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10217 NE 139th St, Kirkland, WA 98034

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RW West Consultants, Inc.Property Inspection Report

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10217 NE 139th St, Kirkland, WA 98034Inspection prepared for: Christopher Ellis

Real Estate Agent: Christopher Ellis - Faira

Date of Inspection: 8/3/2017 Time: 1:30 PM Age of Home: 1969 Size: 1870

Order ID: 2432 Front faces North

Inspector: Clifton MoodyLicense # 957

Phone: 425.885.0722Email: [email protected]

RW West Consultants, Inc. 10217 NE 139th St, Kirkland, WA

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Inspection Details We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entireInspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questions you mayhave. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are still available to youfor any questions you may have, throughout the entire closing process.Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report is based on an inspection of thevisible portion of the structure; inspection may be limited by vegetation and possessions. Depending uponthe age of the property, some items like GFI outlets may not be installed;For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repair anycritical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommend that you or yourrepresentative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately before closing to check the conditionof the property, using this report as a guide. Items denote serious, safety or items that required further investigationItems denote minor or maintenance itemsGreen notes denote locations and shutoff valves


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General Exterior Note 1. Exterior NoteObservations:• North Elevation• South Elevation• East Elevation• West Elevation

||2||North Elevation ||2||East Elevation

||2||South Elevation ||2||West Elevation


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Exterior Areas 1. Siding ConditionSiding appeared in good condition overall. • Plywood siding material.Observations:• Paint incomplete at east side.

2. GuttersGutters and downspouts appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Recommend installing splashblocks or extensions to divert water minimum 3 feet away from thefoundation. Extensions longer than 3 feet may be required if grade slopes toward the house whereslpash blocks or extension end.

3. Driveway and Walkway ConditionConcrete sidewalks appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Cracking to the driveway. Recommend conditions are investigated further and corrected bylicensed contractor.• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios are potential tripping hazards, recommendconditions are corrected.


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4. SoffitSoffits and eaves appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Paint flaking at soffit areas, recommend repainting.• Fungal growth at the soffit, areas would need to be cleaned, sealed and repainted.


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5. Door/WindowExterior doors appeared in operable condition, at time of inspection. • Window frames and sillsappeared in good condition overall.Observations:• There was no visible flashing above the windows and or doors. Windows and or doors withoutflashing require periodic maintenance of caulking material.

6. GradingGrading appeared in good condition overall.

7. Cable FeedsMaterials: Primary Service is Underground Service Lateral

8. Exterior Faucet ConditionExterior faucets were in operable condition overall.

9. Pressure65


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10. Gate ConditionMaterials: WoodObservations:• Fences are NOT INCLUDED as part of a home inspection.


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Decks 1. DeckDecking and Visible framing appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Recommend following conditions are investigated further and corrected as required by licensedcontractor.• No visible flashing present above the deck header to prevent moisture from becoming trappedbetween siding and header that could result in decay, recommend flashing is installed.• Ledger board secures deck to the house with nails instead of lag bolts. Nails loosen withtemperature/moisture and humidity changes and can result in deck collapsing. Stronglyrecommend lag bolts are installed as a safety precaution.• Guardrail loose, strongly recommend correction as a safety precaution. East


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Exterior Stairs 1. StairSteps appeared uniform. • Handrail appeared secure.


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Roof 1. Roof ConditionComposition shingle roof surface. • Walked on roof surface.Type Average life span 20 years for this type surface with proper maintenance and care.Observations:• Moss on roof. This can lead to the premature failure of the roof and subsequent leaks.Recommend treating moss with a moss retarding chemical. Pressure washing is not recommendedas it can damage surface and lessen life span.

2. ChimneyBrick masonry chimney appeared in good condition overall, chimney height was adequate overall.Observations:• Moss on chimney recommend alleviating to prevent spalling


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Attic 1 1. AtticAttic access is located in the hallway

2. FramingObservations:• There is a whitish and or darkened coloration that possibly could be a fungal/mold growth.Conditions are generally a result of excessive moisture at some point or inadequate ventilation.Treating/remediation and correction moisture conditions will help prevent future occurrences.Testing would need to be performed to determine the presence or absence of Mold. Testing mayinclude surface sampling and air quality testing.


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3. VentilationUnder eave soffit inlet vents noted. • Roof surface vents present. • Gable louver vents noted.


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4. Fan/DuctObservations:• Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior. Typically piping should actually connectto exterior vent, recommend correction. This condition can result in mold/fungal growth.

5. Insulation ConditionBlown in cellulose insulation noted.Depth: Insulation averages approximately 10-12 inches in depth, estimated R value 30


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6. RodentNo visible indications of Rodent Activity.


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General Interior Note 1. General NotesMaterials: Windows in the home are Double pane insulated glass windows. Any deficiencies arenoted in each room section for accessible windows • Doors in the home are considered operationalunless otherwise noted in each room section • Cabinet doors and in the home are consideredoperational unless otherwise noted in each room section • Flooring is worn. Noted.Observations:• Home contains popcorn ceilings. This material could contain asbestos, testing is not within thescope of this inspection


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Entryway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates. Entry door operates andlocks overall. • Wood flooring is in good condition overall.


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Stairs Leading to 2nd Floor 1. StairSteps appeared uniform.Observations:• There is no handrail present, normally there should be a handrail when there are 4 or more stairsas a safety precaution.


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Living Room 1. Living RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate wood grain material.Accessible outlets operate. Electric convector heat operates.

2. Window-Wall AC or Heat

Cadet RM 1623. FireplaceWood stove appeared in operable condition.


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Dining Room 1. Dining RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate wood grain material.Accessible outlets operate.


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Kitchen 1. Kitchen RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is bamboo. Accessible outletsoperate. Light fixture operates. Sink and faucets are in operable condition overall. Cabinet doorsand drawers are in operable condition overall.

2. DisposalDisposal operates overall.

3. DishwasherDishwasher was in operable condition.Observations:• Lack of a proper air gap noted at dishwasher drain line. In the event of a sewer backup this deviceprevents sewer matter from entering into dishwasher. Recommend having a licensed plumberinstall a air gap or drip loop to prevent possible contamination to water supply. Minor condition tocorrect


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4. Stove/OvenObservations:• Anti tip bracket/device missing at stove, recommend installation as a safety precaution. Should beinstalled.• Oven did not reach 350 degrees in 8 minutes. Recommend servicing the unit by licensedappliance repair contractor.

5. RefrigeratorRefrigerator was in operable condition.


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6. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

7. ElectricalOutlets are GFCI protected at the counters.

8. Vent ConditionVent fan is recirculating type.


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Master Bedroom 1. BedroomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate wood grain material ingood condition. Accessible outlets operate.

2. HeatingElectric Convector heater operates.

Cadet RM1623. Window DeficienciesObservations:• Newer requirements are that window sill heights be less than 44 inches as a safety precaution foregress/escape in case of fire.


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Master Bathroom 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.

2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of the water sources.

3. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

4. FloorsVinyl Flooring.Observations:• Vinyl flooring recently installed. Recommend further investigation once adhesive has dried.

5. ShowerShower door is in operable condition overall.Observations:• Hot/cold reversed plumbing observed.


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6. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.

7. HeatingElectric baseboard heater operates.


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Hall Bathroom1 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.

2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of water sources.

3. Exhaust FansObservations:• Exhaust fan vibrates or is excessively noisy. The fan may eventually need to be replaced tocorrect this condition.

4. FloorsTile Flooring is in good condition overall.

5. TubTub was in good condition overall.

6. ShowerShower is in good condition overall.


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7. HeatingElectric Convector heater operates.

Cadet CB103


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Bedroom 1 1. LocationLocation 2nd Right

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate wood grain material.Accessible outlets operate.

3. HeatingElectric Convector heater operates.Cadet RM 162


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Bedroom 2 1. LocationLocation 1st Right

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is laminate wood grain material.Accessible outlets operate.

3. HeatingElectric baseboard heater operates.


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Stairs Leading to Basement 1. StairSteps appeared uniform. • Handrail appeared secure.


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Den 1. Den RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is bamboo. Electric baseboard heatoperates. Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.


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Basement Hallway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates. • Bamboo floor covering is ingood condition.

2. ElectricalObservations:• Closet light is missing fixture globe. This can be a potential fire hazard if clothing comes in contactwith an exposed light bulb.


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Basement Family Room 1. Family RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is bamboo in good condition.Accessible outlets operate.

2. Window-Wall AC or HeatObservations:• No visible heat source in this room, stored items may be blocking. Recommend furtherinvestigation.

3. FloorObservations:• Paint staining to floor. Noted.


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Basement Laundry Room 1. ConditionCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates. •Toilet is in operable condition.

2. Exhaust FansWindow only, no vent fan.

3. DryerDryer appeared to exhaust to the exterior. • Dryer is electric Unit • 220 volt electrical service forelectric dryer.

4. Floor ConditionVinyl flooring appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• A few areas of damage to vinyl. Noted


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5. SinkSink is in operable condition overall.

6. HeatingThere is no heat source in this room.

7. WasherMaterials: Washer appeared to be in operable condition.


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Garage 1. ConditionWalls and ceilings appeared in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixturesoperate overall. Flooring is concrete, visible portions in good condition overall.Observations:• Patching at the ceiling/walls, moisture meter indicated no abnormal moisture content presently.

2. DoorsObservations:• Garage door leading to interior did not self close. Recommend adjustment or installing self closinghinge for fire protection and to prevent carbon monoxide from entering the living area.


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3. Garage DoorsSingle garage door operates, was on auto opener. • Photo cell safety returns operate overall.Observations:• Tension safety return did not operate on the garage doors, recommend adjustment.


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Heat/AC 1. Heating TypeElectric convector zone controlled system in operable condition. • Electric baseboard zonecontrolled heat in operable condition overall.


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Plumbing/Water Heater1 1. PlumbingWater lines were copper. • Drain and waste lines were plastic.

2. Water Heater ConditionHeater Type: Electric water heater. • 50 gallonsLocation: The heater is located in the laundry room.

3. AgeObservations:• Water heater in excess of 12 years and has exceeded useful life span, recommend monitoring orreplacement.• Approximately 18 years of age, average life span is 10 to 12 years.

4. ConditionObservations:• Seismic straps are not in place/ improperly installed. Normally there should be seismic strapsinstalled at the upper and lower one thirds of the tank.• Expansion tank is not in place. This is a hazardous condition on closed water systems.Recommend conditions are investigated further and corrected as required by licensed plumbingcontractor.

5. TPRV ConditionTemperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR Valve) present.Observations:• Temperature and pressure relief valve routes at an upward angle. This condition can cause waterto set in the outlet drain resulting in corrosion to the temperature and pressure relief valve andcause it not to engage when needed. This is an extremely hazardous condition, stronglyrecommend conditions are corrected by licensed HVAC contractor.


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Electrical 1 1. Electrical125 AMP service, #2 Copper service entrance wires.

2. GroundingElectrical service is bonded.Observations:• Grounding is not visible/cannot be traced to source and cannot be verified. Strongly recommendconditions investigated further are corrected by licensed electrical contractor.

3. Wiring TypeObservations:• White neutral wires connected to circuit breakers should be black or red taped to designate theyare hot, recommend further investigation and correction by licensed electrical contractor.• Aluminum wiring at 15 the 20 amp branch circuits. There have been problems with aluminumwiring at these smaller circuits that service outlets, switches and light fixtures. Aluminum wiringexpands and contracts more than copper causing connections to loosen. As connections loosenconditions cause arching and sparking and in some instances causing fires. A method referred toas pig tailing is generally used to correct this condition. Pig tailing consists of crimping a piece ofcopper wire on the end of the aluminum wiring and then making connection to outlet/switches withcopper. Strongly recommend conditions are investigated further by licensed electrical contractor toensure safe operation of the electrical system.


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4. SubpanelObservations:• White neutral wires connected to circuit breakers should be black or red taped to designate theyare hot, recommend further investigation and correction by licensed electrical contractor.• Wire ends not capped off. Recommend conditions are corrected.


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Foundation/Crawlspaces 1. FoundationConcrete slab foundation, no visible indications of unusual settling or damage. • Continuousconcrete foundation visible portion appeared in good condition overall. • Basement and concreteslab foundation.


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Shutoffs 1. Shutoff LocationsObservations:• Water heater water line shutoff is located above the water heater.• Could not locate main water shutoff, recommend consulting with owner.

||2||Water heater water line shutoff is located above the water heater.


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Equipment 1. Appliances/EquipmentObservations:• Refrigerator• Dishwasher• Water Heater• Washer• Dryer• Oven

Water heater Washer

Dryer Alarm panel


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||2||Oven ||2||Dishwasher


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Carbon Monoxide Detectors 1. Carbon MonoxideMaterials: Carbon monoxide detectors were in place.


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GlossaryGlossary

Term DefinitionAir Gap Air gap (drainage): The unobstructed vertical distance through

free atmosphere between the outlet of the waste pipe and theflood-level rim of the receptacle into which the waste pipe isdischarged.

Cellulose Cellulose insulation: Ground-up newspaper that is treated withfire-retardant.

Expansion Tank An expansion tank or expansion vessel is a small tank used toprotect closed (not open to atmospheric pressure) water heatingsystems and domestic hot water systems from excessivepressure. The tank is partially filled with air, whosecompressibility cushions shock caused by water hammer andabsorbs excess water pressure caused by thermal expansion.

GFCI A special device that is intended for the protection of personnelby de-energizing a circuit, capable of opening the circuit wheneven a small amount of current is flowing through the groundingsystem.

TPR Valve The thermostat in a water heater shuts off the heating sourcewhen the set temperature is reached. If the thermostat fails, thewater heater could have a continuous rise in temperature andpressure (from expansion of the water). The temperature andpressure could continue to rise until the pressure exceeds thepressure capacity of the tank (300 psi). If this should happen, thesuper-heated water would boil and expand with explosive force,and the tank would burst. The super-heated water turns to steamand turns the water heater into an unguided missile. To preventthese catastrophic failures, water heaters are required to beprotected for both excess temperature and pressure. Usually, themeans of protection is a combination temperature- and pressure-relief valve (variously abbreviated as T&P, TPV, TPR, etc.). Mostof these devices are set to operate at a water temperature above200° F and/or a pressure above 150 psi. Do not attempt to testthe TPR valve yourself! Most water heating systems should beserviced once a year as a part of an annual preventivemaintenance inspection by a professional heating and coolingcontractor. From Plumbing: Water Heater TPR Valves


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Report SummaryReport Summary

This is a visual inspection. No destructive testing is performed. This is not a soil inspection nor do weinspect for formaldehyde, radon, asbestos, Chinese drywall, lead paint, mold, hazardousmaterials/substances, landscape lighting, sprinkler systems, septic systems/drain fields, smoke alarmsor recreational equipment such as Jacuzzis etc.. It is recommended that noted deficiencies beinvestigated further by licensed companies specializing in those disciplines. Inspection is subject toconditions at the time of inspection. Appliances are checked to see if they're in operable condition. Thisis not a code inspection as codes change frequently and vary between municipalities. We make noguarantees for expected life. It is impossible to verify conditions of places inaccessible in walls under andin between floors, behind furniture appliances etc., and we assume no responsibility for those items assuch. Estimates for repairs are approximations and we do not guarantee their accuracy. Possiblesolutions for problems are solely opinions based on conditions at the time of the inspection and are notto be assumed as being totally conclusiveThe summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safety hazard, adeficiency requiring a major expenses or further investigation to correct or items I would like to drawextra attention to. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects theopinion of the inspector. Please review all of the pages of the report as the summary alone does notexplain all the issues. We recommend repairs should be done by licensed &bonded contractors. We alsorecommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done. Exterior AreasPage 4 Item: 3 Driveway and

Walkway Condition• Uneven surfaces at sidewalks or, driveways/patios arepotential tripping hazards, recommend conditions arecorrected.

DecksPage 7 Item: 1 Deck • Recommend following conditions are investigated further

and corrected as required by licensed contractor.• No visible flashing present above the deck header to preventmoisture from becoming trapped between siding and headerthat could result in decay, recommend flashing is installed.• Ledger board secures deck to the house with nails instead oflag bolts. Nails loosen with temperature/moisture and humiditychanges and can result in deck collapsing. Stronglyrecommend lag bolts are installed as a safety precaution.• Guardrail loose, strongly recommend correction as a safetyprecaution. East

Attic 1Page 12 Item: 2 Framing • There is a whitish and or darkened coloration that possibly

could be a fungal/mold growth. Conditions are generally aresult of excessive moisture at some point or inadequateventilation. Treating/remediation and correction moistureconditions will help prevent future occurrences. Testingwould need to be performed to determine the presence orabsence of Mold. Testing may include surface sampling andair quality testing.

Page 14 Item: 4 Fan/Duct • Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior.Typically piping should actually connect to exterior vent,recommend correction. This condition can result inmold/fungal growth.

General Interior NotePage 16 Item: 1 General Notes • Home contains popcorn ceilings. This material could contain

asbestos, testing is not within the scope of this inspection


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Stairs Leading to 2nd FloorPage 18 Item: 1 Stair • There is no handrail present, normally there should be a

handrail when there are 4 or more stairs as a safetyprecaution.

KitchenPage 23 Item: 4 Stove/Oven • Anti tip bracket/device missing at stove, recommend

installation as a safety precaution. Should be installed.• Oven did not reach 350 degrees in 8 minutes. Recommendservicing the unit by licensed appliance repair contractor.

Master BedroomPage 25 Item: 3 Window

Deficiencies• Newer requirements are that window sill heights be less than44 inches as a safety precaution for egress/escape in case offire.

Basement HallwayPage 34 Item: 2 Electrical • Closet light is missing fixture globe. This can be a potential

fire hazard if clothing comes in contact with an exposed lightbulb.

GaragePage 38 Item: 2 Doors • Garage door leading to interior did not self close.

Recommend adjustment or installing self closing hinge for fireprotection and to prevent carbon monoxide from entering theliving area.

Page 39 Item: 3 Garage Doors • Tension safety return did not operate on the garage doors,recommend adjustment.

Plumbing/Water Heater1Page 41 Item: 3 Age • Water heater in excess of 12 years and has exceeded useful

life span, recommend monitoring or replacement.• Approximately 18 years of age, average life span is 10 to 12years.

Page 41 Item: 4 Condition • Seismic straps are not in place/ improperly installed.Normally there should be seismic straps installed at the upperand lower one thirds of the tank.• Expansion tank is not in place. This is a hazardous conditionon closed water systems. Recommend conditions areinvestigated further and corrected as required by licensedplumbing contractor.

Page 41 Item: 5 TPRV Condition • Temperature and pressure relief valve routes at an upwardangle. This condition can cause water to set in the outlet drainresulting in corrosion to the temperature and pressure reliefvalve and cause it not to engage when needed. This is anextremely hazardous condition, strongly recommendconditions are corrected by licensed HVAC contractor.

Electrical 1Page 43 Item: 2 Grounding • Grounding is not visible/cannot be traced to source and

cannot be verified. Strongly recommend conditionsinvestigated further are corrected by licensed electricalcontractor.


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Page 43 Item: 3 Wiring Type • Aluminum wiring at 15 the 20 amp branch circuits. Therehave been problems with aluminum wiring at these smallercircuits that service outlets, switches and light fixtures.Aluminum wiring expands and contracts more than coppercausing connections to loosen. As connections loosenconditions cause arching and sparking and in some instancescausing fires. A method referred to as pig tailing is generallyused to correct this condition. Pig tailing consists of crimping apiece of copper wire on the end of the aluminum wiring andthen making connection to outlet/switches with copper.Strongly recommend conditions are investigated further bylicensed electrical contractor to ensure safe operation of theelectrical system.

Page 44 Item: 4 Subpanel • Wire ends not capped off. Recommend conditions arecorrected.

ShutoffsPage 46 Item: 1 Shutoff Locations • Could not locate main water shutoff, recommend consulting

with owner.

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