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Steven Letendre Certified Master Inspector.

Home & Commercial Inspection. Thermal Inspection. Air Quality Testing. EIFS Consulting

Steven Letendre Certified Master Inspector.

Home & Commercial Inspection. Thermal Inspection. Air Quality Testing. EIFS Consulting

Inspector: Steven Letendre, Admirable Inspection Services Ltd.

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Inspection prepared for: Canadian Company Date of Inspection: 6/28/2018

Inspector: Steven Letendre

Admirable Inspection Services Ltd.

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AREAS OF INTERESTAREAS OF INTEREST

The summary below consists of potentially significant findings or items that may require repairsooner then later. These findings can be a safety hazard, a deficiency requiring a qualifiedcontractor to quote in order to correct or items I would like to draw extra attention to.Throughout the entire report, including the summary and pages that follow, are my findingsand opinions, including, but not limited to, items that require repair, safety hazards anddeficiencies. All repairs should be completed by a licensed and bonded tradesman or qualifiedprofessional. I recommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for thework done.ExteriorPage 15 Item:10

Fence Condition • The chain link fence is in need of repairs throughout theproperty. No major damages where located. Wire hangersare broken, ties are broken and sections are leaning.

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Wall and TrimConditions

• Caulking trim seams and penetrations as necessary toprevent water intrusion. This is normal maintenancearound windows / doors, sealant joints are failingthroughout the exterior.• Damages are present throughout the building on theyard / operations side.

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VegetationComments

• With mature growth in the area trimming andmaintenance will be required to protect the structure fromdamages. Vegetation contact also provides a pathway forwater and pests.

RoofPage 31 Item: 2 Roof Condition • Racking is present in the roof covering at the parapet on

the west side and should be further inspected by theroofing contractor as needed, these can be signs ofbuilding movement, This condition can result inmembrane damage leading to leaking.• Bubbling is present throughout the roof covering, this isa sign of trapped moisture in the roofing system.• Surface sealant is present throughout a large area of theoffice roof top. Secondary or face sealants may be a signof problematic areas.

Page 44 Item: 5 Gutter andDownspoutcondition

• Gutters have debris, Leaking is present. Cleaning isrequired and slope should be inspected and adjusted asrequired for effectiveness. (throughout)

Page 46 Item: 6 Roof Comments • Service lines strung across the roof covering is poorpractice, damages are present as a result, stands withcable tray should be installed to prevent further damages.

Office AreasPage 52 Item: 3 Ceiling Conditions • Thermal anomaly was present in the ceiling. This can be

caused by a larger ongoing roofing element at that willrequire further investigation.

Page 55 Item: 6 ElectricalConditions

• Not all emergency lights are operational. All should beinspected and repaired as needed.


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Page 55 Item: 7 Other InteriorArea Comments

• Pest stations are present throughout

Heating Cooling and Air HandlingPage 73 Item: 5 Heating

Comments• The inspector had the opportunity to speak with theHVAC representative performing service today. Severalunit heaters, radiant heaters and roof top equipment areongoing for service. To the best of his knowledge mostother equipment is operating normally. Suggest obtainingservice records for this building to determine pastrecommendations and repair needs. Multiple Unit heaters,a boiler, entry heaters were not operational.• A wall mount units are located in shop walls, these are inpoor conditions and should be replaced if intended foruse.

ShopPage 87 Item: 4 Wall Condition • Moderate cracking in the load bearing wall between the

shop and wash bay. These may be structural issues thatshould be further inspected.

Page 89 Item: 6 Window andFrame Condition

• Damaged: The window(s) are damaged and requirerepair or replacement. See images.

Page 90 Item: 7 ElectricalConditions

• Shop lighting projects a orange / yellow lighting into thespace which was noted to be darker then expected in theilluminated areas. Lighting improvements may bebeneficial.

Page 92 Item: 8 Shop DoorCondition

• Damage: The shop doors are damaged. Repair is desired.

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Shop Comments • The bridge cranes appear to be due for annualinspections.

Cold StoragePage 98 Item: 3 Wall and Trim

Conditions• Damage: Area(s) of damage are present. Recommendrepairs as desired.

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ElectricalConditions

• Not all lights are working, multiple ballasts are veryloud, replacement can be expected at some point.


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General Information

Thank you for choosing Admirable Inspection Services as your preferredinspection service provider. It is important to understand that this report is theopinion of the "Inspector" and it is based on the limited visual inspection of theaccessible aspects of the building. The "Inspector" will provide ratings on itemsin a simple "Good", "Fair" Or "Poor" condition and may providerecommendations for repair or further evaluation based on observations madethe day of the inspection. ] This report is the opinion of the "Inspector" and it isbased on the limited visual inspection of the accessible aspects viewed the day ofthe inspection. It is important to remember properly operating itemsmanufactured and installed 50 years ago that function as intended will receive arating of "Good" even if they do not meet todays construction standards. Ainspection is not a warranty or guarantee of a buildings future performance orlack thereof. Admirable Inspection Services will follow the NACHI, IAC2 or AHSStandards of Practice and protocols as closely as possible with services that willexceed these mentioned standards. Admirable is here to support building ownersafter the inspection is over and the report is delivered. Inspection reports can bereviewed in person, over the phone or with a return visit to the inspectionlocation. (Fees may apply)We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Pleasecarefully read your entire Inspection Report. Email us after you have reviewedyour report, so we can go over any questions you may have. Remember, whenthe inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are still available toyou for any questions you may have, throughout the entire process.Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report isbased on an inspection of the visible portion of the structure all inspection maybe limited by vegetation and possessions. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractorsevaluate and repair any critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is asnapshot in time as seen on the day of inspection

1. Persons in AttendanceInspector(s) • Tenant(s)

2. Current state of occupancyThis Property is occupied.

3. Property InformationCommercial Building

4. Number of levelsSingle Level

5. Estimated AgeUnable to determine. Information not avaliable or provided.

6. Weather conditions day of inspectionSunny • Overcast / Cloudy

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Exterior

1. Walkway ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: ConcreteObservations:• Common cracking is present.• Possible trip hazard. This is a safety concern. Leveling is suggested oridentify the area. ( east )

Common cracking is present. Common cracking is present.

Possible trip hazard. This is a safety concern.Leveling is suggested or identify the area. (

east )

Common cracking is present.

2. Parking ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: AsphaltObservations:• The parking area is in generally good condition, an area of pooling water ispresent on the south side of the lot, drainage does not appear effective here.

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The parking area is in generally goodcondition, an area of pooling water is presenton the south side of the lot, drainage does not

appear effective here.









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Mobility access is clear and identifiable at theentry to the building

3. Lot Grade and Drainage ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Flat Lot, minimal slope.• The lot grading is in generally good order, drainage culvert are present,some degree of standing water was noted on the north / west side of theproperty.

Flat Lot, minimal slope. Flat Lot, minimal slope.



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The lot grading is in generally good order,drainage culvert are present, some degree ofstanding water was noted on the north / west

side of the property.

Flat Lot, minimal slope.

The display area is well maintained. The display area is well maintained.



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The display area is well maintained. This section on the east end of the yard can beexpected to be soft, drainage in the area

Flat Lot, minimal slope. Flat Lot, minimal slope.



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The primary entry road and grounds are wellmaintained.

The primary entry road and grounds are wellmaintained.

4. Main Service ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Type: Main Service is underground • Main Service is overhead

Overhead service to the outboard buildings is present, the main is underground.

5. Electric Meter ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Location: Electrical Room (East)Observations:• The meter was located in the electrical room inside the building. East sideat the transformer. A ERROR message is displaying.• Power company seal does not appear tampered with. This security taghelps ensure electrical tampering has not occurred.



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The meter was located in the electrical room inside the building. East side at the transformer. AERROR message is displaying.

6. Electrical ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Two damaged electrical stands are present in the parking areas.• Not all cameras have a clear line of sight due to vegetation. Trim asneeded.• Service masts and other electrical debris are laying on the ground near theshipping area.• Exterior lighting was not tested, (daytime inspection) most covers arecovered with debris and should be removed cleaned and tested.

Two damaged electrical stands are present inthe parking areas.

Not all cameras have a clear line of sight due tovegetation. Trim as needed.



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Two damaged electrical stands are present inthe parking areas.

Service masts and other electrical debris arelaying on the ground near the shipping area.

Exterior lighting was not tested, (daytimeinspection) most covers are covered with

debris and should be removed cleaned andtested.

Exterior lighting was not tested, (daytimeinspection) most covers are covered with

debris and should be removed cleaned andtested.



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Exterior lighting was not tested, (daytime inspection) most covers are covered with debris andshould be removed cleaned and tested.

7. Door Buzzer ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Location: Shipping and receivingObservations:• Door buzzer tested operational.

8. Gas Inlet ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Location: FrontObservations:• Main fuel shutoff was located at the inlet. South side of shipping

Main fuel shutoff was located at the inlet.South side of shipping

Main fuel shutoff was located at the inlet.South side of shipping



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9. Plumbing ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Hydrants and Fire hoses are present throughout the property. Functiontesting is not within the scope of this inspection.• Sprinkler, irrigation systems or water features are not tested. Systemsoperation overview can be performed by seasonal maintenance crews.

Hydrants and Fire hoses are presentthroughout the property. Function testing is

not within the scope of this inspection.









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Sprinkler, irrigation systems or water featuresare not tested. Systems operation overview canbe performed by seasonal maintenance crews.



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Sprinkler, irrigation systems or water features are not tested. Systems operation overview canbe performed by seasonal maintenance crews.

10. Fence ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Chain LinkObservations:• The chain link fence is in need of repairs throughout the property. Nomajor damages where located. Wire hangers are broken, ties are broken andsections are leaning.



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An area for repair An area for repair





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11. Wall and Trim ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: MetalObservations:• Flashings are lifting and deteriorating, repair will be needed at some pointdue to corrosion and damage.• No thermal conditions suggested further inspection unless noted.• Caulking trim seams and penetrations as necessary to prevent waterintrusion. This is normal maintenance around windows / doors, sealant jointsare failing throughout the exterior.• Damages are present throughout the building on the yard / operationsside.



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Flashings are lifting and deteriorating, repairwill be needed at some point due to corrosion

and damage.

Corrosion is present in the front design feature,re finish as rust continues.

Damages are present Flashings are lifting and deteriorating, repairwill be needed at some point due to corrosion

and damage.



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and damage.


and damage.

Caulking trim seams and penetrations asnecessary to prevent water intrusion. This is

normal maintenance around windows / doors,sealant joints are failing throughout the

exterior.

Cracking is present in the office wall blockgrout, touch up or seal as desired.



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exterior.



exterior.



exterior.

Damages are present



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Damages are present Wall holes should be filled.

Damages are present Damages are present. Areas of block work thathave holes, will not have insulation in the area



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Block walls can be refinished as desired. Caulking trim seams and penetrations asnecessary to prevent water intrusion. This is


exterior.



exterior.



exterior.



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A section of block work has been bored forservice sleaves at some point, these have been

removed.

Block walls can be refinished as desired.



exterior.



exterior.



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Damages are present Damages are present

Damages are present Damages are present



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exterior.

Damages are present



exterior.



exterior.



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exterior.



exterior.

No thermal conditions suggested furtherinspection unless noted.




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12. Window and Frame ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Steel Frame • Double Pane

Seals have failed at the entry covering windows.

13. Exterior Door ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Metal Clad

14. Foundation ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Type: Slab on grade



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15. Vegetation CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• With mature growth in the area trimming and maintenance will berequired to protect the structure from damages. Vegetation contact alsoprovides a pathway for water and pests.

With mature growth in the area trimming andmaintenance will be required to protect thestructure from damages. Vegetation contactalso provides a pathway for water and pests.




16. General Exterior CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Several piles of debris are present on site.



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Several piles of debris are present on site. Several piles of debris are present on site.

Several piles of debris are present on site. A compressed gas storage area is present in theNE

A supply or suppression system was present at some point (NE)



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Roof

1. Method Used to Inspect RoofHow Inspected: Walked on.

2. Roof ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Built up Roofing. This material is typically used in low slopedesigns or "Flat" roofs and requires annual inspections to identify ware andareas of poor drainage. • Roll Roofing (SBS). This material is typically used inlow slope designs or "Flat" roofs and requires annual inspections to identifyware and areas of poor drainage.Observations:• Build up debris throughout the roof covering; debris must be cleaned priorto winter to avoid damages related to the forces of snow and ice.• Low ballast with exposed membrane is present in the NW corner of theshop roof covering.• Sections of the SBS roofing are worn and cracking.• Racking is present in the roof covering at the parapet on the west side andshould be further inspected by the roofing contractor as needed, these canbe signs of building movement, This condition can result in membranedamage leading to leaking.• Bubbling is present throughout the roof covering, this is a sign of trappedmoisture in the roofing system.• Surface sealant is present throughout a large area of the office roof top.Secondary or face sealants may be a sign of problematic areas.

Racking is present in the roof covering at theparapet on the west side and should be furtherinspected by the roofing contractor as needed,these can be signs of building movement, This

condition can result in membrane damageleading to leaking.

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General View Racking is present in the roof covering at theparapet on the west side and should be furtherinspected by the roofing contractor as needed,these can be signs of building movement, This


Build up debris throughout the roof covering;debris must be cleaned prior to winter to avoiddamages related to the forces of snow and ice.




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Bubbling is present throughout the roofcovering, this is a sign of trapped moisture in

the roofing system.


the roofing system.



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Sections of the SBS roofing are worn andcracking.


the roofing system.


The SBS is failing a the scupper on the NE lowroof



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the roofing system.


the roofing system.


the roofing system.

Some degree of ponding is present due toongoing rain in the region



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Surface sealant is present throughout a largearea of the office roof top. Secondary or facesealants may be a sign of problematic areas.





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the roofing system.

Newer Carrier units are present on the officeroof top

Low ballast with exposed membrane is presentin the NW corner of the shop roof covering.

Low ballast with exposed membrane is presentin the NW corner of the shop roof covering.



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A previous repair is present in the shop roof.


the roofing system.


the roofing system.



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the roofing system.




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3. Flashing, Fascia and Penetration ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Flashing and Facia are: • SeparatingObservations:• Flashing materials should be sealed at a time of sealing the exterior wallson the building.



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The flashings on the south side were not cutfor the scupper.

Flashing materials should be sealed at a time ofsealing the exterior walls on the building.

4. Skylight ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Skylight(s) observed were in fair order at time of the inspection.

Skylight(s) observed were in fair order at time of the inspection.

5. Gutter and Downspout conditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Down spouts should be extended further from the slab to ensure waterdrains away from the foundation at all times.• Gutters have debris, Leaking is present. Cleaning is required and slopeshould be inspected and adjusted as required for effectiveness. (throughout)



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Gutters have debris, Leaking is present.Cleaning is required and slope should beinspected and adjusted as required for

effectiveness. (throughout)



Down spouts should be extended further fromthe slab to ensure water drains away from the

foundation at all times.

Down spouts should be extended further fromthe slab to ensure water drains away from the

foundation at all times.



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6. Roof CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• A back scratcher should be considered for installation on the low shop roofas a safety enhancement.• Service lines strung across the roof covering is poor practice, damages arepresent as a result, stands with cable tray should be installed to preventfurther damages.

Service lines strung across the roof covering ispoor practice, damages are present as a result,

stands with cable tray should be installed toprevent further damages.





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Unused equipment should be removed fromthe roof covering.

Unused equipment on the roof covering shouldbe removed



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Kitchen

A back scratcher should be considered for installation on the low shop roof as a safetyenhancement.

The kitchen is used for food preparation and often for entertainment. Kitchens typically include astove, dishwasher, sink and other appliances.

1. Floor ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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2. Wall ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Dry at the time of inspection. No stains or evidence of moisturepenetration observed.

3. Ceiling ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Dry at the time of inspection. No stains or evidence of moisturepenetration observed.

4. Door ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

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5. Cabinet and Counter ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Stains observed in cabinet no leaks present today

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Stains observed in cabinet no leaks present today


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7. Kitchen Sink ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Stainless Steel

8. Kitchen FaucetsGood Fair Poor NA

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9. Kitchen CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Kitchens are present in the: shop area, central office and west office.

General kitchen view Pest stations are present throughout

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Office Areas

General view of the shop kitchen General view of the shop kitchen


✔Observations:• Marks or wear in floor coverings. Suggest replacement as desired.

Marks or wear in floor coverings. Suggestreplacement as desired.


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Marks or wear in floor coverings. Suggest replacement as desired.


✔Observations:• Dry at the time of inspection. No stains or evidence of moisturepenetration observed.• No thermal conditions suggested further inspection unless noted.• Ghosting is present. These are dark stains at the thermal break. This can bepainted as desired.



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Ghosting is present. These are dark stains atthe thermal break. This can be painted as

desired.

Ghosting is present. These are dark stains atthe thermal break. This can be painted as

desired.


✔Observations:• Ghosting is present. These are dark stains at the thermal break. This can bepainted as desired.• Stains or evidence of moisture penetration observed.• Thermal anomaly was present in the ceiling. This can be caused by a largerongoing roofing element at that will require further investigation.

Stains or evidence of moisture penetrationobserved.




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Thermal anomaly was present in the ceiling.This can be caused by a larger ongoing roofing

element at that will require furtherinvestigation.





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5. Window ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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✔Observations:• Not all lights are working.• Not all emergency lights are operational. All should be inspected andrepaired as needed.

Not all lights are working. Not all lights are working.

Not all emergency lights are operational. All should be inspected and repaired as needed.

7. Other Interior Area CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Minor cosmetic issues are not within the scope of this inspection as itfocuses on basic structure and major systems only.• Pest stations are present throughout



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Maps are present and posted General office views

General office views General office views

General office views Pest stations are present throughout



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General office View General office View





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Bathroom

General Shop office view General Shop office view

General Shop office view

1. Bathroom LocationLocation: Office • Shop


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✔Observations:• Dry at the time of inspection. No stains or evidence of moisturepenetration observed.• No thermal conditions suggested further inspection unless noted.

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✔Observations:• Dry at the time of inspection. No stains or evidence of moisturepenetration observed.• No thermal conditions suggested further inspection unless noted.


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7. Cabinet and Counter ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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8. Sink ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Ceramic

9. FaucetsGood Fair Poor NA

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10. Shower ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: FiberglassObservations:• A single fiberglass shower is present in one of the shops bathrooms.

11. Tub and Shower Faucet ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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12. Toilet ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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13. Bathroom CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• The shop bathroom urinals and toilets had dry traps, the building plumbershould inspect all fixtures as needed for proper function after prolongedtime without use.• Overall ratings of the bathrooms is reduced due to condition of the shopsbathrooms.



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The bathrooms were clean and well maintainedin the office areas.

The bathrooms were clean and well maintainedin the office areas.

General View of the shop bathroom General view of the shop offices.

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Plumbing

1. Supply Line ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: CopperObservations:• Primary plumbing provisions are located in the shipping area and theboiler room. A copper shut off is also located in the electrical meteringroom.

A shut off is located in the meter room Primary plumbing provisions are located in theshipping area and the boiler room. A copper

shut off is also located in the electricalmetering room.

Primary plumbing provisions are located in the shipping area and the boiler room. A coppershut off is also located in the electrical metering room.

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2. Pressure Tank ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• No signs of leaking today. Recommend inspecting apart of regularmaintenance for corrosion or leakage.

3. Waste Line ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Public WasteObservations:• As a general rule mature lots or lots with large trees may require roddingthe sewer lines.• A vacuum truck was on site during the inspection today, there are multipleaccess on the property. Inquire as to the needs for cleaning and futuremaintenance needs.

A vacuum truck was on site during the inspection today, there are multiple access on theproperty. Inquire as to the needs for cleaning and future maintenance needs.

4. Waste Line ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: ABS • PVCObservations:• No leaks observed at the time of the inspection. Recommend monitoringconnections for corrosion and leaks.

5. Venting ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Multiple vent stacks observed

6. Plumbing CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Comments:• All plumbing components tested well at time of inspection unlessotherwise noted.• Suppression system inspections are not within the scope of this inspection,all documents should be reviewed to ensure systems are inspected, servicedand up to date.

Definition

Acronym for acrylonitrile butadiene styrene; rigid black plastic pipe used only for drain lines.

Definition

Polyvinyl chloride, which is used in the manufacture of white plastic pipe typically used for water supply lines.

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Electrical

1. Electrical panel ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Type / Materials: Protected by BreakersObservations:• The main service is approximately 1200 amps• The exterior panel CP1 located on the east side had an open door uponarrival. Secure all cabinets.• An electrical closet is located on the east side near the shipping area with a200AMP and 60AMP Switches. A door is missing and should be coveredfrom the elements

The main service is approximately 1200 amps The exterior panel CP1 located on the east sidehad an open door upon arrival. Secure all

cabinets.

The exterior panel CP1 located on the east sidehad an open door upon arrival. Secure all

cabinets.

An electrical closet is located on the east sidenear the shipping area with a 200AMP and

60AMP Switches.

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An electrical closet is located on the east side near the shipping area with a 200AMP and60AMP Switches.

2. Branch Circuits ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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3. Grounding CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

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4. Sub Panel CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Sub panels are located throughout the property a mechanical map shouldbe reviewed and updated if needed.• Switches along the south shop wall have poor access.

Sub panels are located throughout theproperty a mechanical map should be reviewed

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Switches along the south shop wall have pooraccess.

5. Smoke detector commentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Location: Main FloorObservations:• Admirable Inspection Services does NOT inspect or test Smoke or CarbonDioxide Detectors. Detectors will last many years when maintained as perthe manufactures instruction.

6. Electrical CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• A low voltage wiring and components such as: Alarm and intercomsystems are not apart of this inspection.• A back up generator is located in the electrical side of the furnace room.

The building transformer is located on the eastside and is well protected, trim vegetation as

needed

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Water Heater and Boilers

1. Water/ Boilers HeaterGas Fired. • Electric. • The water heater(s) is approximately 10 galloncapacity. • The water heater(s) is approximately 40 gallon capacity. • Thewater heater(s) is approximately 60 gallon capacity. • The boiler(s) areapproximately 263000 BTU

2. Supply lines ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Copper, brass, castObservations:• Corrosion observed, no leaks visible at time of inspection.• The lines within the furnace room are well insulated and supported.• Pumps were operating normally with no abnormal noises

The lines within the furnace room are wellinsulated and supported.

The lines within the furnace room are wellinsulated and supported.

Staining appears to be from the relief on thewall behind the unit

Corrosion observed, no leaks visible at time ofinspection.

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3. Temperature Pressure Release Valve ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Did not operate the TPR test handle during todays inspection. Relief valvesthat have never operated before have the potential to leak after testingrequiring replacement.

4. Combustion Chamber ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Normal surface rust/corrosion observed, no signs of flaking or excessivedeterioration noted.

Normal surface rust/corrosion observed, no signs of flaking or excessive deterioration noted.

5. Flue Venting ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: MetalObservations:• Rotting: Recommend review by a licensed heating contractor for repair orreplacement if needed, this is the unit that is not operating.



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Rotting: Recommend review by a licensed heating contractor for repair or replacement ifneeded, this is the unit that is not operating.

6. Water Heater CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Four boilers are located in the furnace room, a fifth boiler is located on theshop mezzanine, the cover is off and was not operating.• The older boilers on the east side of the furnace room could not beconfirmed for size due to worn ID tags.

An electric unit is located on the area abovethe north shop bathroom

Four boilers are located in the furnace room, afifth boiler is located on the shop mezzanine,

the cover is off and was not operating.



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A 60 Gallon gas water heater is located in thefurnace room.

Steam injection is present in the furnace room



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Heating Cooling and Air Handling

The legable tags indicate a output of263000BTU

The older boilers on the east side of thefurnace room could not be confirmed for size

due to worn ID tags.

Four boilers are located in the furnace room, a fifth boiler is located on the shop mezzanine,the cover is off and was not operating.

1. HeatingType: Gas Forced Air RTU's • Radiant Heat • Unit heaters

2. Burner Chamber CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• The burner chambers were not opened due to operations ongoing.

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3. Exhaust venting ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Venting and dampers were freely operating.• A venting unit on the NE corner of the roof has a torn coupler, this unit isoff.

Venting and dampers were freely operating. Venting and dampers were freely operating.

A venting unit on the NE corner of the roof has a torn coupler, this unit is off.

4. Thermostat ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Multiple thermostats located throughout the building. Multiple zones arepresent.Observations:• Suggest using programmable functions to allow temperature changes atdesired intervals to help reduce energy costs.



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5. Heating CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• All Natrual Gas supply lines that are not identified should be updated withyellow paint to current standards• A broken switch is present on a NW unit.• The air handlers for the shops are aging, insulation from the high shop wallto the units is deteriorating and loose. The service history on all Roof topequipment for the shops should be reviewed for expected upcoming repairs.No external ID tags are present.• The inspector had the opportunity to speak with the HVAC representativeperforming service today. Several unit heaters, radiant heaters and roof topequipment are ongoing for service. To the best of his knowledge most otherequipment is operating normally. Suggest obtaining service records for thisbuilding to determine past recommendations and repair needs. MultipleUnit heaters, a boiler, entry heaters were not operational.• A wall mount units are located in shop walls, these are in poor conditionsand should be replaced if intended for use.

A condensate traps is not installed and layingon the roof covering.

All Natrual Gas supply lines that are notidentified should be updated with yellow paint

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The air handlers for the shops are aging,insulation from the high shop wall to the unitsis deteriorating and loose. The service history

on all Roof top equipment for the shops shouldbe reviewed for expected upcoming repairs.

No external ID tags are present.

The air handlers for the shops are aging,insulation from the high shop wall to the unitsis deteriorating and loose. The service history

on all Roof top equipment for the shops shouldbe reviewed for expected upcoming repairs.

No external ID tags are present.

The inspector had the opportunity to speakwith the HVAC representative performingservice today. Several unit heaters, radiant

heaters and roof top equipment are ongoingfor service. To the best of his knowledge most

other equipment is operating normally.Suggest obtaining service records for this

building to determine past recommendationsand repair needs. Multiple Unit heaters, aboiler, entry heaters were not operational.



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The Carrier units were clean upon inspection Carrier ID tag


Carrier ID tag



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Two smaller Lennox RTU's are also present forthe office areas.

Lennox ID TAG

Two Lennox RTU's are present for the officearea

Lennox ID tag



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A Lennox unit has a damage condensate trapthat should be replaced















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A broken switch is present on a NW unit. The inspector had the opportunity to speakwith the HVAC representative performingservice today. Several unit heaters, radiant












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A newer regulator is present A newer regulator is present



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Electrical has been updated at some point forthe older air handlers

Most shop unit and radiant heaters wereoperational





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Not operational, middle of the north side ofthe shop






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A unit heater in central area of the shop turnedon, but made no heat

Two unit heater along the south wall of theshop did not respond to testing



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Two unit heaters in the shipping area were nottested, thermostats for only two of the four

units could be located.


The east side entry heater was running, no heatwas produced.

Office radiant heat was operational



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Office radiant heat was operational Office radiant heating tested operational

The office area ducting was operational The office area ducting was operational

A wall mount units are located in shop walls, these are in poor conditions and should bereplaced if intended for use.



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Shop

1. Shop Construction TypeType: Attached.


✔Materials: Metal CladObservations:• Flashing at the bottom of the door is damaged and should be replaced toprotect from water intrusion at the threshold.

Flashing at the bottom of the door is damaged and should be replaced to protect from waterintrusion at the threshold.


✔Observations:• All concrete floor slabs experience some degree of cracking, the slabs arein fair condition for the suspected use of the building.• Floor rails create high and low spots within the floor surface, consideridentifying.

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All concrete floor slabs experience somedegree of cracking, the slabs are in fair

condition for the suspected use of the building.

Floor rails create high and low spots within thefloor surface, consider identifying.






✔Observations:• Moderate cracking in the load bearing wall between the shop and washbay. These may be structural issues that should be further inspected.



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Moderate cracking in the load bearing wallbetween the shop and wash bay. These may be

structural issues that should be furtherinspected.









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Damaged block work is present in the washbay area

Damaged block work is present in the washbay area

Damaged block work is present on the SE corner of the shop


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6. Window and Frame ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• Fog/condensation observed in door windows. This is an indication of afailed seal. Recommend review for repair or replacement as necessary.• Damaged: The window(s) are damaged and require repair or replacement.See images.



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Fog/condensation observed in door windows.This is an indication of a failed seal.

Recommend review for repair or replacementas necessary.

Fog/condensation observed in door windows.This is an indication of a failed seal.

Recommend review for repair or replacementas necessary.

Damaged: The window(s) are damaged and require repair or replacement. See images.


✔Observations:• Shop lighting projects a orange / yellow lighting into the space which wasnoted to be darker then expected in the illuminated areas. Lightingimprovements may be beneficial.



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Shop lighting projects a orange / yellowlighting into the space which was noted to bedarker then expected in the illuminated areas.

Lighting improvements may be beneficial.









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Shop lighting projects a orange / yellow lighting into the space which was noted to be darkerthen expected in the illuminated areas. Lighting improvements may be beneficial.

8. Shop Door ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Insulated

Observations:• The finish of the shop door on the display area side of the building is inpoor cosmetic condition, suggest refinishing.• Seal is in poor condition and should be replaced.• Damage: The shop doors are damaged. Repair is desired.

Damage: The shop doors are damaged. Repairis desired.




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The finish of the shop door on the display areaside of the building is in poor cosmetic

condition, suggest refinishing.


Seal is in poor condition and should be replaced.

9. Door Hardware ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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10. Door Opener ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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11. Fire Door ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA




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12. Fire Wall ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

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13. Shop CommentsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Observations:• A rain water leader appears to be leaking near the paint booth area.• Staining was present in the main shop on a support post in the east side,water entry could not be located.• The bridge cranes appear to be due for annual inspections.

The bridge cranes appear to be due for annualinspections.



General View



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The paint shop was not lit today. A rain water leader appears to be leaking nearthe paint booth area.



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A rain water leader appears to be leaking nearthe paint booth area.

Staining was present in the main shop on asupport post in the east side, water entry could

not be located.

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Cold Storage

General view of a shop office

1. Roof ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Metal Roofing. This material comes in many forms and has a lifeexpectancy that is dependant on many factors including weather conditionsand installation and quality of the product.

2. Gutter and Downspout conditionGood Fair Poor NA

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3. Wall and Trim ConditionsGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: MetalObservations:• Damage: Area(s) of damage are present. Recommend repairs as desired.

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Damage: Area(s) of damage are present.Recommend repairs as desired.






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Damage: Area(s) of damage are present. Recommend repairs as desired.




✔Observations:• Expansive cracks and settling observed, suggest sealing cracks asnecessary.



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Expansive cracks and settling observed,suggest sealing cracks as necessary.

A separation or control joist is present the slab,watch your step


✔Observations:• Not all lights are working, multiple ballasts are very loud, replacement canbe expected at some point.

Not all lights are working, multiple ballasts arevery loud, replacement can be expected at

some point.

Electrical is located in the SW corner of thecold storage

7. Foundation ConditionGood Fair Poor NA

✔Materials: Concrete grade beamObservations:• Cracking is present throughout the cold storage foundation. No majorareas for further inspection noted.



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Cracking is present throughout the coldstorage foundation. No major areas for further

inspection noted.


inspection noted.


inspection noted.


inspection noted.



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inspection noted.


inspection noted.


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