Expaned List of Areas Inspected
Grounds Inspection:
- Evaluate the grading near the structure
- Determine if microbial growth exists near structure
- Identify areas that slope towards structure
- Determine if water erosion is observed
- Identify vegetation too close to structure
- Evaluate the general drainage near structure
- Evaluate retaining walls near the structure
- Identify water sources affecting structure
Exterior Inspection:
- Determine if porch/deck/patio has microbial growth
- Identify signs of deterioration on exterior surfaces
- Identify cracks or open penetrations on exterior surfaces
- Evaluate the condition of steps to building
- Determine if windows/window wells have microbial growth
- Identify deteriorated exterior grout or caulking
- Determine if earth-to-wood contact is present
- Evaluate exterior doors for microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate exposed exterior wood for signs of dryrot
- Determine if eaves/soffits have microbial growth/water damage
- Determine whether gutters and downspouts have microbial growth or water damage
- Identify damaged or nonfunctional gutters and downspouts
- Identify microbial growth or water damage on chimney
- Identify damaged or nonfunctional chimney flashing
Structure Inspection:
- Determine if foundation has microbial growth or water damage
- Identify signs of deterioration on structural components
- Identify cracks or open penetrations on structure
- Evaluate the condition of columns or peers
- Determine if roof has visible microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if attic has visible microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate the condition of attic insulation and ventilation
- Identify the presence of musty odors or dampness
- Determine if basement has visible microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate the condition of crawlspace vapor barriers and ventilation
- Evaluate the condition of basement/crawlspace insulation
- Determine if garage has visible microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate the condition of garage insulation and ventilation
Plumbing Inspection:
- Determine if sinks/drains have microbial growth or water damage
- Identify Corrosion or deterioration on plumbing fixtures
- Identify evidence of past plumbing supply leaks
- Identify deteriorated grout or caulking on fixtures
- Identify cracks or open penetrations in plumbing system
- Determine if Shower/tubs have microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if toilets have microbial growth or water damage
- Identify signs of potential water intrusion from plumbing
- Determine if supply/vent/waste pipes have microbial growth or water damage
- Identify Corrosion or deterioration on plumbing pipes
- Identify evidence of supply/vent/waste pipe leaks
- Determine if water heater has microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if water heater has proper extension
Interior Inspection:
- Determine if interior windows have visible microbial growth or water damage
- Identify cracks or open penetrations on interior Windows
- Identify deteriorated grout or caulking interior Windows
- Determine if kitchen has microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if areas beneath sinks are deteriorated
- Identify the presence of water staining on interior
- Identify the presence of interior musty odors or dampness
- Identify the presence of carpeting in potentially wet areas
- Determine if bathroom has microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate the condition of bathroom and kitchen ventilation
- Determine if bedrooms have microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if laundry room has microbial growth or water damage
- Determine if other rooms or storage areas have visible signs of microbial growth or water damage
HVAC Inspection:
- Determine if the filter has signs of microbial growth or water damage
- Identify the presence of musty odors or dampness in the filter
- Determine if the return air box has signs of microbial growth or water damage
- Identify cracks or open penetrations in the return air box
- Identify corrosion, deterioration, or water stains
- Determine if the visible condensate drain or pump lines have microbial growth or water damage
- Evaluate condensate drain lines for blockage
- Determine if the humidifier has microbial growth or water damage
- Identify cracks or open penetrations on humidifier
- Determine if visible areas of the ducts and vents have signs of microbial growth or water damage
- Identify cracks or open penetrations on the ducts and vents