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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHome Buyers Protection Inspection 700 S Rock St 28Feb24Residential & Commercial Inspections Administrative Services 1 Auburn Hills Greenbrier, Arkansas, 72034 O: 501-227-6527 C: 501-658-4773 barrettmoon.hbp@gmail.com Barrett Moon Moon & Associates Inc. HI # 1715 Dear Home Buyer: Thank you for choosing Home Buyers Protection for your pre-purchase inspection. Please, take a few moments to read this cover letter before proceeding to the report information. Please, realize most homes subj ected to this inspection process would display many of the same deficiencies found in the home I have inspected for you. It is not unusual for the sellers to be unaware of many of these problems. This inspection is designed to take a comprehensive look at the property much as a general practitioner would examine his patient. Since it is a visual noninvasive inspection there will be things that will not be found or discovered. Destructive intrusion is not allowed nor is exhaustive technical testing. There are legal protections provided for both buyers and sellers that protect the property from damage by the inspection process. The information you are receiving was produced usi ng the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as designated by the Legislature of the State of Arkansas. If you desire, and the seller provides a release, there are more in depth inspection processes available at an additional cost. The more technical inspection is designed around, and priced only after, this initial examination. The conditions expressed in this report are those that were OBSERVED AT THE TIME of the inspection. It does not predict future conditions nor does it guarantee anything to remain the same a few moments after the inspection. There is no warranty on any area of the inspection or report. I strongly suggest, a third party warranty for your protection. Remember most third party warranty companies limit the areas of coverage and will not be liable for preexisting conditions. It is important that repairs or replacements indicated in the report be fully resolved prior to your ownership. Home Buyers Protection has no financial interest in the property. We are employed as your representative and release this information to you only, unless you direct other wise. Please, call if there are any quest ions. I look forward to visiting with you at my home between the hours of 6:30 P.M. and 9:30 P.M. at (501) 658-4773. I w ill try, whenever possible, to return calls during office hours as w ell. The office num ber is for appointments only. Please do not try to leave messages wi th that number. My Cell phone number is (501) 658-4773. There m ay be some laps of time before I can return your call during the day. Sincerely, Barrett Moon # 1715 -1- Conditions and Definitions: CONDITION SAT. The OBSERVED portions of the component or system are, in the opinion of the inspector, performing in the role for which they were intended. This is not to be construed as having met any building code or engineering standard and it does take normal wear and tear into consideration. This statement does not guarantee that the condition will remain the same. CONDITION NEEDS REP. The OBSERVED portions of the component or system are, in the opinion of the inspector, not performing in the role for which they were intended. Repairs or Replacement may be necessary. A functional or operational inspection of the entire component, assembly or system must be made when the repair is completed no matter how minor the repair may seem to you. You may be very angry and disappointed in our response when you fail to insist on the repairs being performed as suggested. This report does not assign responsibility for repair to either buyer or seller; nor does it distinguish between normal obsolescence and premature failure of a component. You must know the full impact of the repair prior to closing. This report is not a punch list of repairs but the initial indicator that there is a visually detectable deficiency. Repairs may extend into other areas just like tooth decay. Repairs that are necessary should be performed by a licensed trades contractor and proper building code permits obtained when required. Should a differing opinion regarding a comment in this report be delivered by a service contractor, you should contact the inspector immediately before any repair is attempted. There is absolutely no advantage for us to make a comment that is incorrect. DO NOT RUN UP TO THE DAY BEFORE CLOSING TO GET THE REPAIRS COMPLETED. You should insist on receipts, contracts and other documentation that repairs were performed by competent tradesmen. Through out the report there are questions posed that you should solicit from the sellers. These questions are well founded on years of experience and have proven to discover very important information for our clients. The answers should be made directly to you in writing. If you are purchasing a property older than the one you are living in or having appliances or systems older than the one you are living in; you should, after reviewing this report, call the inspector. Significant differences in living conditions, comfort level, cost of operation, and maintenance may be encountered after occupancy. Environmental conditions are not addressed by this basic inspection or the more technically exhaustive inspection but rather as an entirely separate area of consideration. If you would like environmental testing please visit with the inspector or the appointment office. Things that reduce the effectiveness of the inspection, sellers present during the inspection, vacant structures, lack of utilities, under utilized structures, amounts of personal property in the structure, or recent repairs or paint. Things that produce a good inspection: Buyers that ask questions and realize that houses constructed and occupied by man are not perfect. There is nothing that can guarantee a perfect home or home inspection. I want you to know that regardless of the source of your referral to Home Buyers Protection the inspection report your are about to read does not give you all the deficiencies nor does it guarantee anything to be working when you occupy the structure. Barrett Moon #1715 -2- Residential & Commercial Inspections Administrative Services 1 Auburn Hills Greenbrier, Arkansas, 72034 O: 501-227-6527 C: 501-658-4773 barrettmoon.hbp@gmail.com Barrett Moon Moon & Associates Inc. HI # 1715 RESULTS OF VISUAL INSPECTION Date: 02-14-24 Date Received: 02-08-24 Date Inspected: 02-13-24 File: 103287 Buyer: Dean Vlisides. Address: 700 S Rock Street, Little Rock, Ar. CONDITIONS: Weather: Clear. Soil Condition: Dry. Unit Occupied: No. Utilities: Gas,Yes. Water, Yes. Electric, Yes. Client Present: No. Home owner present: No. Agent present: Yes. 1 FOUNDATION: Type: Pier and beam. A pier and beam foundation consist of a structure elevated off the earth supported on columns usually of masonry. The space below is called a crawl space. Material: Concrete and brick. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. q.Settlement is indicated at the rear left. r.Piers have been added beneath the structure. These piers are not properly founded. They do not have cast / poured footings. This can allow the pier to settle or lean out of position. s.Piers are dry stacked (not having mortar or grout between the pier components). This allows movement in the pier column. w.Mortar joint deterioration is indicated in the foundation walls. This powdering out of the mortar is typically the result of age and or moisture damage. This loss does not progress rapidly. Repointing (cleaning out the weakened material and replacing with new mortar) of damaged joints is recommended. x.Stem walls have been penetrated and fill removed. This is typically done to allow for termite inspection and treatment. This procedure can weaken the stem wall. Viewable from the crawl space. f.Crack patterns that break the masonry unit (brick or concrete block) indicate settlement that may be related to foundation movement. This type of cracking was observed at the left side. Movement of this type deserves additional investigation. Please, ask the sellers if they have had the foundation investigated by engineers or contractors. k.Viewing of the components and systems in the crawl space was restricted because of HVAC duct work, plumbing pipes and low clearance. -3- 3 SUB STRUCTURE: Type: Wood frame. Material: Standard dimensioned joists 2 x 12 on 16 inch centers. Beams are single 6 x 6.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. m.Water related deterioration is indicated to the band joist and mud sill at the rear left corner. p.Water damaged sub structural components including band sill, mud joist and sub floor. q.Water stained sub structure was observed beneath lower level left half bath. u.No joist hangers or ledger strips were used to support the joist at their connection with the girders beneath the lower level left half bath. r.Repairs to areas of the sub structure were observed. Suggest a licensed framing contractor evaluate further. s.Compression in the sub structural components at the rear left corner. 5 CRAWLSPACE: The crawl space was entered for inspection of the foundation, sub structure and crawl space conditions. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. c.Vapor moisture level is high in the crawl space. f.Molds, mildew, and or fungal growths are present on components of the sub structure. h.Crawl space vent openings are not screened/damaged. Screening helps prevent insect and rodent entry. j.Suggest vapor barrier over the soil surface beneath the structure as part of the corrective process. 7 DRIVES AND WALKS: Type: Concrete and brick.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. i.Tree roots have elevated the material at the front walk. k.Concrete surface is cracking. This allows water to enter the material and weaken the supporting soil. Water entering these cracks leads to failure of the material. -4- 9 DRAINAGE & GROUNDS: The site drains from rear to front. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. b.Water does enter the crawl space. c.Water ponds around piers and against the interior foundation walls. g.Gutters discharge as the base of the foundation. This can erode the soil in the area. It can also saturate the soil along the footing. Adding splash blocks can move the water away from the area. n.The retaining wall at the right side is leaning out of position. o.Evidence of previous leakage through integrated guttering system at the front and left side. Suggest further investigation. Comment: Sump pump in crawlspace operating properly at time of inspection. EXTERIOR 11 EXTERIOR WALLS: Type: Solid masonry walls and wood siding. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. s.Hardboard siding indicates moisture related deterioration at the upper and lower level rear. v.Masonry covered exterior walls, because of their more rigid or brittle nature display this movement in the form of cracking. The most common areas of cracking are around windows and doors. This type of cracking was observed at the front, left and right side. y.Crack patterns that break the masonry unit (brick or concrete block) indicate settlement that may be related to foundation movement. This type of cracking was observed at the right, front and left side. Movement of this type deserves additional investigation. Please, ask the sellers if they have had the foundation investigated by engineers or contractors. a.Shrubbery is too tall and too close to the structure. The effect of having the shrubbery to close to the structure holds moisture against the exterior walls, allows rain or roof discharge to splash back on the structure, windows and door openings. It also prevents access and observation of the exterior. d.Painted surfaces are in poor condition. Exposure of the exterior surfaces to the effects of moisture and sun will cause deterioration of the materials. e.Evidence of outward rotation in the rear break room and upper level sun room structure. This appears to have been a porch/deck that was framed in and converted to conditioned space. Suggest a licensed structural engineer evaluate the structure. -5- -6- 14 EAVES AND TRIM: Materials: Wood. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. c.Water related deterioration is indicated to the windows for example at the rear. d.Water related deterioration is indicated to the porch columns at the right side. i.Painted surfaces are in poor condition. Caulking, paint or stain are the protective coatings for these materials. j.Fascia missing/damaged at the upper level front and left side. k.Water damaged soffit at the right side, front and left side. 16 DOORS AND WINDOWS: Type: Metal insulated and wood with storm. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. i.Thermal pane window failure indicated and may be located by the cloudy condition between the glass at the lower level rear break room and upper level rear sun room. This condition can be masked by dirt or film on the window. These conditions can also be miss diagnosed by the dirt or film on the window. j.Condensation damage is indicated to the interior window trim surfaces. It may effect the sheet rock as it turns back and contacts the window frame. This is not unusual with un-insulated windows and is typically more prevalent with metal windows. k.Broken glass was located in lower level right middle meeting room, upper level front left bedroom, upper level front right bedroom and upper level rear sun room. p.Window locks are broken or missing in the lower level right hall bath, lower level rear right office, upper level front hall, upper level front left bedroom, upper level front right bedroom, upper level right middle bedroom and upper level left sun room. -7- 18 DECKS, PATIOS, AND PORCH: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. a.Railings do not provide adequate child restraints. The openings are greater than 4 inches between the rails. c.Walk boards indicate deterioration at the right deck steps. d.Structural attachment is inadequate or not visible for inspection. h.Railings are not to proper height. Guard rail height is to be 36 inches. Hand rails may range from 34 to 38 inches. i.Water damage to column bases at the rear and right deck and to the header at the right deck. -8- ROOF 20 ROOF COVERING: The roof was inspected from its surface. The roof was inspected from the ground with binoculars. The pitch of the roof was to great to safely access. The height of the structure was beyond safe reach. Roof covering material: Rolled Modified Roof covering material: Slate tiles CONDITION: NEEDS REP. s.Slate tile has come loose at fallen into a valley at the rear left. -9- 23 FLASHING, VALLEYS, AND SEALS: Type of valley lined with metal. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. r.Tar or asphalt used as a temporary roof and flashing repair. INTERIOR 25 INTERIOR WALLS: Materials: Sheet rock (wall board), plaster and brick. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. j.Angular crack above the door openings throughout. k.There is angular cracking above and or below the windows throughout. l.Seam cracking in the walls throughout. m.Water damage to wall at the lower level left dining room, lower level front right living room and upper level front right bedroom/closet. n.Compression cracking noted at the lower level left dining room. o.Stress cracking at the lower level rear break room, lower level left dining room, lower level left hall to half bath, front stairwell and lower level right meeting room. p.Bowing in the wall at the front exterior wall at the upper level front left bedroom and lower level right meeting room. q.Evidence of rotation in the right exterior wall at the lower level front right living room and lower level right middle meeting room. r.Mechanical damage at the upper level right middle bedroom. -10- -11- 27 STAIRS, BANISTERS AND RAILINGS:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. i.Banister and post are loose at the rear right stairwell. 29 COUNTERS AND CABINETS: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. h.Cabinet base has been water damaged below the sink in the lower level left half bath, lower level right hall bath and upper level right middle bedroom bath sink. i.Moisture staining beneath all bathroom sinks. 31 CEILINGS: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. a.Staining is noted at lower level rear break room and lower level right hall bath. c.Nail pops were noted at right stairwell. d.Stress cracking at the front foyer and front stairwell. e.Damage at the upper level right bedroom closet. -12- 33 INTERIOR DOORS AND WINDOWS: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. a.Interior doors fit frame opening in a manner consistent with settlement or unlevel floor conditions. b.Latch and strike do not catch at lower level closet beneath stairs, lower level left hall, front door, upper level rear right bedroom, upper level rear left bedroom and upper level rear left sun room. d.Most windows are painted closed. g.Bypass doors are not tracking properly at the lower level front right living room. h.Broken glass at the entrance to upper level left sun room. i.Door drags floor at the upper level right hall bath. -13- 35 FLOORS: Materials: Wood. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. k.Ceramic tile floor is cracked in the lower level left half bath, lower level front right fireplace hearth and upper level right middle bedroom bath. l.Extensive deflection and undulation within the floor system throughout. Please see #1 and #3. ATTIC 37 ATTIC ACCESS: Entering the space by way of walk out. CONDITION: SAT. Comment: Partial viewing of attic structure due to insulation between rafters. 39 ATTIC STRUCTURE: Design: Gable, hip and flat. The roof structure is made of site built 2 x 6 rafters. They are spaced on centers of 24 inches. The roof sheathing or decking material is wood planking. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. d.Water damage to rafters at the right side. s.Repairs to attic structure noted in multiple areas. Suggest a licensed framing contractor evaluate further. z.Roof deflection noted at the right and left side. Specifically at the flat roof systems due to previous water damage. -14- 41 ATTIC VENTILATION: Type of attic ventilation: Gable and roof vent. CONDITION: SAT. 43 INSULATION: Material: Rolled fiberglass and Cellulose (treated wood fiber paper). CONDITION: NEEDS REP. f.Rodent activity has packed the insulation. m.Insulation is missing above the upper level main hall and upper level right stairwell. 45 WATER PENETRATION: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. c. Evidence of previous leakage was noted at the chimney penetration at the right side. d.Evidence of previous leakage at the flashing above left porch and right porch. EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS ELECTRICAL 47 SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS: Method of electrical service delivery to the structure: Under ground conduit. CONDITION: SAT. 49 MAIN PANEL: Location: Rear. Over current protection (to prevent over heating) is provided by breaker. Size of service: 200 AMPS at 240 Volts. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. t.Interior panel cover screw is missing. This is a safety concern because this cover is the last protection between the energized components of the panel. o.This system should be reviewed by a licensed electrical contractor to determine the scope and cost of repair. -15- 51 SUB PANEL: Location: Lower level rear hall.CONDITION: SAT. 53 BRANCH WIRING: Conductor material type: Copper wiring and knob and tube (Does not appear active). CONDITION: NEEDS REP. f.Splices are out of the junction box in the attic. g.Splices are out of the junction box in the crawl space. k.Wiring is on the ground in the crawl space. There is a danger of both damaging the conductors and electrical shock. l.The security system or low voltage wiring is on the ground in the crawl space. There is a danger of damaging the conductors. o.Electrical conductors are not properly protected from physical damage at the upper level front right bedroom closet conductor should be installed in protective conduit. p.Rodents have damaged the electrical system. This damage was observed in the upper level front right bedroom closet. The damage should be investigated further by a licensed electrical contractor. [The owner of this property should be informed of this condition and evaluation by a licensed electrical contractor is advised.] t.There are junction boxes that do not have secured covers in the attic. u.There are junctions boxes that do not have secured covers in the crawl space. -16- 55 RECEPTACLES:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. s.Damaged receptacle at the lower level rear break room. 57 FIXTURES AND SWITCHES:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. e.Light is not operating in the lower level right porch and upper level right middle bedroom bath. l.Undetermined switch function at the front foyer. m.Fan not operating at the lower level front left bedroom. n.Doorbell not operating. 59 SMOKE/FIRE DETECTORS: Inadequate coverage suspected. 61 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS: Inadequate coverage suspected. 63 GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER: (GFCI) NONE LOCATED [A GFCI device is similar to a breaker or fuse with the exception that the circuit is opened at a much lower fault level than a breaker or fuse. These devices are designed to protect from electrical shock in wet locations and on the exterior of the structure. The requirement for GFCI protection is determined by the authority and the date of construction. The presence or absence of this device is reported to you in the event you think all homes are protected by these devices.] GFCI devises are important safety features for a home. If your home does not have these devises at wet areas inside and out you are advised to have them installed. -17- PLUMBING 67 INTERIOR GAS PIPING: Material: Rigid black pipe and stainless steel flex line. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. k.Gas odor was detected at basement area around lower level furnace. The condition should be checked by a plumber or the gas service company. 69 EXTERIOR GAS SUPPLY: Meter location: Right side. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. e.The system is not grounded. [The presence of these materials and or conditions in the system does not meet today’s plumbing code. This is one area of the code that, under some conditions, is enforced. Suggest you contact the local gas supplier for their explanation.] 71 WATER SUPPLY TO THE STRUCTURE: TYPE: Undetermined. Comment: Main shut off valve location: At the water meter. 73 VISIBLE WATER SUPPLY: Copper tubing (The most prevalent material encountered in modern housing) and Pex (Cross linked Polyethylene) ( A recently introduced material that is performing very well.) CONDITION: SAT. 75 VISIBLE SEWER LINES: SYSTEM TYPE: Public ( This is based solely on the fact that the property is or appears to be located inside municipality.) MATERIAL: Plastic pipe and cast iron.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. h.The cast iron material is aged and beginning to display evidence of deterioration. This is typically the eroding along the bottom of the pipe from the inside. i.The cast iron material has failed. Leakage is indicated through the underside of the material. Observed at the lower level right hall bath. [This statement refers to the visible piping only and makes no evaluation of the concealed system.] You must ask the seller for the history of service and operation regarding the sewer system. 77 LOWER LEVEL REAR BREAK ROOM SINK:CONDITION: SAT. -18- 79 UPPER LEVEL WET BAR SINK:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. a.The faucet is leaking from the stem packing at the control handle. b.Drain slow at the sink. 81 LOWER LEVEL LEFT HALF BATH:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. a.Commode runs continuously. 82 LOWER LEVEL RIGHT HALL BATH:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. f.The faucet control is leaking from the stem packing at the front metal sink. o.The rear sink stopper mechanism is not operating properly. 83 UPPER LEVEL RIGHT MIDDLE BEDROOM BATH: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. o.The sink stopper mechanism is not operating properly. q.The commode is not secured to the floor mounting properly. The commode moves or rocks. 85 UPPER LEVEL RIGHT HALL BATH:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. f.The drain is slow at the sink. g.Commode runs continuously. 87 WATER HEATER: Type: Gas. Location: Crawlspace. Size: 40 gal. CONDITION: NEEDS REP. d.The temperature and pressure relief valve vent tube is missing. j.The location in which this appliance is installed may create a fire hazard. Leaking, spilled fuel or flammable liquids when vaporized may be sucked into the burner area of the appliance and cause a flash fire. The appliance should be installed above the vapor level of these materials to help reduce the possibility of this condition. k.Base of appliance is rusted. Unit in a high moisture location. Comment: Undetermined service life remaining. -19- HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING [The sizing of the systems to the structure is a rather involved process requiring a variety of input information about the structure, more than a square footage calculation. This inspection determines the equipment operating and that the system is complete. Please ask seller for service history and operation of the equipment.] SYSTEM SERVING: LOWER LEVEL 107 HEATING: Type: Gas fired forced air.CONDITION: SAT. Comment: The design of the heat exchanger is such that it can not be fully viewed with out disassembly of the furnace. The Standards of Practice do not allow for this disassembly. 109 EXHAUST:CONDITION: SAT. 111 AIR CONDITIONING: Type: Electric.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. d.Condensing unit is over protected electrically. This means the breaker or fuse is rated larger than the maximum stated on the data plate. [Please, ask sellers to provide service history and condition of operation. Does it adequately cool the entire structure?] -20- 113 DISTRIBUTION: Type: Metal insulated duct.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. g.Ducts contact the soil beneath the structure. k.Insulation is missing from areas of duct work. m.Ducts have been crushed in the crawlspace. 115 CONDENSATION DRAINAGE: CONDITION: SAT. Comment: condensate pump drains to a sump pump in the crawlspace. 117 THERMOSTAT: CONDITION: SAT. SYSTEM SERVING: UPPER LEVEL FRONT 107 HEATING: Type: Gas fired forced air.CONDITION: SAT. Comment: The design of the heat exchanger is such that it can not be fully viewed with out disassembly of the furnace. The Standards of Practice do not allow for this disassembly. 109 EXHAUST:CONDITION: SAT. 111 AIR CONDITIONING: Type: Electric.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. d.Condensing unit is over protected electrically. This means the breaker or fuse is rated larger than the maximum stated on the data plate. [Please, ask sellers to provide service history and condition of operation. Does it adequately cool the entire structure?] -21- 113 DISTRIBUTION: Type: Flex duct.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. m.Ducts have been crushed in the attic. o.The flex duct plastic vapor barrier is deteriorating allowing the insulation to separate from the duct and causing condensation on the duct and loss of conditioned air. 115 CONDENSATION DRAINAGE: CONDITION: SAT. 117 THERMOSTAT: CONDITION: SAT. SYSTEM SERVING: UPPER LEVEL REAR 107 HEATING: Type: Gas fired forced air.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. m.There is no grommet protecting the gas supply from vibration damage at the penetration of the cabinet. Comment: Undetermined service life remaining. Comment: The design of the heat exchanger is such that it can not be fully viewed with out disassembly of the furnace. The Standards of Practice do not allow for this disassembly. -22- 109 EXHAUST:CONDITION: NEEDS REP. b. The exhaust vent material is too close to combustible materials. The vent is required to be no closer than 1 inch from a combustible material. This condition was observed at the attic. 111 AIR CONDITIONING: Type: Electric.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. d.Condensing unit is over protected electrically. This means the breaker or fuse is rated larger than the maximum stated on the data plate. d.The condenser fin surfaces are damaged. This can reduce the efficiency of the appliance. [Please, ask sellers to provide service history and condition of operation. Does it adequately cool the entire structure?] -23- 113 DISTRIBUTION: Type: Flex duct.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. o.The flex duct plastic vapor barrier is deteriorating allowing the insulation to separate from the duct and causing condensation on the duct and loss of conditioned air. 115 CONDENSATION DRAINAGE: CONDITION: NEEDS REP. f.There is no trap on the condensate drain tubing. 117 THERMOSTAT: CONDITION: SAT. 121 BATH VENTILATION:CONDITION: SAT. 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Lower level front right living room. Type: Masonry with gas starter.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. p.There is no damper. q.The chimney needs cleaning and reinspection. The flue was too dirty to view the walls. v.Starter key was not located. w.Flue stuffed with paper/cardboard. 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Lower level right middle meeting room. Type: Masonry with gas starter.CONDITION: NEEDS REP. p.There is no damper. q.The chimney needs cleaning and reinspection. The flue was too dirty to view the walls. v.Starter key was not located. s.Flue blocked with rubber matting. -24- 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Lower level front left bedroom. CONDITION: INCONCLUSIVE Comment: Insert prevents viewing. 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Upper level front left bedroom. CONDITION: INCONCLUSIVE Comment: Insert prevents viewing. 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Upper level front right bedroom. CONDITION: INCONCLUSIVE Comment: Insert prevents viewing. 125 FIREPLACE: Location: Upper level rear right bedroom. CONDITION: INCONCLUSIVE Comment: Insert prevents viewing. Now return to the definitions of SAT. and NEEDS REP. You have a responsibility to explore these concerns with those people that can tell you the extent of repair necessary and their cost prior to the transfer of ownership. Even if you choose to accept a cash payment from the sellers, knowing the full extent of the repair is necessary. -25- This concludes the report on the above property. The above information represents only those conditions observed at the time of the inspection. Do not assume these are the only deficiencies. The more intensive inspection requiring a seller release usually reveals additional deficiencies. END OF REPORT YOUR REPORT HAS BEEN TRANSMITTED ELECTRONICALLY. YOU MAY BE PROVIDED WITH COPY BY A REALTOR. STATUS; CONTRACT SIGNED , FEE NOT COLLECTED E-MAIL REALTOR, There is no warranty of any type provided by the inspection company. You should make arrangements to protect your investment with a warranty through a third party provider. Study the coverage well before making your selection. -26-