Home Inspection Report - SAMPLE

Any Street,
Any Town, IL 60000

General

Age: 50 + years Type: Single family Main entrance faces: East

Weather: Dry Temp: 45-65 degrees Buyer Present: Yes

Comments:

Roof

Age: New Visibility: Partial Limited by: Height

Roof Type: Gable Layers: 1 Viewed from: The Ground

Roof Material: Asphalt

Visible Shingle Condition

Visible Shingle Condition: Satisfactory Cupped/curled: No Split: No

Moss: No Sagging: No

(Roofs may contain hidden defects that will not be seen today. If this is a concern, consult a professional. )

Due to the visual condition of the roof or the fact that it could not be fully viewed, I recommend it be professtionally evaluated prior to the closing. : No

Valleys

Type: None Visible Condition: Satisfactory Have valleys evaluated: No

Roof Flashing

Type: NFV Visible Condition: Satisfactory Have flashing evaluated: No

Vents

Soffit: Yes Ridge: No Top: Yes

Gable: No Power: No None: No

Have venting evaluated: Yes

Plumbing Vents

Present? Yes Visible Condition: Satisfactory Have venting evaluated: No

Comments

Chimney 1

Type: NFV Visible Condition: NFV Needs Repair? No

Chimney bricks need tickpointing and general repair: No

Flue 1

Type: NFV Visible Condition: NFV

Comments:

Exterior

Gutters/Downspouts

Type: Aluminum Visible Condition: DAMAGED

Gutters have areas that need to be repaired or replaced.: No

Siding

Brick/Stone: Yes Vinyl: No Metal: No

Wood: No Masonite: No EIFS: No

Stucco: No Condition: NO WEEP HOLES Have EIFS Inspected: No

A board by board search was not performed.

Caulking

Exterior caulking has areas that need to be redone.: No

Trim/Soffit

Wood: No Metal: Yes Vinyl: Yes

Condition: Satisfactory Trim has to be repaired.: No

Window Frames

Wood: No Metal: No Vinyl: No

Storms/Screens: Yes

Windows, all or in part, are energy inefficient and maintenance intensive.: No

Areas of Wood Need

Paint: No Repair: No Replacement: No

This work needs to be done.: No Exterior wood rot is present.: No

Exterior bricks need tuckpointing and general repair. : No

Exterior Electric

Type: Overhead GFCI: Yes Outlet: Yes

Operational: YES AND NO Electric service lines must be raised.: No

Unless otherwise noted, the exterior was inspected from the ground.

Comments:

Entry Door

Condition: Satisfactory

Side Door

Condition: Does not lock

SIDE SCREEN

Condition: Bad seal

BASEMENT

Condition: Satisfactory

Grounds

Walks

Type: Concrete Condition: Satisfactory Cracked: No

Hazardous: No Settled: No Deteriorated: No

Driveway

Type: None Condition: Satisfactory Needs sealing: No

Cracked: No Settled: No Deteriorated: No

Front stoop/steps

Type: Concrete Condition: Satisfactory Cracked: No

Settled: No Hazardous: No

Back stoop/steps

Type: Concrete Condition: Satisfactory Cracked: No

Settled: No Hazardous: No

Exterior Hand Rails

Condition: Marginal Missing: No Damaged: No

Loose: No Deteriorated: No

Retaining Wall

Retaining Wall: Yes Type: Concrete Condition: Appears solid

Landscaping-Foundation

Negative grade: East: Yes

West: Yes North: Yes South: Yes

Protections

Condition: Marginal

Gutters: Yes Positive grade: Yes Drain tiles: No

(Water is destructive and any home without all 3 foundation protections is subject to water penetration even from a small crack. On a dry day, it is impossible to see water's full effect on this home.)

Comments:

Garage

Type:

Garage Door #1

Type: Metal Condition: Satisfactory Bent: No

Automatic Opener: Yes Opener Operational: Yes Damaged: No

Safety Reverse: Operates

Roofing

Type: Same as the house Condition: Satisfactory

Damaged: No Worn: No Missing: No

Siding

Type: Vinyl Condition: Marginal

Damaged: No Needs paint: No Missing: No

Trim

Type: Metal Condition: Poor

Damaged: No Needs paint: Yes Missing: Yes

Floor

Type: Concrete

Cracked: No Deteriorated: No Uplifted: No

Window

Window Condition: None

Door

Door Springs: Satisfactory Side Door: Satisfactory

Garage Structure

Condition: Satisfactory Firewall: No

Sill Plate: Rotted: No Not visible: No

Electrical

Outlet: Yes GFCI: Yes Operational: Yes

Garage may not be wired.: No

The garage was not fully visible and not fully inspected due to storage or clutter.: No

Hazard: Furnace or water heater present and less than 18" above the floor.: No

There is no access to the garage.: No

Comments:

Plumbing

Water to the home is shut off and no pipes, drains, or fixtures were tested.: No

The Plumbing, all or in part, needs professional evaluation prior to closing.: Yes

Supply: Public Supply Lines: Copper Condition: Satisfactory

Waste: Sewer Shutoff Location: Basement Pressure: Satisfactory

The galvanized steel supply pipes will need to be replaced in the near future.: No

Sanitary Pump: NA Plumber Needed?: No

DWV: PVC/Galvanized Condition: Satisfactory Discharge: Satisfactory

(The underground pipes, inside and out, were not visible and not inspected)

Water Heater(s)

Main

Brand: A.O. Smith Type: Gas Capacity: 50 Gal.

Age: 6-12 years

Recommendation:

Hazards: Flue backdrafts: No Gas line leaks: No

Water heater is shut down and not tested: No

Electrical Service

Main

Electric to the home is shut off and was not tested.: No

Main

Location: Basement Amps: 200 Volts: 240

Type: Breakers (The # of amps is an approximation. Consult an electrician for the exact number.)

Service Conductor: Copper Branch Wiring: Copper Sheathing: Conduit

Issues Multiple taps: No Taps before the main: No

Mini-breakers: No Burning/corrosion: No

Recommendation:

The Electrical System, all or in part, needs professional evaluation prior to closing.: No

The panel is undersized for today's lifestyle and is due to be upgraded.: No

Comments:

Heating

Main

Gas to the home is shut off and no tests were done.: No

Make: GMNT Age: 6-10 years Condition: Dirty

Fuel: Gas Distribution: Ductwork Type: Forced Air

Vent pipes: Satisfactory

Heat Exchanger Flame distortion: No Rusted: No

Not fully visible: Yes NA: No

Filter: Missing Needs changing: No

Humidifier: Not tested Signs of leaking: No

Furnace operation:

When turned on by thermostat: Operated

The Heating/Cooling System needs professional evaluation prior to closing.: Yes

The heat exchanger should be checked for cracks no matter what age.: Yes

2nd

Gas to the home is shut off and no tests were done.: No

Make: GMNT Age: 6-10 years Condition: Clean

Fuel: Gas Distribution: Ductwork Type: Forced Air

Vent pipes: Satisfactory

Heat Exchanger Flame distortion: No Rusted: No

Not fully visible: Yes NA: No

Filter: Missing Needs changing: No

Humidifier: Not tested Signs of leaking: No

Furnace operation:

When turned on by thermostat: Operated

The Heating/Cooling System needs professional evaluation prior to closing.: Yes

The heat exchanger should be checked for cracks no matter what age.: Yes

Comments:

Central Air

Main

Central Air Conditioning Exists?: Yes

AC Condenser: GOODMAN Age: 6-10 years Shutoff: Yes

Condition: Satisfactory Rusted: No Unlevel: No

Operation: Fired Drain leaks: No

The cooling system should be serviced prior to closing.: Yes

The unit was not operated: Due to outside temperature: No Unit is shut down/covered: No

2nd

Central Air Conditioning Exists?: Yes

AC Condenser: NFV Age: 1-5 years Shutoff: Yes

Condition: Satisfactory Rusted: No Unlevel: No

Operation: Fired Drain leaks: No

The cooling system should be serviced prior to closing.: No

The unit was not operated: Due to outside temperature: No Unit is shut down/covered: No

Comments:

Main Bathroom

Ceilings/walls:

Condition: Satisfactory Water stained: No Cracked: No

Floors:

Condition: Satisfactory Sloped: No Squeak: No Soft: No

Doors:

Condition: Satisfactory

Ventilation/Heating:

Window in bathroom? No

Ventilation Fan: None Visible Heat Source: Yes

This bathroom has no source of ventilation from either a window or a fan.: No

Sink:

Condition: Marginal Faucet leaks: No Drain leaks: Yes

Supply leaks: No Slow Drain: No

Plumber Needed? Yes

Toilet

Condition: Loose

Tub/Shower

Condition: Satisfactory Jacuzzi: Operates

Drainage / Water Pressure

Drainage: Satisfactory Water Pressure: Satisfactory

Electrical

Outlet: Yes GFCI: Yes Operational: Yes

Master Bathroom

Ceilings/walls:

Condition: Satisfactory Water stained: No Cracked: No

Floors:

Condition: Satisfactory Sloped: No Squeak: No Soft: No

Doors:

Condition: Satisfactory

Ventilation/Heating:

Window in bathroom? No

Ventilation Fan: None Visible Heat Source: Yes

This bathroom has no source of ventilation from either a window or a fan.: No

Sink:

Condition: Marginal Faucet leaks: No Drain leaks: No

Supply leaks: No Slow Drain: No

Plumber Needed? No

Toilet

Condition: Satisfactory

Tub/Shower

Condition: Satisfactory Jacuzzi: None

Drainage / Water Pressure

Drainage: Satisfactory Water Pressure: Satisfactory

Electrical

Outlet: Yes GFCI: Yes Operational: Yes

Basement Bathroom

Ceilings/walls:

Condition: Satisfactory Water stained: No Cracked: No

Floors:

Condition: Satisfactory Sloped: No Squeak: No Soft: No

Doors:

Condition: Satisfactory

Ventilation/Heating:

Window in bathroom? No

Ventilation Fan: None Visible Heat Source: Yes

This bathroom has no source of ventilation from either a window or a fan.: No

Sink:

Condition: Marginal Faucet leaks: No Drain leaks: Yes

Supply leaks: No Slow Drain: No

Plumber Needed? No

Toilet

Condition: Satisfactory

Tub/Shower

Condition: leaks at showerhead Jacuzzi: None

Drainage / Water Pressure

Drainage: Satisfactory Water Pressure: Satisfactory

Electrical

Outlet: Yes GFCI: Yes Operational: Yes

Comments:

Master Bedroom

Ceilings/walls: Satisfactory Water stained: No Cracked: No

Repair professionally: No

Floors: NFV Sloped: No Soft: No

Squeak: No Have professionally evaulated: No

Doors: Do not latch Windows: Satisfactory Screens: Satisfactory

Visible heat source: Yes