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INSPECTION REPORT

For the Property at:

207 EAST LOWELL STREETLE ROY, MN 55951

Prepared for: SUSAN MEYERInspection Date: Thursday, August 13, 2020

Prepared by: David Shipler

Home Run Home Inspections LLC5175 Ridgeway Road Northwest

Rochester, MN 55901507-438-9825507-440-8040

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August 15, 2020

Client: Susan Meyer

Report No. 2872For inspection at:207 East Lowell StreetLe Roy, MN55951on: Thursday, August 13, 2020

Home Inspection Only - Rochester And Surrounding Areas $350.00

Total $350.00

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ROOFING

Description

The home is considered to face: West

Sloped roofing material: Composition shingles

Sloped roof flashing material: Metal

Probability of leakage: Medium

Approximate age: 16 years

Typical life expectancy: 20-25 years

Roof Shape: Gable

Limitations

Inspection performed: By walking on roof

Age determined by: Reported by seller

Not included as part of a building inspection: Not readiliy accessible interiors of vent systems, flues, and chimneys

Recommendations

SLOPED ROOFING \ Composition shingles1. Condition: Granule lossImplication(s): Shortened life expectancy of materialLocation: Various Exterior RoofTask: MonitorTime: Ongoing

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ROOFING EXTERIOR STRUCTURE ELECTRICAL HEATING COOLING INSULATION PLUMBING INTERIOR SITE DATA

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ROOFING

1. Granule loss 2. Granule loss

2. Condition: PatchedImplication(s): Shortened life expectancy of materialLocation: North garage porch

3. Patched



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EXTERIOR

Description

Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum

Gutter & downspout type: Eave mounted

Gutter & downspout discharge: Above grade

Lot slope: Away from building

Soffit (underside of eaves) and fascia (front edge of eaves): Aluminum

Wall surfaces and trim: Metal siding

Retaining wall: Masonry

Driveway:BlacktopConcrete

Approach

Exterior steps: Wood

Patio: Concrete

Garage: Attached Detached

Recommendations

ROOF DRAINAGE \ Gutters and Downspouts3. Condition: MissingLocation: East Exterior WallTask: ProvideTime: Immediate



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EXTERIOR

4. Missing

ROOF DRAINAGE \ Downspouts4. Condition: MissingImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: East Exterior Wall GarageTask: ProvideTime: Immediate



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EXTERIOR

5. Missing

WALLS \ Metal siding5. Condition: Discolored



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EXTERIOR

The paint is starting to peel on the steel siding in a few placesImplication(s): Shortened life expectancy of material | Material deteriorationLocation: Various Exterior WallTask: ImproveTime: When necessary

6. Discolored

PORCHES, DECKS, STAIRS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ Floors6. Condition: Paint or stain neededImplication(s): Shortened life expectancy of materialLocation: South ExteriorTask: ImproveTime: Regular maintenance



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EXTERIOR

7. Paint or stain needed



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STRUCTURE

Description

Configuration:BasementCrawlspace

8. Crawlspace 9. Crawlspace

Foundation material: Poured concrete Masonry block

Floor construction: Joists Subfloor - plank Subfloor - OSB (Oriented Strand Board)

Exterior wall construction: Wood frame

Roof and ceiling framing: Trusses Oriented Strand Board (OSB) sheathing

Recommendations

WALLS \ Solid masonry walls7. Condition: Masonry deterioratedImplication(s): Weakened structure | Chance of structural movementLocation: North Exterior WallTask: ImproveTime: Immediate



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STRUCTURE

10. Masonry deteriorated

11. Masonry deteriorated

8. Condition: EfflorescenceImplication(s): Weakened structureLocation: Various BasementTask: ImproveTime: Immediate



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STRUCTURE

12. Efflorescence 13. Efflorescence



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ELECTRICAL

Description

Service entrance cable and location:Underground - cable material not visible

14. Underground - cable material not visible

Service size:200 Amps (240 Volts)

4/0 Aluminum



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ELECTRICAL

15. 200 Amps (240 Volts) 16. 200 Amps (240 Volts)

Main disconnect/service box rating:200 Amps

17. 200 Amps



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ELECTRICAL

Main disconnect/service box type and location:Breakers - utility room

18. Breakers - utility room 19. Breakers - utility room

Breakers - garage

System grounding material and type: Copper - water pipe

Electrical panel manufacturers: Eaton/Cutler-Hammer

Auxiliary panel (subpanel) type and location:Breakers - garage



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ELECTRICAL

20. Breakers - garage 21. Breakers - garage

Number of circuits installed: 24

Distribution wire (conductor) material and type: Copper - non-metallic sheathed

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

Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI):GFCI - bathroomGFCI - garageGFCI - kitchenGFCI - panel

Detached garage panelThe outlets did not trip to the breaker.

GFCI - panelGarage

Smoke alarms (detectors): Present

Carbon monoxide (CO) alarms (detectors): None noted



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ELECTRICAL

Limitations

System ground: Continuity not verified

Circuit labels: The accuracy of the circuit index (labels) was not verified.

Not included as part of a building inspection: Low voltage wiring systems and components Determination of theage of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

Recommendations

SERVICE BOX, GROUNDING AND PANEL \ Distribution fuses/breakers9. Condition: Double tapsImplication(s): Fire hazardLocation: North Basement Utility RoomTask: Further evaluation CorrectTime: Immediate



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ELECTRICAL

22. Double taps 23. Double taps

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Wiring - installation10. Condition: Extension cord used as permanent wiringImplication(s): Electric shock | Fire hazardLocation: Middle GarageTask: RemoveTime: Immediate



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ELECTRICAL

24. Extension cord used as permanent wiring 25. Extension cord used as permanent wiring

11. Condition: Extension cord used as permanent wiringImplication(s): Electric shock | Fire hazardLocation: Northeast ExteriorTask: RemoveTime: Immediate



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ELECTRICAL

26. Extension cord used as permanent wiring



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HEATING

Description

System type: Furnace

Fuel/energy source: Gas

Furnace manufacturer: Airquest

27. 28.

Heat distribution: Ducts and registers

Approximate capacity: 125,000 BTU/hr

Efficiency: Conventional

Exhaust venting method: Induced draft

Combustion air source: Interior of building

Approximate age: 28 years

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

Main fuel shut off at:BasementUtility room



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HEATING

29. Utility room

Main fuel shut off at: Lap Tank

30.



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HEATING

Failure probability: Medium

Air filter:Disposable

31. Disposable

20" x 25"4" thick

Auxiliary heat:Gas space heater

Detached garageWas not tested as the thermostat goes to 75 and the temperature was 83°



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HEATING

32. Gas space heater 33. Gas space heater

Gas space heaterAttached garageOperatedGas was off and it was unplugged

34. Gas space heater



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HEATING

Fireplace/stove:Gas fireplace

35. Gas fireplace

Chimney/vent: PVC plastic Sidewall venting

Mechanical ventilation system for building:Heat recovery ventilator (HRV)



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HEATING

36. Heat recovery ventilator (HRV) 37. Heat recovery ventilator (HRV)

Location of the thermostat for the heating system: Dining Room

Limitations

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

Heat exchanger: Only a small portion visible

Not included as part of a building inspection: Interiors of vent systems, flues, and chimneys Heat exchangers

Recommendations

FURNACE \ General notes12. Condition: Service FurnaceLocation: Southeast Basement Utility RoomTask: Service annuallyTime: Regular maintenance

HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATOR \ Filters13. Condition: DirtyImplication(s): Equipment ineffectiveLocation: Northeast Basement Utility RoomTask: CleanTime: Regular maintenance



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HEATING

38. Dirty

HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATOR \ Ducts and grilles14. Condition: Obstructed



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HEATING

Implication(s): Equipment ineffectiveLocation: North Exterior WallTask: CleanTime: Regular maintenance

39. Obstructed



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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

Description

Air conditioning type: Air cooled

Manufacturer: Tempstar

40. 41.

Compressor type: Electric

Compressor approximate age: 9 years

Typical life expectancy: 12 to15 years

Failure probability: Medium

Refrigerant type: R-410A

Location of the thermostat for the cooling system: Dining Room

Limitations

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

Not part of a home inspection: Home inspectors cannot typically access or inspect the indoor coil Home inspectorsdo not verify that the size of the indoor coil matches the outdoor coil

Not included as part of a building inspection: Cooling system adequacy Cooling system distribution balance



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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

Recommendations

AIR CONDITIONING \ General notes15. Condition: Service air conditionerImplication(s): Reduced system life expectancy | Increased cooling costs | Reduced comfortLocation: North ExteriorTask: Service annuallyTime: Regular maintenance



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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Description

Attic/roof insulation material:Glass fiber

Garage

42. Glass fiber

Cellulose

43. Cellulose

44. Cellulose



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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

45. Cellulose

Attic/roof insulation amount/value:R-20

GarageR-40

House

Attic/roof air/vapor barrier:Kraft paper

GarageNot visible

Attic/roof ventilation: Roof vent Gable vent

Limitations

Attic inspection performed: From access hatch

Air/vapor barrier system: Continuity not verified

Mechanical ventilation effectiveness: Not verified



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PLUMBING

Description

Water supply source (based on observed evidence):PublicPrivate

46. Private

Service piping into building: Plastic Galvanized steel

Supply piping in building: Copper PEX (cross-linked Polyethylene)

Main water shut off valve at the:BasementUtility room



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PLUMBING

47. Utility room

Water flow and pressure: Typical for neighborhood

Water heater type: Conventional

Water heater location: Basement Utility room

Water heater fuel/energy source: Electric

Water heater manufacturer: Richmond



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PLUMBING

48. 49.

Water heater tank capacity: 50 gallons

Water heater approximate age: 14 years

Water heater typical life expectancy: 10 to 20 years

Water heater failure probability: Medium

Waste disposal system:PrivateSeptic system



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PLUMBING

50. Septic system

Waste and vent piping in building: Plastic PVC plastic

Floor drain location: Center of basement

Water treatment system:Water softener

The reservoir is low on salt



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PLUMBING

51. Water softener

Gas piping: Steel CSST (Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing)

Exterior hose bibb (outdoor faucet): Present

Limitations

Items excluded from a building inspection: Well Water quality Septic system Isolating/relief valves & main shut-off valve Concealed plumbing Tub/sink overflows Water treatment equipment Water heater relief valvesare not tested The performance of floor drains or clothes washing machine drains Water features



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INTERIOR

Description

Major floor finishes: Carpet Hardwood Tile

Major ceiling finishes: Suspended tile

Major wall and ceiling finishes: Plaster/drywall

Windows: Awning Vinyl

Glazing: Triple

Exterior doors - type/material: Hinged Metal Garage door - metal

Doors: Inspected

Oven type: Conventional

Range fuel: Electricity

Appliances: Refrigerator Dishwasher Waste disposal Door bell Microwave/Exhaust Fan Combo Range

Laundry facilities: Laundry tub Hot/cold water supply Vented to outside 120-Volt outlet 240-Volt outlet Wastestandpipe

Kitchen ventilation:Range hood - recirculating type

Built in the microwave

Bathroom ventilation: Exhaust fan

Laundry room ventilation: Clothes dryer vented to exterior

Counters and cabinets: Inspected

Stairs and railings: Inspected

Limitations

Not included as part of a building inspection: Cosmetic issues Perimeter drainage tile around foundation, if anyDecorative items Aesthetics or quality of finishes Vermin, including wood destroying organisms. Undergroundcomponents (e.g., oil tanks, septic fields, underground drainage systems) Paint, wallpaper,and other finishes Floorcoverings Window treatments

Appliances: Self-cleaning features on ovens not tested Effectiveness of dishwasher drying cycle not testedAppliances are not moved during an inspection

Recommendations

WALLS \ General notes16. Condition: StainsImplication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: Various BasementTask: Repair ImproveTime: Immediate



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INTERIOR

52. Stains

DOORS \ Hardware17. Condition: BrokenImplication(s): System inoperative or difficult to operateLocation: North First Floor Dining RoomTask: RepairTime: Immediate

53. Broken



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INTERIOR

GARAGE \ Vehicle door operators18. Condition: Sensors poorly locatedImplication(s): Physical injuryLocation: Middle Middle GarageTask: CorrectTime: Immediate



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INTERIOR

54. Sensors poorly located



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SITE DATA

Description

Weather: Partly sunny Ground was dry Light winds

Approximate temperature: 84°

Attendees: Seller

Access to home provided by: Seller

Occupancy: The home was occupied at the time of the inspection. The home was unfurnished during the inspection.

Utilities: All utilities were on during the inspection.

Approximate inspection Start time: The inspection started at 1:00 p.m.

Approximate inspection End time: The inspection ended at 4:00 p.m.

Building type: Detached home

Number of dwelling units: Single-family

Number of stories: 2

Number of kitchens: 1

Below grade area: Basement Crawlspace

Garage, carport and outbuildings: Attached two-car garage Detached three-car garage

Area: City

Street type: Residential

Street surface: Paved

END OF REPORT



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REFERENCE LIBRARY

The links below connect you to a series of documents that will help you understand your home and how it works. Theseare in addition to links attached to specific items in the report.

Click on any link to read about that system.

01. ROOFING, FLASHINGS AND CHIMNEYS

02. EXTERIOR

03. STRUCTURE

04. ELECTRICAL

05. HEATING

06. COOLING/HEAT PUMPS

07. INSULATION

08. PLUMBING

09. INTERIOR

10. APPLIANCES

11. LIFE CYCLES AND COSTS

12. SUPPLEMENTARY

Asbestos

Radon

Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI)

Lead

Carbon Monoxide

Mold

Household Pests

Termites and Carpenter Ants

13. HOME SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE

14. MORE ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS



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https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_1_Roofing_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_2_Exterior_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_3_Structure_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_4_Electrical_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_5_Heating_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_6_Cooling_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_7_Insulation_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_8_Plumbing_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_9_Interior_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_10_Appliances_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_11_Life_Cycles_2013.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_12_Supplementary_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_13_Maintenance_2011.pdf

https://hcloud.blob.core.windows.net/hrbpdfs/HRB_14_Appendix_A_2011.pdf


Aug 22,2020

RE: Inspection Report for Property at 207 East Lowell Street Leroy, MN 55951

The following are the list of items that have been corrected since the inspection on 8-13-2020.

The corrections were performed by: Roger Meyer Master Electrician MN license #AM006887

Recommendation #9: Condition: Double Taps North Basement Utility room Resolution: The double wired taps of 2 wires attached to a single breaker were changed to a single wired tap using wire nuts which meets Minnesota code. Recommendation #14: Condition: Heat recovery Ventilator/Ducts-Grilles were obstructed. Resolution: The ducts were thoroughly cleaned by using an air compressor to blow off filter and vacuuming.

Recommendation #53: Condition: Broken door handle on patio door in dining room.

Resolution: Door handle was replaced and functioning properly.

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