Sample Report 2

INSPECTION REPORT

For the Property at:

18265 CHATSWORTHNORTHRIDGE, CA 91326

Prepared for: FRANCISCA TJANDRAInspection Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Prepared by: ROD BLOWERS

APB Pillar 2 Post27783 Summergrove Pl

Valencia, CA 91354818-324-0059

Fax: 661-260-3662www.pillartopost.com

[email protected]

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April 29, 2010

Dear Francisca Tjandra,

RE: Report No. 1024, v.218265 ChatsworthNorthridge, CA91326

Thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection. The inspection itself and the attached report complywith the requirements of the Standards of Practice of our national Association. This document defines the scope of ahome inspection.

Clients sometimes assume that a home inspection will include many things that are beyond the scope. We encourageyou to read the Standards of Practice so that you clearly understand what things are included in the home inspection andreport.

The report has been prepared for the exclusive use of our client. No use by third parties is intended. We will not beresponsible to any parties for the contents of the report, other than the party named herein .

The report is effectively a snapshot of the house, recording the conditions on a given date and time. Home inspectorscannot predict future behavior, and as such, we cannot be responsible for things that occur after the inspection. Ifconditions change, we are available to revisit the property and update our report.

The report itself is copyrighted, and may not be used in whole or in part without our express written permission.

Again, thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection.

Sincerely,

ROD BLOWERSon behalf ofAPB Pillar 2 Post


Valencia, CA 91354818-324-0059661-260-3662

[email protected]


INVOICE

April 29, 2010

Client: Francisca Tjandra

Report No. 1024, v.2For inspection at:18265 ChatsworthNorthridge, CA91326on: Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Home Inspection $300.00

Total $300.00


Valencia, CA 91354818-324-0059661-260-3662

[email protected]


18265 Chatsworth, Northridge, CA January 27, 2010 www.pillartopost.com

THE HOME OF HOME INSPECTIONS

INSPECTION AGREEMENT

PARTIES TO THE AGREEMENT

CompanyAPB Pillar 2 Post27783 Summergrove PlValencia, CA 91354

ClientFrancisca Tjandra

This is an agreement between Francisca Tjandra and APB Pillar 2 Post.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING.

The Inspection of this property is subject to the Limitations and Conditions set out in this Agreement. It is based on avisual examination of the readily accessible features of the building. The Inspection is performed in accordance with theStandards of Practice of our national association. A copy of these Standards is available at click hereThe Home Inspector's report is an opinion of the present condition of the property. The Inspection and report are not aguarantee, warranty or an insurance policy with regards to the property.The inspection report is for the exclusive use of the client named above. No use of the information by any other party isintended.

LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF THE HOME INSPECTION

These Limitations and Conditions explain the scope of your Home Inspection. Please read them carefully before signing this Agreement.

The purpose of your Home Inspection is to evaluate the general condition of a property. This includes determiningwhether systems are still performing their intended functions.

There are limitations to the scope of this Inspection. It provides a general overview of the more obvious repairs that maybe needed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The ultimate decision of what to repair or replace is yours. Onehomeowner may decide that certain conditions require repair or replacement, while another will not.

1. The Home Inspection provides you with a basic overview of the condition of the property. Because your HomeInspector has only a limited amount of time to go through the property, the Inspection is not technically exhaustive. If youhave concerns about any of the conditions noted, please consult the text that is referenced in the report. Some conditions noted, such as foundation cracks or other signs of settling in a house, may either be cosmetic or mayindicate a potential structural problem that is beyond the scope of the Home Inspection. If you are concerned about any conditions noted in the report, we strongly recommend that you consult a qualifiedlicensed contractor or engineering specialist. These professionals can provide a more detailed analysis of anyconditions noted in the report at an additional cost.

2. A Home Inspection does not include identifying defects that are hidden behind walls, floors or ceilings. This includeswiring, structure, plumbing and insulation that is hidden or inaccessible.Some intermittent conditions may not be obvious on a Home Inspection because they only happen under certaincircumstances. As an example, your Home Inspector may not discover leaks that occur only during certain weatherconditions or when a specific tap or appliance is being used in everyday life. Home Inspectors will not find conditions that may only be visible when storage or furniture is moved. Inspectors do notremove wall coverings, including wallpaper, or lift flooring, including carpet to look underneath.

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INSPECTION AGREEMENT

A Home Inspection is a sampling exercise with respect to house components that are numerous, such as bricks,windows and electrical receptacles. As a result, some conditions that are visible may go un-reported.

3. The Inspection does not include hazardous materials that may be in or behind the walls, floors or ceilings of theproperty. This includes building materials that are now suspected of posing a risk to health such as phenol-formaldehyde andurea-formaldehyde based products, fiberglass insulation and vermiculite insulation. The Inspector does not identifyasbestos roofing, siding, wall, ceiling or floor finishes, insulation or fire proofing. We do not look for lead or other toxicmetals in such things as pipes, paint or window coverings. The Inspection does not deal with environmental hazards such as the past use of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides orpesticides. The Inspector does not look for, or comment on, the past use of including chemical termite treatments in oraround the property.

4. We are not responsible for, and do not comment on, the quality of air in a building. The Inspector does not try todetermine if there are irritants, pollutants, contaminants, or toxic materials in or around the building. The Inspection doesnot include spores, fungus, mold or mildew including that which may be concealed behind walls or under floors, forexample. You should note that whenever there is water damage, there is a possibility that visible or concealed mold ormildew may be present unseen behind a wall, floor or ceiling. If anyone in the home suffers from allergies or heightened sensitivity to quality of air, we strongly recommend that youconsult a qualified Environmental Consultant who can test for toxic materials, mold and allergens.

5. Your Home Inspector does not look for and is not responsible for, fuel oil, septic or gasoline tanks that may be buriedon the property. If fuel oil or other storage tanks remain on the property, you may be responsible for their removal and the safe disposal ofany contaminated soil. If you suspect there is a buried tank, we strongly recommend that you retain a qualifiedEnvironmental Consultant to determine whether this is a potential problem.

6. We will have no liability for any claim or complaint if conditions have been disturbed, altered, repaired, replaced, orotherwise changed before we have had a reasonable period of time to investigate.

I have read, understood, and accepted the above Limitations and Conditions of this Home Inspection.

I, Francisca Tjandra (Signature)___________________________, (Date)_______________, have read, understoodand accepted the terms of this agreement.





SUMMARY

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.

Priority Maintenance Items

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 time frames for completing recommendations are based on the limited information available during apre-purchase home inspection. These may have to be adjusted based on the findings of specialists.

Home Improvement - ballpark costs


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ROOFING

Description

Sloped roofing material:Asphalt shingles

Shingles last 15 to 20 years. this roof is newer, 5 years or less. Trees branches encroaching on the building, cut back.

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Flat roofing material:Modified bitumen

The seams have some opening, repair.


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EXTERIOR

Description

Gutter & downspout material: Galvanized steel

Downspout discharge: Above grade

Lot slope: Flat

Wall surfaces :Stucco

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Retaining wall:Masonry

Walls on the west side are cracked and leaning from trees.

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EXTERIOR

Driveway: Concrete

Walkway: Concrete

Patio: Concrete Brick

Recommendations

WALLS \ Soffits and fasciaCondition: Rot or insect damageRot in the facia boards next to roof and are in need of painting, recommend contacting a licensed specialist for furtherevaluation.Implication(s): Cosmetic defects | Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure | Material deteriorationTask: ImproveTime: Unknown

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EXTERIOR

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Condition: Paint or stain neededSoffit is in need of paint, repair.Implication(s): Cosmetic defects | Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure | Shortened lifeexpectancy of materialTask: RepairTime: Immediate

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EXTERIOR

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WALLS \ Stucco and EIFSCondition: Loosestucco has spaulding paint and cracks which does not indicate a structural problems.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structure | Material deteriorationTask: ImproveTime: Discretionary

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EXTERIOR

PORCHES, DECKS, STEPS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ JoistsCondition: DamageRot noted in the patio cover joists, repair. Patio cover has loose and missing/damaged plastic lattice covering, repair.Implication(s): Weakened structure | Chance of movementTask: MonitorTime: Unpredictable

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LANDSCAPING \ Lot gradingCondition: Clogged catch basinsEnsure area drains stay free and clear to facilitate proper water drainage.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureTask: MonitorTime: Unpredictable


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GARAGE \ FloorCondition: CrackedNot a structural concern.Implication(s): Uneven floorsLocation: VariousTime: Ongoing


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EXTERIOR

GARAGE \ Vehicle doorsCondition: Garage door is missing and the wood trim around the opening is missing, repair and replace.Task: CorrectTime: Immediate

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STRUCTURE

Description

Configuration:Crawl space

Craw space screen is damaged, and where the AC line from the outside goes through the vent screen is damaged,repair.

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Foundation material: Poured concrete

Floor construction: Joists

Exterior wall construction: Wood frame

Roof and ceiling framing: Rafters/roof joists Plank sheathing Plywood sheathing

Recommendations

FLOORS \ JoistsCondition: Poor end bearing, joist hanger connectionsJoists have incorrect support under house, were tub was install in the hallway bathroom. Joists not to constructionstandards, repair. Recommend contacting a licensed specialist for further evaluation.Implication(s): Weakened structure | Chance of structural movementTask: Repair or replaceTime: Immediate


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ELECTRICAL

Description

Service entrance cable and location:Overhead

Service wires are touching the trees, trim braches away from wires.

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Service size: 125 Amps (240 Volts)

Main disconnect/service box rating: 125 Amps

Main disconnect/service box type and location:Breakers -exterior wall

Driveway side.

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ELECTRICAL

System grounding material and type: Not visible

Distribution wire material and type: Copper - metallic sheathed

Type and number of outlets: Grounded - typical

Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI):GFCI - bathroom

Guest bathroom, recommend GFCI receptacles for the safety of occupants.

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GFCI - kitchenRecommend installing GFCI plugs in the kitchen.

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GFCI - bathroom and exteriorRecommend GFCI for the outside plugs.


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ELECTRICAL

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Smoke detectors: Present


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HEATING

Description

Fuel/energy source: Gas

System type: Furnace

Heat distribution:Ducts and registers

Duct register is missing in master bedroom, replace.

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Approximate capacity: 75,000 BTU/hr

Efficiency: High-efficiency

Approximate age: 12 years

Main fuel shut off at: Meter

Fireplace: Wood-burning fireplace

Chimney/vent: Masonry

Chimney liner: Clay


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COOLING & HEAT PUMP

Description

Air conditioning type: Air cooled

Compressor approximate age: 11 years

Supply temperature: 45°

Return temperature: 70°

Temperature difference: Acceptable temperature difference: 14° to 22°


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INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Description

Attic/roof insulation material:Glass fiber

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Attic/roof insulation amount/value: R-24

Attic/roof ventilation: Roof and soffit vents


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PLUMBING

Description

Water supply source: Public

Service piping into house: Copper Galvanized steel

Supply piping in house:CopperGalvanized steel

Some galvanized left in the walls, cannot see in the walls. Rusty water will come out sometimes, monitor.

Main water shut off valve at the: South

Water flow (pressure): Typical for neighborhood

Water heater fuel/energy source: Gas

Water heater type: Conventional

Tank capacity:40 gallons

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Waste piping in house:Galvanized steel

Trees in the yard cannot determine the condition of the waste line. Recommend contacting a licensed specialist forfurther evaluation.

Recommendations

FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Whirlpool bath pumpCondition: InoperativeSpa tub not working, repair.Implication(s): Equipment failureTask: Repair or replaceTime: Immediate


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INTERIOR

Description

Major floor finishes: Hardwood Ceramic

Major ceiling finishes:Plaster/drywall

Family room ceiling has water stains from roof leak and is active, repair. Recommend contacting a licensed specialist forfurther evaluation.

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Stucco/texture/stippleMay contain a percentage of asbestos.

Major wall and ceiling finishes: Plaster/drywall

Windows:Sliders

Guest bathroom window lock not working.

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INTERIOR

Glazing: Single

Exterior doors - type/material:HingedSliding glass

Both sliding glass doors are difficult to slide, repair.

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Range fuel:Gas

Burner not working, back left, repair.

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INTERIOR

Appliances:RefrigeratorRange hood

Vent hood not working, repair.

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DishwasherDishwasher front is damaged.

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