Home-Spec Inspections LLC

ASHI Certified Home Inspectors

We inspect Colorado!

Aurora Arvada Broomfield Boulder Denver Golden

Lakewood Littleton Parker Westminster

Things that we inspect.

Lot and vegetation Plant health, landscaping street noise and trash Roof system Covering, flashing, gutters drainage and penetrations Exterior walls & Siding Siding, decks, patios, doors and storm drainage Electrical system Panels, wire, receptacles switches and infrared scans Heating and cooling Systems Expected life of furnace and AC, gas leaks, duct, registers

Structure and foundation Foundation walls, support columns and concrete floors Interior walls and floors Drywall, doors, cabinets, stairs and handrails Insulation and ventilation Insulation, vapor barriers, attic and crawlspace vents Fireplaces and stoves Clearances, fire brick dampers and chimneys Radon and mold survey We always look for conditions favorable for mold growth or radon and recommend tests if we think either may be present

Our Inspections include checking hundreds of items

Typical Checklist of items inspected

ROOF AND SKYLIGHTS

Inspection Method	Visual Walk-on
Roofing Material	Asphalt Shingle ~15 Years rated
Roof Coverage	OK
Roof Drainage	OK
Flashing	Galvanized Sheet Metal – some rust
Penetrations	Lead Flashing
Skylights	Snow Melting System Not Functional
Chimneys	OK – clean before first fire
Leakage	None Apparent
Gutters	Secure byut5 need to be cleaned

Summary: Expect roof to last less than 10 years

STRUCTURAL SYSTEM

Inspection Method	Visual In Attic Space
Attic Structure	Manufactured Trusses – 24” centers
Ceiling Structure	Truss
Wall Structure	2x4 wood studs
Floor Structure	2x12 joist – 16” centers
Crawl Space Framing	2"x12" Joist on 10" Steel I-Beam
Basement Framing	Concrete wall – no insulation or furring
Foundation	8" Concrete
Columns	3” steel post – adjustable height
Concrete Floor	Concrete – few cracks, no vertical movement

Summary: Attic structure appears to be sound. No dry rot or water damage

was seen. One roof truss appeared to be missing. Strongly recommend

that a structural engineer be consulted.

EXTERIOR WALLS AND SIDING

Paint/Stain	Repainting Recommended in 2-3 Years
Siding	Masonite 8" Lapp Siding With Rock; Damaged
Doors	Solid wood – Minor cracks – re-paint
Decks/Porches	OK – replace hand railing on east side
Soffits/Eaves/Facias	Some dry rot – repair and repaint
Trim	Will need paint soon
Caulking	No caulking observed around most windows
Walkways	Concrete
Patios	None
Driveway	Concrete, Some Cracking, No Indication of Recent vertical movement
Vegetation	Lawn and Trees Generally Healthy
Grading	Gentle Slope
Surface Drainage	Generally Away From House
Retaining Walls	None
Garage Door Em Switch	Functional
Lighting	Typical

Summary: Recommended caulk around windows in rear of house. Broken

rock on front. Small cracks in driveway. Cracks do not appear to be continuing.

INTERIOR WALLS, FLOORS & STAIRS

Ceiling	Slight Crack Between Sheetrock & Glu-Lam Beam
Walls	Spackle Textured - Average Condition
Floors	Appear Level - Some Creaking in Living Room
Doors	OK
Windows	Double pane with aluminum frame
Stairs	OK
Railing	Need to provide additional support near top
Cabinets	Secure and Level
Counters	Counter Near Refrigerator Needs Re-caulking
Fire Walls & Doors	Fire Door Between Kitchen and Garage Needs Adjusting
Closet Space	Typical

Summary: Some small cracking in sheetrock near Glu-Lam beam and in

kitchen counter.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Main Panel Make	GE
Service Amps/Volts	125 Amps, 120/240 Volts
Overhead/Underground	Underground
Main Switch Location	East Side
Circuit Breakers	4 Spares
Circuit Labels	Very Brief. Current Owner Should Label Breakers
Service Wire	Aluminum - Typical
Branch Wire	Copper
Panel Infrared Scan	OK - Max Temperature: 61F
Service Grounding	OK
Ground Fault System	3 Receptacles Tested - Functioned Normally
Receptacle Polarity	10 tested -OK
Receptacle Grounding	10 Receptacles Tested - Grounding OK
Light Fixtures	Typical
Light Switches	5 Switches Functioned Normally
Smoke Detectors	One Located Above Stairs
Telephone Service
Cable TV Service

Summary: Recommend adding more smoke detectors to all bedrooms.

Panel size is slightly small for this house...

PLUMBING SYSTEM

Interior Water Piping	1/4" & 3/4" Copper
Main Water Valve	Located on the right side of the water heater near the ceiling.
Fixtures & Faucets	Checked 4 - Functioned Normally
Tub/Shower	Some water damage at base of tub
Toilets	Fill Valve in Master Toilet Needs Replacing
Water Pressure	OK - Greater than 30 PSI
Sewer Piping	ABS
Sewer Venting	ABS
Water Heater	State, 40 GAL
Energy Source	Gas
Water Heater Venting	OK
Fuel Storage/Piping	Black Pipe - Standard
Main Fuel Valve	Outside Near Electrical meter
Drainage Sumps	None
Sump Pumps	None
Noise	Average
Leaks	None observed
Piping Insulation
Hose Bibs	Freeze proof
Laundry Hook-ups	Electric For Dryer

Summary: No evidence of water damage in the shower/bathtub areas.

However, most enclosures leak after several years. Water heater appears

in good condition.

HEATING SYSTEM

Type	Carrier- Forced Air
Energy Source	Gas
Combustible Gas Test	Less Than 5 PPM
Carbon Monoxide Test	Less Than 5 PPM - Normal
Heat Distribution	Uniform Duct
Size	Adequate For House Size
Noise	Average
Humidifier	OK – set below 30% to prevent mold growth
Filter	Needs Cleaning
Vents	OK
Thermostat Controls	Setback
Heat For Each Room	Yes
Safety Controls
Flues/Dampers	Appears Acceptable
Combustion Air Vents	Adequate

Summary: Furnace functions normally. Some evidence of corrosion on

burners. Recommend "tune-up" service from gas furnace installer.

COOLING SYSTEM

Type	Carrier
Distribution	Forced Air Duct
Energy Source	Electric
Size	3 1/2 T
Noise	Average
Filter	Same as Heat. Needs Cleaning
Vents
Thermostat Controls	Setback Installed. Not Programmed
Cooling For Each Room	Yes

Summary: Near new heat pump type air conditioner. Appears adequately sized.

INSULATION & VENTILATION

Insulation	6" Walls Fiberglass & 8-12" Ceilings Blown-In Fiberglass
Vapor Barrier	Yes
Unfinished Areas	None
Attic Vents	Gable And Roof
Crawl Space Vents	Standard
Exhaust Fans	18" at Top of Stairs

Summary: Home appears to be well insulated and ventilated.

FIRE PLACES & STOVES

Clearances	Adequate
Chimneys	Recommend Cleaning
Hearths	Concrete
Vents
Flues	Acceptable
Dampers	Functional but difficult to reach
Fire Brick	Acceptable

Summary: Older fireplace appears to be in acceptable condition.

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