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Inspector: Sean Thornton

 

This report published on Wednesday, November 07, 2012 2:28:36 PM CST

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How to Read this Report This report is organized by the property's functional areas.  Within each functional area, descriptive information is listed first and is shown in bold type.  Items of concern follow descriptive information. Concerns are shown and sorted according to these types:

Property Inspection ReportClient(s): Timony Winstead, Jeffery Winstead

Property address: 396 Saint Ives Drive, Madison, MSInspection date: 11/5/2012

 

Wood Destroying Organism Concerns Concerns relating to wood destroying organisms are shown as follows:

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Type of building: Single family Age of building: 4 Years Present during inspection: Clients, Property owners Occupied: Yes Weather conditions: Rain Temperature: Cool Ground condition: Wet Front of structure faces: West Main entrance faces: West Foundation type: Slab on grade The following items are excluded from this inspection: Security system

Primary service type: Underground Primary service overload protection type: Circuit breakers Service amperage (amps): 200 Service voltage (volts): 120/240 Location of sub panels: Two interior sub panels; one located in the attic; one located downstairs adjacent to the kitchen. Location of main disconnect: No single main disconnect, use all breakers in main service panel Service entrance conductor material: Aluminum Main disconnect rating (amps): Not applicable, no single main disconnect Branch circuit wiring type: Non-metallic sheathed Solid strand aluminum branch circuit wiring present: No

1) Neutral wires are doubled or bundled together on the neutral bus bar. This is a safety hazard since the bolt or screw may tighten securely against one wire, but leave others loose. This is also unsafe due to the need to turn off multiple circuit breakers to work on any of the circuits using these wires. A licensed electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.

Safety Poses a risk of injury or death 

Repair/Replace Recommend repairing or replacing 

Repair/Maintain Recommend repair and/or maintenance 

Minor Defect Correction likely involves only a minor expense 

Maintain Recommend ongoing maintenance 

Evaluate Recommend evaluation by a specialist 

Comment For your information 

Damage Damage caused by wood destroying insects or organisms (Rot, carpenter ant galleries, etc.) 

 

General information

 

Electric service

Photo 27   Sub panel located in the attic

Photo 28   Location of doubled or bundled neutrals

Photo 29   Close-up of doubled or bundled neutrals

Photo 37   Sub panel located on the first floor

Photo 38   Location of doubled or bundled neutrals

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Footing material: Poured in place concrete Foundation material: Poured in place concrete Apparent wall structure: Wood frame Wall covering: Brick veneer Driveway material: Poured in place concrete Sidewalk material: Paving stones Exterior door material: Glass panel

3) Rot was found in one soffit board. A licensed contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary, replacing all rotten wood.

Close-up of the doubled or bundled neutrals

Photo 2   Infrared scans of the electrical panels indicated temperatures that were within the normal range with no hotspots or overheating found.

 

Exterior

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4) There was a gap in the brick veneer at one area around the exterior. Gaps should be sealed as necessary to prevent moisture intrusion and entry by vermin.

The soffit board was damaged at the area indicated

Photo 17   Close-up of the damaged soffit board

Photo 11   There was a small gap at the location indicated

5) Minor cracks (1/8 inch or less) were found in the brick veneer. These don't appear to be a structural concern, but recommend sealing them to prevent water infiltration.

Photo 19   Close-up of the gap

Photo 15   Minor cracks located at the garage corners where indicated

Photo 14   Close-up of left side

Photo 16   Close-up of the right side

Photo 22   Minor crack located in this area above the rear patio

6) Caulk is missing or deteriorated in one area around a rear window and should be replaced and/or applied where necessary.

Inspection method: Traversed Roof structure type: Rafters Ceiling structure: Ceiling beams Insulation material: Fiberglass loose fill Insulation depth: 10-12 Inches Insulation estimated R value: 30

7) Wire splices are exposed due to not being contained in a covered junction box. This is a safety

door

Photo 21   Close-up of the area

Photo 20   Gap in the caulk around a rear window near the southeast corner

 

Attic

hazard due to the risk of shock and fire. A licensed electrician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. For example, install securely mounted junction boxes with cover plates where needed to contain wiring splices.

Roof inspection method: Viewed from eaves on ladder Roof type: Hipped Roof covering: Asphalt or fiberglass composition shingles Estimated age of roof: 4 Years Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum Roof ventilation: Adequate

8) Debris has accumulated in several areas in the gutters. This may cause gutters to overflow and increase water contact with the structure's exterior and foundation. Gutters should be cleaned now and as necessary in the future.

Photo 32   Close-up of the exposed splice

Photo 33   Splice located in this area at the rear of the attic access in the upstairs hallway

 

Roof

9) Debris such as leaves, needles, sticks, etc. have accumulated on the roof. Debris should be cleaned from the roof now and as necessary in the future.

Water pressure (psi): 56 Location of main water shut-off valve: At the street Location of main water meter: At the street Location of main fuel shut-off: Exterior South end wall Water service: Public Service pipe material: Not visible Supply pipe material: Copper, Polyethelene Vent pipe material: Plastic Drain pipe material: Plastic Waste pipe material: Plastic

Photo 18   This is the gutter above the damaged soffit in the front of the house.

Photo 25   Roof area located along the rear of the house

 

Plumbing and laundry

10) One ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electric receptacle located in the laundry room did not trip when tested with the inspector's test instrument. These devices should trip when tested with a test instrument in addition to tripping via the test buttons on the receptacles. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.

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12) The upstairs bath shows signs of condensation stains on the walls. This may be due to a deficiency in the exhaust fan and vent, the type of wall finish or a combination of these. Changes should be made to control any buildup of condensation and by a qualified contractor if necessary.

Photo 46   This receptacle in the laundry room did not trip when tested with the tester

Photo 13   Water pressure reading measured at an outside faucet

 

Bathrooms

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13) Minor cracks were found in walls in one area. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the clients may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons.

Estimated age: 4 Years Type: Instantaneous Energy source: Natural gas Water temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 114

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Interior rooms

Photo 44   Minor crack in wall of upstairs closet

 

Water heater

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Estimated age: 6 Years Primary heating system energy source: Natural gas Primary heat system type: Forced air Primary A/C energy source: Electric Primary Air conditioning type: Split system Manufacturer: Trane Filter location: In return air duct below furnace

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Photo 8   View of one of the exterior vents for the tank-less water heating system.

Photo 1   Water temperature measured using infrared

 

Heating and cooling

Photo 23   Two of the three exterior AC units

Photo 24   Data plate on the exterior units indicating the date of manufacture

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Fireplace type: Metal prefabricated

17) Two "Vent-free" gas fireplaces are installed.

Two of the three interior gas furnaces located in the attic

Photo 31   Single furnace located in the attic

 

Fireplaces, woodstoves and chimneys

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Photo 3   North side

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Front view

Photo 6   South side

Photo 7   Utilities and AC unit on the south side

Photo 9   Rear and patio area

Photo 10   Rear and patio area

Photo 12   North side

Photo 26   Roof surfaces

Photo 36   Kitchen

Photo 40   Living area

Photo 41   Dining room entrance

Photo 42   Living area

Photo 43   Master bath

Photo 45   Study

Photo 47   Kitchen

Photo 48   Hood over cook top

Photo 49   Game room

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Photo 55   Attached garage