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629 Burnett Ave S, Renton, WA 98057

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RW West ConsultantsProperty Inspection Report

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629 Burnett Ave S, Renton, WA 98057Inspection prepared for: FAIRA

Real Estate Agent: -

Date of Inspection: 5/12/2017 Time: 1:30 PM Age of Home: 1926 Size: 1980

Weather: Rain 56 degreesOrder ID: 1977

Front door faces East for orientation purposes only.

Inspector: Dee Robert InmanWa. St. Home Inspector License #1459, FAA UAS Pilot License #3976466

Email: [email protected]

RW West Consultants 629 Burnett Ave S, Renton, WA

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Inspection Details We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entireInspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questionsyou may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are stillavailable to you for any questions you may have, throughout the entire closing process.Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report is based on an inspectionof the visible portion of the structure; inspection may be limited by vegetation and possessions. Depending upon the age of the property, some items like GFCI outlets may not be installed; thisreport will focus on safety and function, not current code. This report identifies specific non-code,non-cosmetic concerns that the inspector feels may need further investigation or repair. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repairany critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommendthat you or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately beforeclosing to check the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. Red Notes Denote serious, safety or items that require further investigationBlue notes denote minor or maintenance itemGreen note denote locations and shutoff valves

1. AttendanceIn Attendance: Seller present

2. Home TypeHome Type: Basement Two Story

3. OccupancyOccupancy:• Occupied - Furnished• The utilities were on at the time of inspection.


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General Exterior Note 1. Exterior NoteObservations:• North Elevation• South Elevation• East Elevation• West Elevation

||2||East Elevation ||2||North Elevation

||2||West Elevation ||2||South Elevation


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Exterior Areas 1. Siding ConditionSiding, paint and caulk appeared in good condition overall. • Period Cement board siding.Observations:• Some siding damaged in areas throughout. In good condition overall. Recommend repairs atdamaged areas• Recommend sealing all penetrations to prevent water intrusion.• Some types of cement board siding from this period contain asbestos. Testing for asbestos isbeyond the scope of a home inspection• Downdraft duct needs termination and siding repaired. Recommend cover to prevent pest entry.

Downdraft duct needs termination and sidingrepaired

Some siding damaged in areas throughout Recommend sealing penetrations


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2. GuttersGutters appeared in fair condition overall.Observations:• Recommend installing splashblocks or extensions to divert water minimum 3 feet away from thefoundation. Extensions longer than 3 feet may be required if grade slopes toward the house whereslpash blocks or extension end.• Leaking gutters, recommend condition are investigated further and corrected.• Gutter sagging at East side. Recommend further investigation and repairs.

Gutter sagging and loose Needs splashblock at south side

Gutter leaking at seams. West side3. Driveway and Walkway ConditionConcrete sidewalks and driveways appeared in good condition overall. • Concrete sidewalksappeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Cracking at the driveway/sidewalk does not appear unusual.• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios are potential tripping hazards, recommendconditions are corrected.


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4. SoffitSoffits and eaves appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Soffit at cantilever needs fastening. Recommend corrections to prevent pest entry


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Soffit at cantilever needs fastening5. Door/WindowExterior doors appeared in operable condition, at time of inspection. • Threshold and jambsappeared in good condition overall. • Window frames and sills appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Some peeling at south window. Recommend further investigation and repairs


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Some peeling at south window6. GradingGrading appeared in good condition overall.

7. ElectricalExterior outlets operate. • Exterior lights attached to the house operate overall.Observations:• Exterior outlets are not GFI protected. Strongly recommend further investigation and correction bylicensed electrical contractor.


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8. Cable FeedsMaterials: Primary Service is Overhead Service Drop

9. Gas ConditionMeter located at North side. Main Gas shutoff is located to the lower left of the meter.


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Main Gas Shutoff10. Exterior Faucet ConditionExterior faucets were in operable condition overall.

11. Pressure75 psi

75 psi12. Gate ConditionMaterials: WoodObservations:• Fences are NOT INCLUDED as part of a home inspection.


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Porches 1. Porch1East

2. PorchPorch surface and Visible framing appeared in good condition overall. • Guardrail appeared secure.• Handrail appeared secure.Observations:• Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should be configured so that a hand maygrasp around a rail for safety.


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Decks 1. Deck1West

2. DeckGuardrail appeared secure.Observations:• Recommend adding vents at deck crawl area to provide ventilation.• Recommend removing all debris and installing vapor barrier to prevent excessive moisture atframing members• Handrail not present, normally there should be a handrail when there are 4 or more stairs as asafety precaution.• There is a whitish and or darkened coloration that possibly could be a fungal/mold growth.Conditions are generally a result of excessive moisture at some point or inadequate ventilation.Testing may include surface sampling and air quality testing. Treating/remediation and correctionmoisture conditions will help prevent future occurrences. Recommend testing be performed.• Dryer duct disconnected under deck area. Recommend ducting to outside air to preventexcessive moisture at deck framing.

Fungal growth


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Dryer duct disconnected

Fungus forming under deck


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Exterior Stairs 1. StairSteps appeared uniform.Observations:• There is no handrail or guardrail, recommend installing handrail when there are 4 or more stepsas a safety precaution.

Recommend guardrail and handrail


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Roof 1. Roof ConditionArchitectural Composition shingle. • Torch Down composition material, average life span is 15years. • Roof surface is appeared in good condition overall. • Inspected from drone.Type Average life span 30 years for this type surface with proper maintenance and care.

2. FlashingFlashing appeared in good condition overall.

3. ChimneyBrick masonry chimney appeared in good condition overall, chimney height was adequate overall.


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Attic 1 1. AtticObservations:• Attic sealed shut; not inspected.


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General Interior Note 1. General NotesMaterials: Windows in the home are Double panel insulated glass windows. Any deficiencies arenoted in each room section for accessible windows • some windows in the home are single paneglass


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Living Room 1. LocationLocation East

2. Living RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate.


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Kitchen 1. Kitchen RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. Sink and faucets are in operable conditionoverall. Cabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

2. Counter ConditionQuartzite counter tops are in good condition.

3. CabinetCabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

4. DisposalDisposal operates overall.

5. DishwasherDishwasher was in operable condition.

6. Stove/OvenStove/oven were in operable condition overall.


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Oven is operable7. RefrigeratorRefrigerator was in operable condition.

Refrigerator temp Freezer temp8. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

9. ElectricalObservations:• No GFCI protection present, strongly recommend conditions are investigated further andcorrected as required by licensed electrical contractor.

10. Vent ConditionDowndraft Vent fan appears to exhaust to the exterior.

11. HeatingHeat register operates.


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Hall Bathroom1 1. LocationMaterials: 1st Floor

2. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.Observations:• No mirror installed at the time of inspection

3. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of water sources.

4. CabinetsCabinet doors are in operable condition overall.

5. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.Observations:• Exhaust fan vibrates or is excessively noisy. The fan may eventually need to be replaced tocorrect this condition.

6. FloorsIndividual laminate square Flooring is in good condition overall.


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Some gaps at flooring7. TubTub and shower were in good condition overall.

8. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

9. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.

10. HeatingHeat lamp operates.


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Bedroom 1 1. LocationLocation Northwest

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.


4. DoorsObservations:• Guides missing at the base of closet door.


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Bedroom 2 1. LocationLocation Northeast

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.


4. DoorsObservations:• Guides missing at the base of closet door.


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Stairs Leading to 2nd Floor 1. StairSteps appeared uniform.Observations:• There is no handrail present, normally there should be a handrail when there are 4 or more stairsas a safety precaution.


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Bonus Room 1. LocationLocation Top Floor

2. Bonus RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates. • Guardrail Appeared secure


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Basement/Foundation 1. LocationBasement

2. FoundationContinuous concrete foundation visible portion appeared in good condition overall. • Basement andconcrete slab foundation. • Vertical Cracking at concrete foundation 1/8th inch or less is typicallynot unusualObservations:• Cracking at the concrete floor does not appear unusual.

Foundation crack does not appear unusual3. DrainageBasement area was dry, there were no visible indications of water penetration presently • Sumppump was in operable condition overall.Observations:• Sump pump does not plug into GFCI protected outlet. Recommend conditions are investigatedfurther and corrected.• Hose is kinked. Will not discharge. Recommend further investigation and corrections• Sump pump discharges into sanitary sewer. This typically is not allowed by most municipalities.Recommend further investigation and corrections


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Hose is kinked. Will not discharge4. FramingVisible framing appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Post and beam connections not gusseted or strapped, recommend conditions are corrected.

Recommend strapping post to beam5. RodentNo visible indications of Rodent Activity.

6. ElectricalObservations:• Switch covers missing, recommend cover plates are installed.


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Needs coverplate


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Basement Laundry Room 1. LocationBasement

2. ConditionCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.

3. ElectricalObservations:• No GFCI protection present,, strongly recommend GFCI outlets are installed as a safetyprecaution.

4. DryerThere is a place for dryer to exhaust to the exterior. • 220 volt electrical service for electric dryer.

5. Floor ConditionConcrete Flooring is in good condition overall.

6. SinkSink is in operable condition overall.


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7. WasherMaterials: Washer appeared to be in operable condition. • Washer faucets were in operablecondition, no visible leakage.


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Heat/AC 1. Heating TypeGas forced air furnace. There was good air flow at the heat registers and cold air returns overall.

2. Heater Location The furnace is located in the basementFurnace is Trane brand • 21 years of age approximately, average life span is 18 to 22 years.Observations:• The heating unit has reached its designed life expectancy. We make no warranty, guarantee orestimation as to the remaining useful life of this unit.

3. Heating conditionObservations:• Furnace was serviced within the last year according to service sticker. Furnace should beserviced annually.

All heat registers tested and have heat


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4. VentingObservations:• Recommend screening to prevent pest entry

Recommend screening5. FiltersLocation: Right side of furnace filter locationObservations:• Washable aluminum mesh and flanged filters in the electronic air filter should be routinelychecked and cleaned approximately once every 2 months.• Electronic air cleaner did not operate, recommend conditions are investigated further andcorrected as required by licensed HVAC contractor.


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Filter location


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Plumbing/Water Heater1 1. PlumbingWater lines were PEX plastic. • Drain and waste lines were plastic.Observations:• Sewer scoping is recommended by licensed company due to age of home or trees in proximity ofdrain line.

2. Water Heater ConditionHeater Type: Electric water heater. • 50 gallons

Water temp at kitchen sink 111 degrees

3. AgeWater heater is less than 1 year of age, average life is 10 to 12 years


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4. ConditionSeismic straps are in place.Observations:• Water heater does not have a drip pan, at a minimum, recommend installing leak alarm sensor atthe base of the water heater.• Expansion tank is not in place. This is a hazardous condition on closed water systems.Recommend conditions are investigated further and corrected as required by licensed plumbingcontractor.

5. TPRV ConditionTemperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR Valve) present.


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Electrical 1 1. LocationMaterials: Located in the Basement

2. Electrical200 AMP service, 4/0 Aluminum service entrance wires.


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3. GroundingElectrical service is grounded.Observations:• Bonding of the electrical services not connected. Recommend further investigation andcorrections• Bonding cable needs connecting. There is no effective bonding at gas line


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Bonding cable needs connecting4. Wiring TypeBreaker system present. Wiring sizes conform to breaker sizes overall. Smaller branch circuit wiringis copper.Observations:• White neutral wires connected to circuit breakers should be black or red taped to designate theyare hot, recommend further investigation and correction by licensed electrical contractor.


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Garage 1. ConditionWalls and ceilings appeared in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixturesoperate overall. Flooring is concrete, visible portions in good condition overall. • Outlets are GFIprotected at walls.Observations:• Attic sealed shut; not inspected.

West elevation North elevation

East elevation South elevation


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2. Floor ConditionMaterials: Flooring is concrete, appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Cracking at the floor does not appear unusual.

3. ElectricalObservations:• Outlet and plate missing, recommend correction as a safety precaution.

Needs coverplate4. DoorsEntry door is in operable condition overall.

5. Garage DoorsManual garage door operates and locks.


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Shutoffs 1. Shutoff LocationsObservations:• Water heater water line shutoff is located above the water heater.• Furnace gas shutoff is located to the left of the furnace.• Furnace disconnect is located to the left of the furnace at the ceiling.• Main water shutoff is located on the south wall of the basement.

||2||Water heater water line shutoff is locatedabove the water heater.

||2||Main water shutoff is located on the south wallof the basement

||2||Furnace gas shutoff is located to the left of thefurnace.

||2||Furnace disconnect is located to the left of thefurnace.


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Equipment 1. Appliances/EquipmentObservations:• Stove• Oven• Refrigerator• Dishwasher• Disposal• Water Heater• Furnace

||2||Dishwasher ||2||Refrigerator

||2||Disposal ||2||Stove


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||2||Water Heater


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Report SummaryReport Summary

The summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safetyhazard, a deficiency requiring a major expense to correct or items I would like to draw extra attentionto. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects the opinion ofthe inspector. Please review all pages of the report as the summary alone does not explain all of theissues. All repairs should be done by a licensed & bonded tradesman or qualified professional. Irecommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done.Exterior AreasPage 3 Item: 1 Siding Condition • Some types of cement board siding from this period contain

asbestos. Testing for asbestos is beyond the scope of ahome inspection• Downdraft duct needs termination and siding repaired.Recommend cover to prevent pest entry.

Page 4 Item: 3 Driveway andWalkway Condition

• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios arepotential tripping hazards, recommend conditions arecorrected.

Page 5 Item: 4 Soffit • Soffit at cantilever needs fastening. Recommend correctionsto prevent pest entry

Page 7 Item: 7 Electrical • Exterior outlets are not GFI protected. Strongly recommendfurther investigation and correction by licensed electricalcontractor.

PorchesPage 11 Item: 2 Porch • Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should

be configured so that a hand may grasp around a rail forsafety.

DecksPage 12 Item: 2 Deck • Handrail not present, normally there should be a handrail

when there are 4 or more stairs as a safety precaution.• There is a whitish and or darkened coloration that possiblycould be a fungal/mold growth. Conditions are generally aresult of excessive moisture at some point or inadequateventilation. Testing may include surface sampling and airquality testing. Treating/remediation and correction moistureconditions will help prevent future occurrences. Recommendtesting be performed.• Dryer duct disconnected under deck area. Recommendducting to outside air to prevent excessive moisture at deckframing.

Exterior StairsPage 14 Item: 1 Stair • There is no handrail or guardrail, recommend installing

handrail when there are 4 or more steps as a safetyprecaution.

KitchenPage 21 Item: 9 Electrical • No GFCI protection present, strongly recommend conditions

are investigated further and corrected as required by licensedelectrical contractor.

Stairs Leading to 2nd FloorPage 26 Item: 1 Stair • There is no handrail present, normally there should be a

handrail when there are 4 or more stairs as a safetyprecaution.


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Basement/FoundationPage 29 Item: 3 Drainage • Sump pump does not plug into GFCI protected outlet.

Recommend conditions are investigated further andcorrected.• Hose is kinked. Will not discharge. Recommend furtherinvestigation and corrections• Sump pump discharges into sanitary sewer. This typically isnot allowed by most municipalities. Recommend furtherinvestigation and corrections

Page 29 Item: 6 Electrical • Switch covers missing, recommend cover plates areinstalled.

Basement Laundry RoomPage 31 Item: 3 Electrical • No GFCI protection present,, strongly recommend GFCI

outlets are installed as a safety precaution.Heat/ACPage 33 Item: 2 Heater • The heating unit has reached its designed life expectancy.

We make no warranty, guarantee or estimation as to theremaining useful life of this unit.

Page 34 Item: 4 Venting • Recommend screening to prevent pest entryPage 34 Item: 5 Filters • Electronic air cleaner did not operate, recommend conditions

are investigated further and corrected as required by licensedHVAC contractor.

Plumbing/Water Heater1Page 37 Item: 4 Condition • Expansion tank is not in place. This is a hazardous condition

on closed water systems. Recommend conditions areinvestigated further and corrected as required by licensedplumbing contractor.

Electrical 1Page 39 Item: 3 Grounding • Bonding of the electrical services not connected.

Recommend further investigation and corrections• Bonding cable needs connecting. There is no effectivebonding at gas line

GaragePage 42 Item: 3 Electrical • Outlet and plate missing, recommend correction as a safety

precaution.

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