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INSPECTION

Residential Inspection Report

Inspection Address

2/40 Grove Street, Atlanta, GA

30319

Inspection Date

3/9/06 Prepared By

HomesSafe Inspection 1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway Suite 201 Atlanta, GA

30338

Office: 770.804.0640 Fax:

678.547.3091

Report: 06-DMG-Zeeman-039 Inspector: Dallas Gamble

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Report Summary RECOMMENDATION HIGHLIGHTS AND SUMMARY The following is a synopsis of the potentially significant improvements that should be budgeted for over the short term. Other significant improvements, outside the scope of this inspection, may also be necessary. Please refer to the body of this report

for further details on these and other recommendations.

MAJOR CONCERNS 1.

NOTE: The water supply pipe to the home is made of polybutylene. The material appears to originate at the water meter, enters the home through the foundation wall, and is coupled in the crawlspace with the home's copper piping. No issues

were observed at the time of the inspection, but this type of pipe typically does not provide warning of imminent failure.

SAFETY ISSUES 2. 3.

Repair, Safety Issue: Loose deck railing should be repaired. Its repair will improve safety. Repair, Safety Issue: Tripping hazard. The driveway/walkway have vertical offset(s) of 1/8” or more in height and are trip hazard(s). This condition should be repaired for improved safety. Issue noted near the back left corner of the driveway.

REPAIR ITEMS 4.

Repair: Evidence of termite damage was observed. No live termites were observed. All damaged wood should be repaired or replaced. Issue noted in the framing of the crawlspace door.

5.

Repair: The crawlspace door is in poor condition due to exposure to the elements and should be replaced.

6.

Improve: Debris should be removed from the roofing to reduce risk of leaks and early roof wear.

7.

Repair: Minor repairs to the roofing are needed. Damaged or missing roofing material should be repaired. All roof penetrations should be examined and sealed as necessary. Issue noted at the front of the home where the overhanging tree

has caused damage to the shingles. This tree should be trimmed to prevent this problem in the future. 8.

Repair: Localized rot was observed in the siding. Following repair of the damaged areas (which should be combined with exterior painting/maintenance) proper maintenance of the siding and control of water from roof or surface runoff can

avoid further damage. Issue noted with the front entry railing, the chimney trim boards, and the lower right hand side of the exterior door to the deck. 9.

Repair: Inoperative ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet(s) observed. Circuit(s) should be repaired.

Issue noted

in the garage. 10. Repair: Electrical outlets are loose and should be re-secured to the wall framing. Issue noted behind the living room

couch and on the left side of the living room television. 11. Repair: Inoperative light fixture. The bulb may be at fault; however if the bulb works in another light fixture, then check the light switch, the light fixture, and finally check the branch circuit. Issue noted with an overhead light in the office,

over the kitchen sink, and over the cooktop/oven. 12. Repair: Loose, damaged, or missing sections of floor insulation above the crawl space should be repaired. 13. Repair: The kitchen cooktop downdraft ductwork was disconnected in the crawlspace and should be repaired. 14. Repair: The master bathroom shower stall is leaking where the glass wall meets the tiled lower wall. Client is advised to

have the entire shower re-caulked to prevent further water issues. 15. Repair: Mis-aligned door(s) stick or do not close. Door(s) should be adjusted to work properly. Issue noted with the

master bedroom closet, master bedroom, and master bathroom. 16. Repair: The refrigerator light is inoperative. Issue noted where the ice and water exit through the door. 17. Repair: The flashing is damaged and should be repaired to avoid leaks. Issue noted with the left hand (if looking at the rear of the home) metal chimney on the rear section of the roof.

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1. Repair: Deteriorated sections of fencing should be repaired or replaced as necessary. Issue noted primarily with the back wall of the fence as it is leaning heavily away from the house. ITEMS TO MONITOR

2. Monitor: Shrubs and trees should be a minimum of two (2) feet from the house to prevent moisture damage and/or mechanical wear on the exterior.

3. Monitor: The older water heater appears to be in use for a minimum of seven years. Water heaters have a average life time of about 10 years, but it can be as short as 7 or as long as 12 years. The older water heater will probably reach the end of its useful life within the next five years. Although not an immediate concern, be aware that a replacement will be needed in the foreseeable future.

4. Monitor: The window(s) are painted shut. Issue noted in the master bedroom, guest bedroom, office, and kitchen breakfast area.

THE HOUSE OVERVIEW There are minor maintenance recommendations for this well built home. As with all homes, there is always ongoing maintenance and improvements to the systems of the home. Please note that the structure has been carefully evaluated and that any inspection increases the possibility of discovering routine maintenance problems. Therefore, any recommended improvements, in all probability, are normal for a home of this age and location.

DEFINITION OF KEY INSPECTION INDUSTRY TERMS For your convenience, here are the definitions of building inspection industry standard terms used in this report. Major Concern: Refers to a deficient or unsafe system or component. Significant deficiencies need to be corrected and, except for typical safety items, are likely to involve significant expense. Safety Issue: A violation of national or regionally established safety standards and should be corrected. Repair: Refers to an excessively worm, non-functioning, or missing component of a system. Generally, corrective action is required to assure proper functioning and improve system reliability. Improve or Discretionary Improvement: Suggestions on including features in your home that are found in many other houses.

Monitor: Refers to a worn, but functioning system component that may need further evaluation. Most likely, repairs will be necessary in the foreseeable future. Please note that those observations listed under “Discretionary Improvements” are considerations for improvements that would be cost effective in the long run or improvements that would make the home significantly more comfortable.

SCOPE OF A VISUAL INSPECTION All house structure components designated for inspection in the ASHI® Standards of Practice are inspected in addition to the home appliances. Items not inspected are described in the “Limitations of Inspection” sections within this report. Home inspection is designed to offer the home buyer additional information that will reduce risk and assist in making the buying decision. Not all improvements will be identified during this inspection. Unexpected repairs should still be anticipated. The inspection should not be considered a guarantee or warranty of any kind. This is a visual inspection supported with advanced instrumentation including infrared thermography. However, only a representative sample of building components are viewed in areas that are accessible at the time of the inspection. No destructive testing or dismantling of building components is performed. If wood destroying insects are suspected, you may give permission to drill holes for visual confirmation of the insects. Please refer to the pre-inspection contract for a full explanation of the scope of the inspection. STRUCTURE ORIENTATION For the purpose of this report, it is assumed that the house faces East. This confidential report is prepared exclusively for Sarah Zeeman © 2006 HomeSafe Inspection

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STRUCTURE USE

Occupied house. Occupied dwellings with furniture as well as storage of occupant's property restrict access to areas normally inspected and, therefore, limit the scope of a visual inspection. The inspector is not liable for deficiencies in structures or components hidden by furniture, occupant's storage, or other property that otherwise would have been normally accessible to a visual inspection.

WEATHER CONDITIONS Conditions were dry at the time of the inspection. The estimated outside temperature was approximately 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

RECENT WEATHER CONDITIONS Weather conditions leading up to the inspection have been relatively dry.

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Structure DESCRIPTION OF STRUCTURE Foundation Type:

¢ Poured Concrete Walls

Foundation Visibility:

e 70% of the foundation was visible.

Basement Type:

e None

Columns/Pier Type:

e Metal

Crawlspace:

e Accessible

Floor Structure:

¢ Wood Joists

Wall Structure:

© Wood Frame

Ceiling Structure:

e Joists and Rafters

Roof Structure:

¢ OSB or Wafer Board Sheathing

All of the above components were in satisfactory condition unless noted below.

STRUCTURE OBSERVATIONS The construction of the home appears to be good quality. The materials and workmanship, where visible, are good. The visible joist spans appear to be within typical construction practices. The inspection process did not reveal evidence of substantial structural movement.

No major defects were observed in the accessible structural components of the house.

OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Foundation

No visible defects were noted in the foundation.

Foundation Inspection Limitation(s): There were no additional foundation specific inspection limitations. Crawl Space

Repair: The crawlspace door is in poor condition due to exposure to the elements and should be replaced.

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