Home

Sample Report


Definitions


NOTE: All definitions listed below refer to the property or item listed as inspected on this report at the time of inspection

A Acceptable Functional with no obvious signs of defect.

NP Not Present Item not present or not found.

NI Not Inspected Item was unable to be inspected for safety reasons or due to lack of power, inaccessible, or disconnected at time

of inspection.

M Marginal Item is not fully functional and requires repair or servicing.

D Defective Item needs immediate repair or replacement. It is unable to perform its intended function.


General Information


Property Information

Property Address


City              

State NC Zip 27927

Contact Name


Phone                

 Fax x

Client Information

Client Name


Client Address

P O Box

City

Kitty Hawk State NC Zip 27949

Phone                   

Fax x

E-Mail


Inspection Company

Inspector Name

Ralph W. Woodard, NC Licensed Home Inspector #493

Company Name

American Home Inspections of NE NC

Company Address

PO Box 2347

City

Kitty Hawk State NC Zip 27949

Phone

Office 252 261-1965, Cell 252 202 8344 Fax 252 261 6250

E-Mail

ahiouterbanks.com or ralphdubya@embarqmail.com

Amount Received


Conditions

Others Present

No One Property Occupied NO

Estimated Age

5 years Entrance Faces East

Inspection Date

03/30/2010

Electric On Yes No Not Applicable

Gas/Oil On Yes No Not Applicable

Water On Yes No Not Applicable

Temperature

50-55 degrees

Weather

Clear Soil Conditions Dry

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General Information (Continued)


Building Type

Single Family Garage No, One Carport

Sewage Disposal

Septic How Verified Inspectors knowledge of area

Water Source

County How Verified On Site

Lots and Grounds


A NP NI M D

1. Driveway:

Concrete

2. Walks:

Concrete

3. Steps/Stoops:

Wood

4. Deck:

deck floor joist is deteriorated.

Lower & Upper Side, Wood One of the upper

5. Deck:

girder that need to be sealed to keep insects and moisture

out.

Lower & Upper Side, Wood There are holes in the deck

6. Grading:

Generally Flat

7. Fences:

opposite side of the fence.

Wood This fence was installed by the shopping center on the

Exterior Surface and Components


A NP NI M D

All Exterior Walls Exterior Surface

1. Type:

lower deck at the top left corner of the

sliding glass door on the right side, the

siding in this area appears to be damp and

there is organic growth on the exterior

surface. This condition may be the result of

nail in the deck boards above penetrating the

metal deck flashing or improper installation

of the flashing, allowing moisture to enter

behind the deck girder. Only a invasive

inspection would reveal the actual cause of

the moisture intrusion.

Horizontal Cement Siding On the front

2. Trim:

Composite material

3. Fascia:

Composite material

4. Soffits:

Perforated cement soffit board

5. Entry Doors:

Fiberglass

6. Patio Door:

Andersen French Wood, Gliding

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Exterior Surface and Components (Continued)


7. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

8. Window Screens:

Metal

9. Exterior Lighting:

Surface mount

10. Exterior Electric Outlets:

110 VAC GFCI

11. Hose Bibs:

Angle

Roof


A NP NI M D

Main & Dormers Roof Surface

1. Method of Inspection:

Binoculars

2. Material:

Asphalt shingle

3. Type:

Hip

4. Approximate Age:

5 years

5. Flashing:

Metal

6. Valleys:

Asphalt shingle

7. Plumbing Vents:

PVC

8. Roof Vents:

on the lower rear roof.

Plastic Roof Vents There were never any roof vents installed

Garage/Carport


A NP NI M D

Carport, Attached Drive Under Garage

1. Ceiling:

Plywood

2. Floor/Foundation:

Poured concrete

3. Electrical:

Lights & Outlets

Electrical


A NP NI M D

1. Service Size Amps:

400 Volts: 110-240 VAC

2. Service:

Aluminum

3. 120 VAC Branch Circuits:

Copper

4. 240 VAC Branch Circuits:

Copper and aluminum

5. Aluminum Wiring:

Not present

6. Conductor Type:

Romex

7. Ground:

Rod in ground only

8. Smoke Detectors:

Smoke detectors in each bedroom and living area

Two 200 AMP Panels, Located in lower north west bedroom Electric Panel

9. Manufacturer:

Square D

10. Maximum Capacity:

400 AMPS

11. Main Breaker Size:

200 Amps each panel

12. Breakers:

Copper and Aluminum

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Structure


A NP NI M D

1. Structure Type:

Wood frame

2. Foundation:

8X8 PT Wood Pilings and Monolithic ConcreteFoundation

3. Differential Movement:

No movement or displacement noted

4. Beams:

Bonded wood

5. Bearing Walls:

Frame

6. Joists/Trusses:

Unknown Floor Joist are covered, unable to determine size.

7. Floor/Slab:

Concrete

8. Stairs/Handrails:

Wood stairs with wood handrails

9. Subfloor:

3/4" T&G Floor Underlayment

Attic


A NP NI M D

Main Attic

1. Method of Inspection:

From the attic access

2. Roof Framing:

2x10 Rafter

3. Sheathing:

Strand board

4. Ventilation:

Roof and soffit vents

5. Insulation:

Batts

6. Insulation Depth:

9 inches

7. Vapor Barrier:

Paper

8. Wiring/Lighting:

110 VAC lighting circuit

9. Moisture Penetration:

No moisture penetration observed.

10. Bathroom Fan Venting:

Electric fan

Air Conditioning


A NP NI M D

Right Side of House, #1 AC System

1. A/C System Operation:

Appears serviceable

2. Condensate Removal:

Plastic tubing

3. Exterior Unit:

wooden platform for the HVAC condensers is not

level. Mechanical parts of the condensers

could be harmed if the platform is not level.

Mounted on wooden platform The

4. Manufacturer:

Janitrol

5. Area Served:

Top Floor Approximate Age: 5 years

6. Fuel Type:

Electric Temperature Differential: x

7. Type:

Heat pump Capacity: 2.5 Ton

8. Visible Coil:

Copper core with aluminum fins

9. Refrigerant Lines:

Serviceable condition

10. Electrical Disconnect:

Pull Type

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Air Conditioning (Continued)


Right Side of House, #2 AC System

11. A/C System Operation:

Appears serviceable

12. Condensate Removal:

Plastic tubing

13. Exterior Unit:

Mounted on wooden platform See note for #1 condenser.

14. Manufacturer:

Janitrol

15. Area Served:

Ground & Mid Floor Levels Approximate Age: 5 years

16. Fuel Type:

Electric Temperature Differential: x

17. Type:

Heat pump Capacity: 3 Ton

18. Visible Coil:

Copper core with aluminum fins

19. Refrigerant Lines:

Serviceable condition

20. Electrical Disconnect:

Pull Type

Fireplace/Wood Stove


A NP NI M D

Top Floor Living Area Fireplace

1. Fireplace Construction:

Prefab

2. Type:

Propane Gas, Propane off at time of inspection.

3. Hearth:

No hearth

Heating System


A NP NI M D

Behind panel in mid level hallway Heating System

1. Heating System Operation:

Appears functional

2. Manufacturer:

Janitrol

3. Type:

Forced air Capacity: 3 Ton

4. Area Served:

Ground & Mid Floor Levels Approximate Age: 5 years

5. Fuel Type:

Electric

6. Blower Fan/Filter:

Direct drive with disposable filter

7. Distribution:

Duct Board & Flex

Attic Heating System

8. Heating System Operation:

Appears functional

9. Manufacturer:

Janitrol

10. Type:

Forced air Capacity: 2.5 Ton

11. Area Served:

Top Floor Approximate Age: 5 years

12. Fuel Type:

Electric

13. Blower Fan/Filter:

Direct drive with disposable filter

14. Distribution:

Duct Board & Flex

15. Thermostats:

Individual

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Plumbing


A NP NI M D

1. Service Line:

Concealed Underground

2. Main Water Shutoff:

Water meter box near street

3. Water Lines:

PEX

4. Drain Pipes:

PVC

5. Vent Pipes:

PVC

6. Gas Service Lines:

Insulflex

Ground level closet in Game Room, 2 Water Heaters Water Heater

7. Water Heater Operation:

Water turned off at time of inspection.

8. Manufacturer:

Ruud

9. Type:

Electric Capacity: 50 Gallon

10. Approximate Age:

5 years Area Served: Whole House

11. TPRV and Drain Tube:

PEX

South Side Swimming Pool

12. Type:

In Ground

13. Current Status:

Winterized, not in operation

14. Liner:

Fiberglass

15. Deck:

Concrete

16. Skimmer:

Wall Mounted

17. Pump Motor:

1.5 HP Motor/Pump

18. Filter:

Sand Filter

19. Shut-off Valve:

Multi Port

20. Back Wash Valve:

Multi Port

21. Heater:

heater was not working and that it is probably ineffective for the

purpose of heating the pool water.

Propane Gas I was advised by the REALTO, Barbara Vaughn the pool

22. Gauges and Controls:

All Gauges

23. Ladder/Steps:

Metal

24. Pool Enclosure:

Siding On the south wall exterior, there is a

small amount of damage to the cement siding.

Pressure Treated Wood & Cement

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Bathroom


A NP NI M D

Top Floor Living Area Half Bathroom

1. Ceiling:

Drywall

2. Walls:

Drywall

3. Floor:

Tile

4. Doors:

hole in the door that was caused by the hinge

pin door stop.

Flush Wood, Hollow Core There is a small

5. Windows:

None

6. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

7. Counter/Cabinet:

Cultured Marble & Wood

8. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

9. Toilets:

American Standard

10. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

11. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

Ground Floor, Front/Center Bathroom

12. Ceiling:

Drywall

13. Walls:

Drywall

14. Floor:

Tile

15. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

16. Windows:

None

17. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

18. Counter/Cabinet:

Cultured Marble & Wood

19. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

20. Tub/Surround:

One Piece Fiberglass

21. Toilets:

American Standard

22. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

23. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

Ground Floor, North West Bathroom

24. Ceiling:

Drywall

25. Walls:

Drywall

26. Floor:

Tile

27. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

28. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

29. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

30. Counter/Cabinet

Cultured Marble & Wood

31. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

32. Shower/Surround:

fiberglass surface on the upper edge corner of the left wall.

One Piece Fiberglass There is a small chip in the

33. Toilets:

American Standard

34. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

35. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

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Bathroom (Continued)


Mid Level, South West Bathroom

36. Ceiling:

Drywall

37. Walls:

Drywall

38. Floor:

Tile

39. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

40. Windows:

None

41. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

42. Counter/Cabinet:

Cultured Marble & Wood

43. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

44. Tub/Surround:

One Piece Fiberglass

45. Toilets:

American Standard

46. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

47. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

Mid Level, Front/Center Bathroom

48. Ceiling:

Drywall

49. Walls:

Drywall

50. Floor:

Tile

51. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

52. Windows:

None

53. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

54. Counter/Cabinet:

Cultured Marble & Wood

55. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

56. Tub/Surround:

One Piece Fiberglass

57. Toilets:

American Standard

58. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

59. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

Mid Level, North West Bathroom

60. Ceiling:

Drywall

61. Walls:

Drywall

62. Floor:

Tile

63. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

64. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

65. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

66. Counter/Cabinet:

Cultured Marble & Wood

67. Faucets/Traps:

Kohler Fixture

68. Tub/Surround:

One Piece Fiberglass

69. Toilets:

American Standard

70. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

71. Ventilation:

Electric ventilation fan

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Kitchen


A NP NI M D

Top Floor Kitchen

1. Cooking Appliances:

Kenmore

2. Ventilator:

Microwave re-circulates air back into kitchen

3. Disposal:

None

4. Dishwasher:

Two Kenmore Dishwashers

5. Refrigerator:

Kenmore

6. Microwave:

Kenmore

7. Sink:

Stainless Steel, Double Bowl

8. Electrical:

Lights & Receptacles

9. Plumbing/Fixtures:

Kohler Fixture

10. Counter Tops:

Laminate and wood

11. Cabinets:

Wood

12. Pantry:

Single

13. Ceiling:

Drywall

14. Walls:

Drywall

15. Floor:

Tile

16. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

17. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

18. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

Bedroom


A NP NI M D

Ground Level, North East Bedroom

1. Closet:

Single

2. Ceiling:

Drywall

3. Walls:

Drywall

4. Floor:

Carpet

5. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

6. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

7. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

8. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

9. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Ground Level, South East Bedroom

10. Closet:

Single

11. Ceiling:

Drywall

12. Walls:

Drywall

13. Floor:

Carpet

14. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

15. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

16. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

17. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

18. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Ground Level, North West Bedroom

19. Closet:

Single

20. Ceiling:

Drywall

21. Walls:

Drywall

22. Floor:

Carpet

23. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

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Bedroom (Continued)


24. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

25. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

26. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

27. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Mid Level, South West Bedroom

28. Closet:

Single

29. Ceiling:

Drywall

30. Walls:

Drywall

31. Floor:

Carpet

32. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

33. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

34. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

35. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

36. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Mid Level, Front/Center Bedroom

37. Closet:

Single

38. Ceiling:

Drywall

39. Walls:

Drywall

40. Floor:

Carpet

41. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

42. Windows:

None

43. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

44. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

45. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Mid Level, North East Bedroom

46. Closet:

Single

47. Ceiling:

Drywall

48. Walls:

Drywall

49. Floor:

Carpet

50. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

51. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

52. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

53. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

54. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Top Floor, Master Bedroom Bedroom

55. Closet:

Single

56. Ceiling:

Drywall

57. Walls:

Drywall

58. Floor:

Carpet

59. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

60. Exterior Patio Door:

surface of the door operating panel, the weather strip was originally

installed on the wrong edge. When the weather strip was moved to the

proper edge, it left 7 or 8 little holes that had to be caulked.

Andersen French Wood, 6/0 Gliding Door On the exterior

61. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

62. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

63. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

64. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

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Living Space


A NP NI M D

Ground Level, Sitting & Game Room Living Space

1. Closet:

Single

2. Ceiling:

Drywall

3. Walls:

Drywall

4. Floor:

Carpet

5. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

6. Exterior Door:

Andersen French Wood, 6/0 Gliding Door

7. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

8. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

9. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

10. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Mid Level Main Entry & Sitting Area Living Space

11. Closet:

None

12. Ceiling:

Drywall

13. Walls:

Drywall

14. Floor:

Carpet

15. Doors:

None

16. Entry Door:

Full View Glass/Fiberglass Door with two side lites

17. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

18. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

19. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

20. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

Top Floor Living & Dining Area Living Space

21. Closet:

None

22. Ceiling:

Drywall

23. Walls:

Drywall

24. Floor:

Carpet

25. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

26. Exterior Door:

Andersen French Wood, 2/8 Hinged Full View Glass

27. Patio Door:

Andersen French Wood, 6/0 Gliding Door

28. Windows:

Andersen Double Hung

29. Electrical:

Fan, Light & Receptacles

30. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

31. Smoke Detector:

Hard Wired, Battery Backup

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Laundry Room/Area


A NP NI M D

Ground Level Laundry Room Laundry Room/Area

1. Ceiling:

Drywall

2. Walls:

Drywall

3. Floor:

Tile

4. Doors:

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

5. Electrical:

Light & Receptacles

6. HVAC Source:

Heating system register

7. Washer Hose Bib:

Recessed Box

8. Washer and Dryer Electrical:

110-240 VAC

9. Dryer Vent:

Plastic flex

10. Washer Drain:

Wall mounted drain

Final Comments


OVERALL EVALUATION AND COMMENTS:

The summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional

information of concern to the client. It is recommended that the client red the

complete report.

A home inspection is a visual non-invasive inspection of the property being

inspected.

A home inspection is not intended to discover building code violations. The home

inspection is conducted to reveal safety issues, items that are deteriorated,

damaged, missing or not serving their intended function.

The following is an overall evaluation of the inspected property:

This house is a conventionally framed home that appears to have been built with

labor and materials that appear to be of better quality than normally used.

Overall, I would consider the house to be in satisfactory condition, there are a

few minor discrepancies that are noted in the marginal and defective summary

section of the inspection report.

Please call Ralph or Winston at 252 261 1965 if there is any thing in this report

that you do not understand or have a question.

This information in this report is for the exclusive use of Crystal L. Haley and

cannot be disclosed without her permission.


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Marginal Summary


This summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the client. It is recommended

that the client read the complete report.


Lots and Grounds


1. Deck:

joist is deteriorated.

Lower & Upper Side, Wood One of the upper deck floor

2. Deck:

to be sealed to keep insects and moisture out.

Lower & Upper Side, Wood There are holes in the deck girder that need

Exterior Surface and Components


3. All Exterior Walls Exterior Surface Type:

the front lower deck at the top left corner of the sliding

glass door on the right side, the siding in this area

appears to be damp and there is organic growth on the

exterior surface. This condition may be the result of nail

in the deck boards above penetrating the metal deck

flashing or improper installation of the flashing, allowing

moisture to enter behind the deck girder. Only a invasive

inspection would reveal the actual cause of the moisture

intrusion.

Horizontal Cement Siding On

Roof


4. Roof Vents:

rear roof.

Plastic Roof Vents There were never any roof vents installed on the lower

Air Conditioning


5. Right Side of House, #1 AC System Exterior Unit:

platform The wooden platform for the HVAC condensers is not

level. Mechanical parts of the condensers could be harmed

if the platform is not level.

Mounted on wooden

6. Right Side of House, #2 AC System Exterior Unit:

condenser.

Mounted on wooden platform See note for #1

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Marginal Summary (Continued)


Plumbing


7. South Side Swimming Pool Pool Enclosure:

Cement Siding On the south wall exterior, there is a small

amount of damage to the cement siding.

Pressure Treated Wood &

Bathroom


8. Top Floor Living Area Half Bathroom Doors:

There is a small hole in the door that was caused by the

hinge pin door stop.

Flush Wood, Hollow Core

9. Ground Floor, North West Bathroom Shower/Surround:

in the fiberglass surface on the upper edge corner of the left wall.

One Piece Fiberglass There is a small chip

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Defective Summary


This summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the client. It is recommended

that the client read the complete report.


Plumbing


1. South Side Swimming Pool Heater:

the pool heater was not working and that it is probably ineffective for the purpose

of heating the pool water.

Propane Gas I was advised by the REALTO, Barbara Vaughn

Bedroom


2. Top Floor, Master Bedroom Bedroom Exterior Patio Door:

the exterior surface of the door operating panel, the weather strip was originally

installed on the wrong edge. When the weather strip was moved to the proper edge,

it left 7 or 8 little holes that had to be caulked.

Andersen French Wood, 6/0 Gliding Door On

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