MHI Services Inc. Property Inspection Report

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1 Cover Page MHI Services Inc. Property Inspection Report 333 Some place Ave, Some Place OR, Inspection prepared for: SAMPLE REPORT & SAMPLE REPORT Inspection Date: 3/29/2009 Time: 8AM Age: 9 YEARS Size: 3400 SQ FT Weather: Rain/56 Degrees Inspector: Rick Martin License # ochi#1294 agg#ag-l cpa Windy Ridge DrSt Helens, OR, Phone: Fax: mhiservices@comcast.net

2 Report Summary Report Summary The summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safety hazard, a deficiency requiring a major expenses to correct or items I would like to draw extra attention to. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects the opinion of the inspector. Please review all of the pages of the report as the summary alone does not explain all the issues. All repairs must be done by a licensed &bonded trade or profession. I recommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done. Interior Areas Page 3 Item: 9 Fireplace visible soot like material was noted on glass. this could indicate possible venting or other conditions present recommend contractor to evaluate Page 4 Item: 14 Smoke Detectors Noted smoke detector down stairs disconnected from base and hanging from wires.this is a safety issue and needs to be corrected as soon as possible. Bathroom Page 8 Item: 6 Electrical exposed wires missing j-box cover Page 9 Item: 14 Showers shower enclosure glass loose in frame recommend repair or replace by a qualified person Water Heater Page 18 Item: 5 Heater Enclosure deteriorated metal Garage Page 21 Item: 13 Fire Door did not self close/latch Attic Page 25 Item: 5 Exhaust Vent terminates in the attic recommend a licensed contractor evaluate Exterior Areas Page 26 Item: 4 Siding Condition earth to wood contact Grounds Page 29 Item: 6 Stairs & Handrail recommend hand rails Page 31 Item: 16 Water Shut-off Valve Condition corrosion present visible leaking Page 1 of 36

3 Interior Areas The Interior section covers areas of the house that are not considered part of the Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Kitchen or areas covered elsewhere in the report. Interior areas usually consist of hallways, foyer, and other open areas. Within these areas the inspector is performing a visual inspection and will report visible damage, wear and tear, and moisture problems if seen. Personal items in the structure may prevent the inspector from viewing all areas on the interior. The inspector does not usually test for mold or other hazardous materials. A qualified expert should be consulted if you would like further testing. 1. Bar 2. Cabinets 3. Ceiling Fans 4. Ceiling Condition 5. Closets 6. Door Bell 7. Doors 8. Electrical operated Materials: drywall Interior settlement cracking is common in most all structures. adequate closet storage operated normal operation noted. All doors that were accessable at the time of the inspection were operated. All accessable light fixtures,electrical outlets and wall switches were inspected. Page 2 of 36

4 9. Fireplace Materials: Living Room Materials: prefabricated gas only visible soot like material was noted on glass. this could indicate possible venting or other conditions present recommend contractor to evaluate 10. Floor Condition 11. Security Bars Materials: carpet tile normal wear Interior Areas Fireplace 12. Sliding Doors 13. Screen Doors 14. Smoke Detectors operated Noted smoke detector down stairs disconnected from base and hanging from wires.this is a safety issue and needs to be corrected as soon as possible. Page 3 of 36

5 15. Stairs & Handrail Interior Areas Smoke Detectors 16. Wall Condition 17. Window-Wall AC or Heat see HVAC page 18. Window Condition Materials: drywall small holes noted in sheetrock wall material. not a major condition but should be repaired by a qualified person. Materials: vinyl sliding glass door present All windows accessable at the time of the inspection were operated Page 4 of 36

6 Bedrooms The main area of inspection in the bedrooms is the structural system. This means that all walls, ceilings and floors will be inspected. Doors and windows will also be investigated for damage and normal operation. Personal items in the bedroom may prevent all areas to be inspected as the inspector will not move personal items. 1. Locations Locations: Master#1 main living level down stairs north end down stairs south end 2. Bar 3. Cabinets 4. Ceiling Condition 5. Ceiling Fans 6. Closets 7. Doors Materials: drywall normal settlement cracks adequate closet space 8. Electrical 9. Fireplace 10. Floor Condition Materials: carpet normal wear Page 5 of 36

7 11. Security Bars 12. Sliding Doors 13. Screen Doors 14. Smoke Detectors operated 15. Wall Condition Materials: drywall small cracking 16. Window-Wall AC or Heat see HVAC page 17. Window Condition Materials: vinyl Page 6 of 36

8 Bathroom Bathrooms can consist of many features from jacuzzi tubs and showers to toilets and bidets. Because of all the plumbing involved it is an important area of the house to look over. Moisture in the air and leaks can cause mildew, wallpaper and paint to peel, and other problems. The home inspector will identify as many issues as possible but some problems may be undetectable due to problems within the walls or under the flooring.. 1. Locations 2. Cabinets damaged/missing wood between cabinet drawers 3. Ceiling Condition 4. Counters 5. Doors 6. Electrical Materials: drywall normal wear pocket door present exposed wires missing j-box cover Bathroom Cabinets Page 7 of 36

9 7. GFCI 8. Exhaust Fan test operated operated Bathroom Electrical 9. Floor Condition 10. Heating 11. Mirrors 12. Plumbing 13. Security Bars Materials: vinyl normal wear see HVAC page sink fixtures tested toilet fixture tested Page 8 of 36

10 14. Showers shower enclosure glass loose in frame recommend repair or replace by a qualified person 15. Shower Walls 16. Bath Tubs normal wear 17. Enclosure Bathroom Showers jetted tub present/did not test recommend testing for correct operation before closing stopper did not operate 18. Sinks 19. Toilets sink slow to drain sink fixture tested Page 9 of 36

11 20. Wall Condition Materials: drywall 21. Window Condition Materials: vinyl Page 10 of 36

12 Kitchen The kitchen is used for food preparation and often for entertainment. Kitchens typically include a stove, dishwasher, sink and other appliances. 1. Cabinets 2. Ceiling Condition 3. Counters 4. Dishwasher 5. Doors Materials: drywall normal wear operated 6. Electrical 7. GFCI 8. Floor Condition 9. Garbage Disposal 10. Microwave test operated Materials: hardwood type normal wear normal wear operated operated 11. Cook top condition gas Page 11 of 36

13 12. Oven & Range 13. Plumbing operated gas self cleaning/did not test 14. Security Bars 15. Sinks 16. Drinking Fountain 17. Spray Wand operated 18. Hot Water Dispenser 19. Soap Dispenser 20. Sliding Doors 21. Screen Doors 22. Trash Compactor Page 12 of 36

14 23. Vent Condition 24. Wall Condition Materials: down draft venting present operated noisy unit Materials: drywall 25. Window Condition Materials: vinyl Page 13 of 36

15 1. Locations 2. Cabinets Materials: seperate room Laundry doors did not close completely 3. Counters 4. Ceiling Condition normal wear Materials: drywall Laundry Cabinets 5. Dryer Vent 6. Electrical 7. GFCI 8. Exhaust Fan dryer vents to the outdoors dryer electrical plug is 4 prong test operated Page 14 of 36

16 9. Doors 10. Floor Condition 11. Gas Valves 12. Plumbing 13. Wall Condition 14. Wash Basin Materials: vinyl normal wear gas line capped worn fixtures Materials: drywall 15. Window Condition 16. Security Bars Materials: vinyl Page 15 of 36

17 Heat/AC The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and cooling system (often referred to as HVAC) is the climate control system for the structure. The goal of these systems is to keep the occupants at a comfortable level while maintaining indoor air quality, ventilation while keeping maintenance costs at a minimum. The HVAC system is usually powered by electricity and natural gas, but can also be powered by other sources such as butane, oil, propane, solar panels, or wood. The inspector will usually test the heating and air conditioner using the thermostat or other controls. For a more thorough investigation of the system please contact a licensed HVAC service person. 1. Heater Condition Materials: garage Materials: gas operated Limited Inspection Only recommend servicing once a year or as per manufacture recommends 2. Heater Base 3. Enclosure 4. Gas Valves 5. Thermostats present 6. Venting 7. Filters 8. Air Supply Materials: above heating unit recommend replacing filter twice a year or as per manufacturer recommendation Page 16 of 36

18 9. Registers 10. Refrigerant Lines could not fully inspect condensation drain line terminates under house 11. AC Compress Condition Materials: electric Materials: exterior north operated recommend service Page 17 of 36

19 1. Base 2. Combusion deteriorated Water Heater 3. Water Heater Condition Materials: gas Materials: garage operated deteriorated unit evidence of leaking 4. Number Of Gallons 75 gallons Water Heater Water Heater Condition 5. Heater Enclosure 6. Gas Valve rusted metal deteriorated metal present 7. Overflow Condition Materials: plastic dose not extend to exterior Page 18 of 36

20 8. Plumbing 9. Strapping 10. TPRV Materials: galvanized PVC using plumbers tape braced tprv present/did not test 11. Venting Page 19 of 36

21 1. Cabinets 2. Counters 3. Electrical 4. GFCI Volt test operated Garage 6. Flooring Condition Materials: CONCRETE cracking 7. Garage Door Condition Materials: hinged door AUTO REVERSE FUNCTIONING auto reverse photo eyes functioning 8. Garage Door Parts recommend lubrication 9. Garage Opener Status operated 10. Garage Door's Reverse Status operated eye beam system present 11. Roof Condition Materials: same as the main structure Materials: asphalt shingles Page 20 of 36

22 12. Exterior Door 13. Fire Door 14. Rafters & Ceiling 15. Wash Basin damaged pet door present did not self close/latch not for heavy storage 16. Walls 17. Anchor Bolts present 18. Vent Screens 19. Windows Page 21 of 36

23 1. Electrical Panel 2. Main Amp Breaker Electrical Materials: north side Exterior of structure Materials: laundry romex wiring present 200 amp 3. Breakers in off position 1 4. Breakers 5. Fuses 6. Cable Feeds Electrical Breakers in off position Materials: copper GFCI Breaker Present underground 7. Main Gas Valve Condition Materials: north side natural gas Page 22 of 36

24 1. Roof Condition Roof Materials: same as main structure Materials: asphalt shingles deflection note on roof,with closer inspection it appears to be cosmetic 2. Chimney 3. Flashing 4. Gutter 5. Sky Lights 6. Spark Arrestor 7. Vent Caps present Roof Roof Condition Page 23 of 36

25 1. Access Attic attic access located in master bedroom closet 2. Chimney 3. Duct Work 4. Electrical Attic Access 5. Exhaust Vent damaged flex vent terminates in the attic recommend a licensed contractor evaluate Page 24 of 36

26 6. Insulation Condition Materials: loose fill cotton Depth: Attic Plumbing Attic Exhaust Vent 8. Structure 9. Ventilation 10. Vent Screens deflection noted on roof with closer inspection deflection appears cosmetic could not access all areas soffit vents present roof venting present Page 25 of 36

27 1. Doors 2. Eaves & Facia 3. Exterior Paint freshly painted new paint present Exterior Areas 4. Siding Condition Materials: cement hardy plank earth to wood contact wood in contact the ground can cause wood rot and attracted wood destroying insects. earth to wood contact 5. Stucco 6. Window Condition Exterior Areas Siding Condition Page 26 of 36

28 1. Slab Foundation Foundation concrete slab only cracking small Raised Foundation In Areas 2. Foundation Perimeter partially visible 3. Ventilation 4. Vent Screens 5. Access Panel 6. Post and Girders 7. Sub Flooring 8. Foundation Walls 9. Cripple Walls 10. Anchor Bolts 11. Chimney Hearth plywood subflooring hairline cracking ---normal present Page 27 of 36

29 12. Foundation Electrical 13. Foundation Plumbing main access sewer clean out located in crawl space 14. Ducting Foundation Foundation Plumbing Page 28 of 36

30 1. Driveway and Walkway Condition Materials: concrete Grounds 2. Patio and Porch Condition Materials: same as main structure 3. Balcony 4. Patio Enclosure 5. Patio and Porch Deck weathered deck 6. Stairs & Handrail loose railing recommend hand rails 7. Grounds Electrical Grounds Stairs & Handrail Grounds Stairs & Handrail Page 29 of 36

31 8. GFCI 9. Fence Condition test operated Materials: wood earth to wood contact deteriorated wood weathered 10. Gate Condition 11. Grading 12. Plumbing 13. Sprinklers 14. Water Pressure Materials: wood chain link Grounds Fence Condition Materials: galvanized PVC on timers consult owner did not operate 75 psi +/- Page 30 of 36

32 15. Pressure Regulator present 16. Water Shut-off Valve Condition Materials: crawl space recommend plumber to evaluate corrosion present visible leaking Page 31 of 36

33 1. Air Booster Pump 2. Deck Condition Pool 3. Electrical 4. GFCI 5. Gate & Fence Condition 6. Filter 7. Skimmer and Basket 8. Pool Heater Condition 9. Lights 10. Pressure Gauge 11. Pumps 12. Jets Page 32 of 36

34 13. Structure Condition 14. Tile 15. Timer 16. Water Condition 17. Water Fill Unit Page 33 of 36

35 1. findings pest and dry rot evaluation Page 34 of 36

36 Photos deflection note on roof,with closer inspection it appears to be cosmetic Limited Inspection Only Page 35 of 36

37 Residential Earthquake Hazards Report Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know 1. Is the water heater braced, strapped, or anchored to resist falling during an earthquake? 2. Is the house anchored or bolted to the foundation? 3. If the house has cripple walls: a. Are the exterior cripple walls braced? Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No N/A Don't Know Yes No Don't Know Yes No Don't Know b. If the exterior foundation consists of unconnected concrete piers and posts, have they been strengthened? 4. If the exterior foundation, or part of it, is made of unreinforced masonry, has it been strengthened? 5. If the house is built on a hillside: a. Are the exterior tall foundation walls braced? b. Were the tall posts or columns either built to resist earthquakes or have they been strengthened? 6. If the exterior walls of the house, or part of them, are made of unreinforced masonry, have they been strengthened? 7. If the house has a living area over the garage, was the wall around the garage dooropening either built to resist earthquakes or has it been strengthened? 8. Is the house outside an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone (zones immediately surrounding known earthquake faults)? 9. Is the house outside a Seismic Hazard Zone (zone identified as susceptible to liquefication or landsliding)? EECUTED BY: (Seller) (Seller) Date I acknowledge receipt of this form, completed and signed by the seller. I understand that if the seller has answered No to one or more questions, or if seller has indicated a lack of knowledge, there may be one or more earthquake weaknesses in this house. (Buyer) (Buyer) Date Page 36 of 36