1234 Mockingbird Ln / McDowell's Home Inspections / Ray A McDowell

1. ROOF SYSTEM, DRAINAGE AND ROOF PENETRATIONS

The home inspector shall observe: Roof covering; Roof drainage systems; Flashings; Skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations; and Signs of' leaks or abnormal condensation on building components. The home inspector shall: Describe the type of roof covering materials; and Report the methods used to observe the roofing. The home inspector is not required to: Walk on the roofing; or Observe attached accessories including but not limited to solar systems, antennae, and lightning arrestors.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
1.0	ROOF COVERINGS	X
1.1	SAGS IN ROOF SHEATHING	X
1.2	FLASHINGS	X
1.3	SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS	X			X
1.4	ROOF VENTILATION	X
1.5	CONDITION OF THE RAIN GUTTERS	X
1.6	GUTTER DOWNSPOUTS AND DRAINAGE	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

VIEWED ROOF COVERING FROM:
WALKED ROOF

ROOF COVERING:
SCULPTERED FIBERGLASS

ROOF-TYPE:
HIP

VENTILATION:
RIDGE VENTS
SOFFIT VENTS

CHIMNEY (exterior):
METAL FLUE PIPE

SKY LIGHT (S):
NONE

Comments:

1.3 Plumbing vent pipe (through roof) needs flashing boot installed on rear of home. This area will leak if not corrected. Recommend installing one asap.

1.3 Picture 1

The roof of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Roof coverings and skylights can appear to be leak proof during inspection and weather conditions. Our inspection makes an attempt to find a leak but sometimes cannot. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

2. EXTERIOR COMPONENTS

The home inspector shall observe: Wall cladding, flashings, and trim; Entryway doors and a representative number of windows; Garage door operators; Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, areaways, porches and applicable railings; Eaves, soffits, and fascias; and Vegetation, grading, drainage, driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls with respect to their effect on the condition of the building. The home inspector shall: Describe wall cladding materials; Operate all entryway doors and a representative number of windows; Operate garage doors manually or by using permanently installed controls for any garage door operator; Report whether or not any garage door operator will automatically reverse or stop when meeting reasonable resistance during closing; and Probe exterior wood components where deterioration is suspected. The home inspector is not required to observe: Storm windows, storm doors, screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories; Fences; Presence of safety glazing in doors and windows; Garage door operator remote control transmitters; Geological conditions; Soil conditions; Recreational facilities (including spas, saunas, steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, playground equipment, and other exercise, entertainment, or athletic facilities); Detached buildings or structures; or Presence or condition of buried fuel storage tanks. The home inspector is not required to: Move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice or debris that obstructs access or visibility.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
2.0	EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS	X
2.1	WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM	X			X
2.2	WINDOWS	X
2.3	DOORS (Exterior)	X
2.4	DOOR CHIME	X
2.5	OUTSIDE LIGHTS	X
2.6	DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS, PORCHES AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS	X
2.7	EXTERIOR FOUNDATION WALLS AND MORTAR JOINTS	X
2.8	LANDSCAPE DRAINAGE AROUND FOUNDATION	X
2.9	WALKWAY AND DRIVEWAY	X
2.10	OUTSIDE GFCI OUTLETS	X
2.11	OUTSIDE FAUCETS	X
2.12	FENCE	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

SIDING STYLE:
EIFS
LAP

SIDING MATERIAL:
COMPOSITE BOARD
EIFS

APPURTENANCE:
COVERED PORCH

EXTERIOR ENTRY DOORS:
STEEL

DRIVEWAY:
CONCRETE

Comments:

2.1 On the east side there are two small areas of the siding needing sealing or repair.

2.1 Picture 1

2.1 Picture 2

2.1 Picture 3

The exterior of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

3. GARAGE

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
3.0	GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS (Report whether or not doors will reverse when met with resistance)	X
3.1	DOORS (Garage & Exterior)	X
3.2	FIRE RESISTANT SEPARATION WALLS, AND DOORS BETWEEN A DWELLING UNIT AND AN ATTACHED GARAGE	X
3.3	WALLS	X
3.4	CEILINGS	X
3.5	FLOORS	X
3.6	OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)	X
3.7	UNSAFE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

AUTO OPENER MANUFACTURER:
GENIE

GARAGE DOOR MATERIAL:
INSULATED
METAL

GARAGE DOOR TYPE:
ONE MANUAL
ONE AUTOMATIC

4. INTERIOR PHOTO's

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
4.0	COMPLIMENTARY VIEW OF MOST ROOMS	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Comments:

4.0 Complimentary view of most rooms.

5. KITCHEN AND COMPONENTS

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
5.0	CEILINGS	X
5.1	WALLS	X
5.2	FLOORS	X
5.3	DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
5.4	WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
5.5	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES	X
5.6	OUTLET FOR REFRIGERATOR 3 PRONG GROUNDED OR ACCESSIBLE	X
5.7	GFCI OUTLETS	X
5.8	THE CONDITION OF PLUMBING UNDER THE SINK	X
5.9	FAUCET AND SPRAY NOZZLE CONDITION	X
5.10	DISHWASHER	X
5.11	FOOD WASTE DISPOSER	X
5.12	RANGES/OVENS/COOKTOPS	X
5.13	MICROWAVE COOKING EQUIPMENT	X
5.14	CABINETS CONDITION	X
5.15	COUNTERTOP CONDITION	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

CABINETRY:
WOOD

COUNTERTOP:
TILE

REFRIGERATOR OPENING WIDTH:
37 1/2 INCHES
39 1/2 INCHES

REFRIGERATOR OPENING HEIGHT:
72 1/4 INCHES

DISHWASHER:
GENERAL ELECTRIC

DISPOSER:
IN SINK ERATOR

RANGE/OVEN:
GENERAL ELECTRIC

BUILT-IN MICROWAVE:
GENERAL ELECTRIC

REFRIGERATOR:
NONE

6. BATHROOM AND COMPONENTS

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
6.0	CEILINGS	X
6.1	WALLS	X
6.2	FLOORS	X
6.3	DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
6.4	WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
6.5	VERIFY DUPLEX GFCI OUTLET IN BATHROOM	X
6.6	SINK BASE AND CABINETRY	X			X
6.7	PLUMBING FIXTURES	X
6.8	CUT-OFF VALVES UNDER THE SINK AND TOILET	X
6.9	SINK PLUMBING	X
6.10	SINK FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE	X
6.11	TOILET SHOULD BE SECURE AND OPERATIONAL	X
6.12	SHOWER/BATH SHOULD DRAIN PROPERLY	X
6.13	SHOWER HEAD, TUB FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE	X			X
6.14	EXHAUST FAN	X
6.15	Caulk and grout around tub and showers	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

EXHAUST FAN TYPES:
FAN ONLY

Comments:

6.6 No toilet paper holder in main floor bath next to utility room.

6.6 Picture 1

6.13 Jet tub missing one knob and stopper needs installed.

6.13 Picture 1

7. ROOMS

The home inspector shall observe: Walls, ceiling, and floors; Steps, stairways, balconies, and railings; Counters and a representative number of installed cabinets; and A representative number of doors and windows. The home inspector shall: Operate a representative number of windows and interior doors; and Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to observe: Paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments on the interior walls, ceilings, and floors; Carpeting; or Draperies, blinds, or other window treatments.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
7.0	CEILINGS	X
7.1	WALLS	X
7.2	FLOORS	X
7.3	STEPS, STAIRWAYS, BALCONIES AND RAILINGS	X			X
7.4	DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
7.5	WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)	X
7.6	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES	X
7.7	WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS		X
7.8	CLOSET DOORS & CLOSET	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

CEILING MATERIALS:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING(S):
CARPET
HARDWOOD T&G
TILE

INTERIOR DOORS:
RAISED PANEL

WINDOW TYPES:
THERMAL/INSULATED

Comments:

7.3 Stairs to basement need leveling at bottom.

7.3 Picture 1

7.7 No Washer or Dryer connected to test connections. Wash tub missing in laundry room.

7.7 Picture 1

The interior of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. The inspection did not involve moving furniture and inspecting behind furniture, area rugs or areas obstructed from view. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

8. ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
8.0	ATTIC ACCESS	X
8.1	INSULATION	X
8.2	ROOF STRUCTURE	X
8.3	CROSS-VENTILATION	X
8.4	SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS ( ATTIC VIEW)	X
8.5	VISIBLE ELECTRIC WIRING IN ATTIC	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

ATTIC INSULATION:
BLOWN
BATT

R- VALUE:
R-30 OR BETTER

ROOF STRUCTURE:
2X4 RAFTERS
2 X 6 RAFTERS

CEILING STRUCTURE:
2X4

METHOD USED TO OBSERVE ATTIC:
FROM ENTRY

ATTIC INFO:
SCUTTLE HOLE

Comments:

8.1 Cellulose insulation is about 13 inches thick or 47.6 R-Value.

9. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

The home inspector shall observe: Service entrance conductors; Service equipment, grounding equipment, main over current device, and main and distribution panels; Amperage and voltage ratings of the service; Branch circuit conductors, their over current devices, and the compatibility of their ampacities and voltages; The operation of a representative number of installed ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls; The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures; The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters; and Smoke detectors. The home inspector shall describe: Service amperage and voltage; Service entry conductor materials; Service type as being overhead or underground; and Location of main and distribution panels. The home inspector shall report any observed aluminum branch circuit wiring. The home inspector shall report on presence or absence of smoke detectors, and operate their test function, if accessible, except when detectors are part of a central system. The home inspector is not required to: Insert any tool, probe, or testing device inside the panels; Test or operate any over current device except ground fault circuit interrupters; Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels; or Observe: Low voltage systems; Security system devices, heat detectors, or carbon monoxide detectors; Telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electrical distribution system; or Built-in vacuum equipment.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
9.0	SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS	X
9.1	SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAIN OVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS	X
9.2	LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS	X
9.3	BRANCH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS, OVERCURRENT DEVICES AND COMPATIBILITY OF THEIR AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE	X
9.4	CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)	X
9.5	POLARITY AND GROUNDING OF RECEPTACLES WITHIN 6 FEET OF INTERIOR PLUMBING FIXTURES, AND ALL RECEPTACLES IN GARAGE, CARPORT, EXTERIOR WALLS OF INSPECTED STRUCTURE	X
9.6	OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)	X
9.7	SMOKE DETECTORS	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

ELECTRICAL SERVICE CONDUCTORS:
BELOW GROUND

PANEL CAPACITY:
200 AMP

PANEL TYPE:
CIRCUIT BREAKERS

ELEC. PANEL MANUFACTURER:
GENERAL ELECTRIC

BRANCH WIRE 15 and 20 AMP:
COPPER

WIRING METHODS:
ROMEX

Comments:

9.2 (1) Main panel box is located at basement south wall and Sub panel box is located at basement on north wall.

The electrical system of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Outlets were not removed and the inspection was only visual. Any outlet not accessible (behind the refrigerator for example) was not inspected or accessible. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

10. STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

The Home Inspector shall observe structural components including foundations, floors, walls, columns or piers, ceilings and roof. The home inspector shall describe the type of Foundation, floor structure, wall structure, columns or piers, ceiling structure, roof structure. The home inspector shall: Probe structural components where deterioration is suspected; Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except when access is obstructed, when entry could damage the property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected; Report the methods used to observe under floor crawl spaces and attics; and Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to: Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to or adversely effect the health of the home inspector or other persons.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
10.0	FOUNDATION / WALLS AND MORTAR JOINTS	X
10.1	COLUMNS OR PIERS	X
10.2	FLOORS (Structural)	X
10.3	CEILINGS (structural)	X
10.4	FOUNDATION VENTS OR WINDOWS	X
10.5	REPORT ANY WATER INTRUSION SIGNS OR UNUSUALLY DAMP AREAS	X
10.6	SUMP PUMP			X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

FOUNDATION:
POURED CONCRETE

FLOOR STRUCTURE:
ENGINERED FLOOR TRUSS

WALL STRUCTURE:
2 X 4 WOOD

COLUMNS OR PIERS:
STEEL LALLY COLUMNS
STEEL SCREW JACKS

The structure of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

11. PLUMBING SYSTEM

The home inspector shall observe: Interior water supply and distribution system, including: piping materials, supports, and insulation; fixtures and faucets; functional flow; leaks; and cross connections; Interior drain, waste, and vent system, including: traps; drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks; and functional drainage; Hot water systems including: water heating equipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls; and chimneys, flues, and vents; Fuel storage and distribution systems including: interior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, and supports; leaks; and Sump pumps. The home inspector shall describe: Water supply and distribution piping materials; Drain, waste, and vent piping materials; Water heating equipment; and Location of main water supply shutoff device. The home inspector shall operate all plumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance. The home inspector is not required to: State the effectiveness of anti-siphon devices; Determine whether water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private; Operate automatic safety controls; Operate any valve except water closet flush valves, fixture faucets, and hose faucets; Observe: Water conditioning systems; Fire and lawn sprinkler systems; On-site water supply quantity and quality; On-site waste disposal systems; Foundation irrigation systems; Spas, except as to functional flow and functional drainage; Swimming pools; Solar water heating equipment; or Observe the system for proper sizing, design, or use of proper materials.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
11.0	INTERIOR DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS	X
11.1	INTERIOR WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES	X
11.2	INSPECT FOR FUNCTIONAL FLOW (water pressure and volume)	X
11.3	MAIN WATER SHUT-OFF DEVICE (Describe location)	X
11.4	HOT WATER SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS	X
11.5	CONDITION OF VENT PIPE (from furnace/water heater to chimney)	X
11.6	WATER HEATER T&P VALVE SHOULD BE PIPED WITHIN 6 INCHES OF THE FLOOR	X
11.7	WAS THE CHIMNEY LINER INSPECTED (for gas water heater only)	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

WATER SOURCE:
PUBLIC

PLUMBING SUPPLY:
COPPER

PLUMBING DISTRIBUTION:
COPPER

WASHER DRAIN SIZE:
2" DIAMETER

PLUMBING WASTE:
PVC

WATER HEATER POWER SOURCE:
GAS (QUICK RECOVERY)

CAPACITY:
50 GAL (2-3 PEOPLE)

MANUFACTURER:
RHEEM

Comments:

11.3 The main shut off is the lever located in basement. This is for your information.

The plumbing in the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Washing machine drain line for example cannot be checked for leaks or the ability to handle the volume during drain cycle. Older homes with galvanized supply lines or cast iron drain lines can be obstructed and barely working during an inspection but then fails under heavy use. If the water is turned off or not used for periods of time (like a vacant home waiting for closing) rust or deposits within the pipes can further clog the piping system. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

12. HEATING

The home inspector shall observe permanently installed heating systems including: Heating equipment; Normal operating controls; Automatic safety controls; Chimneys, flues, and vents, where readily visible; Solid fuel heating devices; Heat distribution systems including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units, convectors; and the presence of an installed heat source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy source; and Heating equipment and distribution type. The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance. The home inspector is not required to: Operate heating systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Operate automatic safety controls; Ignite or extinguish solid fuel fires; or Observe: The interior of flues; Fireplace insert flue connections; Humidifiers; Electronic air filters; or The uniformity or adequacy of heat supply to the various rooms.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
12.0	HEATING EQUIPMENT	X
12.1	NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS	X
12.2	AUTOMATIC SAFETY CONTROLS	X
12.3	CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (FOR FURNACE)	X
12.4	HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)	X
12.5	PRESENCE OF INSTALLED HEAT SOURCE IN EACH ROOM	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

HEAT TYPE:
FORCED AIR

ENERGY SOURCE:
GAS

NUMBER OF HEAT SYSTEMS (excluding wood):
TWO

HEAT SYSTEM BRAND:
CARRIER

DUCTWORK:
NON-INSULATED

FILTER TYPE:
DISPOSABLE

FILTER SIZE:
20x25

The heating system of this home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. The inspection is not meant to be technically exhaustive. The inspection does not involve removal and inspection behind service door or dismantling that would otherwise reveal something only a licensed heat contractor would discover. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

13. CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

The home inspector shall observe: Central air conditioning and permanently installed cooling systems including: Cooling and air handling equipment; and Normal operating controls. Distribution systems including: Fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with associated supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, fan-coil units; and The presence of an installed cooling source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy sources; and Cooling equipment type. The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance The home inspector is not required to: Observe window air conditioners or operate cooling systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Observe non-central air conditioners; or Observe the uniformity or adequacy of cool-air supply to the various rooms.

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
13.0	COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT	X
13.1	NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS	X
13.2	DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)	X
13.3	PRESENCE OF INSTALLED COOLING SOURCE IN EACH ROOM	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

COOLING EQUIPMENT TYPE:
AIR CONDITIONER UNIT

COOLING EQUIPMENT ENERGY SOURCE:
ELECTRICITY

CENTRAL AIR MANUFACTURER:
CARRIER

NUMBER OF A/C UNITS:
TWO

The cooling system of this home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. The inspection is not meant to be technically exhaustive. The inspection does not involve removal and inspection behind service door or dismantling that would otherwise reveal something only a licensed HVAC contractor would discover (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning). Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

14. FIREPLACES

		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC
14.0	GAS/LP FIRELOGS AND FIREPLACES	X
14.1	WAS THE LINER INSPECTED OR FULLY VISIBLE FROM END TO END	X
		IN	NI	NP	MR	SI	AC

IN=Inspected, NI=Not Inspected, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Styles & Materials

TYPES OF FIREPLACES:
VENTED GAS LOGS

OPERABLE FIREPLACES:
ONE

15. RADON TEST

		Y	N	NP	MR	SI	AC
15.0	SUN NUCLEAR MONITOR S/N	X
15.1	RADON LEVEL IS 3.9 PcI/l or LOWER		X
15.2	RADON LEVEL IS 4.0 pCi/l or HIGHER	X
15.3	PROPER INSTALLATION OF RADON EQUIPMENT	X
		Y	N	NP	MR	SI	AC

Y=Yes, N=No, NP=Not Present, MR=Maintenance Repair or Replace, SI=Safety Item, AC=Area of Concern

Comments:

15.0 35070116

15.2 The radon gas measurement was completed and there is no evidence that the CRM was tampered with in any way. Therefore, the average values contained in this report reflect the radon gas concentration at the time of the test and should not be construed as either predictive or supportive of a similar measurement conducted at another time in the same structure. The EPA recommends installing a mitigation system if the radon levels are at 4.0 pCi/l or above.

15.3

Start Date : 5/6/2008
Start Time : 11:00:00 AM
End Date : 5/8/2008
End Time : 4:35:00 PM
Serial # : 35070116
Location : 6511 Sea Gull Dr. Loveland, CO 80538
Signature:
Data in pCi/l
Time Interval 1 Hr
4.3 13.0 8.6
9.3 9.0 9.0
5.6 6.6 11.3
7.0 9.0 9.6
9.0 9.3 10.6
10.6 14.0 13.3
11.6 9.6 14.0
11.0 8.0 9.6
12.0 11.3 10.3
11.0 13.6 13.0
11.0 9.6 10.6
9.3 11.3 10.6
9.6 11.0 12.6
10.6 10.3 10.6
12.3 9.6 14.0
13.3 11.6 11.3
10.0 10.0 10.0
11.6 11.3 9.6
Overall Avg.=10.6
EPA Protocol Avg.=10.7

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Age Of Home: Under 5 Years	Home Faces: East	Client Is Present: No
Radon Test: Yes Test ID : 1160	Water Test: No	Weather: Partially Cloudy, Light Rain
Temperature: Over 60	Rain in last 3 days: Yes

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