INSPECTION REPORT 5433 TAMARACK CIRCLE

INSPECTION REPORT
For the Property at:
5433 TAMARACK CIRCLE
MINNETONKA, MN 55345
Prepared for: JAVIER AND CECILIA ROSENBERG
Inspection Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Prepared by: Ryan Edick
Edick Valuation Services
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January 22, 2011
Dear Javier and Cecilia Rosenberg,
RE: Report No. 1040, v.2
5433 Tamarack Circle
Minnetonka, MN
55345
Thank you for choosing EVS to perform your home inspection. The inspection itself and the attached report comply with
the requirements of the ASHI Standards of Practice. This document defines the scope of a home inspection.
Clients sometimes assume that a home inspection will include many things that are beyond the scope. We encourage
you to read the ASHI Standards of Practice so that you clearly understand what things are included in the home
inspection and report.
The report has been prepared for the exclusive use of our client. No use by third parties is intended. We will not be
responsible to any parties for the contents of the report, other than the party named herein .
The report is effectively a snapshot of the house, recording the conditions on a given date and time. Home Inspectors
cannot predict future behavior, and as such, we cannot be responsible for things that occur after the inspection. If
conditions change, we are available to revisit the property and update our report. Our consulting service via telephone is
available at no cost to you for as long as you own the home.
The report itself is copyrighted, and may not be used in whole or in part without our express written permission.
Again, thanks so much for choosing Edick Valuation Services to perform your Home Inspection.
Sincerely,
Ryan Edick
on behalf of
Edick Valuation Services
Edick Valuation Services
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INVOICE
January 22, 2011
Client: Javier and Cecilia Rosenberg
Report No. 1040, v.2
For inspection at:
5433 Tamarack Circle
Minnetonka, MN
55345
on: Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Home Inspection 4000'-4500'
$550.00
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Total
$495.00
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This Summary outlines potentially significant issues from a cost or safety standpoint. This section is provided as a
courtesy and cannot be considered a substitute for reading the entire report. Please read the complete document.
SCOPE
While a home inspection does not address issues such as code compliance and building permits, we encourage you to
have someone search the history of the home with the local building department to determine whether all appropriate
permits have been applied for and signed off. Your legal advisers may be able to help with this.
A home inspection analyzes hundreds of features from all systems of a home. Our focus is on functional items, and we
pay particular attention to those components that are expensive to correct, or may create a significant safety problem in
the home. As we look for these major items, we will come across some lesser items as well. As a courtesy, those are
documented for you. However, please do not misinterpret this as an exhaustive list of all minor defects in the home. That
is not the intent of the home inspection.
Maintenance Items: 1-17
1) Outlet plates missing in utility room.
2) Upper level bedroom smoke detector missing battery.
3) Laundry sink not installed to wall.
4) Outlet to the left of laundry sink needs to be a GFCI protection to reduce the risk of shock.
5) Garage weather strip moulding and siding at the rear of the house are damaged. No obvious signs of water infiltration.
6) Ice dam over front entry. (Could be the result of recent warmer weather. No issues found pertaining to attic
ventilation.)
7) Missing downspout extensions.
8) No anti-siphon device at hose bib under deck. See notes in report.
9) The deck was built under an older standard of building. The following issues are considered discretionary issues:
Missing joist hangers at stair framing; Missing tie strapping at footings or at the top of the columns.
10) Some deck rail spindles are spaced apart GREATER than 4".
11) Disconnected low voltage grounds at grounding rod. See photos.
12) Double tapped circuit #23.
13) Dead wires located in electrical panel.
14) Screens and screen door functionality could NOT be verified. Not installed at the time of the inspection.
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15) Deck and basement walkout door lock not operational at the time of the inspection. Strikes need adjustment.
16) Loose wood flooring at deck door. Could be the result of water infiltration due to poor seal at door. I made some slight
adjustments to the door to temporarily alleviate this issue for the time being.
17) Water Main NOT located???
Additional Notes: A-D
A) Remember to blow out irrigation system in the fall and start up in spring.
B) Garage GFCI outlet is found in the UTILITY ROOM tot eh right side of the door near bar.
C) Recommend adding a CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR to the UTILITY ROOM.
D) Recommend adding a fence to reduce the risk of children and pets accessing the pond.
Priority Maintenance Items
This concludes the Summary section.
The remainder of the report describes each of the home's systems and also details any recommendations we have for
improvements. Limitations that restricted our inspection are included as well.
The suggested time frames for completing recommendations are based on the limited information available during a
pre-purchase home inspection. These may have to be adjusted based on the findings of specialists.
Home Improvement - ballpark costs
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Description
Sloped roofing material:
Asphalt shingles
The roof was NOT walked on due to snow cover, and a full inspection was not conducted. The inspection of the roof
decking as seen from the attic did not indicate any water infiltration. There is a small amount of ice damming over the
main entry door. This may be the result of the recent warmer weather.
1. Minor Ice Dam above entry
Probability of leakage:
Low
Limitations
Roof inspection limited/prevented by:
Inspection performed:
Snow/ice/frost
From the ground
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Description
Gutter & downspout material:
Aluminum
All gutter downspout extensions should extend, at minimum 6' from the foundation walls to reduce the risk of water
infiltration and a shortened lifespan of the sub-pump.
2. Downspout Removed
Lot slope:
3. Downspout Removed
Away from house
Wall surfaces : Wood Lap Siding
Note: Damage was noted at the garage door weather strip trim as well as the siding below the deck. No obvious signs
of water infiltration was noted.
4. Damaged garage door trim
5. Damaged wood siding
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Driveway:
Asphalt
No performance issues were noted.
Driveway covered with snow and not able to be inspected.
6. Driveway Covered with snow
Walkway:
Pavers
Paver Walkway covered with snow and NOT able to be inspected.
7. Paver Walkway Covered with snow
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Deck:
Raised
There were missing joist hangers at the stairs, and hold down strapping (hurricane clips) at the steps and front beam.
These issues do not affect the functionality of the deck system, but are considered to be "not up to current standards".
The deck was built under an old building standard.
8. Stair jacks missing joist hangers
9. Deck Columns missing tie down straps
10. Deck Columns missing tie down straps
Wood
Railings
There were a few locations where the deck spindles are spaced OVER 4". This presents a minor safety risk. The handrail
at the top of the steps is separating from the upper section of the railing. See photo for further clarification. Recommend
using screws to re-secure the deck handrail to better secure opposed to nails which are currently being used.
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11. 4"+ spindle spacing
12. 4"+ spindle spacing
13. Hand Rail coming loose
Patio:
Pavers
Patio was covered with snow and unable to be inspected.
Fence: No Fence
Note: Due to the pond located at the rear of the lot, I highly recommend adding a fence to keep small children and
animals away from the open water.
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Description
Configuration:
Basement
Foundation material:
Masonry block
Floor construction:
Wood I-joists
14. Floor Beams
Exterior wall construction:
Wood frame
Roof and ceiling framing:
Trusses
15. Trusses Inspected
16. Trusses Inspected
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Description
Service entrance cable and location:
Underground aluminum
17. UG Alum Power Feed
Service size:
200 Amps (240 Volts)
Circuit #23 is double tapped. This style of breaker is NOT designed to have more than 1 wire attached. An electrician is
recommended to remove the wires from the breaker and pig tail a hot line from the breaker in order to attach the desired
hot wires with a wire nut. The end result will be one short wire attached to the breaker which leads to a wire nut with all 3
wires attached securely. Please call me if you need further instruction.
18. Circuit #23 double tapped
19. Dead Wires in Panel
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20. 200 Amp Panel Inspected
21. 200 Amp Panel
Main disconnect/service box rating:
200 Amps
Main disconnect/service box type and location:
Breakers - basement
System grounding material and type:
Copper - ground rods
The phone and cable grounds are not attached to the grounding rod. recommend re-attaching to offer proper grounding
of the low voltage system throughout the home.
22. Loose Grounds
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Distribution wire material and type:
Copper - non-metallic sheathed
Type and number of outlets (receptacles):
Grounded - typical
Missing outlet plates in utility room. One tot he right of the central vacuum unit, and one above the furnace. Outlet to the
left of the laundry sink should be a GFCI. Recommend replacing the outlet to reduce the risk of shock. ALL outlets
located within 6' of a water source are required to offer GFCI protection.
23. NO GFCI to left of laundry sink
24. Garage GFCI in utility room
25. Missing outlet cover
Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI):
No AFCI
GFCI - bathroom
GFCI - garage
GFCI
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Smoke detectors:
Present
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors located within the 10' of all bedrooms. SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTORS PUSH TESTED as functional.
26. Smoke Detectors Tested
27. Missing Battery in upper bedroom
28. Smoke Detectors Tested
29.
Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors:
Present
STRONGLY recommend adding a Carbon Monoxide and Smoke detector in the UTILITY ROOM. Carbon Monoxide
detectors push button tested.
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30. Carbon Monoxide Detector
31.
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Fuel/energy source:
Gas
Electricity
Baseboard electric heaters tested for functionality by turning thermostat to LOW. No obvious issues noted at the time of
the inspection.
System type:
Furnace
Furnace manufacturer:
Bryant
Bryant Model 383 KAV048135. No open recalls recovered. The furnace is rated for a MAXIMUM of 10 breaker to serve
the unit. Currently there is a 15 amp breaker installed. Recommend replacing the 15 amp breaker with a manufacturer
specified 10 amp breaker.
33. Furnace Inspected
32. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
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34. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
35. Furnace Ct #5
36. Furnace Igniter OK
37. Furnace Flame Jets OK
38. Furnace
39. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
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40. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
41. Furnace Ct #5. 15 amp installed
42. Furnace Flame Jets OK
43. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
44. Heat Exchanger Inspected with camera scope
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Heat distribution:
Ducts and registers
Approximate capacity:
Efficiency:
132,000 BTU/hr
Mid-efficiency
Approximate age:
13 years
Typical life expectancy:
Failure probability:
Furnace (conventional or mid-efficiency) 18 to 25 years
Low
Main fuel shut off at:
Utility room
45. Main Fuel Shutoff
Supply temperature:
115°
46. Supply Temp
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Rounded to nearest 5 degrees
Return temperature:
Chimney/vent:
70°
Rounded to nearest 5 degrees
Metal
Humidifiers:
Duct mounted bypass humidifer
Aprilaire duct mounted humidifier is in need of a replacement water panel. This should be done annually. See photos.
The water panel part number is associated with the Aprilaire Model #560. At the time of the inspection the WATER
serving the humidifier was NOT INSTALLED.
47. Humidifier
48. Water Panel
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Air conditioning type:
Air cooled
Manufacturer: Comfortmaker
Note: Comfortmaker # ACS042A2C1. No open recalls recovered. A/C amperage verified. 30 amp installed, 35 amp
MAX.
49.
50. A/C Unit
51. A/C amperage verified
52. A/C amperage verified
Typical life expectancy:
12 to15 years
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Limitations
Inspection limited/prevented by:
Low outdoor temperature
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Attic/roof insulation material:
Glass fiber
Attic/roof insulation amount/value:
R-28
53. 12"+/- glass fiber insulation in attic
54. 12"+/- glass fiber insulation in attic
55. 12"+/- glass fiber insulation in attic
Attic/roof ventilation:
Roof and soffit vents
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General: Plumbing Fixtures
Note: Laundry sink NOT installed to wall. Missing wall mounting bracket. Hose Bib under deck missing anti siphon
device. These can be purchased at any local hardware store (Ace, Hardware Hank, Home Depot, etc).
56. Hose Bib under deck
57. Laundry Sink
58. Note: Clean Air exchanger filters quarterly
59. Note: Clean Air exchanger filters quarterly
Water supply source:
Public
Service piping into building:
Copper
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Supply piping in building:
Copper
Main water shut off valve at the:
Water flow (pressure):
NOT FOUND.
Typical for neighborhood
Water heater manufacturer:
A.O. Smith
A.O. Smith models (1 and 2) FSG50232. No open recalls recovered.
60. Water Heater Flame #1
61. Water Heater Flame #2
62. Identical Water Heaters
63. Water Temp at Kitchen
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Tank capacity:
50 gallons
Water heater approximate age:
Typical life expectancy:
13 years
8 to 12 years
Water heater failure probability:
Waste piping in building:
Low
Plastic
Floor drain location:
Near heating system
Recommend elevating drain lines at the floor drains to prevent the backflow of bacteria.
64. Floor Drain
Gas piping:
Copper
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Description
Major floor finishes: Wood
Note: Loose wood flooring near deck sliding door. Reattach with finish nail.
65. Loose wood flooring near deck door
Major floor finishes:
Carpet
Ceramic
Major wall and ceiling finishes:
Windows:
Glazing:
Fixed
66. Missing outlet cover above furnace
Gypsum board
Single/double hung
Sliders
Casement
Double
Exterior doors - type/material:
Sliding glass
Sliding door lock non functional. Try to realign the strike plate. Upper level slider out of adjustment allowing for improper
seal.
67. Sliding door lock non functional
68. Sliding door lock non functional
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Garage door - metal
Auto Reverse Sensors Tested OK
69. Auto Reverse Sensors Tested OK
70. Auto Reverse Sensors Tested OK
71. Auto Reverse Sensors Tested OK
Doors:
Inspected
Stairs and railings:
Inspected
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The links below connect you to a series of documents that will help you understand your home and how it works. The
body of the report contains specific information about your home. Many report items have related links that provide you
more information about that particular component or issue.
This Library is a broad reference tool. For example, if you want to know the difference between asphalt shingles and
wood shingles, you can look in here. If you have a conventional furnace and are trying to decide whether to upgrade to a
mid-efficiency or high-efficiency furnace, this information may be helpful. If your home does not have air conditioning, but
you are thinking about adding it, there is helpful information for you in here.
The Library is broken into nine house systems: Roofing, Exterior, Structure, Electrical, Heating, Cooling, Insulation,
Plumbing and Interior. Click on any link to read about that system.
1. Roofing and Chimney
2. Exterior
3. Structure
4. Electrical
5. Heating
6. Cooling
7. Insulation
8. Plumbing
9. Interior
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