plumber evaluate

Comments Cast iron pipe is 50 + years old and nearing end of life. Starting to flake on bottom.

Photos

Main fuel shut-off location

N/A

Location Outside NE corner

Comments Gas meter on exterior of home.




PlumbingWell pump

N/A

Type X Submersible In basement Well house Well pit Shared well

Pressure gauge operable X Yes No Well pressure: 40-60 psi Not Visible

Comments

Sanitary/Grinder pump

X N/A Operable: Yes No

Sealed Crock Sealed crock: Yes No

Check Valve Check valve: Yes No

Shut-off Valve Shut-off valve: Yes No

Vented Yes No

Comments

Water heater #1

N/A

General Brand Name: American Serial #: 123456Capacity: 50 Approx. age: 19

Type X Gas Electric Oil LP Other

Combustion air venting present X Yes No N/A

Seismic restraints needed X N/A Yes No

Pressure Relief valve X Yes NoExtension proper: Yes X No Missing Recommend repair Improper material

Cold Water Shuttoff Valve Yes X No

Vent pipe N/A X Satisfactory Pitch proper Improper Rusted Recommend repair


Comments Temperature-Pressure relief valve extension should be 4"-6" off of the floor - this is a Safety Concern. There should be a shut-off valve on cold water supply line for emergencies.

Photos




Plumbing

Water softener

None

Loop installed Yes X No

Plumbing hooked up X Yes No

Plumbing leaking Yes X No

Comments Corrosion on water valves.

Photos

Corrosion on valves.




Heating SystemHeating System Home

Unit #1 Brand name: Sears Approx. age: 5

Unknown Model #: 23A5664 Serial #: 45AF673-3 Satisfactory X Marginal PoorRecommended HVAC technician examine Location: West wall

Energy source X Gas LP Oil Electric Solid fuel

Ignition Source Within 18" of floor No X Yes

Warm air system Belt drive Direct drive Gravity Central system X Floor/wall furnace

Heat exchanger N/A Sealed Not Visible X Visual w/mirror Flame distortion RustedCarbon/soot buildup

Carbon monoxide X Not Detected Detected at plenum Detected at register Not tested

CO test Tester: Tiff 8900

Combustion air venting present N/A X Yes No

Controls Disconnect: X Yes No X Normal operating and safety controls observedGas shut off valve: X Yes No

Distribution X Metal duct Insulated flex duct Cold air returns Duct board Asbestos-like wrapSafety Hazard

Flue piping N/A X Satisfactory Rusted Improper slope Safety hazard Recommend repair/replace

Filter Standard Electrostatic Satisfactory Needs cleaning/replacement MissingElectronic (not tested) X None Required

When turned on by thermostat X Fired Did not fire Proper operation: X Yes No Not tested

Heat pump X N/A Supplemental electric Supplemental gas

Sub-slab ducts X N/A Satisfactory Marginal Poor Water/Sand Observed: Yes No

System not operated due to X N/A Exterior temperature Other

Comments Recommend no ignition source within 18" of floor in a garage unless it is of a Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant (FVIR) DESIGN.

Heating System Garage

Unit #1 Brand name: Sears Approx. age: 15-20+

Unknown Model #: 45F5664A-0 Serial #: 345123 Satisfactory X Marginal PoorRecommended HVAC technician examine Location: Basement

Energy source X Gas LP Oil Electric Solid fuel

Warm air system Belt drive X Direct drive Gravity X Central system Floor/wall furnace

Heat exchanger N/A Sealed Not Visible X Visual w/mirror Flame distortion RustedCarbon/soot buildup

Carbon monoxide X Not Detected Detected at plenum Detected at register Not tested

CO test Tester: Tiff 8900

Combustion air venting present N/A X Yes No

Controls Disconnect: X Yes No X Normal operating and safety controls observedGas shut off valve: X Yes No

Distribution X Metal duct Insulated flex duct X Cold air returns Duct board Asbestos-like wrapSafety Hazard




Heating SystemHeating System Garage cont.

Flue piping N/A X Satisfactory Rusted Improper slope Safety hazard Recommend repair/replace

Filter X Standard Electrostatic Satisfactory Needs cleaning/replacement MissingElectronic (not tested)

When turned on by thermostat X Fired Did not fire Proper operation: X Yes No Not tested

Heat pump X N/A Supplemental electric Supplemental gas

Sub-slab ducts X N/A Satisfactory Marginal Poor Water/Sand Observed: Yes No

System not operated due to X N/A Exterior temperature Other

Comments Furnace nearing end of life




Electric/Cooling SystemMain panel

Location Panel located in laundry room in basement, inside cabinet.

Condition X Satisfactory Poor

Adequate Clearance to Panel Yes X No

Amperage/Voltage Unknown 60a X 100a 150a 200a 400a X 120v/240v

Breakers/Fuses Breakers X Fuses

Appears grounded X Yes No X Not Visible

GFCI breaker Yes X No Operable: Yes No Not Tested

AFCI breaker Yes X No Operable: Yes No Not Tested

Main wire X Copper Aluminum Not Visible Double tapping of the main wireCondition: X Satisfactory Marginal Poor

Branch wire X Copper Aluminum Solid Branch Aluminum Wiring Not Visible Safety Hazard

Branch wire condition X Satisfactory Poor Recommend electrician evaluate/repair X Romex BX cableConduit Knob/Tube Double tapping Wires undersized/oversized breaker/fusePanel not accessible Not evaluated

Reason:

Comments Panel appears to be grounded at meter box with ground rod. Not visible, in conduit. Panel was full and may need to be upgraded for future needs.

Photos

Panel inside left cabinet.

Sub panel(s)

None apparent

Location(s) Location 1: Garage, East wall next to door.

Panel Accessible X Yes NoReason Not:

Recommend separating/isolating neutrals Recommend electrician repair/evaluate box

Branch wire X Copper Aluminum Safety hazard Neutral/ground separated: X Yes NoNeutral isolated: X Yes No

Condition Satisfactory Marginal X Poor Not Evaluated

Comments Recommending grounding by qualified electrician. Safety hazard.

Photos




Electric/Cooling System

Evaporator Coil Section Unit #1

N/A

General X Central system Wall unitLocation: In the basement , at bottom of stairs.

Age: 20-25+ Serial #: Not visible

Evaporator coil X Not Visible Needs cleaning Damaged

Refrigerant lines Leak/Oil present Damage Insulation missing X Satisfactory

Condensate line/drain To exterior To pump Floor drain X Sump

Secondary condensate line/drain Present: Yes X No Needed: Yes X No Primary pan appears cloggedRecommend technician evaluate

Operation Differential: 16

Condition Satisfactory X Marginal Poor Recommend HVAC technician examine/clean/serviceNot operated due to exterior temperature

Comments AC nearing end of life


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