Inspection Report

Your Name

Property Address:
Your Address
Smyrna, GA 30080

Legacy Home Inspections, LLC

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


Date: 5/1/2006 Time: 11:00 AM Report ID: 0101002
Property:
Your Address
Smyrna, GA 30080
 Customer:
Your Name		 Real Estate Professional:
Rizwan Khan
Keller Williams

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.

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, e.g. Main water shutoff

Blue:  Items that may need repair or further evaluation.

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

Client Is Present:
No

Weather:
Clear

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:
Fiberglass
Viewed roof covering from:
Walked roof
Sky Light(s):
None
Chimney (exterior):
N/A
Inspection Items
1.0 ROOF COVERINGS
 Comments: Inspected
1.1 FLASHINGS
 Comments: Inspected
1.2 ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
 Comments: Inspected
(1) Recommend all gutter downspouts have splash blocks or extensions to route water away from the foundation of the home and prevent water intrusion through foundation.
1.2 Picture 1
(2) Small collection of debris in corner may indicate improper pitch of gutter and possible overflow of water into the soffit.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.
1.2 Picture 2
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:
Beaded
Brick
Siding Material:
Wood
Full brick
Exterior Entry Doors:
Wood
Fiberglass
Appurtenance:
Patio
Front stoop with steps
Driveway:
Concrete
Inspection Items
2.0 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM
 Comments: Inspected, Repair or Replace
Corner mold at right rear of house and carport, paint is peeling and should be scraped and repainted.  Exposed trim will wick moisture and cause deterioration and wood rot.
2.0 Picture 1
2.1 DOORS (Exterior)
 Comments: Inspected
Exterior doors do not have weather stripping around door frame.  Recommend weather stripping to be installed at all doors to prevent heat/cooling loss.
2.2 WINDOWS
 Comments: Inspected, Repair or Replace
Two rear windows have broken wood trim.  No signs of water intrusion at time of inspection, but these are new windows and could be possible points of water entrance.
2.2 Picture 1
2.2 Picture 2
2.3 DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS, PORCHES, PATIO/ COVER AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS
 Comments: Inspected, Repair or Replace
Handrails at stairs of stoop are fine, but is not sturdy towards the house.  Recommend attaching railing to the house.
2.3 Picture 1
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, Repair or Replace
(1) Right rear patio has a cross vent in which the bottom of the vent is below ground level.  There are no signs of moisture in crawlspace, but this is a new patio and the vent would be a great way for water to enter the crawlspace.  Recommend licensed contractor to install something to divert water away without covering vent.
2.4 Picture 1
(2) As stated before, recommend installing splashblocks or extensions to help divert water away from the foundation of the home.
2.4 Picture 2
2.5 EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS
 Comments: Inspected
Soffit in front left corner of house is soft.  Small collection of debris in corner of gutter may indicate improper pitch of gutter and possible overflow of water into the soffit.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.
2.5 Picture 1
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. 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
Wall Material:
Sheetrock
Wood
Floor Covering(s):
Carpet
Hardwood T&G
Tile
Interior Doors:
Hollow core
Window Types:
Single-hung
Single pane
Storm windows
Window Manufacturer:
UNKNOWN
Cabinetry:
Wood
Veneer
Countertop:
Granite
Inspection Items
3.0 CEILINGS
 Comments: Inspected
3.1 WALLS
 Comments: Inspected
3.2 FLOORS
 Comments: Inspected
3.3 COUNTERS AND A REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER OF CABINETS
 Comments: Inspected
3.4 DOORS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)
 Comments: Inspected
3.5 WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)
 Comments: Inspected, Repair or Replace
(1) A number of windows are painted shut.  Recommend the contractor to cut paint around windows to make windows operable.
(2) Front left bedroom, across the hall from master bath, front side window has a single window pane that is cracked.  Recommend replacing window to avoid injury.
3.5 Picture 1
(3) The side of the window track is preventing window to open.  Recommend licensed contractor to repair to make window operable.
3.5 Picture 2
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.


4. 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:
Masonry block
Method used to observe Crawlspace:
Crawled
Floor Structure:
Wood joists
Roof Structure:
Stick-built
Lateral bracing
Wood slats
Roof-Type:
Hip
Method used to observe attic:
From entry
Walked
Attic info:
Pull Down stairs
Light in attic
No Storage
Inspection Items
4.0 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
4.1 WALLS (Structural)
 Comments: Inspected
4.2 COLUMNS OR PIERS
 Comments: Inspected
4.3 FLOORS (Structural)
 Comments: Inspected
4.4 CEILINGS (structural)
 Comments: Inspected
4.5 ROOF STRUCTURE AND ATTIC
 Comments: Inspected
Water stains at a couple of vent flues at roof deck.  Most likely older stains and does not appear to be of any issue at time of inspection.
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.


5. 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
Cast iron
Water Heater Power Source:
Electric
Water Heater Capacity:
40 Gallon (1-2 people)
Manufacturer:
GE
Inspection Items
5.0 PLUMBING DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS
 Comments: Inspected
The drain pipes are PVC, but there is about 8' of old cast iron pipe.  Appears to be in good condition at time of inspection.  Recommend monitoring this drain as they deteriorate from the inside out and could cause drainage into the crawlspace.
5.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES
 Comments: Inspected
There is no hot water coming from any faucets.  Appears that changing the thermostat will change this, however if it does not, recommend licensed plumber to service the hot water heater.
5.2 HOT WATER SYSTEMS, CONTROLS, CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS
 Comments: Inspected
5.3 MAIN WATER SHUT-OFF DEVICE (Describe location)
 Comments: Inspected
The main water shut-off is located in the crawl space about 10' from the entrance on the front wall.  Above the shut-off valve is a pressure control valve.  The pressure to the two exterior hose bibs are 40-45 lbs which is adequate.
5.4 MAIN FUEL SHUT OFF (Describe Location)
 Comments: Inspected
The gas shut-off is located in the crawlspace on the backside of the furnace.
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.


6. 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:
Overhead service
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
6.0 SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS
 Comments: Inspected
6.1 SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAIN OVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS
 Comments: Inspected
6.2 BRANCH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS, OVERCURRENT DEVICES AND COMPATIBILITY OF THEIR AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE
 Comments: Inspected
6.3 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, Repair or Replace
(1) Hall bath needs a GFCI outlet.  All outlets in bathrooms must be GFCI protected to help protect against shock.
(2) Safety Issue!  The receptacles throughout the original part of the home are not grounded.  This means that if there is a short, the breaker WILL NOT trip and someone can and will get shocked.  There are four options:
  1. Install a grounding wire for all receptacles in the original part of the home, this would be very costly.
  2. Install 2 prong receptacles, still would not be grounded.
  3. Label every receptacle, "NOT GROUNDED", so people would know, still would not be grounded.
  4. Replace all receptacles with GFCI's.

Recommend licensed electrician for further evaluation and repair.

(3) The front right room across the hall from the master bath has a receptacle on the exterior side that has a hot and neutral reversed.  The receptacle itself is now HOT and will shock someone if touched.  Recommend licensed electrician for further evaluation and repair.
6.4 POLARITY AND GROUNDING OF RECEPTACLES WITHIN 6 FEET OF INTERIOR PLUMBING FIXTURES, AND ALL RECEPTACLES IN GARAGE, CARPORT, EXTERIOR WALLS OF INSPECTED STRUCTURE
 Comments: Inspected
6.5 OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)
 Comments: Inspected
6.6 LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS
 Comments: Inspected
The main cut-off to the house is located at the left side, exterior of the house.  The main sub panel is located at the end of the hall, which also has a main breaker than can cut off power to the house with one throw.
6.7 SMOKE DETECTORS
 Comments: Inspected
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.


7. 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:
PAYNE
Ductwork:
Insulated
Filter Type:
Missing
Filter Size:
Filter is missing
Operable Fireplaces:
None
Cooling Equipment Type:
Air conditioner unit
Cooling Equipment Energy Source:
Electricity
Central Air Manufacturer:
PAYNE
Number of AC Only Units:
One
Inspection Items
7.0 HEATING EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Inspected
7.1 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS
 Comments: Inspected
7.2 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)
 Comments: Inspected, Repair or Replace
There is no air filter in the furnace.  Cover states to refer to manual for filter size.  Recommend installing filter before continuing to run HVAC.
7.3 PRESENCE OF INSTALLED HEAT SOURCE IN EACH ROOM
 Comments: Inspected
7.4 CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (for fireplaces, gas water heaters or heat systems)
 Comments: Inspected
7.5 COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Inspected
7.6 NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS
 Comments: Inspected
7.7 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.


8. 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
Cellulose
Ventilation:
Gable vents
Ridge vents
Soffit Vents
Exhaust Fans:
Fan with light
Dryer Power Source:
220 Electric
Dryer Vent:
Flexible Metal
Floor System Insulation:
NONE
Inspection Items
8.0 INSULATION IN ATTIC
 Comments: Inspected
8.1 INSULATION UNDER FLOOR SYSTEM
 Comments: Repair or Replace
No under floor insulation in crawlspace.  Recommend roll insulation to be installed to help prevent heat loss.
8.2 VAPOR RETARDERS (ON GROUND IN CRAWLSPACE OR BASEMENT)
 Comments: Inspected
8.3 VENTILATION OF ATTIC AND FOUNDATION AREAS
 Comments: Inspected
8.4 VENTING SYSTEMS (Kitchens, baths and laundry)
 Comments: Inspected
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.


9. 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
Dishwasher Brand:
FRIGIDAIRE
Disposer Brand:
IN SINK ERATOR
Exhaust/Range hood:
RE-CIRCULATE
Range/Oven:
FRIGIDAIRE
Built in Microwave:
FRIGIDAIRE
Inspection Items
9.0 DISHWASHER
 Comments: Inspected
9.1 RANGES/OVENS/COOKTOPS
 Comments: Inspected
9.2 RANGE HOOD
 Comments: Inspected
The microwave is the exhaust for the range.
9.3 FOOD WASTE DISPOSER
 Comments: Inspected
9.4 MICROWAVE COOKING EQUIPMENT
 Comments: Inspected
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.

Prepared Using HomeGauge http://www.homegauge.com SHGI (c) 2000-2004 : Licensed To Legacy Home Inspections, LLC


General Summary


Legacy Home Inspections, LLC

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

Customer
Your Name

Property Address
Your Address
Smyrna, GA 30080
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
1.2 ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
 Inspected
(1) Recommend all gutter downspouts have splash blocks or extensions to route water away from the foundation of the home and prevent water intrusion through foundation.
1.2 Picture 1
(2) Small collection of debris in corner may indicate improper pitch of gutter and possible overflow of water into the soffit.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.
1.2 Picture 2

2 Exterior
2.0 WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
Corner mold at right rear of house and carport, paint is peeling and should be scraped and repainted.  Exposed trim will wick moisture and cause deterioration and wood rot.
2.0 Picture 1
2.1 DOORS (Exterior)
 Inspected
Exterior doors do not have weather stripping around door frame.  Recommend weather stripping to be installed at all doors to prevent heat/cooling loss.
2.2 WINDOWS
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
Two rear windows have broken wood trim.  No signs of water intrusion at time of inspection, but these are new windows and could be possible points of water entrance.
2.2 Picture 1
2.2 Picture 2
2.3 DECKS, BALCONIES, STOOPS, STEPS, AREAWAYS, PORCHES, PATIO/ COVER AND APPLICABLE RAILINGS
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
Handrails at stairs of stoop are fine, but is not sturdy towards the house.  Recommend attaching railing to the house.
2.3 Picture 1
2.4 VEGETATION, GRADING, DRAINAGE, DRIVEWAYS, PATIO FLOOR, WALKWAYS AND RETAINING WALLS (With respect to their effect on the condition of the building)
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
(1) Right rear patio has a cross vent in which the bottom of the vent is below ground level.  There are no signs of moisture in crawlspace, but this is a new patio and the vent would be a great way for water to enter the crawlspace.  Recommend licensed contractor to install something to divert water away without covering vent.
2.4 Picture 1
(2) As stated before, recommend installing splashblocks or extensions to help divert water away from the foundation of the home.
2.4 Picture 2
2.5 EAVES, SOFFITS AND FASCIAS
 Inspected
Soffit in front left corner of house is soft.  Small collection of debris in corner of gutter may indicate improper pitch of gutter and possible overflow of water into the soffit.  Recommend licensed contractor for further evaluation.
2.5 Picture 1

3 Interiors
3.5 WINDOWS (REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER)
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
(2) Front left bedroom, across the hall from master bath, front side window has a single window pane that is cracked.  Recommend replacing window to avoid injury.
3.5 Picture 1

5 Plumbing System
5.0 PLUMBING DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS
 Inspected
The drain pipes are PVC, but there is about 8' of old cast iron pipe.  Appears to be in good condition at time of inspection.  Recommend monitoring this drain as they deteriorate from the inside out and could cause drainage into the crawlspace.
5.1 PLUMBING WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES
 Inspected
There is no hot water coming from any faucets.  Appears that changing the thermostat will change this, however if it does not, recommend licensed plumber to service the hot water heater.

6 Electrical System
6.3 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, Repair or Replace
(1) Hall bath needs a GFCI outlet.  All outlets in bathrooms must be GFCI protected to help protect against shock.
(2) Safety Issue!  The receptacles throughout the original part of the home are not grounded.  This means that if there is a short, the breaker WILL NOT trip and someone can and will get shocked.  There are four options:
  1. Install a grounding wire for all receptacles in the original part of the home, this would be very costly.
  2. Install 2 prong receptacles, still would not be grounded.
  3. Label every receptacle, "NOT GROUNDED", so people would know, still would not be grounded.
  4. Replace all receptacles with GFCI's.

Recommend licensed electrician for further evaluation and repair.
(3) The front right room across the hall from the master bath has a receptacle on the exterior side that has a hot and neutral reversed.  The receptacle itself is now HOT and will shock someone if touched.  Recommend licensed electrician for further evaluation and repair.

7 Heating / Central Air Conditioning
7.2 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)
 Inspected, Repair or Replace
There is no air filter in the furnace.  Cover states to refer to manual for filter size.  Recommend installing filter before continuing to run HVAC.

8 Insulation and Ventilation
8.1 INSULATION UNDER FLOOR SYSTEM
 Repair or Replace
No under floor insulation in crawlspace.  Recommend roll insulation to be installed to help prevent heat loss.

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.


Prepared Using HomeGauge http://www.homegauge.com SHGI (c) 2000-2004 : Licensed To Legacy Home Inspections, LLC