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Inspection Report

Prepared For:
April Messner

Property Address:
3721 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95864

Central Valley Inspection

Jim Lishman
5147 Melvin Dr.
Carmichael, CA 95608
916-267-8805

Date: 1/12/2006

Time: 11:15 AM

Report ID: 011206A

Property:
3721 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95864

Customer:
April Messner

Real Estate Professional:
Karen Saenz
Coldwell Banker

Client Is Present:
Yes

Age Of Home:
41 Years

Radon Test:
No

Water Test:
No

Weather:
Clear

Temperature:
Below 65

Rain in last 3 days:
Yes

ROOFING

The home inspector shall observe: Roof covering; Roof drainage systems; Flashings; Skylights, Chimneys, and roof penetrations; and Signs of' leaks or abnormal condensation on building components.The home inspector shall: Describe the type of roof covering materials; and Report the methods used to observe the roofing.The home inspector is not required to: Walk on the roofing; or Observe attached accessories including but not limited to solar systems, antennae, and lightning arrestors.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
1.0	ARE THERE ANY NOTICEABLE SWAYS OR SAGS IN THE ROOF SHEATHING			X
1.1	ARE THERE MULTIPLE LAYERS OF ROOF COVERINGS			X
1.2	DOES THE ROOF COVERING APPEAR TO BE IN SERVICEABLE CONDITION	X
1.3	IS DRIP EDGE INSTALLED ALONG ROOF PERIMETER	X
1.4	FLASHINGS		X
1.5	ROOF VENTILATION		X
1.6	SKYLIGHTS, CHIMNEYS AND ROOF PENETRATIONS		X
1.7	CONDITION OF RAIN GUTTERS		X
1.8	ARE DOWNSPOUTS OR DRAINAGE PROVIDED PROPERLY	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
VIEWED ROOF FROM:
GROUND
LADDER

ROOF-TYPE:
GABLE

ROOF COVERING:
COMPOSITON SHINGLES

VENTILATION:
GABLE VENTS
EAVE VENTS

CHIMNEY:
BRICK

EAVES AND TRIM

The home inspector shall observe: Wall cladding, Flashings, and Trim; Eaves, Soffits, and Fascias; The home inspector shall: Describe wall cladding materials; Probe exterior wood components where deterioration is suspected. The home inspector is not required to: Move personal items, panels, furniture, equipment, plant life, soil, snow, ice or debris that obstructs access or visibility.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
2.0	CONDITION OF SOFFIT, FASCIA, TRIM AND EAVES		X
2.1	CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS, FLASHING		X		X
2.2	FOUNDATION WALLS AND MORTAR JOINTS (exterior)		X
2.3	IS OUTSIDE ACCESS TO BASEMENT RODENT PROOF	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
SIDING STYLE:
LAP
RVB (REVERSE BOARD AND BATTEN)

SIDING MATERIAL:
WOOD

Comments:

2.1 Siding seperated by east gable vent. Potential for water intrusion in attic.

2.1 Picture 1

DECKS, PATIOS and PORCHES, CARPORT

The home inspector shall observe: Decks, Balconies, Stoops, Steps, Areaways, Porches and applicable railings.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
3.0	WHAT IS THE CONDITION OF PORCH OR PATIO		X
3.1	DECKS, STAIRS AND HANDRAILS OR BALCONIES		X		X
3.2	PATIO CONCRETES CONDITION.		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Comments:

3.1 Deck fence outside family room sliding door is water damaged and the gate latch needs repairing. Suggest removing soil around the bottom of support posts and removing damaged railing by air condition units. Advise adding hand rails to steps leading to pool area.

3.1 Picture 1

3.1 Picture 2

WINDOWS

The home inspector shall observe Entryway doors and a representative number of windows. Operate all entryway doors and a representative number of windows. The home inspector is not required to observe: Storm windows, storm doors, screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories; Presence of safety glazing in doors and windows.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
4.0	OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF WINDOWS OR SKYLIGHTS		X		X
4.1	SLIDING GLASS DOOR OR PATIO DOORS		X		X
4.2	CONDITION OF EXTERIOR ENTRY DOORS		X
4.3	STORM DOOR AND SCREEN DOOR(S) CONDITION					X
4.4	IS DOOR CHIME OPERATIONAL	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
ENTRY DOORS:
WOOD

INTERIOR DOORS:
WOOD

WINDOWS:
WOOD

WINDOW TYPES:
DUAL PANE

Comments:

4.0 The two windows, to the right of the front door, showed signs of condensation between the dual panes at time of inspection. Seals are probably worn. Several window screens are missing on the south side. There was no fogging or condensation in other windows at the time of inspection so the seals appear to be intact.

4.0 Picture 1

4.1 Sliding glass door and screen door in family room are difficult to slide. Might only need servicing.

Attached Garage

The home inspector shall observe: Garage door operators; Operate garage doors manually or by using permanently installed controls for any garage door operator; Report whether or not any garage door operator will automatically reverse or stop when meeting reasonable resistance during closing. The home inspector is not required to observe: Garage door operator remote control transmitters.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
5.0.A	GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS		X
5.1.A	DOES THE GARAGE DOORS"REVERSE" WITH RESISTANCE	X
5.2.A	CONDITION OF GARAGE DOOR		X
5.3.A	ARE THERE FIRE RESISTANT SEPARATION WALLS, CEILINGS, AND DOORS BETWEEN A DWELLING UNIT AND AN ATTACHED GARAGE	X
5.4.A	ANY EXPOSED WIRING IN GARAGE LOWER THAN 7 FEET FROM GARAGE FLOOR OR UNSAFE CONDITIONS			X
5.5.A	ADDITIONAL COMMENTS			X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
OPENER MANUFACTURER:
OVERHEAD DOOR

GARAGE DOOR MATERIAL:
METAL

TYPE:
TWO AUTOMATIC

Detached Garage

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
5.0.B	GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS						X
5.1.B	DOES THE GARAGE DOORS"REVERSE" WITH RESISTANCE						X
5.2.B	CONDITION OF GARAGE DOOR						X
5.3.B	ARE THERE FIRE RESISTANT SEPARATION WALLS, CEILINGS, AND DOORS BETWEEN A DWELLING UNIT AND AN ATTACHED GARAGE						X
5.4.B	ANY EXPOSED WIRING IN GARAGE LOWER THAN 7 FEET FROM GARAGE FLOOR OR UNSAFE CONDITIONS						X
5.5.B	ADDITIONAL COMMENTS	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
GARAGE DOOR MATERIAL:
METAL

Comments:

5.5.B Did not inspect the detached garage. Locked at time of inspection.

DRIVEWAY, SIDEWALKS AND LANDSCAPING

The home inspector shall observe: vegetation, grading, drainage, driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls with respect to their effect on the condition of the building. The home inspector is not required to observe: Fences; Geological conditions; Soil conditions; Recreational facilities (including spas, saunas, steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, playground equipment, and other exercise, entertainment, or athletic facilities); Detached buildings or structures; or Presence or condition of buried fuel storage tanks.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
6.0	DOES LANDSCAPE FAVOR PROPER DRAINAGE	X
6.1	WALKWAY AND DRIVEWAY		X
6.2	CONDITION OF RETAINING WALL(S)		X
6.3	ANY INFREQUENTLY FOUND DISCOVERIES			X
6.4	CONDITION OF FENCING		X		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
DRIVEWAY:

Comments:

6.4 Sections of front fence are water damaged. Dead bolt and latch on the front entrance gate are damaged and do not operate as designed.

6.4 Picture 1

6.4 Picture 2

SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND EQUIPMENT

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
7.0	OPERATIONAL CONDITION OF POOL		X
7.1	TILES, SURFACE WALLS and FLOOR, STEPS and COPING		X
7.2	PERMANENT ACCESSORIES (ladders,steps,diving board,rails etc.)		X
7.3	PUMP, FILTERATION, VISIBLE WATER LINES		X
7.4	ELECTRICAL ( light, panel, grounding, GFCI for light)		X
7.5	HEATING EQUIPMENT (operating and safety controls)		X
7.6	GAS SHUT OFF PRESENT AND ACCESSIBLE	X
7.7	DO THE JETS AND BLOWER OPERATE FOR THE SPA	X
7.8	DECKING		X
7.9	SAFETY BARRIERS		X		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Comments:

7.0

7.0 Picture 1

7.9 Latch on gate to equipment area needs repairing . All gates need to be self-closing and have a self latching device at least 54" high. Check local jurisdiction and insurance carrier.

7.9 Picture 1

KITCHEN and BREAKFAST NOOK (overall)

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
8.0	CEILINGS		X
8.1	WALLS		X
8.2	FLOORS		X
8.3	DOORS		X
8.4	WINDOWS		X
8.5	OUTLET AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
TILE

KITCHEN and COMPONENTS

The home inspector shall observe Counters and a representative number of installed cabinets; and operate the basic functions of the following kitchen appliances: Permanently installed dishwasher, through its normal cycle; Range, cook top, and permanently installed oven; Trash compactor; Garbage disposal; Ventilation equipment or range hood; and Permanently installed microwave oven. The home inspector is not required to observe: Clocks, timers, self-cleaning oven function, or thermostats for calibration or automatic operation; Non built-in appliances; or Refrigeration units. The home inspector is not required to operate: Appliances in use; or Any appliance that is shut down or otherwise inoperable.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
9.0	CONDITION OF PLUMBING UNDER SINK		X
9.1	KITCHEN FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES (over-all)		X
9.2	ARE CUT-OFF VALVES UNDER SINK	X
9.3	FAUCET AND SPRAY NOZZLE CONDITION		X
9.4	IS DISPOSER OPERATIONAL	X
9.5	COOKTOP/OVEN OR RANGE OPERATIONAL	X
9.6	RANGE VENTILATION OPERATIONAL	X
9.7	IS THE OUTLET FOR REFRIGERATOR 3 PRONG GROUNDED OR ACCESSIBLE	X
9.8	ARE THE OUTLETS WITHIN SIX FEET OF THE SINK GFCI			X
9.9	CABINETS CONDITION		X
9.10	CONDITION OF COUNTERTOP		X
9.11	IS DISHWASHER OPERATIONAL	X
9.12	WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS		X		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CABINETRY:
WOOD

COUNTERTOP:
TILE

DISHWASHER:
MIELE

RANGE/OVEN:
CREDA
GENERAL ELECTRIC

EXHAUST/RANGE:
BROAN

WASHER DRAIN SIZE:
2" DIAMETER

DRYER VENT:
FLEXIBLE METAL

DRYER POWER SOURCE:
22O ELECTRIC

Comments:

9.8 Advise upgrading kitchen counter outlets to GFCI outlets.

9.12 Dryer outlet loose at wall.

9.12 Picture 1

FORMAL DINING ROOM

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
10.0	CEILING		X
10.1	WALLS		X
10.2	FLOOR		X
10.3	DOORS		X
10.4	WINDOWS		X
10.5	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
CARPET

LIVING ROOM

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
11.0	CEILING		X
11.1	WALLS		X
11.2	FLOORS		X
11.3	FRONT DOOR		X
11.4	WINDOWS		X
11.5	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
CARPET

FAMILY ROOM

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
12.0.A	CEILING		X
12.1.A	WALLS		X
12.2.A	FLOORS		X
12.3.A	DOORS		X		X
12.4.A	WINDOWS		X
12.5.A	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
12.6.A	WET BAR		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIALS:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
CARPET

Comments:

12.3.A Sliding door to deck is difficult to operate. Suggest sevice and repair by a qualified technician.

WINE CELLAR

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
12.0.B	CEILING		X
12.1.B	WALLS		X
12.2.B	FLOORS		X
12.3.B	DOORS		X
12.4.B	WINDOWS		X
12.5.B	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X		X
12.6.B	WET BAR					X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIALS:
WOOD

WALL MATERIAL:
BLOCK

FLOOR COVERING:
CONCRETE SLAB

Comments:

12.5.B Ceiling light not functioning at trime of inspection.

12.5.B Picture 1

SUN ROOM

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
12.0.C	CEILING		X		X
12.1.C	WALLS		X
12.2.C	FLOORS		X
12.3.C	DOORS		X
12.4.C	WINDOWS		X
12.5.C	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
12.6.C	WET BAR					X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIALS:
WOOD

WALL MATERIAL:
EXTERIOR WOOD SIDING

FLOOR COVERING:
FINISHED CONCRETE

Comments:

12.0.C Both ceiling fans make excessive noise.

BEDROOMS

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
13.0	CEILING		X
13.1	WALLS		X
13.2	FLOORS		X
13.3	DOORS		X
13.4	WINDOWS		X
13.5	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
CARPET

CLOSET DOORS:
BIFOLDS

HALL BATHROOM AND COMPONENTS

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
14.0.A	CONDITION OF SINK BASE AND CABINETRY		X
14.1.A	CONDITION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES		X
14.2.A	ARE CUT-OFF VALVES UNDER SINK AND TOILET	X
14.3.A	DOES SINK PLUMBING OPERATE PROPERLY	X
14.4.A	SINK FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE		X		X
14.5.A	DOES TOILET OPERATE PROPERLY	X
14.6.A	DOES SHOWER/BATH DRAIN PROPERLY	X
14.7.A	SHOWER AND TUB FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE		X
14.8.A	CAULKING ALONG PERIMETER OF TUB/SHOWER AND FLOOR	X
14.9.A	EXHAUST FAN		X
14.10.A	CEILING		X
14.11.A	FLOORS		X
14.12.A	WALLS		X
14.13.A	WINDOWS		X
14.14.A	DOORS		X
14.15.A	ARE OUTLETS GFCI PROTECTED			X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
TILE

Comments:

14.4.A Faucet leaks and base gasket not seated properly at the sink to the right.

14.4.A Picture 1

14.15.A Advise upgrading to a GFCI outlets.

MASTER BATHROOM AND COMPONENTS

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
14.0.B	CONDITION OF SINK BASE AND CABINETRY		X
14.1.B	CONDITION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES		X
14.2.B	ARE CUT-OFF VALVES UNDER SINK AND TOILET	X
14.3.B	DOES SINK PLUMBING OPERATE PROPERLY	X
14.4.B	SINK FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE		X
14.5.B	DOES TOILET OPERATE PROPERLY	X
14.6.B	DOES SHOWER/BATH DRAIN PROPERLY	X
14.7.B	SHOWER AND TUB FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE		X
14.8.B	CAULKING ALONG PERIMETER OF TUB/SHOWER AND FLOOR	X
14.9.B	EXHAUST FAN		X
14.10.B	CEILING		X
14.11.B	FLOORS		X
14.12.B	WALLS		X
14.13.B	WINDOWS		X
14.14.B	DOORS		X
14.15.B	ARE OUTLETS GFCI PROTECTED	X		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
EXHAUST FAN TYPES:

CEILING MATERIAL:

WALL MATERIAL:

FLOOR COVERING:

Comments:

14.2.B Rust on shut off valve under the sink nearest the tub. Not currently leaking. Advise replacement.

14.2.B Picture 1

14.15.B One outlet near the sink is GFCI protected. Advise upgrading other outlet.

HALF BATHS (2) AND COMPONENTS

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
14.0.C	CONDITION OF SINK BASE AND CABINETRY		X
14.1.C	CONDITION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES		X
14.2.C	ARE CUT-OFF VALVES UNDER SINK AND TOILET	X
14.3.C	DOES SINK PLUMBING OPERATE PROPERLY	X
14.4.C	SINK FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE		X
14.5.C	DOES TOILET OPERATE PROPERLY		X
14.6.C	DOES SHOWER/BATH DRAIN PROPERLY					X
14.7.C	SHOWER AND TUB FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE					X
14.8.C	CAULKING ALONG PERIMETER OF TUB/SHOWER AND FLOOR					X
14.9.C	EXHAUST FAN	X
14.10.C	CEILING		X
14.11.C	FLOORS		X
14.12.C	WALLS		X
14.13.C	WINDOWS		X
14.14.C	DOORS		X
14.15.C	ARE OUTLETS GFCI PROTECTED	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
CEILING MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

WALL MATERIAL:
SHEETROCK

FLOOR COVERING:
TILE

Comments:

14.15.C Advise upgrading to a GFCI outlet in bath off laundry room.

INTERIOR STAIRS

The home inspector shall observe: Steps, stairways, balconies, and railings

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
15.0	STEPS, STAIRWAYS, BALCONIES AND RAILINGS		X
15.1	ARE STEPS UNIFORM IN HEIGHT	X
15.2	ARE GUARDRAILS SECURE	X
15.3	ARE PICKETS SPACED 4 INCHES APART OR LESS (Safety issue for children)	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Comments:

15.3 complimentary view

15.3 Picture 1

ELECTRICAL

The home inspector shall observe: Service entrance conductors; Service equipment, grounding equipment, main overcurrent device, and main and distribution panels; Amperage and voltage ratings of the service; Branch circuit conductors, their overcurrent devices, and the compatibility of their ampacities and voltages; The operation of a representative number of installed ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls; The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures; The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters; and Smoke detectors. The home inspector shall describe: Service amperage and voltage; Service entry conductor materials; Service type as being overhead or underground; and Location of main and distribution panels. The home inspector shall report any observed aluminum branch circuit wiring. The home inspector shall report on presence or absence of smoke detectors, and operate their test function, if accessible, except when detectors are part of a central system. The home inspector is not required to: Insert any tool, probe, or testing device inside the panels; Test or operate any overcurrent device except ground fault circuit interrupters; Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels; or Observe: Low voltage systems; Security system devices, heat detectors, or carbon monoxide detectors; Telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electrical distribution system; or Built-in vacuum equipment.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
16.0	SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS		X
16.1	SERVICE AND GROUNDING EQUIPMENT, MAIN OVERCURRENT DEVICE, MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS		X
16.2	BOND WIRE FROM ELEC PANEL TO METAL PLUMBING		X
16.3	DOES THE METERBASE HAVE A GROUND WIRE.	X
16.4	CONDITION OF WIRING, CIRCUITS, OR FUSES INSIDE MAIN PANEL (Branch circuit conductors, Over-current devices, and compatibility of their amperage and voltage)		X
16.5	ARE THE CIRCUITS OR FUSES LABELED CLEARLY			X
16.6	LOCATION OF MAIN AND DISTRIBUTION PANELS		X
16.7	ARE SMOKE DETECTORS PRESENT IN HOME	X
16.8	CONNECTED DEVICES, FIXTURES OR LOOSE WIRING (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)		X		X
16.9	POLARITY AND GROUNDING OF RECEPTACLES WITHIN 6 FEET OF INTERIOR PLUMBING FIXTURES, AND ALL RECEPTACLES IN GARAGE, CARPORT, EXTERIOR WALLS OF INSPECTED STRUCTURE		X
16.10	OPERATION OF GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS)		X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
PANEL CAPACITY:
200 AMP

PANEL TYPE:
CIRCUITS

ELEC. PANEL MANUFACTURER:
GENERAL ELECTRIC

WIRING METHODS:
ROMEX

BRANCH WIRE 15 and 20 AMP:
COPPER

Comments:

16.8 Outlet to the right of the front porch is loose at the wall and needs to be flush ,with a seal, to eliminate water intrusion.

Weather cover missing on outlet in pool area.

16.8 Picture 1

16.8 Picture 2

STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

The Home Inspector shall observe and report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components; and structural components including foundations, floors, walls, columns or piers, ceilings and roof. The home inspector shall describe the type of Foundation, floor structure, wall structure, columns or piers, ceiling structure, roof structure. The home inspector shall: Probe structural components where deterioration is suspected; Move insulation where readily visible evidence indicates the need to do so; and Move insulation where plumbing drain/waste pipes penetrate floors, adjacent to earth filled stoops or porches, and at exterior doors; Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except when access is obstructed, when entry could damage the property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected; Report the methods used to observe under floor crawl spaces and attics; and Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components. The home inspector is not required to: Enter any area or perform any procedure that may damage the property or it's components or be dangerous to or adversely effect the health of the home inspector or other persons.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
17.0	FOUNDATION WALLS		X
17.1	FLOOR STRUCTURE		X
17.2	GIRDERS, PIERS, COLUMNS AND SUPPORTS		X
17.3	IS BASEMENT FLOOR CONCRETE SLAB					X
17.4	IS THERE A VAPOR BARRIER ON DIRT FLOOR OF CRAWLSPACE			X
17.5	IS BASEMENT OR CRAWLSPACE CEILING INSULATED			X
17.6	ANY DEBRIS IN BASEMENT OR CRAWLSPACE			X
17.7	ARE THERE FOUNDATION VENTS OR WINDOWS	X
17.8	ANY WET OR UNUSUALLY DAMP AREA			X
17.9	SUMP PUMP					X
17.10	WERE SOME AREAS OF BASEMENT OR CRAWLSPACE INACCESSIBLE			X
17.11	ANY UNSAFE CONDITIONS			X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
METHOD USED TO OBSERVE CRAWLSPACE:
FROM ENTRY
CRAWLED

FLOOR STRUCTURE:
WOOD JOISTS

WALL STRUCTURE:
WOOD

ATTIC AND ROOF STRUCTURE

The home inspector shall observe: Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces; Ventilation of attics and foundation areas; Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting systems; and the operation of any readily accessible attic ventilation fan, and, when temperature permits, the operation of any readily accessible thermostatic control. The home inspector shall describe: Insulation in unfinished spaces; and Absence of insulation in unfinished space at conditioned surfaces.The home inspector is not required to report on: Concealed insulation and vapor retarders; or Venting equipment that is integral with household appliances. The home inspector is not required to disturb insulation except when readily visible evidence indicates the need to do so; and Move insulation where chimneys penetrate roofs.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
18.0	IS THERE AN ATTIC ACCESS	X
18.1	IS INSULATION IN ATTIC	X
18.2	DOES RAFTERS APPEAR TO BE IN GOOD CONDITION	X
18.3	ARE THERE ANY VISIBLE SIGNS OF LEAKS OR ABNORMAL CONDENSATION			X
18.4	IS THERE CROSS-VENTILATION	X
18.5	ARE THERE ANY VISIBLE SIGNS OF DETERIORATION			X
18.6	ARE THERE ANY DEBRIS IN ATTIC			X
18.7	ARE THERE ANY VISIBLE UNSAFE ELECTRICAL WIRING IN ATTIC			X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
ATTIC INFO:
SCUTTLE HOLE

INSULATION:
BLOWN

R- VALUE:
R-19 OR BETTER

ROOF STRUCTURE:
2 X 6 RAFTERS

CEILING STRUCTURE:
2X6

PLUMBING

The home inspector shall observe: Interior water supply and distribution system, including: piping materials, supports, and insulation; fixtures and faucets; functional flow; leaks; and cross connections; Interior drain, waste, and vent system, including: traps; drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks; and functional drainage; Hot water systems including: water heating equipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls; and chimneys, flues, and vents; Fuel storage and distribution systems including: interior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, and supports; leaks; and Sump pumps.The home inspector shall describe: Water supply and distribution piping materials; Drain, waste, and vent piping materials; Water heating equipment; and Location of main water supply shutoff device. The home inspector shall operate all plumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance.The home inspector is not required to: State the effectiveness of anti-siphon devices; Determine whether water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private; Operate automatic safety controls; Operate any valve except water closet flush valves, fixture faucets, and hose faucets; Observe: Water conditioning systems; Fire and lawn sprinkler systems; On-site water supply quantity and quality; On-site waste disposal systems; Foundation irrigation systems; Spas, except as to functional flow and functional drainage; Swimming pools; Solar water heating equipment; or Observe the system for proper sizing, design, or use of proper materials.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
19.0	INTERIOR WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES		X
19.1	INTERIOR DRAIN, WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS		X
19.2	ANY LEAKS OR CROSS-CONNECTIONS ON SUPPLY OR WASTE LINES			X
19.3	FUNCTIONAL FLOW (water pressure and volume)		X
19.4	WAS THE MAIN WATER VALVE LOCATED	X
19.5	WATER HEATER		X
19.6	IS WATER HEATER WIRING SECURED PROPERLY	X
19.7	IS THE T&P VALVE PIPED WITHIN 6 INCHES OF GROUND	X
19.8	SEISMIC STRAP INSTALLED FOR WATER HEATER (applies to earthquake areas)	X
19.9	CONDITION OF VENT PIPE		X
19.10	FUEL STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (Interior fuel storage, piping, venting, supports, leaks)					X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
PLUMBING SUPPLY:
COPPER

DISTRIBUTION:
COPPER

PLUMBING WASTE:
ABS

WATER SOURCE:
PUBLIC

WATER HEATER POWER SOURCE:
GAS (QUICK RECOVERY)

CAPACITY:
50 GAL (2-3 PEOPLE)

MANUFACTURER:
AMERICAN

HEATING

The home inspector shall observe permanently installed heating systems including: Heating equipment; Normal operating controls; Automatic safety controls; Chimneys, flues, and vents, where readily visible; Solid fuel heating devices; Heat distribution systems including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units, convectors; and the presence of an installed heat source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy source; and Heating equipment and distribution type.The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls.The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance. The home inspector is not required to: Operate heating systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Operate automatic safety controls; Ignite or extinguish solid fuel fires; or Observe: The interior of flues; Fireplace insert flue connections; Humidifiers; Electronic air filters; or The uniformity or adequacy of heat supply to the various rooms.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
20.0	THERMOSTATS CONDITION		X
20.1	IS THERE A HUMIDIFIER					X
20.2	HEATING EQUIPMENT		X		X
20.3	COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY		X
20.4	NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS		X
20.5	AUTOMATIC SAFETY CONTROLS		X
20.6	CHIMNEYS, FLUES AND VENTS (FOR FURNACE)		X
20.7	HEAT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)		X
20.8	IS THERE PRESENCE OF INSTALLED HEAT SOURCE IN EACH ROOM	X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
NUMBER OF HEAT SYSTEMS (excluding wood):
TWO

FUEL SOURCE:
GAS

HEAT TYPE:
FORCED AIR

HEAT SYSTEM BRAND:
PAYNE
MUELLAN

FILTER TYPE:
Missing

DUCTWORK:
NON-INSULATED

Comments:

20.2 Front of heater downstairs has been removed and no accessible return filter could be located.. Screen shoud be\installed ,where the heat vent passes thru the ceiling. to keep pests out. Upstairs unit is missing filter and the heat exchanger is rusting. Ducting under the house has no external insulation. Rust at the top of the heat exchanger is a sign of possible condensation due to a venting deficiency. Because off these issues and the age of the units, it is recommended to have the entire HVAC system inspected, repaired and serviced by a qualified, licensed HVAC technician.

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20.2 Picture 2

20.2 Picture 3

20.2 Picture 4

20.2 Picture 5

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

The home inspector shall observe: Central air conditioning and permanently installed cooling systems including: Cooling and air handling equipment; and Normal operating controls. Distribution systems including: Fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with associated supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, fan-coil units; and The presence of an installed cooling source in each room. The home inspector shall describe: Energy sources; and Cooling equipment type. The home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls. The home inspector shall open readily openable access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance The home inspector is not required to: Observe window air conditioners; or Operate cooling systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage; Observe non-central air conditioners; or Observe the uniformity or adequacy of cool-air supply to the various rooms.

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
21.0	THERMOSTATS CONDITION		X
21.1	COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT						X
21.2	NORMAL OPERATING CONTROLS
21.3	CONDENSATION LINE OR PUMP'S CONDITION
21.4	DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors)
21.5	IS THERE PRESENCE OF INSTALLED COOLING SOURCE IN EACH ROOM
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
NUMBER OF A/C UNITS:
TWO

CENTRAL AIR MANUFACTURER:
PAYNE

Comments:

21.1 A/C was not tested for proper operation due to the outside air temperature of 65 degrees or less. We did not inspect this unit (S).

FIREPLACES

		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI
22.0	FIREPLACE OR SOLID FUEL BURNING DEVICES		X
22.1	CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES		X
22.2	IS THERE A DAMPER	X
22.3	CONDITION OF HEARTH, MANTLE AND WALL		X
22.4	DO THE FIRE-BRICK WALLS APPEAR TO NEED MORTAR OR REPAIR			X
22.5	WAS LINER INSPECTED OR FULLY VISIBLE FROM END TO END			X
		Y	IN	N	RR	NP	NI

Y=Yes, IN=INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, N=No, RR=REPAIR OR REPLACE, NP=NOT PRESENT, NI=NOT INSPECTED

Styles & Materials
TYPES OF FIREPLACES:
CONVENTIONAL
GAS/LP LOG STARTER

OPERABLE FIREPLACES:
TWO

General Summary

Central Valley Inspection

5147 Melvin Dr.
Carmichael, CA 95608
916-267-8805
jlish@surewest.net

Customer
April Messner

Property Address
3721 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95864

EAVES AND TRIM

2.1	CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS, FLASHING
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Siding seperated by east gable vent. Potential for water intrusion in attic.

DECKS, PATIOS and PORCHES, CARPORT

3.1	DECKS, STAIRS AND HANDRAILS OR BALCONIES
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Deck fence outside family room sliding door is water damaged and the gate latch needs repairing. Suggest removing soil around the bottom of support posts and removing damaged railing by air condition units. Advise adding hand rails to steps leading to pool area.

WINDOWS

4.0	OUTSIDE APPEARANCE OF WINDOWS OR SKYLIGHTS
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	The two windows, to the right of the front door, showed signs of condensation between the dual panes at time of inspection. Seals are probably worn. Several window screens are missing on the south side. There was no fogging or condensation in other windows at the time of inspection so the seals appear to be intact.
4.1	SLIDING GLASS DOOR OR PATIO DOORS
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Sliding glass door and screen door in family room are difficult to slide. Might only need servicing.

Detached Garage

5.5.B	ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
	Yes
	Did not inspect the detached garage. Locked at time of inspection.

DRIVEWAY, SIDEWALKS AND LANDSCAPING

6.4	CONDITION OF FENCING
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Sections of front fence are water damaged. Dead bolt and latch on the front entrance gate are damaged and do not operate as designed.

SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND EQUIPMENT

7.9	SAFETY BARRIERS
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Latch on gate to equipment area needs repairing . All gates need to be self-closing and have a self latching device at least 54" high. Check local jurisdiction and insurance carrier.

KITCHEN and COMPONENTS

9.12	WASHER/DRYER CONNECTIONS
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Dryer outlet loose at wall.

FAMILY ROOM

12.3.A	DOORS
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Sliding door to deck is difficult to operate. Suggest sevice and repair by a qualified technician.

WINE CELLAR

12.5.B	OUTLETS AND WALL SWITCHES CONDITION
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Ceiling light not functioning at trime of inspection.

SUN ROOM

12.0.C	CEILING
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Both ceiling fans make excessive noise.

HALL BATHROOM AND COMPONENTS

14.4.A	SINK FAUCETS AND STOP VALVE
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Faucet leaks and base gasket not seated properly at the sink to the right.

ELECTRICAL

16.8	CONNECTED DEVICES, FIXTURES OR LOOSE WIRING (Observed from a representative number operation of ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage, and on the dwelling's exterior walls)
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Outlet to the right of the front porch is loose at the wall and needs to be flush ,with a seal, to eliminate water intrusion. Weather cover missing on outlet in pool area.

HEATING

20.2	HEATING EQUIPMENT
	INSPECTED/SERVICEABLE, REPAIR OR REPLACE
	Front of heater downstairs has been removed and no accessible return filter could be located.. Screen shoud be\installed ,where the heat vent passes thru the ceiling. to keep pests out. Upstairs unit is missing filter and the heat exchanger is rusting. Ducting under the house has no external insulation. Rust at the top of the heat exchanger is a sign of possible condensation due to a venting deficiency. Because off these issues and the age of the units, it is recommended to have the entire HVAC system inspected, repaired and serviced by a qualified, licensed HVAC technician.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

21.1	COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT
	NOT INSPECTED
	A/C was not tested for proper operation due to the outside air temperature of 65 degrees or less. We did not inspect this unit (S).