Inspection Report...Louisville, KY 40215 Inspection Fee: Service Price Amount Sub-Total Heated Sq Ft 1,001 - 1,700 285.00 1 285.00 Termite 40.00 1 40.00 Tax $0.00 Total Price $325.00

Inspection Report

Neil Leavitt

Property Address:

1111 Brookline Ave.

Louisville, KY 40215

ProChek Home Inspections,LLC

Darryl Willoughby KY Lic #HI-2038


Inspected By: Darryl Willoughby KY Lic #HI-

2038

INVOICE

Inspection Date: 6/15/2011

Report ID: 201106-15B

Customer Info: Inspection Property:

Neil Leavitt

Customer's Real Estate Professional:

No Agent

1111 Brookline Ave.


Inspection Fee: Service Price Amount Sub-Total

Heated Sq Ft 1,001 - 1,700 285.00 1 285.00

Termite 40.00 1 40.00

Tax $0.00

Total Price $325.00

Payment Method: Check

Payment Status: CK $ 325.00

Note:

Date: 6/15/2011 Time: 2:00 PM Report ID: 201106-15B

Property:

1111 Brookline Ave.


Customer:

Neil Leavitt

Real Estate Professional:

No Agent

This inspection was performed for the buyer and was inspected according to ASHI Standards of Practice. The

comments made in this report was based on the condition of the home at the time of inspection.

Comment Key or Definitions:

The following definitions of comment descriptions represent this inspection report. All comments by the

inspector should be considered before purchasing this home.

Satisfactory(S) = The item, component, or unit was visually observed, and if no other comments were made,

then it appeared to be functioning as intended allowing for normal wear and tear.

Repair/Replace or Further Evaluation Needed (R) = The item, component, or unit is not functioning as

intended or needs further inspection by a qualified contractor. Items, components, or units that can be repaired

or serviced to satisfactory condition may not need replacement.

Information Only (I) = This is general information about an item, component or unit that could be useful for the

homeowner.

Not Inspected (NI) = Indicates the item, component, or unit was not available for inspection or could not be

inspected. If critical to the home purchase decision, recommend subsequent follow-up by a licensed and

qualified tradesperson prior to closing.

Clie nt Is Pres e nt:

Yes

Atte nded Ins pection:

Buyer

Age Of Home :

Approximately 100 years

Radon Te s t:

No

We athe r:

Cloudy

Te mpe rature:

Over 60 degrees

Vacant or Occupie d:

Vacant

Me thod of e ntry:

Lock Box

Home Style :

2 STORY

Foundation:

Crawl Space

He ate d Sq Ft:

1,313 sqft.

1. ROOF COVERINGS

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the roof covering; the roof drainage s ys tem; the

flas hings ; the s kylight, chimneys , and roof penetrations . The ins pector s hall des cribe the roof covering and report the

methods us ed to ins pect the roof. The ins pector is NOT required to ins pect antennas , interiors of flues or chimneys which are

not readily acces s ible, or other ins talled acces s ories .

S=Satis factory, R=Repair/Replace or Further Evaluation Needed, I=Information only, NI=Not Ins pected

S R I NI Inspection Items

X 1.0 SHINGLES

METHOD OF INSPECTING ROOF: WALKED ROOF

ROOF-TYPE: GABLE, SHED

ROOF COVERING: ASPHALT SHINGLES, ROLL ROOFING

DOWNSPOUTS: ALUMINUM

LAYERS OF SHINGLES: ONE

Comments:

(1) Small holes in the shingles indicate roof has had hail at some point in time. The granules are

coming off the shingles exposing the underlying felt indicating shingles are nearing the end of

their useful life. Recommend further evaluation by a qualified roofing contractor.

1.0 Picture 1 1.0 Picture 2

(2) The left side of the rear dormer has been improperly patched with tar. Roofer to repair

and properly flash.

1.0 Picture 3

(3) Shingle has buckled at the rear side of the roof.

1.0 Picture 4

X 1.1 ROOF SHEATHING

Comments:

Stains are present on 1" sheathing boards in several areas of the attic. Roofer to repair

all leaks and replace deteriorated sheathing boards.

X 1.2 ROLL ROOFING

Comments:

Roll roofing at the front dormer has cracked, separated and improperly installed. Roll roofing

will need to be replaced. Roofer to make repairs that are needed.



X 1.3 FLASHINGS

Comments: X 1.4 ROOF VENTILATION

VENTILATION: ROOF VENTS

Comments:

X 1.5 VENT PIPES, AND FLUES

Comments:

Plumbing vent pipe at the right rear side needs to be caulked around the perimeter of pipe and

boot where boot flange has failed.


X 1.6 GUTTERS

GUTTER-TYPE: ALUMINUM

Comments:

Gutters are clogged with leaves and debris. Keep gutters clean to prevent water from

overflowing gutters.


1.6 Picture 3

X 1.7 OTHER COMMENTS

Comments:

View of the roof.

1.7 Picture 1



2. EXTERIOR

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect: the exterior wall covering, flas hing and trim; all exterior

doors ; attached decks , balconies , s toops , s teps , porches and their as s ociated railings ; the eaves , s offits , and fas cias where

acces s ible from the ground level; the vegetation, grading, s urface drainage, and retaining walls on the property when any of

thes e are likely to advers ely affect the building; walkways , patios , and driveways leading to dwelling entrances . The ins pector

s hall des cribe the exterior wall covering. The ins pector is NOT required to ins pect: s creening, s hutters , awnings , and s imilar

s eas onal acces s ories ; fences ; geological, geotechnical or hydrological conditions ; recreational facilities ; outbuildings ;

s eawalls , break-walls , and docks ; eros ion control and earth s tabilization meas ures .



X 2.0 FOUNDATION

SOFFIT MATERIAL: VINYL

Comments: X 2.1 SOFFIT, FASCIA

Comments: X 2.2 FLASHING

Comments:

X 2.3 WALL COVERINGS

WALL CONSTRUCTION: FRAME CONSTRUCTION/STICK BUILT

SIDING MATERIAL: VINYL SIDING

Comments:

(1) Vinyl siding is missing on the left side of the house.

2.3 Picture 1

(2) Small piece of siding is missing to the right of the front porch.

2.3 Picture 2

X 2.4 DOORS

ENTRY DOORS: STEEL

Comments:

(1) The rear atrium door glass is broken. Repair or replace the door.

2.4 Picture 1

(2) The rear door jamb is damaged and needs to be repaired.

2.4 Picture 2

X 2.5 WINDOWS

Comments: X 2.6 TRIM

Comments:

X 2.7 DOWNSPOUTS

Comments:

(1) The opening around the downspouts (where they discharge in the underground tiles) need

(1) opening the (where discharge the tiles)

to be cemented around to prevent debris from entering and possibly clogging the drains.

(2) Right rear downspout is missing the elbow.

2.7 Picture 1

X 2.8 DOWNSPOUTS

Comments:

The downspouts are run underground to the storm sewers. It is beyond the scope of a home

inspection to determine if the lines are functioning properly.

2.8 Picture 1

X 2.9 EXTERIOR LIGHTS

Comments:

The rear light fixture did not work. X 2.10 ELECTRICAL

Comments:

X 2.11 HOSE BIBS / FAUCETS

Comments:

Unable to test.



3. GROUNDS



X 3.0 DRAINAGE

3.0

Comments:

All homes experience erosion to some degree. Recommend adding dirt backfill to any low

lying areas located around the foundation, especially at the front and rear sides to ensure

proper drainage from the foundation at all times.

3.0 Picture 1

X 3.1 SIDEWALKS

Comments:

The concrete sidewalk has settled causing edges to be uneven. This may be a trip hazard and

the area may tend to hold water with heavy rains.

3.1 Picture 1



4. PORCHES, DECKS, CARPORTS

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect attached decks , balconies , s toops , s teps , porches , and

their as s ociated railings .



X 4.0 DECKS

Comments:

X 4.1 FRONT PORCH

Comments:

(1) Porches that are 30" or more from the ground are required to have a rail.

4.1 Picture 1

(2) The vinyl ceiling has pulled down at the left side of the porch.

4.1 Picture 2



5. EXCLUSIONS





6. KITCHEN

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the walls , ceilings , and floors ; the s teps , s tairways , and

railings ; the countertops and a repres entative number of ins talled cabinets ; a repres entative number of doors and windows ;

garage door and garage door operators . The ins pector is NOT required to ins pect the paint, wallpaper, and other finis h

treatments ; the carpeting; the window treatments ; the central vacuum s ys tems , the hous ehold appliances ; recreational

facilities .



X 6.0 CABINETS

CABINETRY: WOOD

SINK: STAINLESS STEEL

Comments:

X 6.1 DISHWASHER

DISHWASHER: GE

Comments:

Dishwasher is missing the air gap. An air gap needs to be installed or the discharge line needs

to be looped up to the top of the sink and then connected to the drain pipe. Recommend a

licensed plumber make repairs. X 6.2 EXHAUST FAN

EXHAUST FAN: RE-CIRCULATING, BROAN

Comments: X 6.3 COUNTERTOP

COUNTERTOP: LAMINATE

Comments:



7. BATHROOMS



X 7.0 CABINETS

Comments: X 7.1 TUB/SHOWER SURROUND

Comments:



8. INTERIOR ITEMS

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the walls , ceilings , and floors ; the s teps , s tairways , and

railings ; the countertops and a repres entative number of ins talled cabinets ; a repres entative number of doors and windows ;

garage door and garage door operators . The ins pector is NOT required to ins pect the paint, wallpaper, and other finis h

treatments ; the carpeting; the window treatments ; the central vacuum s ys tems , the hous ehold appliances ; recreational

facilities .



X 8.0 CEILINGS

CEILING MATERIALS: PLASTER & DRYWALL

Comments:

(1) Stains on the ceiling at the 2nd floor are from a roof leak. Roofer to repair.


(2) Some type of a mold/fungi was noted on the left wall and ceiling in the 2nd floor front

bedroom. Contractor to evaluate source of mold and recommend having the area treated by a

company that specializes in mold or fungi removal or treatment.



X 8.1 CEILINGS

Comments:

(1) Damaged drywall in the half bath will need to be replaced.

8.1 Picture 1

(2) Several areas of the ceiling throughout the home may be deteriorated from the water leaks

and ha e to be replaced

and have to be replaced.


X 8.2 WALLS

Comments:

Hairline crack noted in kitchen. Drywall crack above the half bath door needs to be evaluated

by a structural engineer.


X 8.3 FLOORS

FLOOR COVERING: TILE, LAMINATED WOOD

Comments:

Floors are slightly sloped on the second floor hall. Unable to determine the cause of the

sloping due to the ceilings being covered with drywall below. See Crawl Space 10.4 Girders,

Piers and supports.

X 8.4 FLOORS

Comments:

The floor below the 2nd floor bath toilet is soft and deteriorated and needs to be repaired.

8.4 Picture 1

X 8.5 DOORS

Comments:

X 8.6 WINDOWS

Comments:

(1) The half bath window has broken glass.

(2) The 2nd floor left side window is loose in the frame. Contractor to repair.


X 8.7 STEPS, STAIRWAYS, RAILINGS

Comments:



9. ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the s tructural components including framing; and by

probing a repres entative number of s tructural components where deterioration is s us pected or where clear indications of

pos s ible deterioration exis t. Probing is not required when probing would damage any finis hed s urface or where no

deterioration is vis ible. The ins pector s hall des cribe the roof s tructure and report the methods us ed to ins pect the attic. The

ins pector is NOT required to provide any engineering s ervice or architectural s ervice; or offer an opinion as to the adequacy

of any s tructural s ys tem or component.



X 9.0 ATTIC ACCESS

ATTIC INFO: SCUTTLE HOLE

Comments: X 9.1 INSULATION

INSULATION: ROLLED, FIBERGLASS, 4"-5"

Comments: X 9.2 ROOF FRAMING

ROOF FRAMING: 2 x 4 RAFTERS

Comments:

X 9.3 ELECTRICAL

Comments:

Knob and tube wiring is still in use. Recommend a licensed electrician evaluate to insure it is

safe. For more information on knob & tube wiring got to web link:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knob_and_tube_wiring

X 9.4 ROOF SHEATHING

ROOF SHEATHING: 1'' SHEATHING BOARDS

Comments:

Stains are present on plywood sheathing in areas throughout. Roofer to repair leak.


9.4 Picture 3



10. CRAWL SPACE/CELLAR

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the ins ulation and vapor retarders in unfinis hed s paces ;

the ventilation of attics and foundation areas ; the mechanical ventilation s ys tems . The ins pector s hall des cribe the ins ulation

and vapor retarders in unfinis hed s paces ; the abs ence of ins ulation in unfinis hed s paces at conditioned s urfaces . The

ins pector is NOT required to dis turb ins ulation or vapor retarders ; not determine indoor air quality.



X 10.0 ACCESS FOR CELLAR/CRAWLSPACE

Comments:

X 10.1 FOUNDATION

Comments:

Structural crack in wall at the left and right sides of the crawl space. The appearance of

settlement cracks are large enough for concern. Recommend a"Structural Engineer" to

inspect


inspect.

10.1 Picture 1

X 10.2 VISIBLE FLOOR FRAMING

Comments:

(1) Sill plate is deteriorated in the crawl space at the right side and rear side walls. Qualified

contractor to make needed repairs

10.2 Picture 1

(2) Existing floor joist repair under home at left rear corner failed to adequately replace

damaged wood with new wood members. The repairs are inadequate and should be

corrected using a licensed contractor.

(3) Several deteriorated floor joist need to be repaired. Recommend a licensed contractor to

evaluate all joist and wood members throughout the crawl space and make all appropriate

repairs.


(4) The ends of the floor joist at the right side have been improperly notched. Contractor to

evaluate and make appropriate repairs.


X 10.3 SUB-FLOOR/SHEATHING

Comments:

X 10.4 GIRDERS, PIERS, COLUMNS AND SUPPORTS

Comments:

Most all of the supports are not sitting on proper footers. The piers are leaning and appear

unstable. Recommend a qualified contractor inspect and repair as necessary.


10.4 Picture 3

X 10.5 VAPOR BARRIER ON FLOOR OF CRAWLSPACE

Comments:

X 10.6 CRAWL SPACE VENTILATION

Comments:

Open foundation vents in the spring for ventilation and close in the winter to keep out cold

air. Plumbing pipes will freeze if vents are not closed in the winter. Vents need to be opened

at the end of the winter season to allow crawl space to ventilate.

10.6 Picture 1

X 10.7 WATER INTRUSION SIGNS OR UNUSUALLY DAMP AREAS

Comments:

Crawl space floor was damp and had a small amount of standing water in areas

throughout at the time of the inspection. Correcting the grade with added dirt will need to be

done to direct water away from the crawl space. Recommend further evaluation by a

qualified contractor for necessary repairs.


X 10.8 ELECTRICAL

Comments:



11. ELECTRICAL

According to ASHI s tandards or practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the s ervice drop, the s ervice entrance conductors , cables ,

and raceways ; the s ervice equipment and main dis connects ; the s ervice grounding; the interior components of s ervice panels

and s ub panels ; the conductors ; the overcurrent protection devices ; a repres entative number of ins talled lighting fixtures ,

s witches , and receptacles ; the ground fault circuit interrupters . The ins pector s hall des cribe the amperage and voltage rating

of the s ervice; the location of main dis connect(s ) and s ub panels ; the wiring methods . The ins pector s hall report on the

pres ence of s olid conductor aluminum branch circuit wiring; on the abs ence of s moker detectors . The ins pector is NOT

required to ins pect the remote control devices unles s the device is the only control device; the alarm s ys tems and

components ; the low voltage wiring, s ys tems and components ; the ancillary wiring, s ys tems and components not a part of the

primary electrical power dis tribution s ys tem. The ins pector s hall not meas ure amperage, voltage or impedance. Licens ed

electrician to make all electrical repairs .

S=Satis factory R=Repair/Replace or Further Evaluation Needed I=Information only NI=Not Ins pected

X 11.0 SERVICE ENTRANCE



ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS: OVERHEAD, COPPER, 110 VOLTS, 220

VOLTS, 100 AMP

PANEL LOCATION: ON THE EXTERIOR

VISABLE GROUNDING: NOT VISABLE

NUMBER OF SUB-PANELS: THREE

Comments:

X 11.1 MAIN PANEL BOX

PANEL CAPACITY: 100 AMP

PANEL TYPE: BREAKERS

ELEC. PANEL MANUFACTURER: PUSH-A-MATIC

MAIN BREAKER: NONE

BRANCH WIRE 120 VOLT: COPPER

BRANCH WIRE 240 VOLT: COPPER

Comments:

The panel box may be to small for all the circuits in the house and does not have a main

disconnect. Two of the breakers have been double tapped. The panel should be checked

by a licensed electrician and replaced or repaired as needed. The meter base also needs to

be checked to insure that it is adequate for the electrical service.


X 11.2 MAIN BREAKER OR FUSES

Comments:

X 11.3 BREAKERS/ FUSES

Comments:

One of the pushamatic breakers had a hard time re-setting. Breaker may be going bad.

Electrician to evaluate.

11.3 Picture 1

X 11.4 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING

Comments: X 11.5 SWITCHES

Comments:

X 11.6 WIRING

Comments:

(1) Knob and tube wiring is still in use. Recommend a licensed electrician evaluate to insure

it is safe. For more information on knob & tube wiring got to web link:



(2) Sliced wires behind wall in the half bath need to be incased in a junction box. (wires can

be seen from the opening in the wall at the 2nd floor laundry room.

11.6 Picture 3

X 11.7 OUTLETS

Comments:


X 11.8 CEILING FANS

Comments: X 11.9 LIGHT FIXTURES

Comments:

X 11.10 SUB PANEL

SUB-PANEL LOCATION: BESIDE THE MAIN PANEL, LAUNDRY ROOM,

SECOND FLOOR CLOSET

Comments:

(1) Two 240 volt breakers are not tied together in the laundry room sub panel. Metal clips

need to be attached to the breakers. This is needed in case one side of the breaker trips

both sides will trip together.


(2) The sub panel next to the main panel has pulled loose from the wall.

11.10 Picture 3



12. PLUMBING

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the interior water s upply and dis tribution s ys tems

including all fixtures and faucets ; the drain, was te and vent s ys tems including all fixtures , the water heating equipment, the

vent s ys tems , flues , and chimneys ; the fuel s torage and fuel dis tribution s ys tems ; the drainage s umps , s ump pumps , and

related piping. The ins pector s hall des cribe the water s upply, drain, was te, and vent piping materials , the water heating

equipment including the energy s ource; the location of main water and main fuel s hut-off valves . The ins pector

is NOTrequired to ins pect the clothes was hing machine connections ; the interiors of flues or chimneys which are not readily

acces s ible; wells , well pumps , or water s torage related equipment; water conditioning s ys tems ; s olar water heating s ys tems ;

fire and lawn s prinkler s ys tems ; private was te dis pos al s ys tems . The ins pector s hall not determine whether the water s upply

and was te dis pos al s ys tems are public or private; the quantity or quality of the water s upply The ins pector s hall not operate

and was te dis pos al systems are public or private; the quantity or quality of the water s upply. The ins pector shall not operate

s afety valves or s hut-off valves . Licens ed plumber to make all plumbing repairs .



X 12.0 SUPPLY LINES

PLUMBING SUPPLY: COPPER

DISTRIBUTION: COPPER

WATER SOURCE: PUBLIC

GAS METER LOCATION: RIGHT SIDE OF THE HOUSE

Comments:

The supply lines above the half bath are leaking. Water was off at the time of the inspection

due to present leaks. Plumber to make all appropriate repairs. X 12.1 MAIN SHUT-OFF VALVE

Comments:

The main shut off is located in the crawl space.

X 12.2 HOSE BIB (FAUCET) AND SHUT OFF VALVES

Comments:

The exterior hose bibs are the frost free type. They are designed not to freeze in cold

weather. Always remove hoses in the winter.



13. WATER HEATER



X 13.0 WATER HEATER

Comments:

Not inspected. X 13.1 WATER HEATER SAFETY VALVE AND OVERFLOW PIPE

Comments:



14. GAS FURNACE

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the ins talled heating equipment; the vent s ys tems , flues ,

and chimneys . The ins pector s hall des cribe the energy s ource; the heating method by its dis tinguis hing characteris tics . The

ins pector is NOT required to ins pect the interiors of flues or chimneys which are not readily acces s ible; the heat exchanger;

the humidifier or dehumidifier; the electronic air filter; the s olar s pace heating s ys tem. The ins pector s hall not determine heat

s upply adequacy or dis tribution balance

s upply adequacy or dis tribution balance.



X 14.0 GAS FURNACE

FUEL SOURCE: GAS FURNACE TYPE:

FORCED AIR FURNACE LOCATION:

CRAWL SPACE GAS FURNACE

BRAND: GOODMAN GAS FURNACE

DATE: 1998

FILTER LOCATION: FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN

CONDENSATE LINE OR PUMP: CONDENSATE PUMP

Comments:

The furnace would not operate when the thermostat was engaged. Heating and air contractor

to evaluate and make appropriate repairs.

14.0 Picture 1

X 14.1 VENTING, FLUE PIPING

EXHAUST VENT: METAL

Comments:

The gas furnace flue pipe has been improperly ran through the roof. A proper flue cap on the

roof was not used. Metal flue pipe from the furnace needs a one inch clearance from the

plywood where it goes through the roof. Heating and air contractor to further evaluate and

make appropriate repairs

14.1 Picture 1

X 14.2 FILTER[S]

FILTER TYPE: WASHABLE

Comments:

The Filter is dirty and needs to be cleaned.

14.2 Picture 1

X 14.3 DUCTWORK

Comments: X 14.4 HEATING REGISTERS

Comments:

X 14.5 THERMOSTAT[S]

THERMOSTAT LOCATION: DINING ROOM

THERMOSTAT TYPE: DIGITAL

Comments:

The thermostat on the 1st floor needs to be secured to the wall.

14.5 Picture 1



15. HEAT PUMP

According to ASHI s tandards of practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the ins talled heating equipment; the vent s ys tems , flues ,

and chimneys . The ins pector s hall des cribe the energy s ource; the heating method by its dis tinguis hing characteris tics . The

ins pector is NOT required to ins pect the interiors of flues or chimneys which are not readily acces s ible; the heat exchanger;

the humidifier or dehumidifier; the electronic air filter; the s olar s pace heating s ys tem. The ins pector s hall not determine heat

s upply adequacy or dis tribution balance.



X 15.0 HEAT PUMP

AIR HANDLER LOCATION: 2ND FLOOR HALL CLOSET

HANDLER FLOOR CLOSET

Comments:

The heat pump would not operate when the thermostat was engaged. Heating and air

contractor to evaluate and make appropriate repairs. X 15.1 FILTER[S]

Comments:

Check the filter(s) monthly and replace as needed. Dirty filters will result in poor furnace and

A/C performance and will cause increased utility costs. It is also hard on the blower motor

and can cause the A/C to ice up and stop working. Indoor air quality will also be decreased.

15.1 Picture 1

X 15.2 THERMOSTAT[S]

Comments:

Heating and air contractor to verify that the thermostat is the right type for a heat pump

furnace.

15.2 Picture 1

X 15.3 HEATING REGISTERS

Comments: X 15.4 DUCTWORK

Comments: X 15.5 EMERGENCY HEAT

Comments: X 15.6 AIR HANDLER

Comments:



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16. A/C

According to ASHI s tandards or practice the ins pector s hall ins pect the ins talled central and through-wall cooling equipment.

The ins pector s hall des cribe the energy s ource; the cooling method by its dis tinguis hing characteris tics . The ins pector

is NOT required to ins pect electronic air filters ; nor determine cooling s upply adequacy or dis tribution balance.



X 16.0 COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT

A/C MANUFACTURER: GOODMAN, UNABLE TO DETERMINE

DATE: 1988, 1995

NUMBER OF A/C UNITS: TWO

A/C UNIT LOCATION: REAR

Comments:

Both of the A/C condensing units would not respond to the thermostats. They both need to

be evaluated by a licensed HVAC contractor.

16.0 Picture 1

X 16.1 COOLING LINES

Comments:

X 16.2 CONDENSATION LINE OR PUMP

Comments:

Unable to test.

16.2 Picture 1

X 16.3 OTHER COMMENTS

Comments:

The top of the A/C unit is loose and needs to be secured in place.

16.3 Picture 1



17. WASHER/DRYER



X 17.0 WASHER HOOK-UP

WASHER LOCATION: HALF BATH

Comments: X 17.1 DRYER HOOK-UP

DRYER LOCATION: HALF BATH

DRYER TYPE: ELECTRIC, 3 PRONG OUTLET

Comments: X 17.2 DRYER VENT

Comments:



18. MISC



X 18.0 SMOKE DETECTORS

SMOKE DETECTORS: 10 YEAR LITHIUM BATTERY SMOKE DETECTOR

INSPECTION STICKERS: ELECTRICAL

Comments:

X 18.1 INTERIOR EXCLUSIONS

Comments:

The following items could not be inspected due to the water being shut off to the house:

Water heater, Bath tubs, Sinks, Faucets, Shower heads, Toilets, Kitchen sinks,

Dishwashers, Supply lines, Drain pipes, Shut off valves and Exterior hose bibs.

X 18.2 INSPECTION STICKERS

Comments:

The furnace and water heater are missing the inspection stickers.



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Repair/Replace or Maintenance Summary


Customer

Neil Leavitt

Property Address

1111 Brookline Ave.


The following items or discoveries indicate that these systems or components do not function as intended or

adversely affects the habitability of the dwelling; or appear to warrant further investigation by a specialist, or

requires subsequent observation.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.

1. ROOF COVERINGS

1.0 SHINGLES

Repair/Replace or Further Evaluation Needed

(1) Small holes in the shingles indicate roof has had hail at some point in time. The granules are coming off

the shingles exposing the underlying felt indicating shingles are nearing the end of their useful life.

Recommend further evaluation by a qualified roofing contractor.


(3) Shingle has buckled at the rear side of the roof.

1.0 Picture 4

1.1 ROOF SHEATHING


Stains are present on 1" sheathing boards in several areas of the attic. Roofer to repair all leaks and

replace deteriorated sheathing boards.

1.2 ROLL ROOFING


Roll roofing at the front dormer has cracked, separated and improperly installed. Roll roofing will need to

be replaced. Roofer to make repairs that are needed.

1.2 Picture 1 1.2 Picture 2 1.2 Picture 3

1.2 Picture 4

1.5 VENT PIPES, AND FLUES


Plumbing vent pipe at the right rear side needs to be caulked around the perimeter of pipe and boot

where boot flange has failed.


1.6 GUTTERS


Gutters are clogged with leaves and debris. Keep gutters clean to prevent water from overflowing

gutters

gutters.


2. EXTERIOR

2.3 WALL COVERINGS


(1) Vinyl siding is missing on the left side of the house.

2.3 Picture 1

(2) Small piece of siding is missing to the right of the front porch.

2.3 Picture 2

2.4 DOORS


(1) The rear atrium door glass is broken. Repair or replace the door.

2.4 Picture 1

2.7 DOWNSPOUTS


(1) The opening around the downspouts (where they discharge in the underground tiles) need to be

cemented around to prevent debris from entering and possibly clogging the drains.

(2) Right rear downspout is missing the elbow.

2.7 Picture 1

2.9 EXTERIOR LIGHTS


The rear light fixture did not work. 3. GROUNDS

3.0 DRAINAGE


All homes experience erosion to some degree. Recommend adding dirt backfill to any low lying areas

located around the foundation, especially at the front and rear sides to ensure proper drainage from the

foundation at all times.

3.0 Picture 1

3.1 SIDEWALKS


The concrete sidewalk has settled causing edges to be uneven. This may be a trip hazard and the area

may tend to hold water with heavy rains.

3.1 Picture 1

4. PORCHES, DECKS, CARPORTS

4.1 FRONT PORCH


(1) Porches that are 30" or more from the ground are required to have a rail.

4.1 Picture 1

(2) The vinyl ceiling has pulled down at the left side of the porch.

4.1 Picture 2

6. KITCHEN

6.1 DISHWASHER


Dishwasher is missing the air gap. An air gap needs to be installed or the discharge line needs to be

looped up to the top of the sink and then connected to the drain pipe. Recommend a licensed plumber

make repairs.

8. INTERIOR ITEMS

8.0 CEILINGS


(1) Stains on the ceiling at the 2nd floor are from a roof leak. Roofer to repair.


(2) Some type of a mold/fungi was noted on the left wall and ceiling in the 2nd floor front bedroom.

Contractor to evaluate source of mold and recommend having the area treated by a company that

specializes in mold or fungi removal or treatment.


8.0 Picture 6

8.1 CEILINGS


(1) Damaged drywall in the half bath will need to be replaced.

8.1 Picture 1

(2) Several areas of the ceiling throughout the home may be deteriorated from the water leaks and have

to be replaced.


8.2 WALLS


Hairline crack noted in kitchen. Drywall crack above the half bath door needs to be evaluated by a

structural engineer.


8.4 FLOORS


The floor below the 2nd floor bath toilet is soft and deteriorated and needs to be repaired.

8.4 Picture 1

8.6 WINDOWS


(1) The half bath window has broken glass.

(2) The 2nd floor left side window is loose in the frame. Contractor to repair.


9. ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

9.3 ELECTRICAL


Knob and tube wiring is still in use. Recommend a licensed electrician evaluate to insure it is safe. For

more information on knob & tube wiring got to web link:


9.4 ROOF SHEATHING


Stains are present on plywood sheathing in areas throughout. Roofer to repair leak.


10. CRAWL SPACE/CELLAR

10.1 FOUNDATION


Structural crack in wall at the left and right sides of the crawl space. The appearance of settlement cracks

are large enough for concern. Recommend a"Structural Engineer" to inspect.


10.1 Picture 1

10.2 VISIBLE FLOOR FRAMING


(1) Sill plate is deteriorated in the crawl space at the right side and rear side walls. Qualified contractor to

make needed repairs

10.2 Picture 1

(2) Existing floor joist repair under home at left rear corner failed to adequately replace damaged wood

with new wood members. The repairs are inadequate and should be corrected using a licensed

contractor.

(3) Several deteriorated floor joist need to be repaired. Recommend a licensed contractor to evaluate all

joist and wood members throughout the crawl space and make all appropriate repairs.


(4) The ends of the floor joist at the right side have been improperly notched. Contractor to evaluate and

make appropriate repairs.


10.4 GIRDERS, PIERS, COLUMNS AND SUPPORTS


Most all of the supports are not sitting on proper footers. The piers are leaning and appear unstable.

Recommend a qualified contractor inspect and repair as necessary.

a contractor and as


10.7 WATER INTRUSION SIGNS OR UNUSUALLY DAMP AREAS


Crawl space floor was damp and had a small amount of standing water in areas throughout at the time of

the inspection. Correcting the grade with added dirt will need to be done to direct water away from the

crawl space. Recommend further evaluation by a qualified contractor for necessary repairs.


11. ELECTRICAL

11.3 BREAKERS/ FUSES


One of the pushamatic breakers had a hard time re-setting. Breaker may be going bad. Electrician to

evaluate.

11.3 Picture 1

11.6 WIRING


(1) Knob and tube wiring is still in use. Recommend a licensed electrician evaluate to insure it is safe.

For more information on knob & tube wiring got to web link:



(2) Sliced wires behind wall in the half bath need to be incased in a junction box. (wires can be seen

from the opening in the wall at the 2nd floor laundry room.

11.6 Picture 3

11.10 SUB PANEL


(1) Two 240 volt breakers are not tied together in the laundry room sub panel. Metal clips need to

be attached to the breakers. This is needed in case one side of the breaker trips both sides will trip

together.


(2) The sub panel next to the main panel has pulled loose from the wall.


11.10 Picture 3

12. PLUMBING

12.0 SUPPLY LINES


The supply lines above the half bath are leaking. Water was off at the time of the inspection due to

present leaks. Plumber to make all appropriate repairs. 14. GAS FURNACE

14.0 GAS FURNACE


The furnace would not operate when the thermostat was engaged. Heating and air contractor to evaluate

and make appropriate repairs.

14.0 Picture 1

14.1 VENTING, FLUE PIPING


The gas furnace flue pipe has been improperly ran through the roof. A proper flue cap on the roof was

not used. Metal flue pipe from the furnace needs a one inch clearance from the plywood where it goes

through the roof. Heating and air contractor to further evaluate and make appropriate repairs

14 1

14.1 Picture 1

14.2 FILTER[S]


The Filter is dirty and needs to be cleaned.

14.2 Picture 1

14.5 THERMOSTAT[S]


The thermostat on the 1st floor needs to be secured to the wall.

14.5 Picture 1

15. HEAT PUMP

15.0 HEAT PUMP


The heat pump would not operate when the thermostat was engaged. Heating and air contractor to

evaluate and make appropriate repairs.

15.2 THERMOSTAT[S]


Heating and air contractor to verify that the thermostat is the right type for a heat pump furnace.

15.2 Picture 1

16. A/C

16.0 COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT


Both of the A/C condensing units would not respond to the thermostats. They both need to be evaluated

by a licensed HVAC contractor.

16.0 Picture 1

16.3 OTHER COMMENTS


The top of the A/C unit is loose and needs to be secured in place.

16.3 Picture 1



Information Only Summary


Customer

Neil Leavitt

Property Address

1111 Brookline Ave.


2. EXTERIOR

2.8 DOWNSPOUTS

Information only

The downspouts are run underground to the storm sewers. It is beyond the scope of a home inspection

to determine if the lines are functioning properly.

2.8 Picture 1

8. INTERIOR ITEMS

8.3 FLOORS

Information only

Floors are slightly sloped on the second floor hall. Unable to determine the cause of the sloping due to

the ceilings being covered with drywall below. See Crawl Space 10.4 Girders, Piers and supports. 10. CRAWL SPACE/CELLAR

10.6 CRAWL SPACE VENTILATION

Information only

Open foundation vents in the spring for ventilation and close in the winter to keep out cold air. Plumbing

pipes will freeze if vents are not closed in the winter. Vents need to be opened at the end of the winter

pipes freeze vents not in winter. need be at end the

season to allow crawl space to ventilate.

10.6 Picture 1

12. PLUMBING

12.2 HOSE BIB (FAUCET) AND SHUT OFF VALVES

Information only

The exterior hose bibs are the frost free type. They are designed not to freeze in cold weather. Always

remove hoses in the winter.

18. MISC

18.2 INSPECTION STICKERS

Information only

The furnace and water heater are missing the inspection stickers.

General Limitations and Exclusions: Inspections performed in accordance with the American Society of Home

Inspectors are NOT technically exhaustive and will not identify concealed conditions or latent defects. The

inspector is NOT required to perform any action or make any determination unless specifically stated in these

Standards of Practice, except as may be required by lawful authority. Inspectors are NOT required to

determine the condition of systems or components which are not readily accessible; the remaining life of any

system or component; the strength, adequacy, effectiveness, or efficiency of any system or component; the

causes of any condition or deficiency; the methods, materials, or costs of corrections; future conditions including,

but not limited to failure of systems and components; the suitability of the property for any specialized use;

compliance with regulatory requirements (codes, regulations, laws, ordinances, etc.); the market value of the

property or its marketability; the advisability of the purchase of the property; the presence of potentially

hazardous plants or animals including, but not limited to wood destroying organisms or diseases harmful to

humans; the presence of any environmental hazards including, but not limited to toxins, carcinogens, noise, and

contaminants in soil, water, and air; the effectiveness of any system installed or methods utilized to control or

remove suspected hazardous substances; the operating costs of systems of components; the acoustical

properties of any system or component. Inspector are NOT required to offer or perform any act of service

contrary to law; or perform engineering services; or perform work in any trade or any professional service other

than home inspection; warranties or guarantees of any kind. Inspectors are NOT required to operate any

system or component which is shut down or otherwise inoperable; any system or component which does not

respond to normal operating controls; shut-off valves. Inspectors are NOT required to enter any area which

ill i h i i f h i lik l b d h i h d h

will,in the opinion of the inspector, likely be dangerous to the inspector or other persons or damage the property

or its systems or components, the under-floor crawl spaces or attics which are not readily accessible.

Inspectors are NOT required to inspect underground items including, but not limited to underground storage

tanks or other underground indications of their presence, whether abandoned or active; systems of components

which are not installed; decorative items, systems or components located in areas that are not entered in

accordance with the SOP's; detached structures other than garages and carports; common elements or common

areas in multi-unit housing, such as condominium properties or cooperative housing. Inspectors are NOT

required to perform any procedure or operation which will, in the opinion of the inspector, likely be dangerous

to the inspector or other persons or damage the property or its systems or components; move suspended ceiling

tiles, personal property, furniture, equipment, plants, soil, snow, ice or debris; dismantle any system or

component, except as explicitly required by these Standards of Practice.



Not Inspected Items


Customer

Neil Leavitt

Property Address

1111 Brookline Ave.


2. EXTERIOR

2.11 HOSE BIBS / FAUCETS

Not Inspected

Unable to test. 13. WATER HEATER

13.0 WATER HEATER

Not Inspected

Not inspected. 16. A/C

16.2 CONDENSATION LINE OR PUMP

Not Inspected

Unable to test.

16.2 Picture 1

18. MISC

18.1 INTERIOR EXCLUSIONS

Not Inspected

The following items could not be inspected due to the water being shut off to the house: Water heater,

Bath tubs, Sinks, Faucets, Shower heads, Toilets, Kitchen sinks, Dishwashers, Supply lines, Drain pipes,

Shut off valves and Exterior hose bibs.



Home Inspection Agreement

Inspector's Name: Darryl Willoughby Professional Member# KY Lic #2038-ASHI #247566

Company: Prochek Home Inspections, LLC E-mail: [email protected]

Address: 8404 Mckenna Way, Louisville, KY

40291 Telephone: 502-802-6336 Fax: 502-297-0055

THIS INSPECTION AGREEMENT IS INTENDED TO BE A LEGALLY BINDING CONTRACT.

PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.

Client Name (s ): Neil Leavitt Report# 201106-15B

Property Addres s : 1111 Brookline Ave.

Louis ville, KY 40215

Service Price Amount Sub-

Total

Heated Sq Ft 1,001 -

1,700 285.00 1 285.00

Termite 40.00 1 40.00

TOTAL INSPECTION FEES: 325.00

1. Client reques ts a limited vis ual ins pection of the res idential s tructure identified at the above addres s by the lis ted ins pector

of the above company, herein after collectively referred as the "Company" and Client hereby repres ents and warrants that all

approvals neces s ary have been s ecured for Company's entrance on to the property.

2. Client warrants : (a) they have read the following Agreement carefully, (b) they unders tand they are bound by all the terms of

this contract, and (c) they will read the entire ins pection report when received and promptly call the Company with any

ques tions they may have.

3. Client unders tands that the ins pection and ins pection re-port are performed and prepared for their s ole, confidential and

exclus ive us e. Client agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmles s the Company from any third party claims relating to this

ins pection or ins pection report.

4. Company agrees to perform a limited vis ual ins pection of the res idential s tructure at the above addres s and to provide Client

with a written opinion as to the apparent general condition of the s tructure's components and s ys tems , including identification

of s ignificant obs ervable deficiencies as they exis t at the time of ins pection. The ins pection will be performed in a manner

cons is tent with the s tandards of the American Society of Home Ins pectors (ASHI). A copy of thes e Standards can be viewed

at www.as hi.org.

5. The ins pection only includes thos e s ys tems and components expres s ly identified in the ins pection report. Any areas which

is not expos ed to view, is concealed, is inacces s ible becaus e of s oil, walls , floors , carpets , ceilings , furnis hings or any other

thing, or thos e areas /items which have been excluded by the ASHI s tandards and/or by agreement of the parties is not

included in this ins pection. The ins pection does not include any des tructive tes ting or dis mantling. Client agrees to as s ume all

the ris k for all conditions which are concealed from view at the time of the ins pection or exis ts in any area excluded from

ins pection by the terms of this agreement .Maintenance and other items may be dis cus s ed but will NOT form a part of the

ins pection report. The following areas /items , s ys tems and components are among thos e NOT included in the ins pection:

Code or zoning violations

mailto:[email protected]

Sys tem or component ins tallation

Permit Res earch

Structural, geological, s oil, wave action or hydrological s tability, s urvey, engineering, analys is or tes ting

Termites or other wood des troying ins ects , rodents or other pes ts , dry-rot or fungus

Latent or concealed defects

Irrigation s ys tems and lands cape lighting

As bes tos , radon gas (unles s otherwis e lis ted as an additional s ervice), lead paint, urea formaldehyde, toxic or

flammable chemicals , water or air quality, PCB's or other toxins , electromagnetic fields , underground s torage tanks ,

proximity to toxic was te s ites or other environmental or health hazards .

Private water or sewage systems

Pools , s pas , hot tubs , s aunas , s team baths , fountains or other types of or related s ys tems and components

Repair cos t es timates

Building value apprais al

Radio controlled devices

Automatic gates

Elevators , lifts , dumbwaiters

Thermos tatic or time clock controls

Water s ofteners or purifiers

Radiant heat s ys tems

Furnace heat exchanger

Solar heating s ys tems

Gas Appliances s uch as fire pits , barbecues , heaters and lamps . Main gas s hut off valve. Any gas leaks

If ins pection is des ired of any of the areas /items , s ys tems of components lis ted above, then client s hall contract the

appropriate profes s ionals .

6. Client unders tands that the ins pection and ins pection report do not cons titute a guarantee or warranty of merchantability of

fitnes s for a particular purpos e, expres s es or implied, or ins urance policy nor is it a s ubs titute for the real es tate dis clos ures

which may be required by law.

7. The written report to be prepared by Company s hall be cons idered the final exclus ive findings of the Company of the

s tructure. Client unders tands and agrees they will not rely on any oral s tatements made by the Ins pector prior to the is s uance

of the written report. Client further unders tands and agrees Company res erves the right to modify the ins pection report for a

period of time that s hall not exceed forty eight (48) hours after the ins pection report has been delivered to the client.

8. Client unders tands and agrees that any claim aris ing out of or related to any act or omis s ion of Company in connection with

the ins pection of the res idential s tructure, as limited herein, s hall be made in writing and reported to Company within ten

(10)bus ines s days of dis covery. Client further agrees to allow Company to re-ins pect the claimed dis crepancy, with exception

of emergency conditions , before Client or Client's agents employees or independent contractors repairs , replaces , alters or

modifies the claimed dis crepancy. Client unders tands and agrees that any failure to notify Company as s tated above s hall

cons titute a waiver of any and all claims Client may have agains t Company.

9. Any dis pute, controvers y, interpretation or claim including claims for, but not limited to, breach of contract, any form of

negligence, fraud or mis repres entation aris ing out of, from or related to this contract or aris ing out of, from or related to the

ins pection and ins pection report s hall be s ubmitted for final and binding arbitration. The decis ion of the Arbitrator appointed

there under s hall be final and binding and judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent juris diction.

10. It is unders tood and agreed by and between the parties here to that Company is not an ins urer, that the payment for the

s ubject ins pection is bas ed s olely on the value of the s ervice provided by the Company in the performance of a limited vis ual

ins pection of the general condition of the s tructure's s ys tems and components as des cribed in (Paragraph 4) and production

of a written ins pection report, that becaus e of the limited nature of this ins pection, the ins pection cannot be expected to

uncover all defects or deficiencies within the s tructure and that it's impracticable and extremely difficult to fix the actual

damages , if any, which may res ult from a failure to perform s uch s ervices , Thus , Client and Company agree that in the event

that Company breaches its obligation or duty to perform s uch s ervice and Client is thereby damaged, then the liability of

Company (including it's agents and employees ) s hall be limited to a s um equal to the amount of the fee paid by the cus tomer

for ins pection and report and this liability s hall be exclus ive.

11. Statutory Notice: Chapter 411 of Kentucky Revis ed Statutes contains important requirements you mus t follow before you

may file a laws uit agains t a home ins pector: "You mus t deliver to your home ins pector a written notice of any conditions you

allege your home ins pector failed to include in the home ins pection report and provide your home ins pector the opportunity to

make an offer to repair or pay for the defects . You are not obligated to accept any offer made by the home ins pector. There are

s trict deadlines and procedures under s tate law, and failure to follow them may affect your ability to file a laws uit."

12. If any portion of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator, the remaining terms

s hall remain in force between the parties

shall remain in force between the parties .

I have read, unders tand and agree to all the terms and conditions of this contract and to pay the fee lis ted.

Signature of Client: _____________________________________ Date: _____________

Email:______________________________

Signature of Ins pector: KY Licens e #2038

Copyright 2001 Housing Inspection Foundation.

Documents

Inspection Report...Louisville, KY 40215 Inspection Fee: Service Price Amount Sub-Total Heated Sq Ft 1,001 - 1,700 285.00 1 285.00 Termite 40.00 1 40.00 Tax $0.00 Total Price $325.00