Some examples of the condition of house component system we inspected

Roofing:

Condition: Old/Worn out

Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure

Location: Roof

Task: Replace

Time: Immediate.

Condition: Granular Loss

Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure

Location: Roof

Task: Replace

Time: As soon as possible.

 

 

 

 

Exterior:

Siding

Condition: Mechanical Damage

Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure is high

Location: Exterior-Right side

Task: Repair/Replace

Time: Immediate

Window well

Condition: Missing

Implication(s): Water may enter into the building and damage contents, finishes and/or structure.

Location: Exterior-Left side

Task: Provide

Time: If necessary

 

 

 

Structure:

Condition: Honeycombing and leak

Implication(s): Weakens structure and water damage to the house contents

Location: Basement

Task: Further evaluation from structural engineer and repair

Time: Immediate

 

Condition: Basement leak

Implication(s): Weakens structure and water damage to the house contents

Location: Basement

Task: Further evaluation from structural engineer and repair

Time: Immediate

 

Electrical:

Condition: Exposed electrical wire

Implication(s): Electric shock

Location: Basement

Task: Correct- Consult certified electrician and correct it immediately

Time: Immediate

  

Heating:

Condition: Condensation in furnace – It happened due to leak from humidifier located above furnace.

Implication(s): No heating

Location: Basement- Utility room

Task: Service/Clean

Time: Immediate

 

Plumbing:

Hot Water Tank

Condition: Near the end of its life

Implication(s): No hot water

Location: Basement- Utility room

Task: Replace

Time: Immediate

 

Drain pipe

Condition: Previous leak and poor repair

Implication(s): Leak and damage house contents and finishes

Location: First floor Kitchen

Task: Repair/replace

Time: Immediate.

 

Insulation:

Condition: Voids or Gaps

Implication(s): Increased heating and cooling costs, reduced comfort

Location: Basement- Utility room

Task: Correct

Time: As necessary

 

Interior:

Plaster/Drywall

Condition: Cracked

Note: Plaster cracks are common in older home, especially around door and window openings.

Implication(s): Cosmetic defect

Location: First floor front bedroom

Task: Repair

Time: When renovating