Prepared by Jabuka Home Inspection Co...Roof Certification Inspection Prepared Exclusively For John Doe 1234 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield CA 93309, Inspection Date 01/30/2014 Prepared

Roof Certification InspectionPrepared Exclusively For

John Doe1234 Stockdale Hwy

Bakersfield CA 93309

,Inspection Date

01/30/2014

Prepared by

Jabuka HomeInspection Co

Inspector Sam JabukaRealtor:

03/07/2014 Page 2Inspection report Exclusively For Joe Doe

This report was prepared for the client listed above in accordance with our written agreement and is subject to the terms andconditions agreed upon therein. If you were not present during the inspection, call our office for a verbal consultation of the entire

report. Jabuka Home Inspection © 2013 All rights Reserved (661)664-8629 E-Mail [email protected] This report is not to beused for the purpose of substitute disclosure.

Report IndexRoof Inspection Information 3

Roof Inspection - Exterior 5

0TL Roof Inspection - Attic 6

0TL Roof Inspection - Roof 7

0TL Roof Inspection - Interior 9




Roof Inspection InformationIt is the client's sole responsibility to read this report in its entirety and to research any and all jurisdictionalpermits required by the local authorities regarding the property in contract before the close of escrow orsettlement. The client is to personally perform a diligent visual inspection of the property after the seller vacatesto insure that no "condition " was concealed by personal property and/or stored items while occupied ordamaged during the seller's evacuation of the building. Should any "condition " be revealed that was notaddressed within this report prior to or after the close of escrow or settlement, please contact our officeimmediately for an additional evaluation regarding such "condition ".

CLIENT & SITE INFORMATION

CLIENT NAMEJohn Doe.

LOCATION1234 Stockdale Hwy.

INSPECTED BYSam Jabuka.

WEATHER & SOILWeather conditions during theinspection: Clear, 50-60degrees, and the ground wasdry.

ATTENDING

Client(s) & and inspector.

BUYER'S AGENT

LISTING AGENT

BUILDING CHARACTERISTICS

STRUCTURE1 story single-family

residence.

MAIN ENTRYNorth.

INSPECTION METHODThe inspector walked on theroof and viewed theaccessible roofingcomponents.

ROOF COVERING(S)Materials: fiberglass/asphaltcomposition shingles.

ROOF LAYERS(S)

1 layer.

ROOF DRAINAGE

Materials: metal rain gutters.

CHIMNEY(S)/FLUE(S)Materials: stucco chimney witha metal flue.

PROPERTY INFORMATIONBUILDING STATUS

The building was not occupied during the inspection.

CONDITION DEFINITIONSREQUIRED REPAIRS

[RR] Required Repair for a Roof Certification: Conditions noted that require correctionto obtain a Roof Certification..

CORRECTIONSRECOMMENDED

[CR] Correction Recommended: Conditions noted that should be corrected, but are notrequired for a Roof Certification.




RECOMMENDED UPGRADE[RU] Recommended Upgrade: Systems or components not available or improved sincethe roof was constructed.

NOTEThe term [NOTE], where used in this report was designed to draw your attention to aspecific condition or component of a system. While corrective action may not bewarranted, we felt it was important that you be aware of its existence.

INTRODUCTORY NOTESIMPORTANT INFORMATION

[NOTE] Any statements made in the body of this inspection report pertaining to left,right, front or rear were referenced by standing in front of and facing the building.

[NOTE] We recommend inquiring about any/all municipal permits and inspectionrecords with final signatures for any changes or additions that may have been made tothe building, and/or any known conditions that may have been inadvertently left out ofdisclosure statements.

[NOTE] We recommend obtaining all receipts, documentation and warranties on theroofing materials on the building(s).

[NOTE] Photographs, when used, are simply a tool to convey our findings, they are notintended to enhance those findings or diminish any findings not photographed. Photographs do not necessarily depict all locations of the noted condition(s).

Notice to Third Parties:The inspection report is for the sole benefit and reliance ofClient named in the original report and is nontransferable. The report is a summary ofthe inspection and all consultation between Inspector and Client is issued subject to theterms, conditions and limitations under which the inspection was preformed. The terms,conditions and limitations are a part of the report and are attached hereto andincorporated by reference herein. Inspector assumes no liability for third partyinterpretation or use of the report. THIRD PARTIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO OBTAINA HOME INSPECTION FROM A QUALIFIED

ENVIRONMENTALCONCERNS

NOTE: Environmental issues include, but are not limited to, asbestos, lead paint, leadcontamination, mold, mildew, radon, toxic waste, formaldehyde, electromagneticradiation, buried fuel oil tanks, ground water contamination, soil contamination, andChinese drywall. We are not trained or licensed to recognize or analyze thesematerials. If one or more of these materials is thought to be present during theinspection or noted in this report, then a full evaluation should be conducted by aspecialist in the appropriate trade.

b. [FE] There was evidence of what appeared to be a fungal growth present. Werecommend full evaluation and/or corrections by a specialist in the appropriate trade.




Roof Inspection - ExteriorThe conditions identified during the inspection are referenced in severity by the Condition Codes listed below.

[RR] Required Repair for a Roof Certification: Conditions noted that require correction to obtain a Roof Certification..[CR] Correction Recommended: Conditions noted that should be corrected, but are not required for a Roof Certification.[RU] Recommended Upgrade: Systems or components not available or improved since the roof was constructed.

EXTERIOR CONDITIONS101 FLASHING(S)

The visible areas of the flashings appeared functional.

102 EAVE(S)/SOFFIT(S)with exceptions noted.a. [CR] There were moisturedamaged/deteriorated eave and soffitmaterials noted at the rear of thebuilding We recommend correctingthe condition(s) noted.

103 FASCIA(S)with exceptions noted.a. [CR] There weredamaged/deteriorated fasciamaterials noted at the front & rear ofthe building. We recommendcorrecting the condition(s) noted.

104 EXTERIOR TRIMwith exceptions noted.a. [CR] The trim was weathered beyond normal wear. We recommend correcting thecondition(s) noted.




0TL Roof Inspection - AtticThe conditions identified during the inspection are referenced in severity by the Condition Codes listed below.


ATTIC CONDITIONS201 ACCESS(S)

The attic was fully accessible.

202 FRAMINGwith exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains/damagewere noted on the roof framing. Thearea tested dry during the inspection. We recommend locating andcorrecting the source as well as anydamaged materials.

203 RAFTER(S)The visible areas of the rafter framing appeared functional.

204 TRUSS(S)with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains were noted on the roof trusses. This condition is conducive tomoisture intrusion and deterioration. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

205 PURLIN(S)The visible areas of the purlins and braces appeared functional.

206 COLLAR TIE(S)The visible areas of the collar ties appeared functional.

207 CEILING JOIST(S)The visible areas of the ceiling joists appeared functional.

208 SHEATHINGwith exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains were notedon the sheathing, and, framing, Thestains tested to be dry during theinspection.




0TL Roof Inspection - RoofThe conditions identified during the inspection are referenced in severity by the Condition Codes listed below.


ROOF CONDITIONS302 COMP. SHINGLE

with exceptions noted. a. [RR] There were damaged/missing shingle tabs. We recommend correcting thecondition(s) noted.

303 WOOD SHAKESwith exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were a number ofwood shakes that were broken,eroded or slipped out of placeexposing the underlayment felt to theweather. These conditions areconducive to roof leaks.

305 CONCRETE TILESwith exceptions noted.a. [RR] The roof was installed withtight valleys. Tight valley configerationreduce the flow of roof run off and isconducive to debris build up.

b. [RR] There were a number ofunsecured, displaced or improperlyfastened tiles. The underlayment feltwas exposed to the weather. Theseconditions are conducive to roofleaks.

c. [RR] There were a number ofcracked, broken and displaced tilesthroughout the roof. The underlayment felt was exposed to theweather. These conditions areconducive to roof leaks.




306 CLAY TILESwith exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were a number of cracked, broken and displaced tiles throughout theroof. The underlayment felt was exposed to the weather. These conditions areconducive to roof leaks.

309 BUILT-UP ROOFINGwith exceptions noted.a. [RR] The roof was installed by a substandard method. The method used was topnailing.

b. [RR] The roofing surface shows blistering. This is caused from poor adhesionbetween the underlayment and roofing cap sheet.

c. [CR] Evidence of ponding was noted. The presence of shallow ponds of water is notunusual. Regular maintenance of the areas is vital to prevent the build-up of vegetation,debris, sagging and possible damage to the roof.

311 FLASHING(S)with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The mastic used to seal some of the roof connections and penetrations wascracked. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

312 FLUE PIPE(S)with exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were missing flue pipe cap(s). We recommend correcting thecondition(s) noted.

313 SKYLIGHT(S)with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The skylight(s) lens(s) werecracked/damaged. We recommendcorrecting the condition(s) noted.

314 CHIMNEY(S)There was a spark arrester installed.

315 ROOF DRAINAGEwith exceptions noted.a. [RU] There were no rain gutters to control roof runoff. We recommend correctingthe condition(s) noted.




0TL Roof Inspection - InteriorThe conditions identified during the inspection are referenced in severity by the Condition Codes listed below.


INTERIOR CONDITIONS401 WALL(S)/CEILING(S)

with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture/stains were notedon the ceiling. The area tested dryduring the inspection. We recommendcorrecting the condition(s) noted.




RECOMMENDED CORRECTIONS

Read The Inspection Report

This document is provided for the benefit of the client(s) listed above and does not constitute a report, and may not list allof the conditions observed during the inspection. The client is directed to Read The Inspection Report as stated in theinspection agreement. We recommend that each of the conditions listed below be further evaluated and/or corrected by

specialists in the appropriated trade. The items listed have been coded for your ease of review.

[SC] Safety Concern [FE] Further Evaluation [CR] Corrections Recommended [RU] Recommended Upgrades

Roof Inspection - ExteriorEXTERIOR CONDITIONS102 EAVE(S)/SOFFIT(S) with exceptions noted.a. [CR] There were moisture damaged/deteriorated eave and soffit materials noted at the rear of the building Werecommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

103 FASCIA(S) with exceptions noted.a. [CR] There were damaged/deteriorated fascia materials noted at the front & rear of the building. Werecommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

104 EXTERIOR TRIM with exceptions noted.a. [CR] The trim was weathered beyond normal wear. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

0TL Roof Inspection - AtticATTIC CONDITIONS202 FRAMING with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains/damage were noted on the roof framing. The area tested dry during the inspection. Werecommend locating and correcting the source as well as any damaged materials.

204 TRUSS(S) with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains were noted on the roof trusses. This condition is conducive to moisture intrusion anddeterioration. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

208 SHEATHING with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture stains were noted on the sheathing, and, framing, The stains tested to be dry during theinspection.

0TL Roof Inspection - RoofROOF CONDITIONS




302 COMP. SHINGLE with exceptions noted. a. [RR] There were damaged/missing shingle tabs. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

303 WOOD SHAKES with exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were a number of wood shakes that were broken, eroded or slipped out of place exposing theunderlayment felt to the weather. These conditions are conducive to roof leaks.

305 CONCRETE TILES with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The roof was installed with tight valleys. Tight valley configeration reduce the flow of roof run off and isconducive to debris build up.

b. [RR] There were a number of unsecured, displaced or improperly fastened tiles. The underlayment felt wasexposed to the weather. These conditions are conducive to roof leaks.

c. [RR] There were a number of cracked, broken and displaced tiles throughout the roof. The under layment feltwas exposed to the weather. These conditions are conducive to roof leaks.

306 CLAY TILES with exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were a number of cracked, broken and displaced tiles throughout the roof. The underlayment feltwas exposed to the weather. These conditions are conducive to roof leaks.

309 BUILT-UP ROOFING with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The roof was installed by a substandard method. The method used was top nailing.

b. [RR] The roofing surface shows blistering. This is caused from poor adhesion between the underlayment androofing cap sheet.

c. [CR] Evidence of ponding was noted. The presence of shallow ponds of water is not unusual. Regularmaintenance of the areas is vital to prevent the build-up of vegetation, debris, sagging and possible damage to theroof.

311 FLASHING(S) with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The mastic used to seal some of the roof connections and penetrations was cracked. We recommendcorrecting the condition(s) noted.

312 FLUE PIPE(S) with exceptions noted.a. [RR] There were missing flue pipe cap(s). We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

313 SKYLIGHT(S) with exceptions noted.a. [RR] The skylight(s) lens(s) were cracked/damaged. We recommend correcting the condition(s) noted.

0TL Roof Inspection - InteriorINTERIOR CONDITIONS401 WALL(S)/CEILING(S) with exceptions noted.a. [CR] Moisture/stains were noted on the ceiling. The area tested dry during the inspection. We recommendcorrecting the condition(s) noted.




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Prepared by Jabuka Home Inspection Co...Roof Certification Inspection Prepared Exclusively For John Doe 1234 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield CA 93309, Inspection Date 01/30/2014 Prepared