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Page 1: 520 S Larch St Kennewick, WA 99336rpg1.com/inspection.pdfJuly 3, 2019 Dear Century 21 Tri-Cities, RE: Report No. 3200, v.0 520 S Larch St Kennewick, WA 99336 Thanks very much for choosing

PROVIDING PEACE OF MIND

Platinum Inspection Team

520 S Larch StKennewick, WA 99336

CENTURY 21 TRI-CITIES

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Platinum Inspection Services

1110 W 21st Ave

Kennewick, WA 99337

509 947 2293

www.thetricitieshomeinspector.comkenny@TheTriCitiesHomeInspector.com

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July 3, 2019

Dear Century 21 Tri-Cities,

RE: Report No. 3200, v.0520 S Larch StKennewick, WA99336

Thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection. The inspection itself and the attached report complywith the requirements of the Standards of Practice for Washington State and ASHI. This document defines the scope of ahome inspection.

Clients sometimes assume that a home inspection will include many things that are beyond the scope. We encourageyou to read the Standards of Practice so that you clearly understand what things are included in the home inspection andreport.

The report has been prepared for the exclusive use of our client. No use by third parties is intended. We will not beresponsible to any parties for the contents of the report, other than the party named herein .

The report is effectively a snapshot of the house, recording the conditions on a given date and time. Home inspectorscannot predict future behavior, and as such, we cannot be responsible for things that occur after the inspection. Ifconditions change, we are available to revisit the property and update our report.

Again, thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection.

Sincerely,

Platinum Inspection Teamon behalf ofPlatinum Inspection Services

Platinum Inspection Services1110 W 21st Ave

Kennewick, WA 99337509 947 2293

www.thetricitieshomeinspector.comkenny@TheTriCitiesHomeInspector.com

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SUMMARY

This Summary outlines potentially significant issues from a cost or safety standpoint. This section is provided as acourtesy and cannot be considered a substitute for reading the entire report. Please read the complete document.

Priority Maintenance Items

Roofing

SLOPED ROOFING \ Composition shinglesCondition: Multiple layersThere are multiple layers of roofing on the home. When the time comes to replace it it will need to be stripped beforeshingling.

SLOPED ROOF FLASHINGS \ Chimney flashingsCondition: Missing top, bottom, side flashingsThe chimney flashing is missing. I recommend that this be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualifiedroofing contractor. The plumbing jacks also need to be sealed around.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

Exterior

GeneralVegetation against building: Vegetation was growing against the building in several areas. This creates conducive

conditions for pests and wood destroying organisms. I recommend the vegetation be trimmed back or removed.Location: Front exteriorTask: RepairTime: Immediate

WALLS \ TrimCondition: Peeling paint:I recommend that any areas of peeling paint be scraped and painted.Task: RepairTime: Immediate

WALLS \ Vinyl sidingCondition: Loose or missing piecesI recommend that the missing trim, soffit and siding pieces be installed.Location: South exterior, west exteriorTask: ProvideTime: Immediate

WALLS \ Vent (fan, clothes dryer, etc.)Condition: Cover missingI recommend that the missing cover for the dryer duct on the rear exterior be installed.Location: Rear exteriorTask: Repair

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Time: Immediate

PORCHES, DECKS, STAIRS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Handrails and guardsCondition: MissingModern standards recommend that guardrails be installed when there is a 30" or more fall.Location: DeckTask: ProvideTime: Immediate

Structure

FLOORS \ JoistsCondition: Cut Joist: I recommend that the cut joist be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualifiedcontractor.Location: Laundry areaTask: RepairTime: Immediate

Electrical

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Distribution fuses/breakersCondition: Double taps: I recommend that the double taps in the electrical panel be repaired by a licensed qualifiedelectrical contractor.One of the wires is too small for the breaker that it's going too and the wire has overheated. The abandoned wires shouldalso be properly capped and the connection made in the box to the left of the main panel should be properly made withwire nuts. All repairs should be made by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Upper left, lower rightTask: RepairTime: Immediate

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Panel wiresCondition: The neutral and ground wires were bonded in the sub panel. In a sub panel these should be isolated fromeach other. I recommend that this be corrected by a licensed qualified electrician.Also there is a wire going to the double throw 20 amp breaker that appears to have overheated at some point.Location: Garage subpanelTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Junction boxesCondition: MissingI recommend that the abandoned wires be terminated in a junction box.Location: Rear exterior, behind shop, below stairs, basement laundry area. shopTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Outlets (receptacles)Condition: Ungrounded 3 Slot Outlets: Many of the 3-prong outlets were ungrounded. These should either begrounded, be replaced with 2-prong outlets, or have GFI receptacles installed. Consider updating the existing condition tomeet generally-accepted current safety standards.Location: Basement room at bottom of stairsTask: RepairTime: Immediate

Condition: GFCI protection needed: I recommend that the outlets in the following locations be repaired to be GFCIprotected. This should be done by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Garage, Kitchen, Main level bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

Condition: Reverse Polarity: I recommend that the outlets with reverse polarity in the following locations be repaired bya licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Living room west wall, Dining area, Kitchen, Basement living roomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ SwitchesCondition: FaultyThere are 3 switches that control the light at the top of the stairs. When they are at certain positions the light doesn't workcorrectly. I recommend that this be further evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: StairwayTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediate

Condition: Location poor (near Bathtub or Shower Stall)The switches are too close to the shower stall. I recommend that the switches be moved to at least 3' away from the stallor that they be GFCI protected.Location: BasementTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Cover platesCondition: I recommend that any missing cover-plates be installed.Location: Living room, Northeast bedroom, Garage, BasementTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ LightsCondition: Inoperative lights: I recommend that the bulbs be replaced in the inoperative lights in the following locationsand if the lights still don't work that they be repaired by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Rear deck, Front entry, Laundry areaTask: Repair

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SUMMARY

Time: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Carbon monoxide (CO) alarms (detectors)Condition: None present. A CO detector will need to be provided.Smoke alarms should also be installed in the hallways and bedrooms.Task: ProvideTime: Immediate

Heating

GeneralThe masonry chimney cap is missing. I recommend that this be repaired by a licensed qualified masonry contractor.

Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

Plumbing

SUPPLY PLUMBING \ Supply piping in buildingCondition: I recommend that dielectric fittings be installed where they are missing to protect the water pipes fromelectrolysis. This should be done by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.Location: Basement laundry areaTask: RepairTime: Immediate

WATER HEATER \ TankCondition: No earthquake straps: I recommend that earthquake straps be installed on the water heater.It also is missing a discharge tube for the TPR valve. I recommend that one be installed.Task: RepairTime: Immediate

WASTE PLUMBING \ Traps - installationCondition: Missing p-trap: The p-trap is missing in the following location(s). This will result in sewer gas entering thehome. I recommend that this be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.There is a vent pipe coming out of the wall beside the basement shower. If this is a vent pipe it will also allow sewer gasto enter the home. Due to the plumbing deficiencies present in the basement laundry area and bathroom I recommendthat the plumbing in these areas be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.Location: Basement Laundry Area and Bathroom.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Shower stallCondition: The main level bathroom shower head sprays out of the shower stall. I recommend that this be repaired.Location: Main level bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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Condition: Missing drain cover: I recommend that the missing drain cover in the following location be provided.Location: Basement bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

Interior

WINDOWS \ Glass (glazing)Condition: Broken window: I recommend that the broken window be repaired by a licensed qualified glass contractor.Location: GarageTask: ReplaceTime: Immediate

DOORS \ GeneralCondition: DamageI recommend that the damaged door in the northeast bedroom be repaired or replaced.Location: Northeast bedroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DOORS \ Doors and framesCondition: Does not latch properlyI recommend that the north exterior door be repaired so the deadbolt will latch and that the damaged weatherstrip bereplaced.Location: NorthTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DOORS \ HardwareCondition: MissingI recommend that the missing door knob handle be installed. The door also binds.Location: Basement bathroomTask: ProvideTime: Discretionary

EXHAUST FANS \ DuctCondition: I recommend that the missing damper be installed.Location: Rear exterior below deckTask: RepairTime: Immediate

APPLIANCES \ RangeCondition: There was no anti tip device installed on the range. I recommend these be installed to prevent injury tochildren and others.Task: Repair

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SUMMARY

Time: Immediate

This concludes the Summary section.

The remainder of the report describes each of the home's systems and also details any recommendations we have forimprovements. Limitations that restricted our inspection are included as well.

The suggested time frames for completing recommendations are based on the limited information available during apre-purchase home inspection. These may have to be adjusted based on the findings of specialists.

Home Improvement - ballpark costs

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ROOFING

Description

General: WalkedThe Inspector inspected the roof and its components by walking the roof.

General: Some roof leaks will only appear during certain weather conditions and may not be possible to detect duringthe time of a home inspection.

The home is considered to face : East

Sloped roofing material: Composition shingles

Approximate age: 13 -17 years

Typical life expectancy: 20-30 years.

Roof Shape: Gable

Recommendations

SLOPED ROOFING \ Composition shingles1. Condition: Multiple layersThere are multiple layers of roofing on the home. When the time comes to replace it it will need to be stripped beforeshingling.

SLOPED ROOF FLASHINGS \ Chimney flashings2. Condition: Missing top, bottom, side flashingsThe chimney flashing is missing. I recommend that this be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualifiedroofing contractor. The plumbing jacks also need to be sealed around.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

1. Plumbing jacks need sealant 2. Missing top, bottom, side flashings

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EXTERIOR

Description

Gutter & downspout material: No gutters or downspouts

Lot slope: Flat

Soffit (underside of eaves) and fascia (front edge of eaves): Wood

Wall surfaces and trim: Vinyl siding

Deck: Raised Wood

Recommendations

General3. Vegetation against building: Vegetation was growing against the building in several areas. This creates conduciveconditions for pests and wood destroying organisms. I recommend the vegetation be trimmed back or removed.Location: Front exteriorTask: RepairTime: Immediate

3. Vegetation against building: Vegetation was...

WALLS \ Trim4. Condition: Peeling paint:I recommend that any areas of peeling paint be scraped and painted.Task: RepairTime: Immediate

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EXTERIOR

4. Peeling paint:

WALLS \ Vinyl siding5. Condition: Loose or missing piecesI recommend that the missing trim, soffit and siding pieces be installed.Location: South exterior, west exteriorTask: ProvideTime: Immediate

5. Loose or missing pieces 6. Loose or missing pieces

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EXTERIOR

7. Loose or missing pieces 8. Loose or missing pieces

WALLS \ Vent (fan, clothes dryer, etc.)6. Condition: Cover missingI recommend that the missing cover for the dryer duct on the rear exterior be installed.Location: Rear exteriorTask: RepairTime: Immediate

9. Cover missing

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EXTERIOR

PORCHES, DECKS, STAIRS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Handrails and guards7. Condition: MissingModern standards recommend that guardrails be installed when there is a 30" or more fall.Location: DeckTask: ProvideTime: Immediate

10. Missing

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STRUCTURE

Description

General: The attic was inspected from the attic hatch due to limited access.

11. The attic was inspected from the attic hatc... 12. The attic was inspected from the attic hatc...

13. The attic was inspected from the attic hatc... 14. The attic was inspected from the attic hatc...

Configuration: Basement Crawlspace

Foundation material: Masonry block

Floor construction: Joists Subfloor - plank

Exterior wall construction: Wood frame

Roof and ceiling framing: Rafters/ceiling joists Plank sheathing

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STRUCTURE

Recommendations

FLOORS \ Joists8. Condition: Cut Joist: I recommend that the cut joist be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualifiedcontractor.Location: Laundry areaTask: RepairTime: Immediate

15. Cut Joist: I recommend that the cut joist...

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ELECTRICAL

Description

General: Main Panel Description:A main electrical service panel is a metal enclosure containing various electrical components. The type, condition andarrangement of the service panel and its components must comply with safety standards, usually the National ElectricCode established by the National Fire Protection Association. Requirements may also vary by jurisdiction.Components typically found in main service panels are as follows:- Main disconnect- is one switch controlling all the circuit breakers. Not all panels have a main disconnect. Shutting offthe main disconnect automatically shuts off power to all the electrical circuits in the main panel.- Circuit breakers- are each designed to automatically turn off electricity to the circuit it protects if it detects a problem.The type of problems detected by circuit breakers depends on the type of circuit breaker installed.- Grounding, neutral and power supply bus bars- are components which allow wires or groups of wires to be electricallyconnected and which support circuit breakers.- A label- on the inside listing the circuits controlled by each switch and providing information about the enclosure.- Bonding devices- designed to prevent shock or electrocution.

Service entrance cable and location: Overhead copper

Service size: 200 Amps (240 Volts)

Main disconnect/service box rating: 200 Amps

Main disconnect/service box type and location: Breakers- exterior

16. Breakers- exterior

System grounding material and type: Not visible

Auxiliary panel (subpanel) type and location:Breakers

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17. Breakers

Auxiliary panel (subpanel) rating: 120 amps

Distribution wire material and type: Copper - non-metallic sheathed

Type and number of outlets (receptacles): Grounded and ungrounded - typical

Limitations

Inspection limited/prevented by:Restricted access

I was unable to get the subpanel cover off in the garage and in the laundry room because of the restricted access.

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18. Restricted access 19. Restricted access

Recommendations

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Distribution fuses/breakers9. Condition: Double taps: I recommend that the double taps in the electrical panel be repaired by a licensed qualifiedelectrical contractor.One of the wires is too small for the breaker that it's going too and the wire has overheated. The abandoned wires shouldalso be properly capped and the connection made in the box to the left of the main panel should be properly made withwire nuts. All repairs should be made by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Upper left, lower rightTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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ELECTRICAL

20. Repair connection 21. Double taps: I recommend that the double...

22. Double taps: I recommend that the double...

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Panel wires10. Condition: The neutral and ground wires were bonded in the sub panel. In a sub panel these should be isolatedfrom each other. I recommend that this be corrected by a licensed qualified electrician.Also there is a wire going to the double throw 20 amp breaker that appears to have overheated at some point.Location: Garage subpanelTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Junction boxes11. Condition: MissingI recommend that the abandoned wires be terminated in a junction box.Location: Rear exterior, behind shop, below stairs, basement laundry area. shopTask: Repair

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Time: Immediate

23. Junction box needed.

24. Missing

25. Missing

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Outlets (receptacles)12. Condition: Ungrounded 3 Slot Outlets: Many of the 3-prong outlets were ungrounded. These should either begrounded, be replaced with 2-prong outlets, or have GFI receptacles installed. Consider updating the existing condition tomeet generally-accepted current safety standards.Location: Basement room at bottom of stairsTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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26. Ungrounded 3 Slot Outlets: Many of the...

13. Condition: GFCI protection needed: I recommend that the outlets in the following locations be repaired to be GFCIprotected. This should be done by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Garage, Kitchen, Main level bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

14. Condition: Reverse Polarity: I recommend that the outlets with reverse polarity in the following locations be repairedby a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Living room west wall, Dining area, Kitchen, Basement living roomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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27. Reverse Polarity: I recommend that the...

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Switches15. Condition: FaultyThere are 3 switches that control the light at the top of the stairs. When they are at certain positions the light doesn't workcorrectly. I recommend that this be further evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: StairwayTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediate

28. Faulty

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16. Condition: Location poor (near Bathtub or Shower Stall)The switches are too close to the shower stall. I recommend that the switches be moved to at least 3' away from the stallor that they be GFCI protected.Location: BasementTask: RepairTime: Immediate

29. Location poor (near Bathtub or Shower Stall)

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DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Cover plates17. Condition: I recommend that any missing cover-plates be installed.Location: Living room, Northeast bedroom, Garage, BasementTask: RepairTime: Immediate

30. I recommend that any missing cover-plates b...

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Lights18. Condition: Inoperative lights: I recommend that the bulbs be replaced in the inoperative lights in the followinglocations and if the lights still don't work that they be repaired by a licensed qualified electrical contractor.Location: Rear deck, Front entry, Laundry areaTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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31. Inoperative lights: I recommend that the...

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Carbon monoxide (CO) alarms (detectors)19. Condition: None present. A CO detector will need to be provided.Smoke alarms should also be installed in the hallways and bedrooms.Task: ProvideTime: Immediate

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HEATING

Description

System type: Electric Wall HeatNote: Rebates may be available through the PUD to upgrade your heating system.

Recommendations

General20. The masonry chimney cap is missing. I recommend that this be repaired by a licensed qualified masonry contractor.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

32. Missing masonry cap

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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Description

Attic/roof insulation material: Glass fiber

Attic/roof insulation amount/value: R-32

Attic/roof ventilation: Roof and soffit vents

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PLUMBING

Description

Water supply source: Public

Water flow and pressure: Functional

Water heater type: Conventional

Water heater location: Basement

Water heater fuel/energy source: Electric

Water heater manufacturer: RUUD

33. RUUD 34. RUUD

Water heater tank capacity: 50 gallons

Water heater approximate age: 5 years

Water heater typical life expectancy: 8 to 12 years

Hot water temperature (Generally accepted safe temp. is 120° F): 120° F

Waste disposal system: Public

Exterior hose bibb (outdoor faucet): The exterior hose bibbs are not frost free and will need to be protected fromfreezing in the winter.

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PLUMBING

Recommendations

SUPPLY PLUMBING \ Supply piping in building21. Condition: I recommend that dielectric fittings be installed where they are missing to protect the water pipes fromelectrolysis. This should be done by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.Location: Basement laundry areaTask: RepairTime: Immediate

35. I recommend that dielectric fittings be...

WATER HEATER \ Tank22. Condition: No earthquake straps: I recommend that earthquake straps be installed on the water heater.It also is missing a discharge tube for the TPR valve. I recommend that one be installed.Task: RepairTime: Immediate

WASTE PLUMBING \ Traps - installation23. Condition: Missing p-trap: The p-trap is missing in the following location(s). This will result in sewer gas enteringthe home. I recommend that this be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.There is a vent pipe coming out of the wall beside the basement shower. If this is a vent pipe it will also allow sewer gasto enter the home. Due to the plumbing deficiencies present in the basement laundry area and bathroom I recommendthat the plumbing in these areas be evaluated and repaired as needed by a licensed qualified plumbing contractor.Location: Basement Laundry Area and Bathroom.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

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36. Missing p-trap: The p-trap is missing in th... 37. Missing p-trap: The p-trap is missing in th...

38. Missing p-trap: The p-trap is missing in th...

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Shower stall24. Condition: The main level bathroom shower head sprays out of the shower stall. I recommend that this be repaired.Location: Main level bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

25. Condition: Missing drain cover: I recommend that the missing drain cover in the following location be provided.Location: Basement bathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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39. Missing drain cover: I recommend that the...

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INTERIOR

Description

General: The range, dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal, and refrigerator were checked and were functioning atthe time of the inspection.

General: Appliances are tested for basic function only. In the time of a home inspection it is not possible to check eachcycle of each appliance.

Major floor finishes: Carpet Laminate

Major wall and ceiling finishes: Plaster/drywall

Windows: Single/double hung Vinyl

Glazing: Double

Exterior doors - type/material: Hinged Sliding glass Plastic/fiberglass

Oven type: Conventional

Oven fuel: Electricity

Range fuel: Electricity

Laundry facilities: Hot/cold water supply 120-Volt outlet 240-Volt outlet Waste standpipe

Kitchen ventilation: Microwave/Rangehood

Kitchen ventilation: Recirculating type

Bathroom ventilation: Exhaust fan

Recommendations

WINDOWS \ Glass (glazing)26. Condition: Broken window: I recommend that the broken window be repaired by a licensed qualified glasscontractor.Location: GarageTask: ReplaceTime: Immediate

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40. Broken window: I recommend that the broken...

DOORS \ General27. Condition: DamageI recommend that the damaged door in the northeast bedroom be repaired or replaced.Location: Northeast bedroomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

DOORS \ Doors and frames28. Condition: Does not latch properlyI recommend that the north exterior door be repaired so the deadbolt will latch and that the damaged weatherstrip bereplaced.Location: NorthTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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41. Does not latch properly 42. Damaged weatherstrip

DOORS \ Hardware29. Condition: MissingI recommend that the missing door knob handle be installed. The door also binds.Location: Basement bathroomTask: ProvideTime: Discretionary

43. Missing

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INTERIOR

EXHAUST FANS \ Duct30. Condition: I recommend that the missing damper be installed.Location: Rear exterior below deckTask: RepairTime: Immediate

44. I recommend that the missing damper be instal

APPLIANCES \ Range31. Condition: There was no anti tip device installed on the range. I recommend these be installed to prevent injury tochildren and others.Task: RepairTime: Immediate

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INTERIOR

45. There was no anti tip device installed on...

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SITE INFO

Description

General: Inspectors present: Kenny Larsen and Mason Fox

General: Hidden defects may exist: A home inspection is limited only too what is visible, hidden defects may be presentwhere they cannot be seen.

General: We recommend that all repairs be made by licensed qualified professionals. When a professional is hired tomake a repair they are liable for the quality of the repair. When repairs are made by the homeowner we cannotdetermine the quality of the repair. When you opt to have Platinum Inspection Services do a re-inspection we are onlyable in most cases to determine if a repair was made not necessisarily if it was done to the highest standard.

Weather: Sunny

Approximate temperature: 66°

Occupancy: The home was vacant during the inspection.

Utilities: All utilities were on during the inspection.

Approximate inspection Start time: The inspection started at 8:00 a.m.

Approximate age of home: 79 years

Approximate date of construction: 1940

Approximate size of home: 1100 ft.²

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REFERENCE LIBRARY

The links below connect you to a series of documents that will help you understand your home and how it works. Theseare in addition to links attached to specific items in the report.

Click on any link to read about that system.

01. ROOFING, FLASHINGS AND CHIMNEYS

02. EXTERIOR

03. STRUCTURE

04. ELECTRICAL

05. HEATING

06. COOLING/HEAT PUMPS

07. INSULATION

08. PLUMBING

09. INTERIOR

10. APPLIANCES

11. LIFE CYCLES AND COSTS

12. SUPPLEMENTARY

Asbestos

Radon

Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI)

Lead

Carbon Monoxide

Mold

Household Pests

Termites and Carpenter Ants

13. HOME SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE

14. MORE ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS

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