Customer Mr & Mrs Smart

Home 2020 Vision Way Clearly , SC 12020

Real Estate Agent Agent Friday All Real Estate Companies

Report ID: 102020

Inspection Date  Monday, August 11, 2003

Inspected By  Wes Taber

SUMMARY

406 Pittsdowne Rd. Columbia, SC 29210 803-772-7147

Customer Mr & Mrs Smart

Home 2020 Vision Way Clearly , SC 12020

This summary shall not contain recommendations for routine upkeep of a system or component to keep it in proper functioning condition or recommendations to upgrade or enhance the function, efficiency, or safety of the home.

This Summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the customer. It is recommended that the customer read the complete report.

DECKS, BALCONIES, PORCHES, STOOP, STEPS, RAILINGS

2.1

DECKS, STAIRS AND HANDRAILS OR BALCONIES REPAIR OR REPLACE Railing around deck is in good condition and secure. However, the railing should be not less than between 36-42 inches high and the ballisters should be spaced no more than 4 inches apart in most localities.

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

4.2

DOES THE ROOF COVERING APPEAR TO BE IN GOOD CONDITION Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE Overall roof condition appears good. Found a damaged shingle at the right rear corner of the roof. Recommend repair by a qualified roofer.

BUILT-IN APPLIANCES

7.4

REFRIGERATOR NOT INSPECTED Refrigerator was not plugged in. Realtor states the refrigerator will be taken by the current owner.

INTERIORS

8.5	WINDOWS (Representative number) REPAIR OR REPLACE Upstairs bedroom window appears cloudy. Windows that are "Cloudy" cannot be repaired. The smoke appearance between the two panes of glass was caused when moisture penetrated the seal. The glass still insulates but the appearance is effected. Windows less than 10 years old may still be warranted by the manufacturer. Some manufactures give a longer warranty.
8.6	DOORS (Representative number) REPAIR OR REPLACE Door in hallway to Study hits at top corner on the hinge side and does not close. Recommend adjusting door by qualified professional to make operable.

PLUMBING

9.0	INTERIOR WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES REPAIR OR REPLACE Kitchen faucet leaked in the full open position with moderate pressure applied. Recommend repairing or replacing faucet.
9.2	ANY LEAKS ON SUPPLY OR WASTE LINES Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE Shut off valve for supply to toilet in Master Bath drips when turned from the full open position. Valve leaks when in the full closed position. Recommend a qualified plumber replace.
9.6	IS WATER HEATER WIRING SECURED PROPERLY No, REPAIR OR REPLACE Wiring for water heater missing Romex connector, cable clamp. Recommend a licensed electrician correct as necessary.

ELECTRICAL

10.4	CONDITION OF WIRING, CIRCUITS, OR FUSES INSIDE MAIN PANEL (Branch circuit conductors, Over-current devices, and compatibility of their amperage and voltage) REPAIR OR REPLACE Found two wires "piggy-backing" on a single pole 20 amp breaker. Circuits appear to be servicing the Dishwasher and Washing Machine circuits. Recommend further investigation and correction by a licensed electrician.
10.7	LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS INSPECTED Main panel box is located at Washer & Dryer room.
10.9	CONNECTED DEVICES, FIXTURES OR LOOSE WIRING (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls) REPAIR OR REPLACE Receptacle in Utility Room is loose in the wall. Recommend properly securing by a licensed electrician.
10.12	ARE THERE ANY UNSAFE WIRING CONDITIONS IN CRAWLSPACE Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE At left side of the building, under Kitchen, found a HOT wire improperly terminated. Recommend a license electrician correct.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

11.3	CONDENSATION LINE OR PUMP'S CONDITION REPAIR OR REPLACE Condensate line is leaking at the air handler. Condensate is discharging into the crawlspace. Recommend a qualified HVAC professional repair or replace line.
11.4	DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators) REPAIR OR REPLACE Found hole at the main trunk line near the air handler. Felt strong stream of air flowing out of hole. Recommend HVAC professional repair duct.

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

14.2	DO ANY OF THE RAFTERS APPEAR CUT OR ALTERED Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE Found broken engineered truss member on right roof section. Recommend repairs be made by a qualified building professional conforming with accepted practices in repairing engineered trusses.
14.6	ARE THERE ANY UNSAFE ELECTRICAL WIRING IN ATTIC Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE Found a splice above Kitchen that is not in an approved junction box and coverplate . Recommend a Licensed electrician correct.

INSULATION AND VENTILATION

15.2	FOUNDATION/FLOOR INSULATION (unfinished spaces) Yes, REPAIR OR REPLACE In crawlspace along the front wall, found insulation that has detached and fallen from between joists, Recommend reattaching. Note: There are other areas where insulation has fallen out or has partially dropped. Recommend securing insulation where needed.
15.5	VENTING SYSTEMS (Kitchens, baths and laundry) REPAIR OR REPLACE Bath exhaust in master bath terminates in the attic. Recommend fans be vented to the outside.

Home inspectors are not required to report on the following: Life expectancy of any component or system; The causes of the need for a repair; The methods, materials, and costs of corrections; The suitability of the property for any specialized use; Compliance or non-compliance with codes, ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements or restrictions; The market value of the property or its marketability; The advisability or inadvisability of purchase of the property; Any component or system that was not observed; The presence or absence of pests such as wood damaging organisms, rodents, or insects; or Cosmetic items, underground items, or items not permanently installed. Home inspectors are not required to: Offer warranties or guarantees of any kind; Calculate the strength, adequacy, or efficiency of any system or component; Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or its components or be dangerous to the home inspector or other persons; Operate any system or component that is shut down or otherwise inoperable; Operate any system or component that does not respond to normal operating controls; Disturb insulation, move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice, or debris that obstructs access or visibility; Determine the presence or absence of any suspected adverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, including but not limited to mold, toxins, carcinogens, noise, contaminants in the building or in soil, water, and air; Determine the effectiveness of any system installed to control or remove suspected hazardous substances; Predict future condition, including but not limited to failure of components; Since this report is provided for the specific benefit of the customer(s), secondary readers of this information should hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet their specific needs and to obtain current information concerning this property.

Additional pages may be attached to this report. Read them very carefully. This report may not be complete without the attachments. If an item is present in this property but is not inspected, the "NI" column will be checked and an explanation is necessary. Comments may be provided by the inspector whether or not an item is deemed in need of repair.

WINDOWS, DOORS

DECKS, BALCONIES, PORCHES, STOOP, STEPS, RAILINGS

EAVE, SIDING, FOUNDATION WALLS

ROOFING, DRAINAGE, CHIMNEYS

GARAGE

DRIVEWAY, RETAINING WALLS, LANDSCAPING

BUILT-IN APPLIANCES

INTERIORS

PLUMBING

ELECTRICAL

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

HEATING

FIREPLACES