Inspection Report

Mr. Noah Buildarc

Property Address:
40 Rainy Lane
Acworth, GA 30101

Legacy Home Inspections, LLC

Randy Stephens
2410 Brookgreen Commons
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-363-3636


Date: 8/25/2006 Time: 8:00 AM Report ID: 0101001
Property:
40 Rainy Lane
Acworth, GA 30101
 Customer:
Mr. Noah Buildarc		 Real Estate Professional:

Comment Key or Definitions

The following definitions of comment descriptions represent this inspection report. All comments by the inspector should be considered before purchasing this home. Any recommendations by the inspector to repair or replace suggests a second opinion or further inspection by a qualified contractor. All costs associated with further inspection fees and repair or replacement of item, component or unit should be considered before you purchase the property.

All locations will be described by facing the front of the home from the exterior.

This report will contain statements that are coded by color:

Black: General information or description of item that may be minor.

Green:  Describes the location of a certain item, i.e. Main water shutoff

Blue:  Items that may need repair or further evaluation.

Red:  Items that are a safety concern and/or hazard.

Age Of Home:
Over 10 Years

Client Is Present:
No

Weather:
Cloudy
Temperature:
Over 65



1. Roofing

The home inspector shall observe: Roof covering; Roof drainage systems; Flashings; Skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations; and Signs of' leaks or abnormal condensation on building components. The home inspector shall: Describe the type of roof covering materials; and Report the methods used to observe the roofing. The home inspector is not required to: Walk on the roofing; or Observe attached accessories including but not limited to solar systems, antennae, and lightning arrestors.

Styles & Materials
Roof Covering:
3-Tab fiberglass
Viewed roof covering from:
Walked roof
Binoculars
Sky Light(s):
None
Chimney (exterior):
N/A
Inspection Items
1.0 ROOF COVERINGS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Roof shingles are "sliding" off of roof  sheathing.  Certain inspected shingles did not have proper nailing pattern and/or nails penetrated through shingles.  Recommend licensed roofing contractor for further evaluation and repair, possibly re-roofing.
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(2) These areas are all water intrusions.  Recommend licensed roofer to further evaluate entire roof and repair.
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1.1 FLASHINGS
 Comments: Inspected
1.2 SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS
 Comments: Inspected
1.3 ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Ground is very soft around right rear downspout.  Recommend installing extension to divert water away from foundation and preventing water intrusion into the interior of the home.
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(2) Depression in the ground around downspout at front left corner of home.  Recommend installing extension to divert water away from foundation and preventing water intrusion into the interior of the home.
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(3) Recommend moving extension to divert water away from foundation of home and from a/c unit.
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(4) Gutter system is failing at rear of home.  Gutters around home need to be cleaned out to prevent improper drainage and overflow of water into the eaves.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation and repair.
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The roof of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Roof coverings and skylights can appear to be leak proof during inspection and weather conditions. Our inspection makes an attempt to find a leak but sometimes cannot. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


2. Exterior

The home inspector shall observe: Wall cladding, flashings, and trim; Entryway doors and a representative number of windows; Garage door operators; Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, areaways, porches and applicable railings; Eaves, soffits, and fascias; and Vegetation, grading, drainage, driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls with respect to their effect on the condition of the building. The home inspector shall: Describe wall cladding materials; Operate all entryway doors and a representative number of windows; Operate garage doors manually or by using permanently installed controls for any garage door operator; Report whether or not any garage door operator will automatically reverse or stop when meeting reasonable resistance during closing; and Probe exterior wood components where deterioration is suspected. The home inspector is not required to observe: Storm windows, storm doors, screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories; Fences; Presence of safety glazing in doors and windows; Garage door operator remote control transmitters; Geological conditions; Soil conditions; Recreational facilities (including spas, saunas, steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, playground equipment, and other exercise, entertainment, or athletic facilities); Detached buildings or structures; or Presence or condition of buried fuel storage tanks. The home inspector is not required to: Move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice or debris that obstructs access or visibility.

Styles & Materials
Siding Style:
Lap
Siding Material:
Cement-Fiber
Exterior Entry Doors:
Steel
Appurtenance:
Front porch with steps
Rear porch with steps
Driveway:
Concrete
Inspection Items
2.0 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM
 Comments: Inspected
Trim between the lap siding and the brick ledge leans in toward the home as opposed to diverting the water away.  Some areas of brick need to be filled with mortar or a sealant as this is a direct water intrusion.
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2.1 DOORS (Exterior)
 Comments: Inspected
2.2 WINDOWS
 Comments: Inspected
Window at right side of home has rotted brick mold.  Recommend licensed contractor for repair and caulking and painting of all windows and trim to prevent water intrusion.
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2.3 DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS, PORCHES, PATIO/ COVER AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Recommend installing additional hex bolts, nuts and washers or lag bolts in a staggered manner to the ledger board for additional support.
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(2) Rear deck, right side handrail to stairs is loose.  Recommend securing railing post for safety.
(3) Light outside of master bedroom dbl. doors is loose and hanging upside down.  Recommend securing upright.
2.4 VEGETATION, GRADING, DRAINAGE, DRIVEWAYS, PATIO FLOOR, WALKWAYS AND RETAINING WALLS (With respect to their effect on the condition of the building)
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Recommend cutting all vegetation 18" away from all wall cladding.
(2) Driveway shows signs of common cracks due to shrinkage and settlement.  Recommend sealing cracks to help prevent further deterioration.
2.5 EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Appears to be a good snack for the squirrels.  Recommend repairing, caulking and painting to prevent moisture damage.
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(2) Ventilation cover has been cut to allow cable to pass through.  Recommend licensed electrician to re-wire.  Recommend replacing vent to prevent rodents from entering attic.
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The exterior of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


3. Garage

Styles & Materials
Garage Door Type:
Two automatic
Auto-opener Manufacturer:
LIFT-MASTER
1/2 HORSEPOWER
Inspection Items
3.0 GARAGE CEILINGS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Water stain from either master bathroom commode or tub.  Unable to determine if this is an old stain or a continuing problem as the water was turned off during inspection.
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(2) Water staining possibly from bath or condensation from duct.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation as this is in between floors.
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3.1 GARAGE WALLS (INCLUDING FIREWALL SEPARATION)
 Comments: Inspected
3.2 GARAGE FLOOR
 Comments: Inspected
3.3 GARAGE DOOR (S)
 Comments: Not Inspected
Unable to open garage doors due to locks.
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3.4 OCCUPANT DOOR FROM GARAGE TO INSIDE HOME
 Comments: Inspected
3.5 GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS (Report whether or not doors will reverse when met with resistance)
 Comments: Not Inspected
Unable to test garage doors openers and reversing mechanisms due to locks on doors.  See 3.3 photos


4. Interiors

The home inspector shall observe: Walls, ceiling, and floors; Steps, stairways, balconies, and railings; Counters and a representative number of installed cabinets; and A representative number of doors and windows. The home inspector shall: Operate a representative number of windows and interior doors; and Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to observe: Paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments on the interior walls, ceilings, and floors; Carpeting; or Draperies, blinds, or other window treatments.

Styles & Materials
Ceiling Materials:
Sheetrock
Suspended ceiling panels
Wall Material:
Sheetrock
Floor Covering(s):
Carpet
Tile
Wood
Interior Doors:
Hollow core
Window Types:
Double-hung
Inspection Items
4.0 CEILINGS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Water stains in living room ceiling.  When in attic, was unable to determine source of leak due to lack of rain.  Recommend licensed roofer for further evaluation.
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(2) Temporary repairs made to ceiling in hall bath.
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(3) Water stain in Master closet.  When in attic, was unable to determine source of leak due to lack of rain.  Recommend licensed roofer for further evaluation.
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4.1 WALLS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Hole in front bedroom wall and in basement wall at garage door.
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(2) Water stains around fridge water line shut-off.  Unable to determine if shut-off is leaking due to water not being on.
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(3) Recommend all interior trim above windows and doors to be caulked to help prevent heat loss.
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4.2 FLOORS
 Comments: Inspected
4.3 STEPS, STAIRWAYS, BALCONIES AND RAILINGS
 Comments: Inspected
Recommend securing loose hand rail leading to the basement.
4.4 COUNTERS AND A REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER OF CABINETS
 Comments: Inspected
4.5 DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)
 Comments: Inspected
Master bath water closet and front middle bedroom doors and most downstairs doors do not close properly.
4.6 WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)
 Comments: Inspected
Kitchen dining window and front bedroom windows appear to be painted shut.
The interior of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. The inspection did not involve moving furniture and inspecting behind furniture, area rugs or areas obstructed from view. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


5. Structural Components

The Home Inspector shall observe structural components including foundations, floors, walls, columns or piers, ceilings and roof. The home inspector shall describe the type of Foundation, floor structure, wall structure, columns or piers, ceiling structure, roof structure. The home inspector shall: Probe structural components where deterioration is suspected; Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except when access is obstructed, when entry could damage the property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected; Report the methods used to observe under floor crawl spaces and attics; and Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to: Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to or adversely effect the health of the home inspector or other persons.

Styles & Materials
Foundation:
Poured concrete
Method used to observe Crawlspace:
No crawlspace
Roof-Type:
Gable
Hip
Method used to observe attic:
Walked
Attic info:
Pull Down stairs
Inspection Items
5.0 FOUNDATIONS, BASEMENTS AND CRAWLSPACES (Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.)
 Comments: Inspected
Basement does not appear to have enough air circulation.  May be reason why there is a musty, mold and mildew smell.  Finished basements have a source of supply and return air.  The basement appears to have only two registers in main living area and no returns.

Recommend that the only room to be used as sleeping space is the front right side room.  This is the only room with an egress window in case of fire.

5.1 WALLS (Structural)
 Comments: Inspected
5.2 FLOORS (Structural)
 Comments: Not Inspected
Not inspected due to finished and drop ceiling.
5.3 CEILINGS (structural)
 Comments: Inspected
5.4 ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Pull down stairs do not close properly.  Recommend replacing missing screw(s) to secure pull down stairs.
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(2) Recommend installing insulation around pull down stairs to insulate main part of house from the attic.
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The structure of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


6. Plumbing System

The home inspector shall observe: Interior water supply and distribution system, including: piping materials, supports, and insulation; fixtures and faucets; functional flow; leaks; and cross connections; Interior drain, waste, and vent system, including: traps; drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks; and functional drainage; Hot water systems including: water heating equipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls; and chimneys, flues, and vents; Fuel storage and distribution systems including: interior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, and supports; leaks; and Sump pumps. The home inspector shall describe: Water supply and distribution piping materials; Drain, waste, and vent piping materials; Water heating equipment; and Location of main water supply shutoff device. The home inspector shall operate all plumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance. The home inspector is not required to: State the effectiveness of anti-siphon devices; Determine whether water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private; Operate automatic safety controls; Operate any valve except water closet flush valves, fixture faucets, and hose faucets; Observe: Water conditioning systems; Fire and lawn sprinkler systems; On-site water supply quantity and quality; On-site waste disposal systems; Foundation irrigation systems; Spas, except as to functional flow and functional drainage; Swimming pools; Solar water heating equipment; or Observe the system for proper sizing, design, or use of proper materials.

Styles & Materials
Water Source:
Public
Plumbing Water Supply (into home):
Copper
Plumbing Water Distribution (inside home):
Copper
Washer Drain Size:
2" Diameter
Plumbing Waste:
PVC
Water Heater Power Source:
Gas (quick recovery)
Water Heater Capacity:
40 Gallon (1-2 people)
Manufacturer:
RHEEM
Inspection Items
6.0 PLUMBING DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS
 Comments: Inspected, Not Inspected
(1) S-traps not allowed as proper draining.  Recommend licensed plumber for further evaluation and repair due to siphoning of water and allowing waste gases to enter the home.
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(2) Signs of prior water leaks from jacuzzi plumbing and one of the supply lines has what appears to be a 'Band-Aid' (red arrow).  Unable to determine source of leak due to water not being in service.
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6.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES
 Comments: Inspected, Not Inspected
Recommend hose bib to be secured and sealing around piping to prevent water intrusion.
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6.2 HOT WATER SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS
 Comments: Not Inspected
Hot water pilot light is out and is missing the temperature control dial.  Recommend licensed plumber to service equipment.  Hot water heater info:  Mfr: Rheem;  Serial #: RN  0296I01443;  Model #: 21V40S-8  
6.3 MAIN WATER SHUT-OFF DEVICE (Describe location)
 Comments: Inspected
Main water shut-off located in front right side basement room.
6.4 FUEL STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (Interior fuel storage, piping, venting, supports, leaks)
 Comments: Not Inspected
6.5 MAIN FUEL SHUT OFF (Describe Location)
 Comments: Inspected
Located left exterior side of home.
6.6 SUMP PUMP
 Comments: Not Inspected
Jet pump not inspected due to water not being on.  The pump is located in the basement bathroom closet.
The plumbing in the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Washing machine drain line for example cannot be checked for leaks or the ability to handle the volume during drain cycle. Older homes with galvanized supply lines or cast iron drain lines can be obstructed and barely working during an inspection but then fails under heavy use. If the water is turned off or not used for periods of time (like a vacant home waiting for closing) rust or deposits within the pipes can further clog the piping system. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


7. Electrical System

The home inspector shall observe: Service entrance conductors; Service equipment, grounding equipment, main over current device, and main and distribution panels; Amperage and voltage ratings of the service; Branch circuit conductors, their over current devices, and the compatibility of their ampacities and voltages; The operation of a representative number of installed ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls; The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures; The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters; and Smoke detectors. The home inspector shall describe: Service amperage and voltage; Service entry conductor materials; Service type as being overhead or underground; and Location of main and distribution panels. The home inspector shall report any observed aluminum branch circuit wiring. The home inspector shall report on presence or absence of smoke detectors, and operate their test function, if accessible, except when detectors are part of a central system. The home inspector is not required to: Insert any tool, probe, or testing device inside the panels; Test or operate any over current device except ground fault circuit interrupters; Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels; or Observe: Low voltage systems; Security system devices, heat detectors, or carbon monoxide detectors; Telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electrical distribution system; or Built-in vacuum equipment.

Styles & Materials
Electrical Service Conductors:
Below ground
Panel capacity:
150 AMP
Panel Type:
Circuit breakers
Electric Panel Manufacturer:
GENERAL ELECTRIC
Branch wire 15 and 20 AMP:
Copper
Wiring Methods:
Romex
Inspection Items
7.0 SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAIN OVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Panel was contaminated with overpay of paint, possibly at time of construction as there is no over spray on the breakers.  This could cause a weak connection of the breaker.  Recommend licence electrician for further evaluation.
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(2) Recommend licensed electrician to install the correct bushing to secure wire.
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(3) Breakers for the a/c unit need to have handle ties.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate and repair.
7.1 CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Broken plate covers, loose receptacles, lights not operating (maybe the bulb), and non-working smoke detector downstairs.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate and repair all wiring throughout home.
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(2) Recommend licensed electrician to install correct cover for exposed wiring.
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(3) These can lights are listed for a 3" clearance to insulation to prevent overheating.  Recommend licence electrician to evaluate all can lights. 
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(4) Appears that squirrels or some type of rodents are eating through these wires.  This is a Fire hazard.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate all wiring and repair.
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7.2 OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)
 Comments: Inspected
GFCI in downstairs bath does not respond to test.  The light turns off when reset button is pressed.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate all receptacles, switches and wiring throughout entire home.
7.3 LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS
 Comments: Inspected
Main disconnect is located at left exterior side of home.  The subpanel is located in the pantry of the kitchen.
7.4 SMOKE DETECTORS
 Comments: Inspected
Un-operable smoke detector in garage.  Recommend installing correctly.
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The electrical system of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Outlets were not removed and the inspection was only visual. Any outlet not accessible (behind the refrigerator for example) was not inspected or accessible. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


8. Heating / Central Air Conditioning

The home inspector shall observe permanently installed heating and cooling systems including: Heating equipment; Cooling Equipment that is central to home; Normal operating controls; Automatic safety controls; Chimneys, flues, and vents, where readily visible; Solid fuel heating devices; Heat distribution systems including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units, convectors; and the presence of an installed heat source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy source; and Heating equipment and distribution type. The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance. The home inspector is not required to: Operate heating systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Operate automatic safety controls; Ignite or extinguish solid fuel fires; or Observe: The interior of flues; Fireplace insert flue connections; Humidifiers; Electronic air filters; or The uniformity or adequacy of heat supply to the various rooms.

Styles & Materials
Heat Type:
Forced Air
Energy Source:
Gas
Number of Heat Systems (excluding wood):
One
Heat System Brand:
BRYANT
Ductwork:
Insulated
Types of Fireplaces:
Direct Vent
Cooling Equipment Type:
Air conditioner unit
Cooling Equipment Energy Source:
Electricity
Central Air Manufacturer:
BRYANT
Number of AC Only Units:
One
Inspection Items
8.0 HEATING EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Inspected
(1) States that gas was turned off 10/28/05 due to leak in gas line.  During the time of inspection the gas was turned on.  The bottom panel was on but the top panel was off, this is how it was left.  Through normal thermostatic controls the furnace appears to be operable and the controls were turned back off.  Recommend licensed HVAC technician for further evaluation of the possible gas leak.
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(2) Furnace Info:  Mfr: Bryant;  Serial #: 4994X13846;  Model #: CD5BXA042000AAAA
8.1 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS
 Comments: Inspected
8.2 AUTOMATIC SAFETY CONTROLS
 Comments: Inspected
8.3 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)
 Comments: Inspected
Condensate pump to the furnace does not appear to be in service.  The pump is full of water, the line filled with water with condensation on the outside of the line and the switch was on.  Recommend licensed HVAC technician for further evaluation and repair.
8.4 PRESENCE OF INSTALLED HEAT SOURCE IN EACH ROOM
 Comments: Inspected
8.5 CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (for fireplaces, gas water heaters or heat systems)
 Comments: Inspected
8.6 GAS/LP FIRELOGS AND FIREPLACES
 Comments: Inspected
Direct vent fireplace was not operable by normal controls.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.
8.7 COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Inspected
Unit info:  Mfr: Bryant;  Serial #: 1096E09819;  Model #: 561CJ042-A    Recommend servicing a/c unit.  Unit is dirty and full of debris which may reduce it's cooling potential.
8.8 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS
 Comments: Inspected
8.9 PRESENCE OF INSTALLED COOLING SOURCE IN EACH ROOM
 Comments: Inspected
The heating and cooling system of this home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. The inspection is not meant to be technically exhaustive. The inspection does not involve removal and inspection behind service door or dismantling that would otherwise reveal something only a licensed heat contractor would discover. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


9. Insulation and Ventilation

The home inspector shall observe: Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces; Ventilation of attics and foundation areas; Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting systems; and the operation of any readily accessible attic ventilation fan, and, when temperature permits, the operation of any readily accessible thermostatic control. The home inspector shall describe: Insulation in unfinished spaces; and Absence of insulation in unfinished space at conditioned surfaces. The home inspector shall: Move insulation where readily visible evidence indicates the need to do so; and Move insulation where chimneys penetrate roofs, where plumbing drain/waste pipes penetrate floors, adjacent to earth filled stoops or porches, and at exterior doors. The home inspector is not required to report on: Concealed insulation and vapor retarders; or Venting equipment that is integral with household appliances.

Styles & Materials
Attic Insulation:
Blown
Fiberglass
Ventilation:
Gable vents
Soffit Vents
Attic fan
Dryer Power Source:
220 Electric
Dryer Vent:
None
Floor System Insulation:
NONE
Inspection Items
9.0 INSULATION IN ATTIC
 Comments: Inspected
Insufficient amount of insulation in attic.  Recommend applying more insulation to help keep the attic cooler and prematurely deteriorating the roof covering.
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9.1 VENTILATION OF ATTIC AND FOUNDATION AREAS
 Comments: Inspected
9.2 VENTING SYSTEMS (Kitchens, baths and laundry)
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Recommend hall bath vent to terminate to the exterior.  This adds humidity to the attic.
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(2) Recommend installing an exhaust vent in the master bathroom to help direct moisture to the exterior of the home.
The insulation and ventilation of the home was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Venting of exhaust fans or clothes dryer cannot be fully inspected and bends or obstructions can occur without being accessible or visible (behind wall and ceiling coverings). Only insulation that is visible was inspected. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


10. Built-In Kitchen Appliances

The home inspector shall observe and operate the basic functions of the following kitchen appliances: Permanently installed dishwasher, through its normal cycle; Range, cook top, and permanently installed oven; Trash compactor; Garbage disposal; Ventilation equipment or range hood; and Permanently installed microwave oven. The home inspector is not required to observe: Clocks, timers, self-cleaning oven function, or thermostats for calibration or automatic operation; Non built-in appliances; or Refrigeration units. The home inspector is not required to operate: Appliances in use; or Any appliance that is shut down or otherwise inoperable.

Styles & Materials
Disposer Brand:
NONE
Built in Microwave:
NONE
Trash Compactors:
NONE
Refrigerator:
NONE
Inspection Items
10.0 DISHWASHER
 Comments: Not Inspected
Unable to inspect due to water not being on.
10.1 RANGES/OVENS/COOKTOPS
 Comments: Inspected
10.2 RANGE HOOD
 Comments: Not Inspected
No range hood.  Above mounted microwave will have reticulating exhaust vent, but there is no microwave.
10.3 MICROWAVE COOKING EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Not Inspected
No microwave.
The built-in appliances of the home were inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.


11. Swimming Pools, Equipment and Safety

Pools are fun, but children and adults can lose their life quickly. Over 4000  lives annually are lost with one-third  under the age of 14. A child can drown in the time it takes to answer a phone. A swimming pool is 14 times more likely than a motor vehicle to be involved in the death of a child age 4 and under. An estimated 5,000 children ages 14 and under are hospitalized due to near-drownings each year; 15 percent die in the hospital and as many as 20 percent suffer severe, permanent brain damage. Of all preschoolers who drown, 70 percent are in the care of one or both parents at the time of the drowning and 75 percent are missing from sight for five minutes or less. Drowning surpasses all other causes of death to children age 14 and under in Arizona, California, Florida, Hawaii, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington.

A pool alarm with a loud speaker system to sound outside as well as inside the home could save a life. Even if you do not have children you should be concerned. 35% of children that drowned did so in someone else's pool. For more info, do an Internet search on pool safety or visit this website:  http://www.ihf.org/foryourhealth/article_children.html

Styles & Materials
Style:
In ground
Shape:
Rectangle
Wall Material:
Plastic Liner
Inspection Items
11.0 OPERATIONAL CONDITION OF POOL
 Comments: No
Recommend licensed pool contractor to evaluate the overall pool condition, pumps, etc. Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate pool receptacles for pump.
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11.1 DOES THE DOOR LATCH HEIGHT AND LOCATION ATTEMPT TO BE REASONABLY DIFFICULT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN TO REACH
 Comments: Inspected
Recommend all doors/gates to fences be self closing and self latching to prevent young children from entering fenced in area of pool.
Unless so mentioned in this report, I did not test water for bacteria or quality. The pool was inspected and reported on with the above information. While the inspector makes every effort to find all areas of concern, some areas can go unnoticed. Please be aware that the inspector has your best interest in mind. Any repair items mentioned in this report should be considered before purchase. It is recommended that qualified contractors be used in your further inspection or repair issues as it relates to the comments in this inspection report.

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General Summary


Legacy Home Inspections, LLC

2410 Brookgreen Commons
Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-363-3636

Customer
Mr. Noah Buildarc

Property Address
40 Rainy Lane
Acworth, GA 30101
The following items or discoveries indicate that these systems or components do not function as intended or adversely affects the habitability of the dwelling; or appear to warrant further investigation by a specialist, or requires subsequent observation. This summary shall not contain recommendations for routine upkeep of a system or component to keep it in proper functioning condition or recommendations to upgrade or enhance the function, efficiency, or safety of the home. This Summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the customer. It is recommended that the customer read the complete report.

1 Roofing
1.0 ROOF COVERINGS
 Inspected
(1) Roof shingles are "sliding" off of roof  sheathing.  Certain inspected shingles did not have proper nailing pattern and/or nails penetrated through shingles.  Recommend licensed roofing contractor for further evaluation and repair, possibly re-roofing.
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(2) These areas are all water intrusions.  Recommend licensed roofer to further evaluate entire roof and repair.
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1.3 ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
 Inspected
(1) Ground is very soft around right rear downspout.  Recommend installing extension to divert water away from foundation and preventing water intrusion into the interior of the home.
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(2) Depression in the ground around downspout at front left corner of home.  Recommend installing extension to divert water away from foundation and preventing water intrusion into the interior of the home.
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(3) Recommend moving extension to divert water away from foundation of home and from a/c unit.
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(4) Gutter system is failing at rear of home.  Gutters around home need to be cleaned out to prevent improper drainage and overflow of water into the eaves.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation and repair.
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2 Exterior
2.0 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM
 Inspected
Trim between the lap siding and the brick ledge leans in toward the home as opposed to diverting the water away.  Some areas of brick need to be filled with mortar or a sealant as this is a direct water intrusion.
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2.2 WINDOWS
 Inspected
Window at right side of home has rotted brick mold.  Recommend licensed contractor for repair and caulking and painting of all windows and trim to prevent water intrusion.
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2.3 DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS, PORCHES, PATIO/ COVER AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS
 Inspected
(1) Recommend installing additional hex bolts, nuts and washers or lag bolts in a staggered manner to the ledger board for additional support.
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(2) Rear deck, right side handrail to stairs is loose.  Recommend securing railing post for safety.

3 Garage
3.0 GARAGE CEILINGS
 Inspected
(1) Water stain from either master bathroom commode or tub.  Unable to determine if this is an old stain or a continuing problem as the water was turned off during inspection.
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(2) Water staining possibly from bath or condensation from duct.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation as this is in between floors.
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3.5 GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS (Report whether or not doors will reverse when met with resistance)
 Not Inspected
Unable to test garage doors openers and reversing mechanisms due to locks on doors.  See 3.3 photos

4 Interiors
4.0 CEILINGS
 Inspected
(1) Water stains in living room ceiling.  When in attic, was unable to determine source of leak due to lack of rain.  Recommend licensed roofer for further evaluation.
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(3) Water stain in Master closet.  When in attic, was unable to determine source of leak due to lack of rain.  Recommend licensed roofer for further evaluation.
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4.1 WALLS
 Inspected
(2) Water stains around fridge water line shut-off.  Unable to determine if shut-off is leaking due to water not being on.
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5 Structural Components
5.0 FOUNDATIONS, BASEMENTS AND CRAWLSPACES (Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.)
 Inspected
Basement does not appear to have enough air circulation.  May be reason why there is a musty, mold and mildew smell.  Finished basements have a source of supply and return air.  The basement appears to have only two registers in main living area and no returns.

Recommend that the only room to be used as sleeping space is the front right side room.  This is the only room with an egress window in case of fire.
5.4 ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC
 Inspected
(1) Pull down stairs do not close properly.  Recommend replacing missing screw(s) to secure pull down stairs.
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6 Plumbing System
6.0 PLUMBING DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS
 Inspected, Not Inspected
(1) S-traps not allowed as proper draining.  Recommend licensed plumber for further evaluation and repair due to siphoning of water and allowing waste gases to enter the home.
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(2) Signs of prior water leaks from jacuzzi plumbing and one of the supply lines has what appears to be a 'Band-Aid' (red arrow).  Unable to determine source of leak due to water not being in service.
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6.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES
 Inspected, Not Inspected
Recommend hose bib to be secured and sealing around piping to prevent water intrusion.
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7 Electrical System
7.0 SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAIN OVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS
 Inspected
(1) Panel was contaminated with overpay of paint, possibly at time of construction as there is no over spray on the breakers.  This could cause a weak connection of the breaker.  Recommend licence electrician for further evaluation.
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(2) Recommend licensed electrician to install the correct bushing to secure wire.
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(3) Breakers for the a/c unit need to have handle ties.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate and repair.
7.1 CONNECTED DEVICES AND FIXTURES (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)
 Inspected
(1) Broken plate covers, loose receptacles, lights not operating (maybe the bulb), and non-working smoke detector downstairs.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate and repair all wiring throughout home.
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(2) Recommend licensed electrician to install correct cover for exposed wiring.
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(3) These can lights are listed for a 3" clearance to insulation to prevent overheating.  Recommend licence electrician to evaluate all can lights. 
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(4) Appears that squirrels or some type of rodents are eating through these wires.  This is a Fire hazard.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate all wiring and repair.
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7.2 OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)
 Inspected
GFCI in downstairs bath does not respond to test.  The light turns off when reset button is pressed.  Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate all receptacles, switches and wiring throughout entire home.
7.4 SMOKE DETECTORS
 Inspected
Un-operable smoke detector in garage.  Recommend installing correctly.
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8 Heating / Central Air Conditioning
8.0 HEATING EQUIPMENT
 Inspected
(1) States that gas was turned off 10/28/05 due to leak in gas line.  During the time of inspection the gas was turned on.  The bottom panel was on but the top panel was off, this is how it was left.  Through normal thermostatic controls the furnace appears to be operable and the controls were turned back off.  Recommend licensed HVAC technician for further evaluation of the possible gas leak.
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8.3 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)
 Inspected
Condensate pump to the furnace does not appear to be in service.  The pump is full of water, the line filled with water with condensation on the outside of the line and the switch was on.  Recommend licensed HVAC technician for further evaluation and repair.
8.6 GAS/LP FIRELOGS AND FIREPLACES
 Inspected
Direct vent fireplace was not operable by normal controls.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.

9 Insulation and Ventilation
9.0 INSULATION IN ATTIC
 Inspected
Insufficient amount of insulation in attic.  Recommend applying more insulation to help keep the attic cooler and prematurely deteriorating the roof covering.
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9.2 VENTING SYSTEMS (Kitchens, baths and laundry)
 Inspected
(1) Recommend hall bath vent to terminate to the exterior.  This adds humidity to the attic.
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11 Swimming Pools, Equipment and Safety
11.0 OPERATIONAL CONDITION OF POOL
 No
Recommend licensed pool contractor to evaluate the overall pool condition, pumps, etc. Recommend licensed electrician to evaluate pool receptacles for pump.
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11.1 DOES THE DOOR LATCH HEIGHT AND LOCATION ATTEMPT TO BE REASONABLY DIFFICULT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN TO REACH
 Inspected
Recommend all doors/gates to fences be self closing and self latching to prevent young children from entering fenced in area of pool.

Home inspectors are not required to report on the following: Life expectancy of any component or system; The causes of the need for a repair; The methods, materials, and costs of corrections; The suitability of the property for any specialized use; Compliance or non-compliance with codes, ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements or restrictions; The market value of the property or its marketability; The advisability or inadvisability of purchase of the property; Any component or system that was not observed; The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents, or insects; or Cosmetic items, underground items, or items not permanently installed. Home inspectors are not required to: Offer warranties or guarantees of any kind; Calculate the strength, adequacy, or efficiency of any system or component; Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to the home inspector or other persons; Operate any system or component that is shut down or otherwise inoperable; Operate any system or component that does not respond to normal operating controls; Disturb insulation, move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice, or debris that obstructs access or visibility; Determine the presence or absence of any suspected adverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, including but not limited to mold, toxins, carcinogens, noise, contaminants in the building or in soil, water, and air; Determine the effectiveness of any system installed to control or remove suspected hazardous substances; Predict future condition, including but not limited to failure of components; Since this report is provided for the specific benefit of the customer(s), secondary readers of this information should hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet their specific needs and to obtain current information concerning this property.


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