BISHOP HOME INSPECTIONS, LLC. Phone (269) 686-6485 / Fax (269) 686-7798 email: bishophomeinspection@charter.net / Website: bishophomeinspection.com Inspection address: 123 rth Street Client name: Gerald Wilson Phone #: Email address: Inspection Type Structural & Mechanical Single Family Multiple Family Radon Total PAID Duplex Condo Date of Inspection: 8-3-05 TIME: 4:30 PM Estimated Year Built: 1948 Buyers Realtor: Sellers Realtor: Client Present: Property Occupied: YES YES Weather Conditions: Sunny Temperature: 92 degrees NO NO * The Term "FUNCTIONAL" is defined as: Performing or able to perform a regular function for its age. Windows and Electrical Outlets are checked by random sample. is defined as t Applicable. #2005-0001 PAGE 1 of 20
TABLE OF CONTENTS SHEET 1 COVER 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 REPORT SUMMARY 4 ROOF 5 EXTERIOR 6 EXTERIOR PICS 7 GARAGE 8 ELECTRICAL 9 WATER HEATER 10 PLUMBING 11 HEATING AND COOLING 12 BASEMENT / CRAWLSPACE 13 BASEMENT / CRAWLSPACE 14 INTERIOR 15 KITCHEN 16 BATHROOM #1 17 BATHROOM #2 18 BATHROOM #3 19 BEDROOM(S) 20 ATTIC PAGE 2 of 20
SUMMARY OF "MAJOR" DEFICIENCIES This is a list of item(s) that may have significant cost. Evaluation by a specialist is recommended on the following items: SUMMARY OF "MINOR" DEFICIENCIES This is a list of items that do not need immediate correction but are recommended to be corrected in the future. SUMMARY OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ITEMS This is a list of some items that should be monitored and maintained. PAGE 3 of 20
ROOF Accesability Walked View from ground Snow covered Roofing Material Asphalt Shingle Rolled Asphalt Cedar Shake Metal Number of Visible Layers: Roof condition 2 Layers Chimney cap hole needs proper sealing. Roof Vents Ridge Roof Gable Turbine ne Gutter brace needs painting. Plumbing Vents Existence Chimney Brick Metal Block Siding/Framed Stone Chimney Cap Chimney Cover Chimney Flashing *Flues should be inspected annually by a professional chimney inspector. The chimney inspector uses special lighting and video cameras to view the interior liner of the fireplace. Skylights Service line Cover Flashing Roof Drainage / Gutters Downspout / Extensions Flashing 1) The chimney cap, located on the single story, has some cracks and a hole in the corner. It is recommended to have these areas sealed with proper sealant to prevent deterioration of chimey. 2) The gutter system near the patio area is missing a piece of down spout. 3) The roof peak area where family room and garage meet, has a missing piece of siding and should be replaced. 4) There is a non-treated board being used as a brace for the gutter above the kitchen window. 5) On south side of single story chimney, there is daylight in the attic which can be corrected by properly sealing a couple gaps where the flashing pieces overlap against the chimney. PAGE 4 of 20
Foundation Poured Concrete Cinder Block Stone Slab Limited view EXTERIOR Kickplate(s) Wet Rot Metal Brick Cement Stucco ne Siding Deck(s) Aluminum Brick Porch(s) Stucco* Soffit / Facia Vented Soffit Aluminum Steps Railing(s) Window(s) Viewed from outside Patio(s) Door(s) Water Spiket(s) Hatchway(s) t tested due to freezing conditions Electric Retaining Wall(s) GFIC Existence Standard Receptacle 2 Prong Reveptacle Crawl space vent(s) Driveway / Walkway Vegetation / Grading / Drainage *Stucco is a southern climate siding. It should be checked by a Stucco siding expert. 1) There is Mold/Mildew at base of front side of house. Keep this clean of mold and mildew. 2) Keep stucco siding cracks sealed with proper sealant. 3) The kickplate area located at the side entrance door should be attached and sealed to prevent wet rot behind that area. 4) Kitchen window exterior upper trim piece is cracked and wet rot. Recommend replacing. PAGE 5 of 20
EXTERIOR PICS Missing piece of siding Missing gutter downspout Mold and Mildew on stucco Loose kickplate area at side door. Wet rot above kitchen window PAGE 6 of 20
GARAGE Attached Detached Carport ne Siding Aluminum Roof Material Asphalt Shingle Rolled Asphalt Ceadar Shake Brick Stucco* Metal Overhead Door Manual Auto Reverse Mechanism Safety eyes Service Door Interior Door Floor Garage Electrical Service Yes Service Panel GFIC Existence 1) LP furnace in garage. I did not run this unit due to temperature in garage being minimum 100 degrees. Sears Furnace Serial # H43447607 Model # 867-721311 MFR # SWLCA30AD02 Furnace age is prior to 1982. PAGE 7 of 20
ELECTRICAL Panel Accessible Wire type Romex BX Knob & Tube Solid Branch Aluminum Panel t Accessible Service Size Amp 100 Volts 110 220 Fuses Circuit Breakers GFIC at Panel Double Tapping GFIC outlet Location of Main Disconnect: Basement Panel Service Ground(s) 1) Missing knockout and knockout connector. 2) There is sheathing on a romex wire that needs to be trimmed back. 3) Unused breakers should have breaker covers. 4) Loose unused(?) wires should be capped off. Loose sheathing. Missing knockout Loose wires Unused breakers Loose wires in upstairs bedroom attic area. PAGE 8 of 20
WATER HEATER Manufacturer: RICHMOND Capacity: 40 GALLON Vent System: SELF DRAFT Model number: 5V40-7P Serial number: RMLP0800L25754 Electric Gas Pressure Releif Valve Pressure Relief Valve Extension 1) Water heater age is year 2000. PAGE 9 of 20
Water On Water Off PLUMBING Water Supply System: Drain / Waste System: Public Private Unknown Public Private Unknown Water Line Material: Copper Galvanized Plastic Drain Line Material: Copper Galvanized Plastic Unknown Unknown Limited View Limited View Sump Pump: Issue(s) t Tested Water Pressure Poor Main Shut Off: Location: 2 Shut-offs located after pressure tank in water softener room. (Water pressure test method: 3 Bathroom fixtures are run simultaneously) 1) Electrical wire running from fuse box to pump connection should be properly mounted. 2) BX wire sheathing should be trimmed in sub-panel fuse box. Loose wire in water softener room Loose BX sheathing Shut offs PAGE 10 of 20
HEATING / COOLING Heating Operational Type: Fraser-Johnston Model # PCLU-LD14N100A Serial # ELFM366558 Natural Gas Propane Oil Electric t Operational Oil / Gas / Water / Steam / Electrical Connections Corrision Emergency Shut Off Blower Funtional Venting System Intake / Exhaust Pipe Flues / Chimneys Stove Gas Damper Firebrick Mortar Limited view Limited view Limited View 1) Electric baseboard heaters in upstairs bedrooms functioned properly. 2) Small filaments(?) in burner assembly area were resulting in tiny embers on wall in burner assembly area. 3) Did not test wood stove. 4) Furnace model manufactured in 1997. 5) Electrical outlet on furnace where condensation pump plugs in shows results of having hot/neutral wires reversed. 6) HVAC filter needs to be changed. COOLING Tested t Tested (Outside temperature was below 65 degrees) Type: Fraser-Johnston Model # HABAP0423A Serial # WEFP008608 Refrigerant and Electrical Connections Funtional Outstanding noises / vibrations from compressor Exterior Unit on functional footing Yes Yes Comments 1) Model # and Serial # were very faded and hard to read. 2) A/C model manufactured in 1997. PAGE 11 of 20
Basement Crawlspace Slab Finished Basement / Crawlspace Unfinished Observation Method: Walked and crawled Ceiling/Floor Joist/Truss System/Carrying Beam/Box and Sill Board Open Inaccessible in certain areas / Limited view Finished Ceiling Floor Cement Covered Floor Windows Doors / Hatchway Foundation Vents Water Damage Dry at time of Inspection Stains Crack(s) / Settlements viewable major stuctural damage Typical for Age Limited View Vertical Post Limited View Metal Floor Drain(s) Water Observed in drain Electrical Crawl space access Smoke Detector(s) existence 1) At bottom of stairs the first light switch did not seem to operate anything. 2) One outlet cover missing. outlet cover *Water problems: Most often these problems are seasonal and sporadic. These can be very difficult or impossible to discover if not actually occuring at the time of the inspection. This is particularly the case with older homes with old stains. PAGE 12 of 20
Basement / Crawlspace PICS Outlet cover missing Switch on left does not function anything. PAGE 13 of 20
Wall / Ceiling Material Drywall Plaster Paneling Tile INTERIOR Flooring Electrical Window(s) Door(s) Steps Carpet Tile Railing(s) Closet(s) Smoke Detector(s) existence 1) In family room near side door, the electrical outlet did not function. 2) To the right of the wood stove the window slide-guide is missing on the left window. Window slide guide missing *Windows and receptacles are checked by a random sample. PAGE 14 of 20
Sink(s) KITCHEN Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Sprayer Drinking Water Tap Garbage Disposal Shut Off(s) Leak(s) Yes Yes Electrical Outlet(s) GFIC existence Funtional Tester shows open ground Refrigerator Water Line Water Shut off valve Dishwasher Water Shut off valve Stove Exhaust Fan Flooring Carpet Tile Kitchen Doors/Drawers/Cabinets Countertops Window(s) * We do not check the Water Shut Off(s) for function. 1) Left handle crank is stripped. 2) Open ground result on outlet across from sink. 3) Light above sink not functioning. 4) Reverse osmosis system under sink. 5) GFIC receptacles. Reverse Osmosis system PAGE 15 of 20
Bathtub Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Shower Valve Drain Stopper Enclosure / Stall BATHROOM #1 Main Floor Family Room Shower Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Enclosure / Stall Sink(s) Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Drain Stopper Water shut off(s) Yes Vent / Fan Window(s) Flooring Tile Toilet Water shut off Yes Secure Outlet(s) GFIC existance Light(s) Heat Source Heat source Closet(s) Closet Light(s) * We do not check the Water Shut Off(s) for function. GFIC receptacles. PAGE 16 of 20
BATHROOM #2 Bathtub Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Shower Valve Drain Stopper Enclosure / Stall Shower Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Enclosure / Stall Sink(s) Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Drain Stopper Water shut off(s) Yes Vent / Fan Window(s) Flooring Tile Toilet Shut offs Yes Secure Outlet(s) GFIC Light(s) Heat Source Closet(s) Closet Light * We do not check the Water Shut Off(s) for function. 1) Caulk seal along tub is loose. 2) GFIC receptacles. 3) Tub drain stopper did not function. PAGE 17 of 20
Bathtub Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Shower Valve Drain Stopper Enclosure / Stall BATHROOM #3 Shower Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Enclosure / Stall Sink(s) Drain Cold Supply Hot Supply Drain Stopper Water shut off(s) Yes Vent / Fan Window(s) Flooring Tile Toilet Shut offs Yes Secure Outlet(s) GFIC Light(s) Heat Source Closet(s) Closet Light * We do not check the Water Shut Off(s) for function. PAGE 18 of 20
BEDROOM 1 Smoke Detector(s) existence Flooring Capet Hardwood Tile Electrical BEDROOM(s) Window(s) BEDROOM 2 Left of stairway Smoke Detector(s) existence Flooring Capet Hardwood Tile Electrical Window(s) BEDROOM 3 Right of stairway Smoke Detector(s) existence Flooring Capet Hardwood Tile Electrical Funtional Window(s) Funtional BEDROOM 4 Smoke Detector(s) existence Flooring Capet Hardwood Tile Electrical Window(s) 1) Bedroom 1, three prong outlet shows results of open ground. 2) Bedroom 1, two prong outlet in closet does not function. 3) Bedroom to the left of the stairway. Closet has loose wires. These should be secured properly. The light is too close to insulation. *Smoke detectors are inspected for presence not for function. PAGE 19 of 20
Access Partial Access View from opening - Head and Shoulders Walk in Access ATTIC Insulation in finished spaces Approximate Insulation thickness 4 inch rolls on ceiling and some walls. Insulation Type Blown Rolled Insulation in un-finished spaces Roof Framing Truss System 2 x Rafter System Any signs of added Deflection Bracing Limited View Vent shute existence Limited View Stains Active Dormant ne Limited View 1) The garage has pull down stairs to access attic above single story area. 2) The access for 2nd story attic is located in upstairs hallway. 3) The stains in attic around chimney apear to be dry and dormant. 4) The Roof has been recently shingled over. PAGE 20 of 20