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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.
WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, LANDSCAPING, RETAINING
WALLS
| 1.1 | WALKWAYS,
DRIVEWAYS, LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-A disconnected 3/8 or 7/16 inch white flexible hose covered with round black slip-on type insulation runs down the side of the building in the corner behind the rear drive-in order sign. Owner disclosure of purpose is recommended? |
| 1.2 | WALKWAYS,
DRIVEWAYS, LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-There is a short light-up type "exit" sign at each side of the parking lot entry near the 30ft main sign. The flexible conduit under the one furthest from the main sign has become detached or broken where it connects at the top and bottom. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to replacement of conduit. |
| 1.3 | WALKWAYS,
DRIVEWAYS, LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-Some of the electrical wires within the metal enclosure around the bottom of the main 30ft front entry sign can be viewed through small openings or gaps which were created when the bottom foot was somehow dented. Water could conceivably entire through these small openings or gaps where filling all with caulk is recommended. |
DETACHED AND ATTACHED GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER
BUILDINGS
| 2.2 | DETACHED AND
ATTACHED GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-Both of the dumpster building 8ft long fluorescent ceiling light fixtures do not turn on. The rear fixture bulbs are darker discolored and most likely need replaced and the front fixture has hanging wires and ceramic end sockets and one missing bulb. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended. |
| 2.3 | DETACHED AND
ATTACHED GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4-There are two small electrical boxes mounted on the interior right wall of the dumpster building, one is a combo box containing a switch and an outlet and the other a single box containing just an outlet. The single box outlet is GFCI protected however the combo box outlet is NOT and the conduit that travels along the wall between the two boxes is loose. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to the installation of GFCI protection for the combo box outlet and securing conduit properly to the wall. |
PORCHES, DECKS, PATIOS, STEPS, STAIRS, RAILINGS,
BANISTERS
| 3.1 | PORCHES,
DECKS, PATIOS, STEPS, STAIRS, RAILINGS, BANISTERS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-The short or narrow section of metal designer banister on the right side of the front entry area and four of six longer sections along the right side open patio are loose where they mount between the brick covered roof support columns and/or to the building. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to replacement of all loose bolts. *****For a more robust solution, small plates containing several holes could be welded to the bottom of present end brackets so numerous bolts would then be securing each end instead of just one. This would need to be done to each end bracket for cosmetic purposes. |
EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION,
GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
| 4.1 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-Present attic ventilation consists of air entering into the lower soffit vents and out the front and rear upper gable vents. The building depth or length between the front and rear gable vents is almost 60 feet. This is a rather long span, however most likely overall attic ventilation is adequate because there were no significant discolorations observed on the attic wood members. A total of four square metal roof penetrations are spaced out along the left side of the roof as seen in picture 2. These are all sealed where they are serving no purpose and most likely were intended to be some type of roof vent. Further investigation by a licensed roof contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to opening and installing an appropriate rain cap or cover on each , if determined to be necessary. Even though this is not required it should be considered, since it can only make the overall attic ventilation more efficient or robust. |
| 4.2 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-There is a 5ft long, hairline to 1/8in wide, vertical crack or gap along each side of the small storage closet attached to the rear wall to the right of the rear entry door. This small settlement or shifting has created a possible closet water entry issue based on the amount of daylight viewed from the closet interior where heavily caulking along the exterior and interior sides of the cracks or gaps is recommended. |
| 4.3 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The short section of dryer exhaust pipe along the right wall is loose and sticks out too far. The clothes washer and dryer connections are no longer being utilized and have been covered with storage shelving. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to caulking along the top of it after pushing pipe in so exhaust cover fits flush against the siding or removal of pipe and cover and filling hole with mortar if there are no future plans for laundry usage. |
| 4.4 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9-The metal roof covering appears adequate with no loose or missing areas. This is good, however the caulking or sealing compound around the roof penetrations, being the power ventilator housings, roof vents, plumbing vent pipes, and chimney has become aged with small cracks or gaps in various areas. Repairs are recommended which may include but are not limited to surrounding all roof penetrations with roof tar or appropriate caulking or sealing compound. 10,11-There are a total of four large or main power ventilator fan exhaust stacks, two center Centri Master models and two Mastervent models. A black, sticky grease like substance has dripped out of small ports or openings under the two center located Centri Master models, onto the metal roof covering. This apparently has been happening for quite some time based on the amount of grease like substance which has ran down and accumulated on the backside of the chimney base. There was no drippage observed out of the Mastervent models. Further investigation by a licensed power ventilator contractor to include system cleaning and service is recommended. |
| 4.5 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The bottom couple inches of the rear storage room metal entry door is heavily corroded. Repairs are recommended which may include but are not limited to the installation of metal kick plates and heavily painting of area. |
| 4.6 | EXTERIOR
DOORS, WINDOWS, SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4-The section of gutter on the right side of the patio was observed from the roof to be holding water from not be angled properly towards the downspout. Water leakage or drippage was observed from the seams where two sections of gutter join or come together along this area. It can be plainly derived from viewing the discoloration on the sidewalks, under the seams, that leakage occurs from the majority of them around the building. This appears to be caused from the original seam caulking being aged and/or an insufficient amount being originally applied causing the seam area to corrode and leak. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to proper angling of right side section toward downspout and cleaning and heavily covering of the interior side of ALL gutter seams with caulking and heavily painting exterior side of the gutter seams. |
ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
| 5.2 | ATTIC, ROOF
INTERIOR MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1.2.3-The attic entry pull-down ladder has been modified by the end-user which is usually not recommended by the manufacturer. The original or factory issued short bottom folding section (now being stored in attic) was removed and replaced with a slightly shorter homemade section made of 2x4 wood. The bottom 2x4 rung has some noticeable splitting and the top of the ladder starts about 30 inches below the attic floor decking where this area from the top of ladder to where the floor decking starts has been bridged with a section of plywood with attached boards used as mini steps or rungs. *****This entire attic entry arrangement appears unsafe where further investigation and repairs or safety enhancements by a licensed contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to the installation of a longer ladder which attaches at the top of the attic where the flooring begins. Interior ceiling height is 11ft where pull-down folding sectional ladders such as this are cumbersome at best to fold and unfold. Other attic entry possibilities, listed as a courtesy, may include but are not limited to the installation of a wall ladder surrounded by a safety guard or cage or a small staircase with hand-rails. Due to the massive amount of attic storage available, the small staircase option placed somewhere in the rear kitchen area along the back wall appears to be the better choice. The carrying of stored items such as what is presently being stored in attic is inappropriate for carrying up and down the present high height pull-down folding ladder. EXTREME CAUTION IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED WHEN UTILIZING ATTIC PULL-DOWN LADDERS!!! |
| 5.3 | ATTIC, ROOF
INTERIOR MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4,5-There is plywood decking down the center of the entire length of the attic, from front wall to rear wall. This is good, however numerous old miscellaneous owner items are present where removal and cleaning is recommended. |
| 5.4 | ATTIC, ROOF
INTERIOR MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The front cover of the power ventilator control panel located in the rear attic cavity over the power ventilator area, is laying off to the side. This most likely was removed when someone was working on the panel which contains solenoid coils and live voltage, where cover installation is recommended. (safety) |
| 5.5 | ATTIC, ROOF
INTERIOR MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-One small square metal electrical junction box along the center decking is missing a cover. (safety) |
KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS
| 6.5 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-The green colored plasterboard walls in the Women's room have some minor holes or gouges where repairs with wallboard compound and paint are recommended. (cosmetic) |
| 6.6 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4,5-Both of the Men's room commode bases and the one in the rear stall of the Women's room have a hairline vertical crack(s) in the front. The commodes had no movement where they are robustly secured to the floor and no leakage was observed when repeatedly flushed. Most likely these are from being kicked or hit by shoes and may or may not travel all the through? Periodic monitoring is recommended and replacement if cracking should continue to worsen. |
| 6.7 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3-Both of the Master vent fan housings on top of the roof are supposed to have 4 separate filters. The rear housing has all four however all appear dirty where cleaning is recommended and the front housing contains no filter as if this particular housing is not in-use? Recommend this filter issue be included when system is serviced by a licensed power ventilator contractor. |
| 6.8 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4,5,6-The building has three separate walk-in freezer cavities. One cavity is stand-alone, while the other two are side-by side with a front and back cavity. The back cavity can only be entered through the front cavity. All three units were running during the inspection and only the back cavity of the dual unit was found functional and adequately freezing. Only one of the fan motors was operating in the dual fan housing which contains all three freezer unit compressors. There is also a section of metal flex conduit containing some cut-off wiring that is hanging loose from the wall behind the dual fan housing. Further investigation by a licensed refrigeration contractor to include system service and repairs and removal of unused conduit and wiring, is recommended. |
| 6.9 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-Copper tubing of the type used for ice-makers and machines is located in the corner down from the drive-in window. There is no end fitting for it to connect to anything, however it has a water cut-off valve. Recommend this section of copper tubing be capped off or totally removed if there are no plans for usage. |
| 6.10 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-A hairline crack exists in the middle of the dining room that spans the width of the building. This does not appear to be a major issue, however merits mentioning as well as a small corner piece of tile missing along the bottom of the wall in the hallway leading to the public bathrooms. |
| 6.11 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3-It was reported that the present dual oven unit in the front left kitchen room will be discarded and the entire area under the power ventilator hood is to be filled with cook-top units where additional safety water sprayers and piping will need to be installed. |
| 6.12 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION The Men's and Women's bathroom have a noticeable sewer smell where at first cleaning is recommended, then if smell persists, further investigation by a licensed plumbing contractor. |
| 6.13 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION The bathroom wall mirrors above the sinks are missing. |
| 6.14 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The plastic coating over the water piping under the right sink in the Women's room contained water. Exact source of leak is undetermined where further investigation by a licensed plumbing contractor is recommended. |
| 6.15 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The piping and flush valve above the Men's room urinal is loose with movement. |
| 6.16 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2,3,4-The 120 volt electrical outlet across from the fireplace barbecue, another above the washer connections and another with a white receptacle and brown cover have no power. |
| 6.17 | KITCHEN,
BATHROOMS, INTERIOR ROOMS MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The rear left kitchen room stainless steel sink faucet has a slow constant drip where repair by a licensed plumbing contractor is recommended. |
PLUMBING (Main, Exterior, Water Heater, Washer,
Dryer)
| 7.8 | PLUMBING
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The left or hot water side of the floor basin type cleaning sink in the rear attached storage closet has no flow and an electrical wire of unknown purpose is wrapped around the water piping behind the sink basin. The cold water supply is adequate. Removal or coiling and taping up of unknown wiring and further investigation of water issue if a hot water supply is desired, are recommended. |
| 7.9 | PLUMBING
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The plywood covering on top of the homemade 2x4 type stand under the water heater has become crushed and disfigured from the weight of the 100 gallon tank, since it was installed. A center joist is present under the plywood however the small stub-like edges along the bottom of the tank may continue to dig in causing the plywood to become further deteriorated where repairs are recommended. Repairs may include but are not limited to draining of tank and the placement of a more robust or thicker piece of plywood under tank or the installation of a new factory-made and certified type of stand designed specifically to hold this size tank.. |
| 7.10 | PLUMBING
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-Pubic water supply is discolored with corrosion from sitting idle in pipes where continual operating of fixtures is recommended. |
ELECTRICAL (Service, Interior Distribution Panels,
Exterior)
| 8.6 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-A small recessed cavity or junction box exists beside the rear entry door. This may at one time have been used as a switch for some device, however everything has bee removed where no issues should be present, however for cosmetic purposes a blank cover placed over it is recommended, |
| 8.7 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The emergency type lighting and exit signs located throughout the building in hallways and exit exit doors did not turn on when all power was turned off within the main panel. |
| 8.8 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The Mars Air Door automatically operated air curtain above the rear entry functions, however is rather noisy. The unit has some play or movement where it attaches to the wall where a more robust securement is recommended. The unit was made in 08/1998 and is model 48CH. |
| 8.9 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-The inspection of lighting controlled by timers, and photo or motion type detectors is beyond the scope of the inspection and only a random sampling of manually operated exterior lighting is inspected. 3-The cover is off of what appears to be an exterior lighting panel that is mounted in the attic along the front gable. There are three sections of electrical wires protruding through the upper front gable which were most likely used for a previous light-up type sign. This panel may control this lighting? Owner disclosure of sign control lighting and a proper cover are recommended. |
| 8.10 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1,2-The GFCI type outlet receptacle located in the rear attached closet no loner trips from the push-button and the lower corner located outlet box is loose. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended which may include but are not limited to the installation of new GFCI receptacle and proper securement of lower outlet to the brick covered wall. |
| 8.11 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The only GFCI type breaker within the four electrical panels located in the rear right kitchen room does not trip when the test button is depressed. It is unknown exactly what this controls or whether it is still needed? A licensed electrical contractor is recommended to determine purpose and replacement if found necessary along with a complete verification and updating of all panels breakers. Presently labeling is written on panel covers where labels placed on a breaker after it has been verified is recommended, but is not required. |
| 8.12 | ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM MINOR REPAIRS, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-Some loose and bare-ended wires are located along the bottom of sub-panel A or the one to the left of the main panel where at the very least the installation of wire-nuts by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended. |
COOLING SYSTEM
| 10.1 | COOLING
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) 1-The rear right cooling system was not working when first turned on, however began working after several additional attempts. This system is only two years and should most likely be fully functional where this may have been a timing issue? System service by a licensed heating and air contractor is recommended. |
| 10.2 | COOLING
SYSTEM MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION, (REFER TO REPORT PICTURES) All interior attic evaporator coil units have condensation water that drips down through a primary PVC pipe that runs directly out of the bottom of the coils to the exterior. There is also an emergency drain pan under each coil unit which is there to prevent any leakage from above from getting onto the house ceilings. This emergency pan is supposed to have both or at least one of the following means of overflow protection. A PVC pipe out of the side of the pan to the exterior which allows any water to drain away and/or a float switch to cut power to the unit if a high water level is obtained in the pan. It is always better to have both forms of protection, however only one or the other is required. These are are considered a back-up leak prevention system. *****The emergency pans under each of the six attic evaporator coil units have only a PVC drain pipe to the exterior and NO float switch. Back-up prevention enhancements are recommended, but NOT required and may include but are not limited to a back-up float switch on each pan. Opinions by licensed heat and air contractors on this issue may vary where I recommend your licensed heat and air contractor be consulted for an opinion and correct or enhance if necessary or if desired. 1,2,3,4-The interior side of the emergency drain pans under the right side middle evaporator coil unit and the left side front unit are corroded where further investigation by a licensed heat and air contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to cleaning or pan replacement. |
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.
| LANDSCAPING: LEVEL PROPERTY REAR WOODED AREA |
WALKWAYS: CONCRETE |
PARKING LOT: ASPHALT |
| MISC EXTERIOR ITEMS: (3) 40FT LIGHT POSTS (1) DRIVE-UP ORDER SIGN (1) DRIVE-UP INTERCOM |
MISC EXTERIOR ITEMS: (1) 30FT MAIN SIGN (2) SMALL LIT EXIT SIGNS |
| 1.0 | WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS,
LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS
It is always recommended that the media material, for example soil or pavement, against all foundation walls be sloped gently down and away for proper drainage. This prevents water from draining down along the foundation. 1,2,3,4-There is a wide shallow v-shaped drainage depression leading into each side of a center sewer drain in the front parking area. This is good, however the property which consists entirely of paved parking areas is relatively level where small isolated areas of water may collect each time it rains. It does not appear that this would effect the building foundation where they would be more of a nuisance. Since it was not raining at the time of inspection, any collection issues could not be exactly determined. *****Recommend monitoring during a storm and further investigation by a licensed landscaping or paving contractor(s)s if any drainage issues such as sizeable collections should develop, especially if near or against the foundation slab. Repairs or drainage enhancements at that time may include but are not limited to some minor relandscaping such as additional asphalt pavement in any low areas and/or installation of additional wide shallow v-shaped drainage depressions and/or sewer drains. ACE Home Inspections, LLC is not responsible for any drainage issues that may be uncovered during a future storm because it was not raining at time of the inspection and any conclusions are based solely on only what was inspected. Repair or drainage enhancement ideas are listed only as a courtesy and does not always infer that an actual problem exists where further investigation during a storm and by a licensed landscaping and/or paving contractor(s) along with any repairs deemed necessary, are always recommended. ACE Home Inspections, LLC is not a licensed landscaping or paving contractor and has no intent to supercede any of their conclusions and since opinions may vary it is always recommended, especially in any situations of disagreement, that multiple licensed landscaping and/or paving contractors be contacted for an opinion. |
| 1.1 | WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS,
LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS
1-A disconnected 3/8 or 7/16 inch white flexible hose covered with round black slip-on type insulation runs down the side of the building in the corner behind the rear drive-in order sign. Owner disclosure of purpose is recommended? |
| 1.2 | WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS,
LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS
1-There is a short light-up type "exit" sign at each side of the parking lot entry near the 30ft main sign. The flexible conduit under the one furthest from the main sign has become detached or broken where it connects at the top and bottom. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to replacement of conduit. |
| 1.3 | WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS,
LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS
1-Some of the electrical wires within the metal enclosure around the bottom of the main 30ft front entry sign can be viewed through small openings or gaps which were created when the bottom foot was somehow dented. Water could conceivably entire through these small openings or gaps where filling all with caulk is recommended. |
| 1.4 | WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, PATIOS,
LANDSCAPING, RETAINING WALLS (Visible condition. Checking for proper water
runoff away from the house, the landscape for presence of holes, sunken
areas, bald spots, eroding areas, and tripping hazards, trees and
vegetation clearances, and drainage weep holes or drains at the base of
retaining walls.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| DETACHED DUMPSTER
BUILDING: 12FT X 12FT CONCRETE SLAB FLOOR CONCRETE BLOCK WALLS EXTERIOR BRICK SIDING |
DETACHED DUMPSTER
BUILDING: SLOPED FLAT ROOF 2X10 WOOD RAFTERS SPACED 16 INCHES APART PLYWOOD ROOF DECKING |
DETACHED STORAGE
BUILDING: 2X4 WOOD STUD WALLS FLOURESCENT LIGHTS ELECTRICAL OUTLETS LEFT SIDE FENCED AREA |
| 2.0 | DETACHED AND ATTACHED
GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS
1-Complimentary dumpster building picture. |
| 2.1 | DETACHED AND ATTACHED
GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS
1-The dumpster building wood members appear free of major moisture discoloration and deterioration. Overall building construction is adequate and robust with full concrete block walls, concrete slab floor, and 2x10 ceiling joists spaced 16 inches apart. This is good! |
| 2.2 | DETACHED AND ATTACHED
GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS
1-Both of the dumpster building 8ft long fluorescent ceiling light fixtures do not turn on. The rear fixture bulbs are darker discolored and most likely need replaced and the front fixture has hanging wires and ceramic end sockets and one missing bulb. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended. |
| 2.3 | DETACHED AND ATTACHED
GARAGES, CARPORTS, OTHER BUILDINGS
1,2,3,4-There are two small electrical boxes mounted on the interior right wall of the dumpster building, one is a combo box containing a switch and an outlet and the other a single box containing just an outlet. The single box outlet is GFCI protected however the combo box outlet is NOT and the conduit that travels along the wall between the two boxes is loose. Repair by a licensed electrical contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to the installation of GFCI protection for the combo box outlet and securing conduit properly to the wall. |
| 2.4 | EXTERIOR: ROOF, EAVES,
GUTTERS, WALLS, SIDING, WINDOWS, DOORS, FOUNDATION, LANDSCAPING (Visible
condition.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 2.5 | INTERIOR: ROOF, ATTIC,
CEILING, WALLS, FOUNDATION, COVERINGS, SHELVING, WORKBENCHES, EXPOSED
PLUMBING, EXPOSED WIRING (Visible condition.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 2.6 | INTERIOR: WINDOWS, DOORS,
FLOOR, CABINETS, LIGHTS, SWITCHES, OUTLETS, HEATING, COOLING (Visible
condition and operation.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| FRONT ENTRY: CENTER VACUUM BREEZEWAY FLOOR TILES |
FRONT ENTRY: GABLE ROOF OFF MAIN PLYWOOD CEILING GROUND-LEVEL CONCRETE SLAB RECESSED CEILING LIGHT |
RIGHT OPEN PATIO: RECESSED UNDER HOUSE ROOF PLYWOOD CEILING 5 BRICK COLUMNS CONCRETE SLAB FLOOR 16 RECESSED CEILING LIGHTS WALL TV SET-UP 4 CEILING FANS |
| REAR ENTRY: NO ROOF NO PORCH GROUND-LEVEL CONCRETE SLAB |
STEPS AND STAIRWAYS: NONE 1 ATTIC PULL-DOWN LADDER |
RAILINGS AND
BANISTERS: 1-IN SQUARE TUBE BANISTERS AT FRONT ENTRY AT RIGHT PATIO |
| 3.0 | PORCHES, DECKS, PATIOS,
STEPS, STAIRS, RAILINGS, BANISTERS
1-There is an electrical outlet mounted near the top of the patio rear wall and a short section of coaxial running down from the ceiling which most likely were intended for television usage where all that is needed is a wall-mount stand and television, if desired. There were no other holes observed in the brick indicating that this has not been previously utilized. |
| 3.1 | PORCHES, DECKS, PATIOS,
STEPS, STAIRS, RAILINGS, BANISTERS
1,2-The short or narrow section of metal designer banister on the right side of the front entry area and four of six longer sections along the right side open patio are loose where they mount between the brick covered roof support columns and/or to the building. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to replacement of all loose bolts. *****For a more robust solution, small plates containing several holes could be welded to the bottom of present end brackets so numerous bolts would then be securing each end instead of just one. This would need to be done to each end bracket for cosmetic purposes. |
| 3.2 | PORCH (Visible condition of
roof, eaves, gutters, attic, ventilation, columns, foundation, floor,
coverings, storage closets.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 3.3 | PORCH (Visible condition and
operation of doors, lights, switches, and outlets.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 3.4 | COMMON HALLWAYS AND CORRIDORS
(Visible condition and operation of windows, doors, floors, cabinets,
lights, switches, outlets, heating, cooling.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 3.5 | STOOPS, STEPS, STAIRS,
BANISTERS, AND RAILINGS (Visible condition. Checking for potential
tripping hazards from variations in step riser heights, narrow tread
steps, unlevel steps or steep stairs. Checking for adequate
headroom.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 3.6 | SPACINGS BETWEEN ANY TWO
RAILING BANISTERS OF 4 TO 5 INCHES OR LESS (Safety issue for
children.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| DOOR INFO: FRONT OUTER FULL GLASS FRONT INNER FULL GLASS REAR FULL METAL RIGHT FULL GLASS SLIDER |
HOUSE WINDOWS: 13 FIXED DINING ROOM 1 PICK-UP SLIDER |
SIDING MATERIAL: FULL BRICK WOOD FIBEROUS LAP GABLES |
| SOFFIT/FASCIA
MATERIAL: WOOD |
GUTTER MATERIAL: ALUMINUM |
FOUNDATION MATERIAL: CONCRETE SLAB |
| VIEWED ROOF FROM: ROOF-LINE BY LADDER WALK ENTIRE ROOF/USE LADDER |
ROOF TYPE: GABLE |
ROOF COVERING: METAL |
| LAYERS: ONE |
ESTIMATED ROOF AGE: 9 YEARS OLD |
ROOF VENTILATION: 2 GABLE VENTS SOFFIT VENTS ROOF VENTS |
| CHIMNEY(S): ONE CHIMNEY |
SKY LIGHT (S): NONE |
BUILDING DIMENSIONS: 59FT WIDE X 84FT DEEP APPROX 5040 SQUARE FEET |
| 4.0 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY Comments: FOR YOUR INFORMATION Main building siding is brick, and windows and doors are aluminum, all of which are relatively low maintenance, however upper gable area siding is wood fiberous or Masonite type lap boards and the soffit and fascia are wood and subject to deterioration if not properly maintained. It is strongly recommended that all exterior wood be painted on a periodic basis. The whole point is to prevent moisture damage which leads to costly total replacement. IT CAN NOT BE STRESSED ENOUGH THAT PERIODIC PAINTING OF ALL WOOD SURFACES IS A MUST!!! Whenever small cracks start to develop at the end of the boards, it is time to paint! (Maintenance tip.) |
| 4.1 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1,2-Present attic ventilation consists of air entering into the lower soffit vents and out the front and rear upper gable vents. The building depth or length between the front and rear gable vents is almost 60 feet. This is a rather long span, however most likely overall attic ventilation is adequate because there were no significant discolorations observed on the attic wood members. A total of four square metal roof penetrations are spaced out along the left side of the roof as seen in picture 2. These are all sealed where they are serving no purpose and most likely were intended to be some type of roof vent. Further investigation by a licensed roof contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to opening and installing an appropriate rain cap or cover on each , if determined to be necessary. Even though this is not required it should be considered, since it can only make the overall attic ventilation more efficient or robust. |
| 4.2 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1,2-There is a 5ft long, hairline to 1/8in wide, vertical crack or gap along each side of the small storage closet attached to the rear wall to the right of the rear entry door. This small settlement or shifting has created a possible closet water entry issue based on the amount of daylight viewed from the closet interior where heavily caulking along the exterior and interior sides of the cracks or gaps is recommended. |
| 4.3 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1-The short section of dryer exhaust pipe along the right wall is loose and sticks out too far. The clothes washer and dryer connections are no longer being utilized and have been covered with storage shelving. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to caulking along the top of it after pushing pipe in so exhaust cover fits flush against the siding or removal of pipe and cover and filling hole with mortar if there are no future plans for laundry usage. |
| 4.4 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9-The metal roof covering appears adequate with no loose or missing areas. This is good, however the caulking or sealing compound around the roof penetrations, being the power ventilator housings, roof vents, plumbing vent pipes, and chimney has become aged with small cracks or gaps in various areas. Repairs are recommended which may include but are not limited to surrounding all roof penetrations with roof tar or appropriate caulking or sealing compound. 10,11-There are a total of four large or main power ventilator fan exhaust stacks, two center Centri Master models and two Mastervent models. A black, sticky grease like substance has dripped out of small ports or openings under the two center located Centri Master models, onto the metal roof covering. This apparently has been happening for quite some time based on the amount of grease like substance which has ran down and accumulated on the backside of the chimney base. There was no drippage observed out of the Mastervent models. Further investigation by a licensed power ventilator contractor to include system cleaning and service is recommended. |
| 4.5 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1-The bottom couple inches of the rear storage room metal entry door is heavily corroded. Repairs are recommended which may include but are not limited to the installation of metal kick plates and heavily painting of area. |
| 4.6 | EXTERIOR DOORS, WINDOWS,
SIDING, FOUNDATION, GUTTERS, ROOF, CHIMNEY
1,2,3,4-The section of gutter on the right side of the patio was observed from the roof to be holding water from not be angled properly towards the downspout. Water leakage or drippage was observed from the seams where two sections of gutter join or come together along this area. It can be plainly derived from viewing the discoloration on the sidewalks, under the seams, that leakage occurs from the majority of them around the building. This appears to be caused from the original seam caulking being aged and/or an insufficient amount being originally applied causing the seam area to corrode and leak. Repair is recommended which may include but is not limited to proper angling of right side section toward downspout and cleaning and heavily covering of the interior side of ALL gutter seams with caulking and heavily painting exterior side of the gutter seams. |
| 4.7 | WINDOWS, SHUTTERS AND AWNINGS
(Visible condition and checking for the presence and functionality of
window flashing and operation of windows and window locks.)
Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.8 | ENTRY DOORS, STORM DOORS,
SECURITY DOORS, AND DOORBELL (Visible condition and operation, checking
hardware, locks, coverings, frame, trim, weatherstripping, presence of
deadbolts on all exterior doors, proper locking, opening, and closing of
sliding glass doors, and the presence of a security dead-pin in all
sliding glass doors.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.9 | FOUNDATION WALLS AND MORTAR
JOINTS (Visible condition, checking for cracked, crumbled, loose, missing,
eroded areas, or large gaps) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.10 | EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS,
FLASHING,TRIM, AND CAULKING (Visible condition. A wall flashing is defined
as a material used around angles or junctions on exterior walls to prevent
water leakage.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.11 | HOUSE FRAMING (Visible
condition, checking for any cracks developing outside of the house, cracks
between a chimney and the exterior wall or any cracks running outward at
an angle from the upper corners of windows and door frames.)
Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.12 | OUTSIDE ACCESS TO HOUSE IS
RODENT PROOF Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.13 | ROOF COVERING (Visible
condition. Checking roof penetrations such as, roof vents, ridge vents,
wind turbines, soffit vents, gable vents, chimneys, furnace flues, water
heater flues, plumbing vents, skylights and any other penetrations.
Checking flashings which are used to seal around roof penetrations and
intersections. Checking rain caps on chimneys and flues.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 4.14 | SOFFIT, FASCIA, EAVES,
GUTTERS, DOWNSPOUTS (Visible condition. Checking if gutters are provided
where necessary, including porches, flat roofs, and dormers. Checking
whether splasblocks are in place if underground piping is not used for
rain gutter drainage.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| ROOF STRUCTURE: 2 x 6 WOOD RAFTERS PLYWOOD FLOOR DECKING 2X4 TRUSS TYPE BRACING |
CEILING STRUCTURE: 2 x 8 WOOD CEILING JOISTS |
RAFTER SPACING: 24 INCHES |
| JOIST SPACING: 24 INCHES |
INSULATION TYPE: BATT |
INSULATION INCHES: 6 INCHES |
| R- VALUE: R-19 |
ATTIC INFO: FULL DEPTH CENTER DECKING 6 HEAT AND AIR UNITS FLOURESCENT LIGHTS HIGH CLEARANCE STAND-UP CENTER |
| 5.0 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
GENERAL RECESSED LIGHT INFORMATION: Basically recessed can lights consist of the recessed can housing, a lamp, and trim. They are required to be thermally protected with an internal thermostat switch. The power is cut if the temperature gets above a certain temperature, usually around 194 degrees. Once the temperature drops below a certain temperature, usually 184 degrees, the switch resets. However this does not guarantee complete safety. There are two types of fixtures, IC(insulated ceiling) type and Non-IC type. IC type fixture are usually safety rated for insulation. Non-IC rated fixtures have a warning label, "Warning, Risk of fire, Non-type IC only, Do not install insulation within 3 inches of sides or wiring compartment." This applies to all insulation because it retains heat causing items to possibly catch fire. Non-IC rated fixtures can not have insulation within 3 inches. IC rated fixtures are permitted to be covered with insulation. ACE Home Inspections, LLC does not hunt for recessed can lights that are completely buried under insulation and are not readily accessible. Note that there are some circumstances where lighting is permitted to be covered with insulation when special trims are used. This is normally stated on the fixture by the manufacturer. Opinions on this issue sometime vary among insulation installation contractors, however ACE Home Inspections, LLC has previously called several recessed light manufacturers, who all stated that whenever the sticker is present stating "keep all insulation 3 inches away" it MUST be kept 3 inches away and if a warning sticker is not present to check the interior side for any warning information along with a manufacturer and model number. *****The recessed ceiling lights within the suspended ceiling tiles appear open and not covered with insulation. This is good! |
| 5.1 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10-The wood members throughout the attic appeared free of major moisture discoloration and deterioration. The insulation under readily accessible roof penetrations was moved aside in order to inspect the ceilings. Overall attic construction is adequate and robust with 2x6 rafters, 2x8 ceiling joists, plywood roof decking, 2x4 truss type purlin bracing boards and the majority of the rafters are properly aligned onto the ridge boards. This is good! The attic consists of two separate cavities, one small one in the rear and the larger main one. ACE Home Inspections, LLC is not responsible for any leakage within the attic that may be uncovered during a future storm because it was not raining at time of the attic inspection and only readily accessible areas are inspected and any conclusions are based solely on only what was inspected. |
| 5.2 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
1.2.3-The attic entry pull-down ladder has been modified by the end-user which is usually not recommended by the manufacturer. The original or factory issued short bottom folding section (now being stored in attic) was removed and replaced with a slightly shorter homemade section made of 2x4 wood. The bottom 2x4 rung has some noticeable splitting and the top of the ladder starts about 30 inches below the attic floor decking where this area from the top of ladder to where the floor decking starts has been bridged with a section of plywood with attached boards used as mini steps or rungs. *****This entire attic entry arrangement appears unsafe where further investigation and repairs or safety enhancements by a licensed contractor is recommended which may include but is not limited to the installation of a longer ladder which attaches at the top of the attic where the flooring begins. Interior ceiling height is 11ft where pull-down folding sectional ladders such as this are cumbersome at best to fold and unfold. Other attic entry possibilities, listed as a courtesy, may include but are not limited to the installation of a wall ladder surrounded by a safety guard or cage or a small staircase with hand-rails. Due to the massive amount of attic storage available, the small staircase option placed somewhere in the rear kitchen area along the back wall appears to be the better choice. The carrying of stored items such as what is presently being stored in attic is inappropriate for carrying up and down the present high height pull-down folding ladder. EXTREME CAUTION IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED WHEN UTILIZING ATTIC PULL-DOWN LADDERS!!! |
| 5.3 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
1,2,3,4,5-There is plywood decking down the center of the entire length of the attic, from front wall to rear wall. This is good, however numerous old miscellaneous owner items are present where removal and cleaning is recommended. |
| 5.4 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
1-The front cover of the power ventilator control panel located in the rear attic cavity over the power ventilator area, is laying off to the side. This most likely was removed when someone was working on the panel which contains solenoid coils and live voltage, where cover installation is recommended. (safety) |
| 5.5 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR
1-One small square metal electrical junction box along the center decking is missing a cover. (safety) |
| 5.6 | ATTIC, ROOF INTERIOR (Visible
condition. Checking attic insulation, exposed wiring, lights and water
pipes. Checking to see that all attic areas are accessible, all exposed
sections of chimney in attic are free of soot and creosote leakage, that
soffit vents are not covered with insulation, and attic ventilation vent
screening which keeps animals out) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.7 | GAS FLUE AND CHIMNEY
FIRESTOPPING (Visible condition. Firestopping refers to size of the hole
made in the ceiling and roof so as to maintain the proper clearance from a
hot metal flue pipe or chimney brick.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.8 | DO ALL FLUES AND VENTS
PRESENT IN ATTIC TERMINATE TO THE EXTERIOR (Water heater flue, furnace
flue, metal chimney flue, plumbing vents, bathroom fan vents, range hood
vent, dryer vent, etc...) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.9 | RAFTERS, DECKING, JOISTS OR
TRUSSES (Visible condition. Check for rafters pulling away from ridge
board, rot, cracks, splits, cut, altered or missing supports.)
Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.10 | IS ATTIC FREE OF VISIBLE ROOF
LEAKS OR DETERIORATION (Flashing refers to materials, usually metal, that
join parts of the house to the roof. Common places where roof leaks occur
are flashings around chimneys, metal gas flues, plumbing vents, turbines,
dormers, valleys, or any other roof penetrations or intersections.)
Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.11 | IS ATTIC FREE OF VISIBLE
CONDENSATION OR MOISTURE DAMAGE DUE TO IMPROPER VENTILATION (Often what
appears to be a leak is in fact condensation, and a sign of inadequate
ventilation. Proper attic ventilation reduces heat in summer and prevents
condensation in winter. It allows air to carry off water vapor before it
can condense and cause moisture damage.) Comments: INSPECTED |
| 5.12 | INSTALLED MECHANICAL
VENTILATION SYSTEMS (Visible condition and operation of power ventilators
and fans) Comments: INSPECTED |
| FREEZERS: 3 KOLPAK FREEZERS (1) 7FT X 16FT X 8FT (1) 7FT X 16FT X 8FT (1) 6FT X 8FT X 8FT COLDZONE BLOWERS DATED 1998 |
OVEN: NOT INSPECTED |
HOOD EXHAUST: POWER VENTILATOR |
| DISHWASHER: NOT INSPECTED |
DISPOSER: NONE |
TRASH COMPACTORS: NONE |
| INTERIOR CEILING
MATERIALS: PLASTERBOARD SUSPENDED CEILING TILES |
INTERIOR WALL
MATERIALS: PLASTERBOARD CORRUGATED TIN CHAIR-RAIL |
INTERIOR FLOOR
MATERIALS: CERAMIC TILE |
| BATHROOMS: 1 MENS ROOM 1 WOMENS ROOM 1 KITCHEN UNISEX |
MENS BATHROOM: 2 COMMODES 1 URINAL 2 WALL SINKS |
WOMENS BATHROOM: 3 COMMODES 2 WALL SINKS |
| KITCHEN UNISEX
BATHROOM: 1 COMMODE 1 WALL SINK |
INTERIOR LAYOUT: FRONT OPEN DINING ROOM FRONT COUNTER ROOM RIGHT DISHWASHER ROOM CENTER KITCHEN STOVE ROOM |
INTERIOR LAYOUT: REAR LEFT KITCHEN ROOM REAR RIGHT KITCHEN ROOM REAR CENTER SMALL OFFICE |
| 6.0 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2-It was reported that the upper and lower oven unit within the front left kitchen room are to be discarded where they are beyond the scope of the inspection. |
| 6.1 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Each sink basin was filled in order to pressurize the piping to inspect for leakage. |
| 6.2 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-All 4 of the public restroom wall sink faucets leak around the center ball area to some degree when running. The overspray or water leakage drains back down into the sink where this should not be a major issue. |
| 6.3 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-The side along the knob striker assembly of the metal entry door into the small office has multiple dents, most likely caused from entering continuously with a screwdriver. The knob and door are still function where heavily painting of area is recommended. |
| 6.4 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS Comments: MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Five of 7 track lights above the serving counter do not turn on where the bulbs may be bad? |
| 6.5 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2-The green colored plasterboard walls in the Women's room have some minor holes or gouges where repairs with wallboard compound and paint are recommended. (cosmetic) |
| 6.6 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3,4,5-Both of the Men's room commode bases and the one in the rear stall of the Women's room have a hairline vertical crack(s) in the front. The commodes had no movement where they are robustly secured to the floor and no leakage was observed when repeatedly flushed. Most likely these are from being kicked or hit by shoes and may or may not travel all the through? Periodic monitoring is recommended and replacement if cracking should continue to worsen. |
| 6.7 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3-Both of the Master vent fan housings on top of the roof are supposed to have 4 separate filters. The rear housing has all four however all appear dirty where cleaning is recommended and the front housing contains no filter as if this particular housing is not in-use? Recommend this filter issue be included when system is serviced by a licensed power ventilator contractor. |
| 6.8 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3,4,5,6-The building has three separate walk-in freezer cavities. One cavity is stand-alone, while the other two are side-by side with a front and back cavity. The back cavity can only be entered through the front cavity. All three units were running during the inspection and only the back cavity of the dual unit was found functional and adequately freezing. Only one of the fan motors was operating in the dual fan housing which contains all three freezer unit compressors. There is also a section of metal flex conduit containing some cut-off wiring that is hanging loose from the wall behind the dual fan housing. Further investigation by a licensed refrigeration contractor to include system service and repairs and removal of unused conduit and wiring, is recommended. |
| 6.9 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-Copper tubing of the type used for ice-makers and machines is located in the corner down from the drive-in window. There is no end fitting for it to connect to anything, however it has a water cut-off valve. Recommend this section of copper tubing be capped off or totally removed if there are no plans for usage. |
| 6.10 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-A hairline crack exists in the middle of the dining room that spans the width of the building. This does not appear to be a major issue, however merits mentioning as well as a small corner piece of tile missing along the bottom of the wall in the hallway leading to the public bathrooms. |
| 6.11 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3-It was reported that the present dual oven unit in the front left kitchen room will be discarded and the entire area under the power ventilator hood is to be filled with cook-top units where additional safety water sprayers and piping will need to be installed. |
| 6.12 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS Comments: MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION The Men's and Women's bathroom have a noticeable sewer smell where at first cleaning is recommended, then if smell persists, further investigation by a licensed plumbing contractor. |
| 6.13 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS Comments: MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION The bathroom wall mirrors above the sinks are missing. |
| 6.14 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-The plastic coating over the water piping under the right sink in the Women's room contained water. Exact source of leak is undetermined where further investigation by a licensed plumbing contractor is recommended. |
| 6.15 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-The piping and flush valve above the Men's room urinal is loose with movement. |
| 6.16 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1,2,3,4-The 120 volt electrical outlet across from the fireplace barbecue, another above the washer connections and another with a white receptacle and brown cover have no power. |
| 6.17 | KITCHEN, BATHROOMS, INTERIOR
ROOMS
1-The rear left kitchen room stainless steel sink faucet has a slow constant drip where repair by a licensed plumbing contractor is recommended. |
