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Inspection Report

Mr. John Smith

Property Address:12345 Main St

Victorville CA. 92392

Schultz Property Inspections

Wayne Schultz - (760) 596-7479

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

Table of Contents

Cover Page ................................................1

Table of Contents .......................................2

Intro Page .................................................3

1 Roofing ..................................................4

2 Exterior ..................................................6

3 Electrical System .....................................8

4 Garage ................................................. 14

5 Built-In Kitchen Appliances...................... 16

6 Interiors ............................................... 18

7 Structural Components ........................... 20

8 Plumbing System................................... 21

9 Heating / Central Air Conditioning ............ 25

10 Insulation and Ventilation...................... 28

11 Out Building ........................................ 29

General Summary .................................... 32

Health an Safety Summary ........................ 41

Invoice.................................................... 44

Agreement .............................................. 45

Schultz Property Inspections Smith

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Date: 12/2/2014 Time: 09:00 AM Report ID: 014-01-336

Property:12345 Main StVictorville CA. 92392

Customer:Mr. John Smith

Real Estate Professional:Suzie Sells-AlotSold Your House Realty

Report Terminology and Definitions

The following terminology may be used to report conditions observed during the inspection. Additional termsmay also be used in the report. Any recommendations by the inspector to repair or replace suggests a secondopinion or further inspection by a qualified contractor. All costs associated with further inspection fees andrepair or replacement of item, component, or unit should be considered before you purchase the property.

Satisfactory (S) = Item was functional at the time of inspection. Item was in working or operating order andits condition was at least sufficient for its minimum required function, although routine maintenance may beneeded.

Fair (F) = Item was functional at time of inspection, but has a probability of requiring repair, replacement, orother remedial work at any time due to its age, condition, lack of maintenance or other factors.Have itemregularly evaluated and anticipate the need to take action.

Poor (P) = Item requires immediate repair, replacement, or other remedial work, or requires evaluation and /or servicing by a qualified technician.

Not Present (NP) = Item, component or unit is not in this home or building.

Not Inspected (NI) = Item not inspected due to not readily available or accessible, disconnected or de-energized, presented unusual or unsafe conditions for inspection, was outside scope of inspection, and / orwas not inspected due to other factors, stated or otherwise.

Standards of Practice:

NACHI National Association of Certified

Home Inspectors

In Attendance:

Customer and their agent

Type of building:

Single Family (1 story)

Style of Home:

Contemporary

Approximate age of building:

Under 10 Years

Temperature:

Over 60

Weather:

Cloudy

Ground/Soil surface condition:

Dry

Rain in last 3 days:

No


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1. Roofing

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

Roof over the patio cover. Roof over the garage.

Roof over the house.

S F P NP NI

1.0 ROOF COVERINGS •

1.1 FLASHINGS •

1.2 SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS •

S= Satisfactory, F= Fair, P= Poor, NP= Not Present, NI= Not Inspected S F P NP NI

Styles & MaterialsRoof Covering:

Asphalt/FiberglassRoll/Selvage

Viewed roofcovering from:

Walked roof

Sky Light(s):None

Chimney(exterior):

Cement Stucco

Number of layersof roof covering:

One


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Estimated age ofRoof Covering:

5 - 10 years

1.0 Item 1(Picture) Roof.

1.0 (1) There is a large amount of debris on the roof. Debris can hold moisture and possibly causepremature failure of the roof. Recommend having a qualified person remove the debris as needed.

1.0 Item 2(Picture) Patio roof.

(2) The roof covering over the patio is damaged and has a hole. Holes are leak points and are verydamaging. Recommend having a qualified contractor further inspect and repair or replace as needed.

1.2 The plumbing vent pipes need caulking around the perimeter of pipe and boot where boot flange hasfailed.

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


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2. Exterior

The home inspector shall observe: Wall cladding, flashings, and trim; Entryway doors and a representativenumber of windows; Garage door operators; Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, areaways, porches andapplicable 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 inspectorshall: Describe wall cladding materials; Operate all entryway doors and a representative number of windows; Operategarage doors manually or by using permanently installed controls for any garage door operator; Report whether or notany garage door operator will automatically reverse or stop when meeting reasonable resistance during closing; andProbe 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 ofsafety glazing in doors and windows; Garage door operator remote control transmitters; Geological conditions; Soilconditions; Recreational facilities (including spas, saunas, steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, playgroundequipment, and other exercise, entertainment, or athletic facilities); Detached buildings or structures; or Presence orcondition 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.

Front of the house. Front of the garage.

Back of the house.


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2.0 DOORS (Exterior) •

2.1 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM •

2.2 WINDOWS •

2.3DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS,PORCHES, PATIO/ COVER AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS

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2.4VEGETATION, GRADING, DRAINAGE, DRIVEWAYS, PATIOFLOOR, WALKWAYS AND RETAINING WALLS (Withrespect to their effect on the condition of the building)

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2.5 EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS •


Styles & MaterialsSiding Style:

Cement stucco

Siding Material:Masonry

Exterior EntryDoors:

SteelInsulated glass

Appurtenance:Covered entryRecessed patio

Driveway:Concrete

2.1 Item 1(Picture) Water heatercloset.

2.1 The wood trim for the water heater closet door located on the right side of the house is weathered withfailing and peeling paint. Recommend having a qualified person prep, prime and paint as needed.

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


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3. Electrical System

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 receptacleslocated inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls; The polarity and grounding of all receptacleswithin six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior ofinspected structures; The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters; and Smoke detectors. The home inspector shalldescribe: Service amperage and voltage; Service entry conductor materials; Service type as being overhead orunderground; and Location of main and distribution panels. The home inspector shall report any observed aluminumbranch circuit wiring. The home inspector shall report on presence or absence of smoke detectors, and operate theirtest 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 faultcircuit interrupters; Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliarydistribution panels; or Observe: Low voltage systems; Security system devices, heat detectors, or carbon monoxidedetectors; Telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electricaldistribution system; or Built-in vacuum equipment.


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Main electrical service panel. Open main electrical service panel.

Inside the electrical service panel. Electrical sub panel (laundry room).


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Inside the electrical sub panel(laundry room).

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3.0 SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS •

3.1SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAINOVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTIONPANELS

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3.2BRANCH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS, OVERCURRENT DEVICESAND COMPATIBILITY OF THEIR AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE

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3.3

CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from arepresentative number operation of ceiling fans, lightingfixtures, switches and receptacles located inside thehouse, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)

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3.4POLARITY AND GROUNDING OF RECEPTACLES INSIDETHE HOUSE AND ALL RECEPTACLES IN GARAGE, CARPORT,EXTERIOR WALLS OF INSPECTED STRUCTURE

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3.5OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUITINTERRUPTERS)

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3.6OPERATION OF ARC FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (AFCI)BREAKERS

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3.7 LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS •

3.8 SMOKE DETECTORS •

3.9 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS •

3.10 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR LOCATION(S) •


Styles & MaterialsElectrical ServiceConductors:

Below groundAluminum240 volts

Panel Grounded:Yes

Panel capacity:(2) 200 AMP servicepanel(2) 100 AMP sub-panel(2) 200 AMP sub-panel

Panel Type:Circuit breakers

Electric PanelManufacturer:

CUTLER HAMMER

Branch wire 15and 20 AMP:

Copper

Wiring Methods:Romex

Smoke Detector:Battery operated

Carbon MonoxideDetector:

Battery operated


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3.3 (1) There are open and exposed electrical wires on the roof of the house. Electrical issues areconsidered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a licensed electrician further inspect and repair orreplace as needed.

3.3 Item 2(Picture) Garage.

(2) There is an open electrical junction box located on the back wall of the garage. Open and exposedelectrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualified person install an electricalcover as needed.


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3.3 Item 3(Picture) Kitchen.

(3) There is an open electrical junction box located in the kitchen cabinet to the right of the dishwasher.Open and exposed electrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualified personinstall an electrical cover as needed.


(4) There is an electrical outlet box located in the kitchen at the refrigerator area missing it's cover. Openand exposed electrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualified person installan electrical cover as needed.

3.7 The main electrical service panel (200 amp) is located on the left side of the house. Sub panels located inthe laundry room (100 amp) and garage (200 amp).

3.8 Recommend always replacing all smoke detectors before moving into a new home. Smoke detectorsthat are 10 years old are near the end of their service life and should be replaced. Smoke detectors constantlymonitor the air 24 hours a day. At the end of 10 years, it has gone through over 3.5 million monitoring cycles.After this much use, components can become less reliable. This means that as the detector gets older, thepotential of failing to detect a fire increases. Replace them after 10 years reduces this possibility.


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3.9 The detector should be tested upon moving in to a home.

3.10 The carbon monoxide detector(s) is located in the hallway on the ceiling.

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


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4. Garage

Garage. Garage door opener (left door).

Garage door opener (right door).

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4.0 GARAGE CEILINGS •

4.1 GARAGE WALLS (INCLUDING FIREWALL SEPARATION) •

4.2 GARAGE FLOOR •

4.3 GARAGE DOOR (S) •

4.4 OCCUPANT DOOR FROM GARAGE TO INSIDE HOME •

4.5GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS (Report whether or not doorswill reverse when met with resistance)

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Styles & MaterialsOccupant DoorMaterial (fromGarage to insidehome):

WoodSolid core

Occupant DoorClosure (fromGarage to insidehome):

Self Closing door

Garage Door Type:Two automatic

Garage DoorMaterial:

InsulatedMetalSectional


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Auto-openerManufacturer:

LINEAR1/2 HORSEPOWER


4.0 The drywall on the ceiling has a hairline crack (cosmetic) at the garage. This damage is consideredcosmetic. This is for your information.

4.5 Both garage doors will reverse when met with resistance. The sensors are in place for the garage doorsand will reverse the doors.


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5. Built-In Kitchen Appliances

The home inspector shall observe and operate the basic functions of the following kitchen appliances:Permanently installed dishwasher, through its normal cycle; Range, cook top, and permanently installed oven;Trash compactor; Garbage disposal; Ventilation equipment or range hood; and Permanently installedmicrowave oven. The home inspector is not required to observe: Clocks, timers, self-cleaning oven function,or thermostats for calibration or automatic operation; Non built-in appliances; or Refrigeration units. The homeinspector is not required to operate: Appliances in use; or Any appliance that is shut down or otherwise inoperable.

Stove. Dishwasher.

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5.0 FOOD WASTE DISPOSER •

5.1 DISHWASHER •

5.2 RANGE HOOD •

5.3 RANGES/OVENS •


Styles & MaterialsDisposer Brand:

IN SINK ERATOR

Estimated age ofDisposer Brand:

< 5 years

DishwasherBrand:

KENMORE

Estimated age ofDishwasher:

> 5 years< 10 years

Exhaust/Rangehood:

NONE

Range/Oven:KENMORE

Energy source forRange/Oven:

Propane

Estimate age ofRange/Oven:

> 5 years< 10 years


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5.2 This house is not equipped with a hood vent. A hood vent is recommended to filter and ventilate thestove top area.

The built-in appliances of the home were inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes everyeffort 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 beused in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


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6. Interiors

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 andwindows. The home inspector shall: Operate a representative number of windows and interior doors; andReport signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmfulcondensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to observe: Paint, wallpaper, and other finishtreatments on the interior walls, ceilings, and floors; Carpeting; or Draperies, blinds, or other window treatments.

Kitchen. Living room.

Master bedroom.

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6.0 CEILINGS •

6.1 WALLS •

6.2 FLOORS •

6.3COUNTERS AND A REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER OFCABINETS

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6.4 DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER) •

6.5 WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER) •


Styles & MaterialsCeiling Materials:

Drywall

Wall Material:Drywall

Floor Covering(s):CarpetTile

Interior Doors:Hollow coreMasoniteRaised panel

Window Types:VinylSliders


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Thermal/Insulated

WindowManufacturer:

UNKNOWN

Cabinetry:Wood

Countertop:Granite

6.0 (1) The drywall on the ceiling has multiple cracks at the hallway. This is a cosmetic issue for yourinformation.

(2) The drywall on the ceiling reveals water damage indicating a leak did or still exists at the masterbedroom by the fireplace and master bedroom closet far corner. Due to recent dry weather, I am unable todetermine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensed contractor should inspect further and repair as needed..

6.1 The drywall on the wall shows water damage indicating a leak did or still may occur at the masterbedroom by the fireplace and master bedroom closet far corner. Due to recent dry weather, I am unable todetermine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensed contractor should inspect further and repair as needed..


6.3 There is a large hole cut into the granite countertop to the right of the stove. This is for yourinformation.

6.5 The window in the guest bedroom on the left side of the house will not open. Because this is aegress window this is a safety issue that needs corrected. Recommend having a qualified contractor furtherinspect and repair or replace as needed.

The interior of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to findall 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 itemsmentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in yourfurther inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


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7. 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 componentswhere deterioration is suspected; Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except whenaccess 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 waterpenetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspectoris not required to: Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or bedangerous to or adversely effect the health of the home inspector or other persons.

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7.0

FOUNDATIONS, BASEMENTS AND CRAWLSPACES (Reportsigns of abnormal or harmful water penetration into thebuilding or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation onbuilding components.)

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7.1 WALLS (Structural) •

7.2 FLOORS (Structural) •

7.3 CEILINGS (structural) •

7.4 ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC •


Styles & MaterialsFoundation:

Poured concrete

Method used toobserveCrawlspace:

No crawlspace

Floor Structure:Slab

Wall Structure:2 X 6 Wood

Ceiling Structure:Not visible

Roof Structure:Not visibleExtra Info : There isno attic accessavailable. This itemwas not inspected

Roof-Type:Flat

Method used toobserve attic:

InaccessibleExtra Info : There isno attic accessavailable. This itemwas not inspected

Attic info:No accessExtra Info : There isno attic accessavailable. This itemwas not inspected

7.3 There is no attic access available. This item was not inspected


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


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8. 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 operatingcontrols; 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 inspectorshall describe: Water supply and distribution piping materials; Drain, waste, and vent piping materials; Water heatingequipment; 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 isconnected 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 conditioningsystems; 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 waterheating equipment; or Observe the system for proper sizing, design, or use of proper materials.


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Water heater (exterior closet). Water heater (garage).

Main water shut off valve.


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8.0 PLUMBING DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS •

8.1PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMSAND FIXTURES

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8.2HOT WATER SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, CHIMNEYS, FLUES ANDVENTS

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8.3 MAIN WATER SHUT-OFF DEVICE (Describe location) •

8.4FUEL STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (Interiorfuel storage, piping, venting, supports, leaks)

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8.5 MAIN FUEL SHUT OFF (Describe Location) •


Styles & MaterialsWater Source:

Public

Water Filters:None

Plumbing WaterSupply (intohome):

CopperPVC

Plumbing WaterDistribution(inside home):

Copper

Washer DrainSize:

2" Diameter

Plumbing Waste:ABS

Water HeaterPower Source:

Propane (quickrecovery)

Water HeaterCapacity:

50 Gallon (2-3people)

Manufacturer:AMERICANWHIRLPOOL

Water HeaterLocation:

Exterior closetGarage

Estimate age ofWater Heater:

> 5 years< 10 years

Water Pressure:40psi

8.1 (1) The faucet in the master bathroom right sink has a drip on the hot side. Recommend having alicensed plumber further indirect and repair or replace as needed

(2) The toilet in the master bathroom has no water connected to it. Recommend having a license plumberfurther inspect and repair or replace as needed.

(3) The access panel for the jetted tub in the master bathroom is painted shut. Because of this, I wasunable to verify the GFCI operated properly (safety). This is for your information.

8.2 The water heater located in the closet on the right side of the house would not light. Because of this itcannot be fully inspected. Recommend having a licensed plumber further inspect and repair or replace asneeded.


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8.3 Item 1(Picture)

8.3 The shut off is located inside the water heater closet located on the right of the house inside an accesspanel behind drywall. This makes accessing the valve difficult. This is for your information.

8.5 The main fuel shut off is at propane tank outside.

The plumbing in the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort tofind all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Washing machine drain line for example cannot be checked for leaks or theability to handle the volume during drain cycle. Older homes with galvanized supply lines or cast iron drain lines can be obstructedand 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 thatthe inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It isrecommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in thisinspection report.


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9. Heating / Central Air Conditioning

The home inspector shall observe permanently installed heating and cooling systems including: Heatingequipment; Cooling Equipment that is central to home; Normal operating controls; Automatic safety controls;Chimneys, flues, and vents, where readily visible; Solid fuel heating devices; Heat distribution systemsincluding fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coilunits, 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 usingnormal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufactureror installer for routine homeowner maintenance. The home inspector is not required to: Operate heating systems whenweather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Operate automatic safety controls; Ignite orextinguish solid fuel fires; or Observe: The interior of flues; Fireplace insert flue connections; Humidifiers; Electronic airfilters; or The uniformity or adequacy of heat supply to the various rooms.

Roof mount HVAC unit (left side of the house). Roof mount HVAC unit (right side of thehouse).

Fireplace (living room). Fireplace master bedroom.


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9.0 HEATING EQUIPMENT •

9.1 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS •

9.2 AUTOMATIC SAFETY CONTROLS •

9.3DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ductsand piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers,radiators, fan coil units and convectors)

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9.4 PRESENCE OF INSTALLED HEAT SOURCE IN EACH ROOM •

9.5CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (for fireplaces, gas waterheaters or heat systems)

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9.6 SOLID FUEL HEATING DEVICES (Fireplaces, Woodstove) •

9.7 COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT •

9.8 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS •

9.9PRESENCE OF INSTALLED COOLING SOURCE IN EACHROOM

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Styles & MaterialsHeat Type:

Forced Air

Energy Source:Propane

Number of HeatSystems(excluding wood):

Two

Estimated age ofHeat system:

> 5 years< 10 years

Furnace DischargeTemperature.:

Not Inspected.

Heat SystemBrand:

YORK

Ductwork:Not visible

Filter Type:DisposableCartridge

Filter Size:(Two filters)20x30

Types ofFireplaces:

Solid FuelConventional

OperableFireplaces:

Two

Number ofWoodstoves:

None

CoolingEquipment Type:

Air conditioner unitSwamp /Evaporative Cooler(This company doesnot inspectevaporativecoolers).

CoolingEquipment EnergySource:

Electricity

Number of ACOnly Units:

Two

Central AirManufacturer:

YORK


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Estimated age ofcentral AC:

> 5 years< 10 years

A/C DischargeTemperature:

35 +/- degrees

9.0 The furnaces operated, but did not produce heat. Recommend having an HVAC contractor furtherinspect and repair or replace as needed.

9.3 Because there is no attic access the HVAC ducts could not be inspected.

9.5 The chimney pipe was not inspected by our company. I recommend a qualified chimney sweep inspectfor safety.

9.6 The fire-brick panel for the wood burning fireplace at the living room is cracked and damaged. Thisburn area should be fireproof. Any repairs should be performed according to the manufacturer's specifications.

The heating and cooling system of this home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makesevery 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 somethingonly a licensed heat contractor would discover. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair itemsmentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in yourfurther inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


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10. Insulation and Ventilation

The home inspector shall observe: Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces; Ventilation of atticsand foundation areas; Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting systems; and the operation of any readilyaccessible attic ventilation fan, and, when temperature permits, the operation of any readily accessiblethermostatic control. The home inspector shall describe: Insulation in unfinished spaces; and Absence ofinsulation in unfinished space at conditioned surfaces. The home inspector shall: Move insulation where readily visibleevidence indicates the need to do so; and Move insulation where chimneys penetrate roofs, where plumbing drain/waste pipes penetrate floors, adjacent to earth filled stoops or porches, and at exterior doors. The home inspector isnot required to report on: Concealed insulation and vapor retarders; or Venting equipment that is integral withhousehold appliances.

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10.0 INSULATION IN ATTIC •

10.1 VENTING SYSTEMS (Kitchens, baths and laundry) •

10.2 VENTILATION OF ATTIC AND FOUNDATION AREAS •


Styles & MaterialsAttic Insulation:

Unknown

Ventilation:Gable ventsTurbinesPassive

Exhaust Fans:Fan with light

Dryer PowerSource:

Propane Connection

Dryer Vent:Metal


The insulation and ventilation of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makesevery effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Venting of exhaust fans or clothes dryer cannot be fullyinspected and bends or obstructions can occur without being accessible or visible (behind wall and ceiling coverings). Onlyinsulation that is visible was inspected. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair itemsmentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in yourfurther inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


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11. Out Building

Front of the garage. Left side of the garage.

Back of the garage.


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11.0FOUNDATIONS (If all crawlspace areas are notinspected, provide an explanation. An opinion onperformance is necessary)

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11.1 GRADING and DRAINAGE •

11.2ROOF COVERING (If the roof is inaccessible, report themethod used to inspect)

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11.3ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC (If the attic isinaccessible, report the method used to inspect)

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11.4 EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS •

11.5 WALLS (interior and Exterior) •

11.6 CEILING and FLOORS •

11.7 DOORS (Interior and Exterior) •

11.8 WINDOWS •

11.9 SERVICE ENTRANCE AND PANELS •

11.10BRANCH CIRCUITS-CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES(Report as in need of repair the lack of ground faultcircuit protection where required.)

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11.11 HEATING EQUIPMENT •

11.12 COOLING EQUIPMENT •

11.13 DUCTS AND VENTS •

11.14 WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM AND FIXTURES •

11.15 DRAINS, WASTES, VENTS •

11.16 WATER HEATER EQUIPMENT •

11.17 BATHROOM EXHAUST FANS AND/OR HEATERS •

11.18 GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS •


Styles & MaterialsRoof Coveringl:

Roll / SelvageAsphalt / Fiberglass

Viewed roofcovering from:

Walked roof

Siding style:Cement stucco

Siding material:Masonry

Ceiling material:Drywall

Wall material:Drywall

Floor covering:CarpetVinyl

11.2 (1) The roof was walked by the inspector. There is a large amount of debris on the roof. Debris canhold moisture and possibly cause premature failure of the roof. Recommend having a qualified person removethe debris as needed.


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11.2 Item 1(Picture) Roof. 11.2 Item 2(Picture) Garage roof.

(2) The roof is holding water in areas. This can can damage to the roof and possible leaks. Recommendhaving a licensed contractor further inspect and repair or replace as needed.

11.3 The bottom of the roof and attic are accessible in the garage.

11.6 The drywall on the ceiling reveals a water stain indicating a leak did or still exists at the office leftside. Due to recent dry weather, I am unable to determine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensed contractorshould inspect further and repair as needed..


11.7 The left garage door is damage at the bottom panel. This is a cosmetic issue and for your information.

11.11 There is no propane provided for the building. This item was not inspected.

11.16 There is no propane provided for the building. This item was not inspected.

11.18 The garage door opener will reverse when met with resistance. The sensors are in place for the garagedoor opener will reverse the door.


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General Summary


12209 Martinique St.Victorville, CA. 92392760-596-7479 Direct

CustomerMr. John Smith

Address12345 Main St


The following items or discoveries indicate that these systems or components do not function as intended or adversely affectsthe habitability of the dwelling; or warrants further investigation by a specialist, or requires subsequent observation.This summary shall not contain recommendations for routine upkeep of a system or component to keep it in proper functioningcondition or recommendations to upgrade or enhance the function or efficiency of the home. This Summary is not the entire report.The complete report may include additional information of concern to the customer. It is recommended that the customer read thecomplete report.

1. Roofing

1.0 ROOF COVERINGS

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1. Roofing

There is a large amount of debris on the roof. Debris can hold moisture and possibly cause prematurefailure of the roof. Recommend having a qualified person remove the debris as needed.(2)

1.0 Item 2(Picture) Patio roof.

The roof covering over the patio is damaged and has a hole. Holes are leak points and are verydamaging. Recommend having a qualified contractor further inspect and repair or replace as needed.

1.2 SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS

FairThe plumbing vent pipes need caulking around the perimeter of pipe and boot where boot flange hasfailed.

2. Exterior

2.1 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM

Fair


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2. Exterior

2.1 Item 1(Picture) Water heatercloset.

The wood trim for the water heater closet door located on the right side of the house is weathered withfailing and peeling paint. Recommend having a qualified person prep, prime and paint as needed.


3.3 CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from a representative number operationof ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage,and on the dwelling's exterior walls)

Poor(4)


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There is an electrical outlet box located in the kitchen at the refrigerator area missing it's cover. Openand exposed electrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualified personinstall an electrical cover as needed.

3.8 SMOKE DETECTORS

Not InspectedRecommend always replacing all smoke detectors before moving into a new home. Smoke detectorsthat are 10 years old are near the end of their service life and should be replaced. Smoke detectorsconstantly monitor the air 24 hours a day. At the end of 10 years, it has gone through over 3.5 millionmonitoring cycles. After this much use, components can become less reliable. This means that as thedetector gets older, the potential of failing to detect a fire increases. Replace them after 10 yearsreduces this possibility.

3.9 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Not InspectedThe detector should be tested upon moving in to a home.

4. Garage

4.0 GARAGE CEILINGS

Fair


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4. Garage


The drywall on the ceiling has a hairline crack (cosmetic) at the garage. This damage is consideredcosmetic. This is for your information.

5. Built-In Kitchen Appliances

5.2 RANGE HOOD

Not PresentThis house is not equipped with a hood vent. A hood vent is recommended to filter and ventilate thestove top area.

6. Interiors

6.0 CEILINGS

Poor(1) The drywall on the ceiling has multiple cracks at the hallway. This is a cosmetic issue for yourinformation.(2) The drywall on the ceiling reveals water damage indicating a leak did or still exists at the masterbedroom by the fireplace and master bedroom closet far corner. Due to recent dry weather, I amunable to determine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensed contractor should inspect further andrepair as needed..

6.1 WALLS

PoorThe drywall on the wall shows water damage indicating a leak did or still may occur at the masterbedroom by the fireplace and master bedroom closet far corner. Due to recent dry weather, I amunable to determine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensed contractor should inspect further andrepair as needed..

6.3 COUNTERS AND A REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER OF CABINETS

Fair


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There is a large hole cut into the granite countertop to the right of the stove. This is for yourinformation.

7. Structural Components

7.3 CEILINGS (structural)

Not InspectedThere is no attic access available. This item was not inspected

7.4 ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC


8. Plumbing System

8.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES

Poor(1) The faucet in the master bathroom right sink has a drip on the hot side. Recommend having alicensed plumber further indirect and repair or replace as needed(2) The toilet in the master bathroom has no water connected to it. Recommend having a licenseplumber further inspect and repair or replace as needed.

8.2 HOT WATER SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS

PoorThe water heater located in the closet on the right side of the house would not light. Because of this itcannot be fully inspected. Recommend having a licensed plumber further inspect and repair or replaceas needed.

8.3 MAIN WATER SHUT-OFF DEVICE (Describe location)


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8. Plumbing System

Fair

8.3 Item 1(Picture)

The shut off is located inside the water heater closet located on the right of the house inside an accesspanel behind drywall. This makes accessing the valve difficult. This is for your information.

9. Heating / Central Air Conditioning

9.0 HEATING EQUIPMENT

PoorThe furnaces operated, but did not produce heat. Recommend having an HVAC contractor furtherinspect and repair or replace as needed.

9.3 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports,insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)

Not InspectedBecause there is no attic access the HVAC ducts could not be inspected.

9.5 CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (for fireplaces, gas water heaters or heat systems)

Not InspectedThe chimney pipe was not inspected by our company. I recommend a qualified chimney sweep inspectfor safety.

9.6 SOLID FUEL HEATING DEVICES (Fireplaces, Woodstove)

PoorThe fire-brick panel for the wood burning fireplace at the living room is cracked and damaged. Thisburn area should be fireproof. Any repairs should be performed according to the manufacturer'sspecifications.

10. Insulation and Ventilation

10.0 INSULATION IN ATTIC



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11. Out Building

11.2 ROOF COVERING (If the roof is inaccessible, report the method used to inspect)

Poor(1) The roof was walked by the inspector. There is a large amount of debris on the roof. Debris canhold moisture and possibly cause premature failure of the roof. Recommend having a qualified personremove the debris as needed.(2)

11.2 Item 1(Picture) Roof. 11.2 Item 2(Picture) Garage roof.

The roof is holding water in areas. This can can damage to the roof and possible leaks. Recommendhaving a licensed contractor further inspect and repair or replace as needed.

11.6 CEILING and FLOORS

PoorThe drywall on the ceiling reveals a water stain indicating a leak did or still exists at the office left side.Due to recent dry weather, I am unable to determine if the leak still exists. A qualified licensedcontractor should inspect further and repair as needed..

11.7 DOORS (Interior and Exterior)

Fair


The left garage door is damage at the bottom panel. This is a cosmetic issue and for your information.

11.11 HEATING EQUIPMENT

Not Inspected


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There is no propane provided for the building. This item was not inspected.

11.16 WATER HEATER EQUIPMENT

Not InspectedThere is no propane provided for the building. This item was not inspected.

Home inspectors are not required to report on the following: Life expectancy of any component or system; The causes of the needfor a repair; The methods, materials, and costs of corrections; The suitability of the property for any specialized use; Complianceor non-compliance with codes, ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements or restrictions; The market value of the property orits marketability; The advisability or inadvisability of purchase of the property; Any component or system that was not observed;The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents, or insects; or Cosmetic items, underground items,or items not permanently installed. Home inspectors are not required to: Offer warranties or guarantees of any kind; Calculate thestrength, adequacy, or efficiency of any system or component; Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage theproperty or its components or be dangerous to the home inspector or other persons; Operate any system or component that isshut down or otherwise inoperable; Operate any system or component that does not respond to normal operating controls; Disturbinsulation, move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice, or debris that obstructs access orvisibility; Determine the presence or absence of any suspected adverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, includingbut not limited to mold, toxins, carcinogens, noise, contaminants in the building or in soil, water, and air; Determine theeffectiveness of any system installed to control or remove suspected hazardous substances; Predict future condition, including butnot limited to failure of components; Since this report is provided for the specific benefit of the customer(s), secondary readers ofthis information should hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet their specific needs and to obtain currentinformation concerning this property.

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CustomerMr. John Smith

Address12345 Main St



3.3 CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from a representative number operationof ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house,garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)

Poor(1)



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There are open and exposed electrical wires on the roof of the house. Electrical issues are considereddangerous until corrected. Recommend having a licensed electrician further inspect and repair orreplace as needed.(2)


There is an open electrical junction box located on the back wall of the garage. Open and exposedelectrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualified person install anelectrical cover as needed.(3)


There is an open electrical junction box located in the kitchen cabinet to the right of the dishwasher.Open and exposed electrical is considered dangerous until corrected. Recommend having a qualifiedperson install an electrical cover as needed.

6. Interiors

6.5 WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)


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6. Interiors

PoorThe window in the guest bedroom on the left side of the house will not open. Because this is a egresswindow this is a safety issue that needs corrected. Recommend having a qualified contractor furtherinspect and repair or replace as needed.

8. Plumbing System

8.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES

Poor(3) The access panel for the jetted tub in the master bathroom is painted shut. Because of this, I wasunable to verify the GFCI operated properly (safety). This is for your information.

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INVOICE

Schultz Property Inspections12209 Martinique St.Victorville, CA. 92392760-596-7479 DirectInspected By: Wayne Schultz

Inspection Date: 12/2/2014Report ID: 014-01-336

Customer Info: Inspection Property:

Mr. John Smith

Customer's Real Estate Professional:Suzie Sells-AlotSold Your House Realty

12345 Main StVictorville CA. 92392

Inspection Fee:

Service Price Amount Sub-Total

Tax $0.00Total Price $0.00

Payment Method:Payment Status:Note:


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