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Setting the Standard since 1978!

Alan Carson

123 Main StreetAnytown, IL 12345

JANE HOMEOWNER

Thursday, October 23, 2014

XYZ Home Inspections

120 Carlton St, Suite 407

Toronto, ON M5A 4K2

416 964-9415

www.carsondunlop.com/[email protected]

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October 24, 2014

Dear Jane Homeowner,

RE: Report No. 2797, v.0123 Main StreetAnytown, IL12345

Thank you for choosing XYZ Home Inspections Services to perform your Home Inspection. We trust the experience wasboth useful and enjoyable.

Please feel free to contact us with questions about the report or the home itself any time for as long as you own thehome. Our consulting service via telephone is available at no cost to you for as long as you own the home.Please visit our website at your convenience www.DiscoverHorizon.com and feel free to fill out and return our clientquestionnaire.

Thanks again for allowing us to work with you.

Sincerely,

Alan Carsonon behalf ofXYZ Home Inspections

XYZ Home Inspections120 Carlton St, Suite 407

Toronto, ON M5A 4K2416 964-9415

www.carsondunlop.com/[email protected]


SUMMARY

Note: For the purpose of this report the building is considered to be facing North.

This Summary outlines potentially significant issues from a cost or safety standpoint. This section is provided as acourtesy and cannot be considered a substitute for reading the entire report. Please read the complete document.

Click this link for some important maintenance tips.

Roofing

SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shinglesCondition: Near end of life expectancyLocation: ThroughoutTask: ReplaceTime: Less than 1 year

FLAT ROOFING \ Modified bitumenCondition: Near end of life expectancyLocation: ThroughoutTask: ReplaceTime: Less than 1 year

Heating

GAS FURNACE \ Life expectancyCondition: Near end of life expectancyLocation: BasementTask: ReplaceTime: Unpredictable

This concludes the Summary section.

The remainder of the report describes each of the home's systems and also details any recommendations we have forimprovements. Limitations that restricted our inspection are included as well.

The suggested ballpark costs and time frames for completing recommendations are based on the limited informationavailable during a pre-purchase home inspection. These may have to be adjusted based on the findings of the specialist.

Home Improvement - ballpark costs

123 Main Street, Anytown, IL October 23, 2014 www.carsondunlop.com/horizon

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Report No. 2797, v.0

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SUMMARY ROOFING EXTERIOR STRUCTURE ELECTRICAL HEATING COOLING INSULATION PLUMBING INTERIOR

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ROOFING

Descriptions

General: Chimneys: Metal and Stone

Sloped roofing material: Asphalt shingles

Flat roofing material: Modified bitumen

Probability of leakage: High

Inspection Methods & Limitations

General: Moisture problems may result in visible or concealed mold growth. Environmental Consultants can assist ofthis is a concern.

General: Asbestos may be present in many building products and materials. Environmental Consultants can assist ifthis is a concern.

General: Chimney/Flashing inspection limited by height and slope of roof.

Roof inspection limited/prevented by: Lack of access (too high/steep)

Inspection performed: With binoculars From roof edge

Recommendations

General1. Comments: Roof tune-up recommended now and every 6 months until the sloped and flat roof are replaced.

SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shingles2. Condition: Near end of life expectancyLocation: ThroughoutTask: ReplaceTime: Less than 1 year

1. Sloped roof near end of life expectancy

FLAT ROOFING \ Modified bitumen3. Condition: Near end of life expectancy




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ROOFING

Location: ThroughoutTask: ReplaceTime: Less than 1 year

2. Flat roof near end of life expectancy




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EXTERIOR

Descriptions

Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum

Gutter & downspout discharge: Above grade

Lot slope: Towards building Flat

Wall surfaces - masonry: Brick

Wall surfaces: Cedar shingles

Retaining wall: Stone




Inspection limited/prevented by: Vines/shrubs/trees against wall

No or limited access to: Area below steps, deck, porches

Exterior inspected from: Ground level

Recommendations

ROOF DRAINAGE \ Downspouts4. Condition: Downspouts end too close to buildingLocation: SouthwestTask: ImproveTime: Immediately

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3. Downspouts end too close to building

WALLS \ Brick, stone and concrete5. Condition: Masonry deteriorationLocation: WestTask: Repair or replaceTime: Less than 2 years




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EXTERIOR

4. Masonry deterioration

PORCHES, DECKS, STEPS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Handrails and guards6. Condition: LooseLocation: EastTask: Repair or replaceTime: Immediately

5. Loose railings

LANDSCAPING \ Lot grading7. Condition: Improper slopeLocation: SouthTask: ImproveTime: Less than 1 year




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EXTERIOR

6. Improper slope




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STRUCTURE

Descriptions

Configuration: Basement

Foundation material: Masonry block

Floor construction: Joists

Exterior wall construction: Wood frame Masonry

Roof and ceiling framing: Rafters/roof joists




Attic/roof space: Inspected from access hatch

Percent of foundation not visible: 50 %

Recommendations

FOUNDATIONS \ Foundation8. Condition: CrackedLocation: BasementTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediately

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STRUCTURE

7. Cracks on foundation wall

FLOORS \ Joists9. Condition: Notches or holesLocation: BasementTask: RepairTime: Less than 1 year

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STRUCTURE

8. Damaged floor joist

WALLS \ Arches10. Condition: Masonry deterioratingLocation: ExteriorTask: RepairTime: Less than 1 year

9. Masonry deteriorating




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ELECTRICAL

Descriptions

Service entrance cable and location: Overhead copper

Service size: 100 Amps (240 Volts)

Main disconnect/service box rating: 100 Amps

System grounding material and type: Copper - water pipe

Distribution panel rating: 100 Amps

Distribution panel type and location: Breakers - basement

Distribution wire material and type: Copper - non-metallic sheathed

Type and number of outlets (receptacles): Grounded - typical

Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI): No AFCI GFCI - bathroom GFCI - whirlpool


General: Concealed electrical components are not part of a home inspection.

Inspection limited/prevented by: Home inspectors do not remove the cover for the main electrical disconnect, sincethis is not safe to do with the house power turned on, and we cannot turn the power off during the home inspection.

Recommendations

SERVICE DROP AND SERVICE ENTRANCE \ Service conductors11. Condition: Conduit not well securedLocation: ExteriorTask: RepairTime: Immediately

10. Conduit not well secured

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Distribution panel12. Condition: Double taps




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ELECTRICAL

Location: BasementTask: RepairTime: Immediately

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11. Several double taps

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Wiring - installation13. Condition: Not well securedLocation: BasementTask: ImproveTime: Immediately




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ELECTRICAL

12. Wires not well secured

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Outlets (receptacles)14. Condition: Reversed polarityLocation: ThroughoutTask: CorrectTime: Immediately

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13. Reversed polarity noted throughout the home

15. Condition: GFI test faultyLocation: BathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediately




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ELECTRICAL

14. GFI test faulty




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HEATING

Descriptions

Fuel/energy source: Gas

System type: Furnace Fireplace

Heat distribution: Ducts and registers

Approximate capacity: 80,000 BTU/hr

Efficiency: Conventional

Approximate age: 30 years

Typical life expectancy: Furnace (conventional or mid-efficiency) 18 to 25 years

Main fuel shut off at: Meter

Chimney liner: Metal



General: Buried tanks are not included in the inspection. Environmental consultants can assist if this is a concern.

Inspection prevented/limited by: Safety devices are not tested as part of a home inspection. These should be testedduring annual servicing. The quality of chimney draw for wood burning appliances cannot be determined during a homeinspection.

Heat loss calculations: Not done as part of a building inspection

Heat exchanger: Not visible Not accessible

Recommendations

GAS FURNACE \ Life expectancy16. Condition: Near end of life expectancyLocation: BasementTask: ReplaceTime: Unpredictable

GAS FURNACE \ Gas piping17. Condition: No drip legLocation: BasementTask: ProvideTime: Immediately




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15. No drip leg on gas line

GAS FURNACE \ Venting system18. Condition: Poor slopeLocation: BasementTask: ImproveTime: Immediately




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16. Poor slope on vent connector

GAS FURNACE \ Ducts, registers and grilles19. Condition: Weak airflowLocation: Master BedroomTask: Further evaluationTime: Less than 1 year




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17. Weak airflow from register

FIREPLACE \ Firebox20. Condition: Inadequate clearance from combustilblesLocation: Living RoomTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediately




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HEATING

18. Inadequate clearance from combustibles




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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

Descriptions

Air conditioning type: Air cooled

Cooling capacity: 24,000 BTU/hr

Compressor approximate age: 8 years

Typical life expectancy: 10 to 15 years




Heat gain/loss calculations: Not done as part of a building inspection

Window unit: Window A/C excluded from inspection

Recommendations

AIR CONDITIONING \ Evaporator coil21. Condition: CorrosionLocation: BasementTask: Further evaluationTime: Less than 1 year

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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

19. Corrosion in evaporator coil

AIR CONDITIONING \ Refrigerant lines22. Condition: Missing insulationLocation: ExteriorTask: ImproveTime: Less than 1 year

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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

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20. Missing insulation on refrigerant line




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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Descriptions

General: Basement amount: R-10

Attic/roof insulation material: Glass fiber Cellulose

Attic/roof insulation amount/value: R-24

Attic/roof ventilation: Roof vent Soffit vent

Attic/roof air/vapor barrier: None found

Wall insulation material: Glass fiber




Attic inspection performed: From access hatch

Air/vapor barrier system: The continuity of the air vapor barriers throughout the home could not be identified.

Recommendations

ATTIC/ROOF \ Roof vents23. Condition: InadequateLocation: AtticTask: ImproveTime: Less than 1 year

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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

21. Inadequate ventilation in attic

WALLS \ Insulation24. Condition: Exposed combustible insulationLocation: GarageTask: Repair or replaceTime: Immediately

22. Exposed combustible insulation




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PLUMBING

Descriptions

Service piping into building: Copper

Supply piping in building: Copper Galvanized steel

Main water shut off valve at the: Front of the basement

Water heater fuel/energy source: Gas

Water heater type: Conventional

Tank capacity: 40 gallons

Water heater approximate age: 10 years

Typical life expectancy: 15 years

Waste piping in building: Plastic Cast Iron




Inspection limited/prevented by: The concealed components of the plumbing system are not included as part of ahome inspection. Overflows for plumbing fixtures including bathtubs and basins are not examined or tested as part of ahome inspection.

Items excluded from a building inspection: Isolating/relief valves & main shut-off valve

Recommendations

SUPPLY PLUMBING \ Supply piping in building25. Condition: RustLocation: BasementTask: Repair or replaceTime: Immediately




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23. Rust on supply piping

WASTE PLUMBING \ Drain piping - performance26. Condition: LeakLocation: BathroomTask: RepairTime: Immediately




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PLUMBING

24. Leak on bathroom drain

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Faucet27. Condition: Hot and cold reversedLocation: BathroomTask: CorrectTime: Immediately

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PLUMBING

25. Hot and cold reversed




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INTERIOR

Descriptions

Major floor finishes: Carpet Hardwood Ceramic

Major wall finishes: Plaster/drywall

Major ceiling finishes: Plaster/drywall

Windows: Fixed Single/double hung Casement

Exterior doors - type/material: Hinged Sliding glass Wood Metal




Inspection limited/prevented by: Storage/furnishings

Not included as part of a building inspection: Carbon monoxide detectors, security systems, central vacuumCosmetic issues Perimeter drainage tile around foundation, if any

Percent of foundation not visible: 50 %

Recommendations

WINDOWS \ Glass (glazing)28. Condition: Lost seal on double or triple glazingLocation: Living RoomTask: Repair or replaceTime: Discretionary

26. Lost seal on double glazing

STAIRS \ Handrails29. Condition: Too low




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INTERIOR

Location: Second FloorTask: ImproveTime: Immediately

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27. Handrails too low

BASEMENT \ Wet basement - evidence30. Condition: Water on floorLocation: BasementTask: ImproveTime: Less than 1 year




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28. Water damage in basement

END OF REPORT




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