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Ace Inspection Services
1623 Carol Street
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
Inspection Report for Property
at:
Private Home Inspection for:
Date:
Client’s Cell Phone Number:
This report presents the results
of our inspection of the above referenced property performed
on... This report is based on a visual inspection of the
accessible areas of the property. The scope of this
inspection conforms to the current Standards of Practice of
the American Society of Home Inspectors and the State of
Illinois Office of Banks and Real Estate. Only those items
whose condition is specifically reported on in this report
are included in the scope of this inspection. Items not
specifically reported in this report are not part of the
scope of this inspection. This report should not be
construed as a guarantee or warranty as to such condition.
Any comments made with respect to insect damage are offered
as a result of visual inspection of structural members only
and should not be construed as representing an inspection
for wood destroying insects.
Smoke detectors, carbon monoxide
detectors, security systems and sprinkler systems are not
included in this inspection. Safety devices such as these
should be checked regularly.
The information contained herein
constitutes the entire report of the inspection of the
premises and supersedes any oral discussions, comments or
opinions made in connection therewith. This report is
intended for your sole use. No other party should make any
decisions on the basis of this report.
You should be aware that any
structure built prior to 1978 has the potential of
containing lead based paint. Lead based paint poses a
potential health hazard. This inspection did not include
any investigation for lead based paint. If this is an issue
of concern, we recommend that you consider having this
property tested.
Please refer to the Home
Inspection Contract Agreement document for details as to
what items are excluded from this inspection.
I hope this report serves your
needs. Please feel free to contact us if there any
questions.
Mike Krueger
President, Ace Inspection
Services
Illinois
License # 050.0001014
2 – General Information
Name of Inspector:
Mike Krueger Illinois License # 050.0001014
Client’s Agent:
Name:
Company:
Phone:
Seller’s Agent:
Name:
Company:
Phone:
Payment:
Paid by Check:
Check #
Amount:
Thank you
Start time of inspection:
12:30pm
Finish time: 3:00pm
Present at Inspection:
Buyer
Buyer’s Agent
Is the home occupied:
Yes
Main front entry is facing:
North
Recent rain:
Yes
Estimated outdoor
temperature: 80
degrees Fahrenheit
Skies:
Partly Sunny
Style of home:
2-Story
Age of home:
26 years
3 – Roof
Roof style:
Gable
Roof seen from:
Walk on, Ground
Number of Layers of
roofing: 1
Estimated age of roof:
6 years Estimated
remaining life of roof:
17-19 years
Roofing material:
280 lb. Fiberglass/ Asphalt laminated architectural
shingles.
Comments: Some moss growth on front porch
roof.
Flashing and Joint
material: Galvanized
steel/tin or aluminum
Comments: Visible flashing appear sound.
Gutters and Downspouts:
Aluminum
Comments: The
gutter system appeared to be in serviceable condition at the
time of inspection. Keep gutters clean and seams sealed to
allow proper control of run-off. Downspouts have been
extended to direct moisture away from the home.
Chimney material:
Metal & Masonry. Keep the chimney cap well sealed to
exclude moisture.
Soffits and Fascia:
Aluminum
General
roof comments:
There are cracks in the concrete chimney cap. These are not
a structural concern but should be sealed to prevent
moisture penetration. Sections of the masonry chimney have
cracked bricks and deteriorating mortar. Recommend this be
corrected as necessary. The downspout is missing from the
West Side of front porch. Consider extending upper
downspouts across shingles to empty directly into the lower
gutters. Skylights show no signs of leakage or damage.
Recommend keeping the tree branches trimmed away from
roofing to prevent future damage to roofing materials.
Limitations
of Inspection:
Visible and
accessible components only.
4 – Exterior
Siding:
Aluminum
Comments: Several
sections of aluminum siding are loose. Dents in siding on
the Eastside were noted.
Window material:
Wood & Wood Clad
Comments: Pella
®
Window Type:
Double Hung and casements
Window Glazing:
Double pane
Window screens:
yes
Exterior Door material:
wood and metal
Comments: There is
evidence of seal leakage in windowpane of the sunroom patio
door. The sunroom and dining room patio doors are keyed
deadbolts on the interior. No key is readily available. This
may be a safety code violation. The basement patio door does
not close properly & the handle is broken.
Walks, Driveway, Steps and
Railing:
Comments: There is
no safety railing around the front porch. Many communities
require railings on decks and balconies 16" or more above
grade. Recommend sealing the wood deck surfaces with a coat
of water seal each year. The rear deck ledger board is not
fastened to the house with lag bolts. This may not be in
strict compliance with local building codes. The rear deck
railing is not secure. This may present a safety hazard.
Trim material:
Wood & aluminum
Comments:
Recommend caulking gaps in aluminum windowsill trim on 2nd
floor front windows to prevent moisture penetration.
Garage door opener:
Comments:
The garage door opener is
equipped with an auto-reversing safety feature. Recommend
testing this feature periodically.
General
Exterior Comments: The dryer vent cap is loose on the
rear of house.
5 – Foundation & Structure
Foundation wall material:
Basement
Floor: Concrete
Structural wall material:
Wood studs Structural
floor framing: 2 x 10
x 16 o.c
Structural beam material:
Steel Structural column
material: Steel
Foundation Comments:
Settling cracks in foundations occurs as a result of past
movement in the walls and/or footing and are very common.
Comments made in this report regarding foundation cracks are
based solely on observations made at the time of this
inspection and are not based on any engineering
evaluations. Future movement of the foundation can occur
with changes in soil conditions or foundation loads, which
cannot be foreseen. If you have continuing concerns about
the foundation we recommend you seek the counsel of a
professional engineer.
Basement Drainage System:
Floor drain and sump pump
Site Drainage:
Slopes away
Basement ventilation
System: Windows above
grade.
General Foundation and
Structural Notes:
Several settling cracks were observed in basement floor &
walls. These appear to be typical settling cracks. The
ground water sump pit was dry at the time of inspection.
Adjustable post jack columns have been installed beneath the
main floor to reinforce the floor framing. Recommend
discussing this with the seller. Most of the walls are
hidden by stored items. The inspection is limited to only
the visible and accessible areas.
Limits of
Inspection:
The foundation inspection is limited to only accessible and
visible areas of the foundation components.
6 – Electrical
Wiring type:
Conduit, Non-Metallic & BX
Wiring: Copper
Main Panel:
120Volts – 240V, Amps - 150 amp
Location:
basement
Circuit protection:
circuit breakers Room for expansion: yes
Exterior service and meter:
3 conductors underground
Interior light fixtures:
OK
Outlets:
The rear patio outlet is not properly grounded. The ground
fault outlet at the rear deck did not trip when faulted.
Recommend correcting these items for safety.
GFCI Receptacles:
Ground fault receptacles in bathrooms & whirlpool tub test
OK. Retest each month. Recommend converting outlets in
kitchen counter area to GFCI for added protection.
Electrical Comments:
Some circuits are wired with
type NM wiring. This is not in strict compliance with local
electrical code requirements. Several lengths of conduit in
the furnace area are not properly supported. Recommend
removing exposed wiring in basement under kitchen.
Recommend covering open junction box on North wall of
basement for safety. One circuit in the main panel is double
tapped. Recommend each circuit be connected to a separate
breaker to ensure proper service. There are wire splices in
wiring in the main panel. This is not an appropriate wiring
practice.
Limitations
of Inspection:
Visible and
accessible components only.
7 – Plumbing
Water Supply:
City
Sewer Supply:
City
Main water line material:
Copper Supply water line
material: Copper
Comments: The
main supply comes under ground from the city.
Main shutoff valve:
Meter Location: basement
Interior water pressure:
Water pressure was adequate throughout the home.
Interior waste lines:
Cast iron, PVC
Comments:
Gravity sewer
Type of Water Heater:
(2) Gas 50 gallon. Manufactured 1994 & 1996 State®
& A. O. Smith®
Comments: The dial
control on the left heater does not function & the right
temperature is set too high. The normal life expectancy of
heaters of this type is 10years. One unit has exceeded that
and the other is near the end of its useful life.
Limitations
of Inspection:
Visible and
accessible components only.
8 – Heating
Type of system:
Gas Forced Air. American Standard®
Estimated age of system:
3 years Estimated remaining
life of system: 15-17
years
System capacity:
100,000 BTU
Number of Zones:
1. Supply air ducts are equipped with dampers to allow
supply air distribution to be regulated.
Filter:
Honeywell Electronic - Clean filter elements regularly.
Thermostat:
Electronic
Comments:
The furnace is a higher
efficiency type equipped with induced draft and electronic
ignition. The A/C condensation drain leaks.
It is recommended that a
thorough cleaning and inspection of the heating system be
made each year by a qualified heating contractor to ensure
safe and proper operation.
Limits of Inspection:
Most of the
heat exchanger is not visible and is not represented in this
inspection report.
Fireplaces:
(2)
Material: masonry
Fired by: gas/wood
Flue: clay tile & metal
Comments:
Appear functional. There is a considerable buildup of combustion
products in the family room fireplace chimney. Recommend a
thorough cleaning and checking by a chimney sweep.
9 – Air Conditioning
Equipment:
Electric powered, central. American Standard®
Age of system:
3 years
Estimated
remaining life of system:
11-13 years
Comments: 16degree
Fahrenheit differential across the A/C cooling coil. The
unit appears to be operating properly.
10 – Bathroom(s)
Powder room:
OK
Guest Bedroom Bathroom:
The tub drain is slow.
The tub drain plug is missing.
Hall Bathroom:
The tub drain plug is missing.
Master Bathroom:
The water supply is turned off on the left sink. The circuit
breaker is turned off for the steam room. Scratches were
noted in the whirlpool tub. The whirlpool tub service access
panel is located in the bedroom.
General Comments: All operating fixtures
appear to function properly.
11 – Interior
Flooring:
Tile and wood
Handrails:
Wood
Wall material:
Drywall
Ceiling material:
Drywall
Doors:
Wood
Trim: Wood
Comments:
Minor
drywall blemishes, cracks and nail pops were noted. Several
window latches are broken. Some interior doors do not latch.
(sunroom, master bedroom)
12 – Insulation/Attic
Type of Insulation:
Walls: 3 ½ inch fiberglass batts = R-11
Attic: 10-12 inches
fiberglass = R-30
Attic Framing:
2 x 8 x 16 o.c.
Attic Ventilation System:
adequate
Comments: Recommend adding 8” more
fiberglass or cellulose insulation to attic area.
Appears
well insulated and well ventilated. The attic vent fan is
inoperative.
Limitations
of Inspection:
Visible
and accessible components only. Sections of the attic space
are inaccessible.
13 – Kitchen and Appliances
Oven/Range:
Electric
Dishwasher:
removing
Sink:
Appears serviceable.
Garbage Disposal:
Appears functional.
Counters:
Appear functional
Refrigerator:
removing
Laundry:
Laundry area has hookup for gas or electric dryer.
Comments: All appliance, counters and
cabinets appear to be adequate.
14 – Summary
Smoke/fire detectors were not
tested as part of this inspection. Check these prior to
occupancy and twice a year thereafter.
Recommend at least one
functional Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector be installed in the
home for safety.
Remind the
sellers to leave behind the owner's manuals for the
equipment and appliances. |
