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11 West Market St , Hyde Park, NY 12538 Inspection prepared for: Tricia and Arthur Parent Date of Inspection: 2/21/2016 Time: 1:00 pm Age of Home: Built in 1900 Size: 1,209 square feet Inspection # 160221b Inspector: Robert Boudreau Mold Assessment License #00066 90 Kipp Road , Staatsburg, NY 12580 Phone: 845-514-4362 Fax: Email: [email protected] www.PoughkeepsieHomeInspection.com
Acadian Home Inspection
11 West Market St , Hyde Park, NY
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 and bonded trade or profession. I recommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done. Basement/Crawlspace Page 9 Item: 3 Structure / Framing • The sill beam is on an outward angle along the eastern wall this appears to be pushing the exterior wall which is indicated by bowing on the first floor wall behind the baseboard heat near the the stairs to the second floor. The eastern wall in the living room has a similar bow and a large depression in the floor which may indicate addition structural problems. This area is not accessible which would make further evaluation and repair more difficult. There are floor joists separating from the beam located behind the water heater. An additional support beam and posts is recommended. All of these structural concerns require further evaluation by a qualified contractor Master Bedroom Page 16 Item: 5 Master Bedroom • Outlet has an open ground Electrical Page 16 Item: 6 Master Bedroom • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended Smoke & C O Detectors Bedroom 2 Page 17 Item: 6 Smoke & C O • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended Detectors
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Introduction We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entire Inspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questions you may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are still available 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 inspection of 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; this report will focus on safety and function, not current code. This report identifies specific noncode, non-cosmetic concerns that the inspector feels may need further investigation or repair. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repair any critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommend that you or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately before closing to check the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. 1. General Comments Observations: • The home was older and may not meet many generally accepted current building standards. Older homes are inspected within the context of the time period in which they were built, taking into account the generally accepted building practices of that time period. The Inspection Report will comment on unsafe conditions, but problems will be described as defects at the Inspector’s discretion. Homes are not required to be constantly upgraded to comply with newly enacted building codes but are only required to comply with building codes or generally accepted standards which existed at the time of original construction.
Roof 1. Method of Inspection Walked the roof, Viewed from the ground with remote camera 2. Roof observations Materials: • Three tab asphalt shingles Age estimate: 15 + years Observations: • Ridge vent is present • Soffit vents are present • Gable vents are present • Cracked shingles • The roof appeared functional at the time of the inspection • Lichens are present - Moss and lichens are more than a cosmetic issue on many kinds of roofing materials - asphalt shingles, roll roofing, wood shingle roofs, wood shake roofs. By holding moisture against the roof surface lichens but more so moss speed the wear of the asphalt shingle surface in freezing climates by increasing frost damage to the mineral granule coating on the shingles. Consulting with a qualified contractor for removal recommendations is advised.
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Cracked shingles 3. Chimney Viewed from the roof Materials: • Brick and block • Tile flue Observations: • Loose mortar joints on the block chimney
Loose mortar joints on the block chimney 4. Flashing / Roof penetrations Type: • Metal plumbing vents • Aluminum flashing Observations: • Vent has potential for snow blockage • Flashing is functional
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Vent has potential for snow blockage
Exterior 1. Exterior Comments Observations: • For the purpose of this report the building faces south 2. Driveway Materials: Asphalt Observations: • The driveway is functional • Sunken areas with cracks and breaks
Sunken areas with cracks and breaks 3. Walkway Materials: • Concrete Observations: The walkway is functional
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4. Exterior doors Materials: • Wood Observations: • The doors are functional 5. Foundation / Stem wall Materials: • Poured Concrete an stone Observations: • See Basement / Crawlspace for further comment • The poured concrete does not extend below ground level in places. The visible stone can allow air drafts, moisture or vermin into the home
The poured concrete does not extend below ground level 6. Siding Material: • Vinyl Observations: • Siding in contact with the ground • Siding has holes
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Siding has holes
Siding has holes
Siding in contact with the ground 7. Trim,Soffit,Fascia Materials: Aluminum and vinyl Observations: • No defects were noted 8. Gutters Controlling water runoff from the roof is extremely important. Proper gutter installation and maintenance also has a significant impact on water damage to the building particularly the foundation and basement. Water should be diverted away from the structure using extensions on the downspouts. Gutters should always be clear of leaves and other debris, cleaning gutters should be part of an ongoing maintenance routine. Observations: • I Recommend installing gutters 9. Windows Materials: • Vinyl Observations: • Windows appear functional Page 6 of 19
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10. Landscaping / House contact Grade: • Lot grading and drainage have a significant impact on the building, simply because of the direct and indirect damage that moisture can have on the foundation. It is very important, therefore, that surface runoff water be adequately diverted away from the home. Lot grading should slope away and fall a minimum of one (1) inch every foot for a distance of six (6) feet around the perimeter of the building. • Large trees near the house have branches which overhang the home.. Significant weakening of large branches by conditions such as core decay may not be visible by persons without special training. Consider having these trees evaluated by a qualified arborist. Evaluating trees lies beyond the scope of the general Home Inspection. Observations: • Level grade. • Recommend additional backfill
Patio / Porch /Decks 1. Porch Structure Observations: • Framing is largely inaccessible, unable to fully evaluate 2. Porch Observations Observations: • The porch is in good condition • One window won't open
Garage 1. Garage Comments Observations: • 1 car • Detached • The garage had large amount of storage and personal items at the time of inspection. Limiting accessible area. 2. Garage Roof Covering Materials: • Three tab asphalt Approximate age: • 15+ years Observations: • The roof appears functional 3. Trim,Soffit,Fascia Materials: • Wood Observations: • Rotted trim
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Rotted trim 4. Siding Materials: Wood Observations: • Siding appears functional 5. Overhead doors Materials: Wood Doors Observations: • Door(s) are functional 6. Structure / Framing Observations: • No deficiencies were noted in the accessible areas 7. Garage Floor Materials: Concrete Observations: • Functional 8. Garage Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • Open junction box(es)
Basement/Crawlspace 1. Foundation Observations: • Foundation walls are stone • Pointing is recommended • Portions of the foundation is made of stacked stone with no mortar, overall this seems stable but there are areas where the stone is loose, Further evaluation by a qualified contractor is suggested.
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Pointing is recommended 2. Basement floor Observations: • Concrete floor 3. Structure / Framing Observations: • Wood support posts are present, replacement with cement filled steel (lally) columns is recommended • Damage caused by insects was noted further evaluation by a qualified pest control contractor is suggested • The sill beam is on an outward angle along the eastern wall this appears to be pushing the exterior wall which is indicated by bowing on the first floor wall behind the baseboard heat near the the stairs to the second floor. The eastern wall in the living room has a similar bow and a large depression in the floor which may indicate addition structural problems. This area is not accessible which would make further evaluation and repair more difficult. There are floor joists separating from the beam located behind the water heater. An additional support beam and posts is recommended. All of these structural concerns require further evaluation by a qualified contractor
Joist is separating
Joist is separating Page 9 of 19
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Bowed wall 4. Basement Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational
Electrical Electrical standards and codes have evolved over the years and home electrical systems and their components are required to comply only with codes which were in effect at the time the home was built or the additional work was performed. A Home Inspector’s concern with electrical systems is not code compliance but the degree to which the installed electrical system safely provides for the electrical requirements of the home. The home inspector’s concern will be commenting on safety and system defects, not code violations. Some conditions commented upon may not be code violations and some code violations may not be commented upon. If in the opinion of the Inspector, the installed electrical system or any of its components is failing or may fail to safely provide for the electrical requirements of the home, the Inspector will recommend evaluation and/or correction by a qualified electrical contractor. The General Home Inspection is a visual inspection and complies with the current Standards of practice of New York State 1. Service Drop Type/Locaton: Underground service lateral Observations: • The service-drop appeared to be in satisfactory condition at the time of the inspection.
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2. Main Panel Location: • The panel is located in the basement Manufacturer: • Manufactured by Square D Observations: • Main disconnect is present • The wiring within the panel appeared satisfactory - no deficiencies. • Rust / corrosion is present
Corrosion is present
Rust
3. Service Rating Amperage Rating: 100 AMPS 4. Service Grounding Comments: Copper Observations: • The main electrical service is grounded to the main water supply pipe.
HVAC 1. HVAC comments • Heating equipment gets used a lot, and they do experience soot and sediment buildup as well as mechanical wear and tear so Annual/Seasonal professional HVAC inspection and cleaning service contract is recommended.
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2. Heating System Description: • Gas fired • Hot Water Baseboard / Radiator • Manufactured by Utica Age: • 3 Years old Observations: • No deficiencies noted • According to the installed system gauge, boiler system pressure was within the typical safe design limits of 12 - 15 pounds per square inch (PSI) at the time of the inspection • According to the installed system gauge, the boiler system water temperature was within the acceptable range of 160 - 180 degrees F. at the time of the inspection. 3. Flue Comments Observations: • Exhaust flue(s) appeared to be properly configured and in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection but needs to be sealed at the wall 4. Fuel supply Observations Location: Gas meter is on the left side Observations: • No deficiencies noted at the time of the inspection
Plumbing 1. Water Supply Observations: • Public water supply
Shut off valve 2. Service entry/shutoff Shut off location: East basement wall Observations: • The main water supply pipe was three-quarter inch copper.
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3. Distribution Piping Observations: • The visible home water distribution pipes were copper • The visible water distribution pipes appeared to be in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection. 4. Drain, Waste and Vent Observations: • The visible drain, waste and vent (DWV) pipes were cast iron • The visible drain, waste and vent pipes appeared to be in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection. 5. Water Heater Manufacturer: • Electric • Manufactured by Bradford White • Water heater capacity was 40 gallons. age: New Observations: • The water heater responded to the demand for hot water. 6. Septic System Observations: • The house is connected to a public disposal system.
Interior Comments 1. Interior Comments • There should be one smoke and carbon monoxide detector on each level, a smoke detector in each bedroom and a carbon monoxide detector within 15 feet of each bedroom. You should consider replacing the current detectors to ensure their functionality and installing them where missing.
Kitchen / Dining 1. Kitchen Countertops Materials: Wood Observations: • Functional 2. Kitchen Cabinets Materials: Solid wood doors Observations: • Functional 3. Kitchen Plumbing Materials: Flex water supply • Plastic Drain
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4. Kitchen Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • GFCI protected outlet is present • Outlet is loose
Outlet is loose 5. Kitchen Heating/ cooling source Observations: • Heating source present 6. Kitchen doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 7. Kitchen Walls and ceilings Observations: • No Damage 8. Kitchen Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 9. Kitchen Appliances Observations: • Range operates • Refrigerator operates 10. Dining room walls and ceilings Observations: • Wall is bowing 11. Dining room doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional Page 14 of 19
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12. Dining room floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 13. Dining room Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 14. Dining Room Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational
Living Room 1. Walls and ceilings Observations: • No Damage 2. Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes has a depression 3. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 4. Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational
Stairs 1. Stairs Observations: • No deficiencies were noted
Master Bedroom 1. Master Bedroom Walls and ceilings Observations: • Functional Page 15 of 19
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2. Master Bedroom Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 3. Master Bedroom Doors and windows Observations: • No concerns • Checked doors are functional 4. Master Bedroom Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Master Bedroom Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • Outlet has an open ground
Open ground 6. Master Bedroom Smoke & C O Detectors Observations: • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended
Bedroom 2 1. Walls and ceilings Observations: • No concerns 2. Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Functional Page 16 of 19
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3. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 4. Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational 6. Smoke & C O Detectors Observations: • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended
Bath 1 1. Bath designation Location Main bath (Full) 2. Floor Materials: Ceramic Observations: • Functional 3. Walls and ceilings Observations: • Moisture present • No concerns 4. Heating/ cooling source Observations: • Heating source present 5. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 6. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • GFCI protected outlet is present 7. Cabinets Materials: Composite Observations: • No concerns Page 17 of 19
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8. Countertop / Sink Description: Plastic Drain • Flex water supply • Single sink Observations: • No concerns 9. Tub / Shower Materials: Ceramic Observations: • No concerns 10. Toilet Observations: • No concerns
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Glossary Glossary Term
Definition
DWV
In modern plumbing, a drain-waste-vent (or DWV) is part of a system that removes sewage and greywater from a building and regulates air pressure in the waste-system pipes, facilitating flow. Waste is produced at fixtures such as toilets, sinks and showers, and exits the fixtures through a trap, a dipped section of pipe that always contains water. All fixtures must contain traps to prevent sewer gases from leaking into the house. Through traps, all fixtures are connected to waste lines, which in turn take the waste to a soil stack, or soil vent pipe. At the building drain system's lowest point, the drain-waste vent is attached, and rises (usually inside a wall) to and out of the roof. Waste is removed from the building through the building drain and taken to a sewage line, which leads to a septic system or a public sewer. A special device that is intended for the protection of personnel by de-energizing a circuit, capable of opening the circuit when even a small amount of current is flowing through the grounding system. When aging mortar joints crack and disintegrate, the defective mortar is removed by hand or power tool and replaced with fresh mortar, this maintenance item is referred to as pointing
GFCI
Pointing
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Property Inspection Report
11 West Market St , Hyde Park, NY 12538 Inspection prepared for: Tricia and Arthur Parent Date of Inspection: 2/21/2016 Time: 1:00 pm Age of Home: Built in 1900 Size: 1,209 square feet Inspection # 160221b Inspector: Robert Boudreau Mold Assessment License #00066 90 Kipp Road , Staatsburg, NY 12580 Phone: 845-514-4362 Fax: Email: [email protected] www.PoughkeepsieHomeInspection.com
Acadian Home Inspection
11 West Market St , Hyde Park, NY
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 and bonded trade or profession. I recommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done. Basement/Crawlspace Page 9 Item: 3 Structure / Framing • The sill beam is on an outward angle along the eastern wall this appears to be pushing the exterior wall which is indicated by bowing on the first floor wall behind the baseboard heat near the the stairs to the second floor. The eastern wall in the living room has a similar bow and a large depression in the floor which may indicate addition structural problems. This area is not accessible which would make further evaluation and repair more difficult. There are floor joists separating from the beam located behind the water heater. An additional support beam and posts is recommended. All of these structural concerns require further evaluation by a qualified contractor Master Bedroom Page 16 Item: 5 Master Bedroom • Outlet has an open ground Electrical Page 16 Item: 6 Master Bedroom • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended Smoke & C O Detectors Bedroom 2 Page 17 Item: 6 Smoke & C O • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended Detectors
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Introduction We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entire Inspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questions you may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are still available 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 inspection of 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; this report will focus on safety and function, not current code. This report identifies specific noncode, non-cosmetic concerns that the inspector feels may need further investigation or repair. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repair any critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommend that you or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately before closing to check the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. 1. General Comments Observations: • The home was older and may not meet many generally accepted current building standards. Older homes are inspected within the context of the time period in which they were built, taking into account the generally accepted building practices of that time period. The Inspection Report will comment on unsafe conditions, but problems will be described as defects at the Inspector’s discretion. Homes are not required to be constantly upgraded to comply with newly enacted building codes but are only required to comply with building codes or generally accepted standards which existed at the time of original construction.
Roof 1. Method of Inspection Walked the roof, Viewed from the ground with remote camera 2. Roof observations Materials: • Three tab asphalt shingles Age estimate: 15 + years Observations: • Ridge vent is present • Soffit vents are present • Gable vents are present • Cracked shingles • The roof appeared functional at the time of the inspection • Lichens are present - Moss and lichens are more than a cosmetic issue on many kinds of roofing materials - asphalt shingles, roll roofing, wood shingle roofs, wood shake roofs. By holding moisture against the roof surface lichens but more so moss speed the wear of the asphalt shingle surface in freezing climates by increasing frost damage to the mineral granule coating on the shingles. Consulting with a qualified contractor for removal recommendations is advised.
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Cracked shingles 3. Chimney Viewed from the roof Materials: • Brick and block • Tile flue Observations: • Loose mortar joints on the block chimney
Loose mortar joints on the block chimney 4. Flashing / Roof penetrations Type: • Metal plumbing vents • Aluminum flashing Observations: • Vent has potential for snow blockage • Flashing is functional
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Vent has potential for snow blockage
Exterior 1. Exterior Comments Observations: • For the purpose of this report the building faces south 2. Driveway Materials: Asphalt Observations: • The driveway is functional • Sunken areas with cracks and breaks
Sunken areas with cracks and breaks 3. Walkway Materials: • Concrete Observations: The walkway is functional
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4. Exterior doors Materials: • Wood Observations: • The doors are functional 5. Foundation / Stem wall Materials: • Poured Concrete an stone Observations: • See Basement / Crawlspace for further comment • The poured concrete does not extend below ground level in places. The visible stone can allow air drafts, moisture or vermin into the home
The poured concrete does not extend below ground level 6. Siding Material: • Vinyl Observations: • Siding in contact with the ground • Siding has holes
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Siding has holes
Siding has holes
Siding in contact with the ground 7. Trim,Soffit,Fascia Materials: Aluminum and vinyl Observations: • No defects were noted 8. Gutters Controlling water runoff from the roof is extremely important. Proper gutter installation and maintenance also has a significant impact on water damage to the building particularly the foundation and basement. Water should be diverted away from the structure using extensions on the downspouts. Gutters should always be clear of leaves and other debris, cleaning gutters should be part of an ongoing maintenance routine. Observations: • I Recommend installing gutters 9. Windows Materials: • Vinyl Observations: • Windows appear functional Page 6 of 19
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10. Landscaping / House contact Grade: • Lot grading and drainage have a significant impact on the building, simply because of the direct and indirect damage that moisture can have on the foundation. It is very important, therefore, that surface runoff water be adequately diverted away from the home. Lot grading should slope away and fall a minimum of one (1) inch every foot for a distance of six (6) feet around the perimeter of the building. • Large trees near the house have branches which overhang the home.. Significant weakening of large branches by conditions such as core decay may not be visible by persons without special training. Consider having these trees evaluated by a qualified arborist. Evaluating trees lies beyond the scope of the general Home Inspection. Observations: • Level grade. • Recommend additional backfill
Patio / Porch /Decks 1. Porch Structure Observations: • Framing is largely inaccessible, unable to fully evaluate 2. Porch Observations Observations: • The porch is in good condition • One window won't open
Garage 1. Garage Comments Observations: • 1 car • Detached • The garage had large amount of storage and personal items at the time of inspection. Limiting accessible area. 2. Garage Roof Covering Materials: • Three tab asphalt Approximate age: • 15+ years Observations: • The roof appears functional 3. Trim,Soffit,Fascia Materials: • Wood Observations: • Rotted trim
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Rotted trim 4. Siding Materials: Wood Observations: • Siding appears functional 5. Overhead doors Materials: Wood Doors Observations: • Door(s) are functional 6. Structure / Framing Observations: • No deficiencies were noted in the accessible areas 7. Garage Floor Materials: Concrete Observations: • Functional 8. Garage Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • Open junction box(es)
Basement/Crawlspace 1. Foundation Observations: • Foundation walls are stone • Pointing is recommended • Portions of the foundation is made of stacked stone with no mortar, overall this seems stable but there are areas where the stone is loose, Further evaluation by a qualified contractor is suggested.
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Pointing is recommended 2. Basement floor Observations: • Concrete floor 3. Structure / Framing Observations: • Wood support posts are present, replacement with cement filled steel (lally) columns is recommended • Damage caused by insects was noted further evaluation by a qualified pest control contractor is suggested • The sill beam is on an outward angle along the eastern wall this appears to be pushing the exterior wall which is indicated by bowing on the first floor wall behind the baseboard heat near the the stairs to the second floor. The eastern wall in the living room has a similar bow and a large depression in the floor which may indicate addition structural problems. This area is not accessible which would make further evaluation and repair more difficult. There are floor joists separating from the beam located behind the water heater. An additional support beam and posts is recommended. All of these structural concerns require further evaluation by a qualified contractor
Joist is separating
Joist is separating Page 9 of 19
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Bowed wall 4. Basement Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational
Electrical Electrical standards and codes have evolved over the years and home electrical systems and their components are required to comply only with codes which were in effect at the time the home was built or the additional work was performed. A Home Inspector’s concern with electrical systems is not code compliance but the degree to which the installed electrical system safely provides for the electrical requirements of the home. The home inspector’s concern will be commenting on safety and system defects, not code violations. Some conditions commented upon may not be code violations and some code violations may not be commented upon. If in the opinion of the Inspector, the installed electrical system or any of its components is failing or may fail to safely provide for the electrical requirements of the home, the Inspector will recommend evaluation and/or correction by a qualified electrical contractor. The General Home Inspection is a visual inspection and complies with the current Standards of practice of New York State 1. Service Drop Type/Locaton: Underground service lateral Observations: • The service-drop appeared to be in satisfactory condition at the time of the inspection.
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2. Main Panel Location: • The panel is located in the basement Manufacturer: • Manufactured by Square D Observations: • Main disconnect is present • The wiring within the panel appeared satisfactory - no deficiencies. • Rust / corrosion is present
Corrosion is present
Rust
3. Service Rating Amperage Rating: 100 AMPS 4. Service Grounding Comments: Copper Observations: • The main electrical service is grounded to the main water supply pipe.
HVAC 1. HVAC comments • Heating equipment gets used a lot, and they do experience soot and sediment buildup as well as mechanical wear and tear so Annual/Seasonal professional HVAC inspection and cleaning service contract is recommended.
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2. Heating System Description: • Gas fired • Hot Water Baseboard / Radiator • Manufactured by Utica Age: • 3 Years old Observations: • No deficiencies noted • According to the installed system gauge, boiler system pressure was within the typical safe design limits of 12 - 15 pounds per square inch (PSI) at the time of the inspection • According to the installed system gauge, the boiler system water temperature was within the acceptable range of 160 - 180 degrees F. at the time of the inspection. 3. Flue Comments Observations: • Exhaust flue(s) appeared to be properly configured and in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection but needs to be sealed at the wall 4. Fuel supply Observations Location: Gas meter is on the left side Observations: • No deficiencies noted at the time of the inspection
Plumbing 1. Water Supply Observations: • Public water supply
Shut off valve 2. Service entry/shutoff Shut off location: East basement wall Observations: • The main water supply pipe was three-quarter inch copper.
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3. Distribution Piping Observations: • The visible home water distribution pipes were copper • The visible water distribution pipes appeared to be in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection. 4. Drain, Waste and Vent Observations: • The visible drain, waste and vent (DWV) pipes were cast iron • The visible drain, waste and vent pipes appeared to be in serviceable condition at the time of the inspection. 5. Water Heater Manufacturer: • Electric • Manufactured by Bradford White • Water heater capacity was 40 gallons. age: New Observations: • The water heater responded to the demand for hot water. 6. Septic System Observations: • The house is connected to a public disposal system.
Interior Comments 1. Interior Comments • There should be one smoke and carbon monoxide detector on each level, a smoke detector in each bedroom and a carbon monoxide detector within 15 feet of each bedroom. You should consider replacing the current detectors to ensure their functionality and installing them where missing.
Kitchen / Dining 1. Kitchen Countertops Materials: Wood Observations: • Functional 2. Kitchen Cabinets Materials: Solid wood doors Observations: • Functional 3. Kitchen Plumbing Materials: Flex water supply • Plastic Drain
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4. Kitchen Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • GFCI protected outlet is present • Outlet is loose
Outlet is loose 5. Kitchen Heating/ cooling source Observations: • Heating source present 6. Kitchen doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 7. Kitchen Walls and ceilings Observations: • No Damage 8. Kitchen Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 9. Kitchen Appliances Observations: • Range operates • Refrigerator operates 10. Dining room walls and ceilings Observations: • Wall is bowing 11. Dining room doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional Page 14 of 19
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12. Dining room floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 13. Dining room Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 14. Dining Room Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational
Living Room 1. Walls and ceilings Observations: • No Damage 2. Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes has a depression 3. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 4. Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational
Stairs 1. Stairs Observations: • No deficiencies were noted
Master Bedroom 1. Master Bedroom Walls and ceilings Observations: • Functional Page 15 of 19
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2. Master Bedroom Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Slopes 3. Master Bedroom Doors and windows Observations: • No concerns • Checked doors are functional 4. Master Bedroom Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Master Bedroom Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • Outlet has an open ground
Open ground 6. Master Bedroom Smoke & C O Detectors Observations: • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended
Bedroom 2 1. Walls and ceilings Observations: • No concerns 2. Floor Materials: Carpet Observations: • Functional Page 16 of 19
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3. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 4. Heat / Cooling Observations: • Heating source present 5. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational 6. Smoke & C O Detectors Observations: • Carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors are recommended
Bath 1 1. Bath designation Location Main bath (Full) 2. Floor Materials: Ceramic Observations: • Functional 3. Walls and ceilings Observations: • Moisture present • No concerns 4. Heating/ cooling source Observations: • Heating source present 5. Doors and windows Observations: • Checked windows are functional • Checked doors are functional 6. Electrical Observations: • Tested switches appear operational • Tested outlets appear operational • GFCI protected outlet is present 7. Cabinets Materials: Composite Observations: • No concerns Page 17 of 19
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8. Countertop / Sink Description: Plastic Drain • Flex water supply • Single sink Observations: • No concerns 9. Tub / Shower Materials: Ceramic Observations: • No concerns 10. Toilet Observations: • No concerns
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Glossary Glossary Term
Definition
DWV
In modern plumbing, a drain-waste-vent (or DWV) is part of a system that removes sewage and greywater from a building and regulates air pressure in the waste-system pipes, facilitating flow. Waste is produced at fixtures such as toilets, sinks and showers, and exits the fixtures through a trap, a dipped section of pipe that always contains water. All fixtures must contain traps to prevent sewer gases from leaking into the house. Through traps, all fixtures are connected to waste lines, which in turn take the waste to a soil stack, or soil vent pipe. At the building drain system's lowest point, the drain-waste vent is attached, and rises (usually inside a wall) to and out of the roof. Waste is removed from the building through the building drain and taken to a sewage line, which leads to a septic system or a public sewer. A special device that is intended for the protection of personnel by de-energizing a circuit, capable of opening the circuit when even a small amount of current is flowing through the grounding system. When aging mortar joints crack and disintegrate, the defective mortar is removed by hand or power tool and replaced with fresh mortar, this maintenance item is referred to as pointing
GFCI
Pointing
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