Inspection Report

Client Is Present: Yes	Age Of Home: New Construction	Weather: Clear
Temperature: Over 65	Rain in last 3 days: No

STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

1.1	FOUNDATIONS: Comments: Good Gen. Condition An exposed anchor bolt is present on the edge of the slab, right side of home, recommend this area be prepped and patched with proper materials by a qualified person. 1.1 Picture 1 1.1 Picture 2

1.3

WALLS (Structural) Comments: Not Functioning or in Need of Repair In the construction of this home the builder used threaded rods to tie the wall structure to the foundation. The ends of these rods are visible along the right and left sides of home in attic. I was able to locate six rods, none of the rods have a nut and washer present. Without the nut and washer the rod does not tie the home structure together as designed. In my opinion this may weaken the structure. Recommend further investigation by the builder to determine the design locations of all the rods and confirm the presents of the nut and washer or replace as needed. 1.3 Picture 1

1.5

ROOF (structural) Comments: Not Functioning or in Need of Repair The first roof rafter over garage (front of home) form attic entry was spliced during construction and sistered on one side. It is my opinion that this inadequate. I recommend it be sistered on both sides with materials of equal or greater size. Recommend repair by a qualified person. 1.5 Picture 1 1.5 Picture 2 Atleast two joints in roof sheathing between first two sets of trusses (front of home) from attic entry are missing sheathing support clips see (Picture 4) Without support over time these joints may begin to sag. Recommend additional repair by a qualified person. 1.5 Picture 3 1.5 Picture 4 One roof truss over foyer front of home was damaged (cracked/spit) during construction. This truss was repaired and does not appear to need any additional support. 1.5 Picture 5 One truss above master bedroom (rear of roof) is split at Knot and additional support was added on one side, in my opinion this is not adequate. Recommend this truss be sistered on both sides with materials of equal or greater size. 1.5 Picture 6

EXTERIOR

2.0

WALL CLADDING FLASHING AND TRIM Comments: Not Functioning or in Need of Repair The beaded vinyl siding installed on this home has a slit present in both factory ends to allow for a tight flat lap. When the end is not being lapped and is ending at a window, door or corner, the factory end with the slit should be cut off. This removes the slit so that no water intrusion issues will occur. This was not done at most windows on this home. The slit is present in multiple areas. To correct this properly a qualified person needs to investigate all the areas of concern and replace the vinyl as needed. Several areas that were visible to the inspector around widows appear to not have flex seal flashing around the window (under the vinyl, recommend as vinyl is removed and replaced further inspection of the proper flashing be done and repair or replace as needed. 2.0 Picture 1 2.0 Picture 2 2.0 Picture 3 2.0 Picture 4 Vinyl appears loose above large transom window rear of home, master bedroom. 2.0 Picture 5 2.0 Picture 6 Vinyl siding appears loose at joint left side of home, middle of wall. 2.0 Picture 7 2.0 Picture 8 Minor crack in vinyl, left side of home close to electrical meter 2.0 Picture 9 2.0 Picture 10

2.1

DOORS (Exterior) Comments: Not Functioning or in Need of Repair Threshold support at side entry to garage is loose and should be secured. Also the trim is weathered, recommend prep and paint. 2.1 Picture 1 2.1 Picture 2 Main entry door at Foyer reveals daylight at threshold when latched, recommend adjustment. 2.1 Picture 3

ROOFING

PLUMBING SYSTEM

4.0	INTERIOR WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS AND FIXTURES Comments: Good Gen. Condition Stopper valve in master bath tub does not work properly. 4.0 Picture 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

5.3	BRANCH CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS, OVERCURRENT DEVICES AND COMPATIBILITY OF THEIR AMPERAGE AND VOLTAGE Comments: Good Gen. Condition One breaker (marked range) has a small chip in the plastic, causing it to appear tripped, recommend replace as needed. 5.3 Picture 1

HEATING

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

7.0	COOLING AND AIR HANDLER EQUIPMENT Comments: Good Gen. Condition Water present in air handler over flow pan in attic, this indicates a possible clog in main condensation drain line, recommend service by a HVAC contractor. 7.0 Picture 1

7.2

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS (including fans, pumps, ducts and piping, with supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units and convectors) Comments: Good Gen. Condition Several sections of insulation are missing on the cooper coolant line for the HVAC system in attic. These areas may condensate and drip if not insulated. 7.2 Picture 1

INTERIORS

8.1	WALLS Comments: Good Gen. Condition Recommend fresh caulking around back splash at master bath tub. 8.1 Picture 1

8.4	COUNTERS AND A REPRESENTATIVE NUMBER OF CABINETS Comments: Good Gen. Condition Laminated countertop needs caulking with silicone along backsplash (right of sink) in kitchen. 8.4 Picture 1

INSULATION AND VENTILATION

General Summary

D& I Home Inspectors, Inc. PO Box 1708 Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 514-2216 www.HomeInspectorDandI.com

Customer New Home Sample

Property Address New Home Sample Summerville, SC

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D & I Home Inspection Agreement
And Arbitration Clause

The address of the property is: New Home Sample, Summerville, SC .

Date: 3/17/2006                  Inspection Fee: 250.00 

THIS AGREEMENT made by and between  Lawrence M. David (Hereinafter “INSPECTOR”) and the undersigned (hereinafter “CLIENT”), collectively referred to herein as “the parties.”    The Parties Understand and Voluntarily Agree as follows:

1. INSPECTOR agrees to perform a visual inspection of the home/building and to provide CLIENT with a written inspection report identifying the defects that INSPECTOR both observed and deemed material.  INSPECTOR may offer comments as a courtesy, but these comments will not comprise the bargained-for report.  The report is only supplementary to the seller’s disclosure.
2. Unless otherwise inconsistent with this Agreement or not possible, INSPECTOR agrees to perform the inspection in accordance to the current Standards of Practice of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors posted at http://www.nachi.org/sop.htm.  CLIENT understands that these standards contain certain limitations, exceptions, and exclusions.
3. The inspection and report are performed and prepared for the use of CLIENT, who gives INSPECTOR permission to discuss observations with real estate agents, owners, repairpersons, and other interested parties.  INSPECTOR accepts no responsibility for use or misinterpretation by third parties.   INSPECTOR’S inspection of the property and the accompanying report are in no way intended to be a guarantee or warranty, express or implied, regarding the future use, operability, habitability or suitability of the home/building or its components. Any and all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly excluded by this Agreement.

4.  INSPECTOR assumes no liability for the cost of repair or replacement of unreported defects or deficiencies either current or arising in the future. CLIENT acknowledges that the liability of INSPECTOR, its agents, employees, for claims or damages, costs of defense or suit, attorney’s fees and expenses and payments arising out of or related to the INSPECTOR’S negligence or breach of any obligation under this Agreement, including errors and omissions in the inspection or the report, shall be limited to liquidated damages in an amount equal to the fee paid to the INSPECTOR, and this liability shall be exclusive.  CLIENT waives any claim for consequential, exemplary, special or incidental damages or for the loss of the use of the home/building even if the CLIENT has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The parties acknowledge that the liquidated damages are not intended as a penalty but are intended (i) to reflect the fact that actual damages may be difficult and impractical to ascertain; (ii) to allocate risk among the INSPECTOR and CLIENT; and (iii) to enable the INSPECTOR to perform the inspection at the stated fee.

5. INSPECTOR does not perform engineering, architectural, plumbing, or any other job function requiring an occupational license in the jurisdiction where the inspection is taking place, unless the inspector holds a valid occupational license, in which case he/she may inform the CLIENT that he/she is so licensed, and is therefore qualified to go beyond this basic home inspection, and for additional fee, perform additional inspections beyond those within the scope of the basic home inspection.

6. In the event of a claim against INSPECTOR, CLIENT agrees to supply INSPECTOR with the following: (1) Written notification of adverse conditions within 14 days of discovery, and (2) Access to the premises.  Failure to comply with the above conditions will release INSPECTOR and its agents from any and all obligations or liability of any kind.

7. Initial X_____ Arbitration Clause: Any dispute, controversy, interpretation or claim for, but not limited to, breach of contract, any form of negligence, fraud or misrepresentation of any other theory of liability arising out of, from or related to the contract or arising out of, from related to the Inspection or Inspection Report shall be submitted to final and binding arbitrating under the rules and procedures of the Construction Arbitration Services, Inc. It is the decision of the arbitrator appointed hereunder shall be final the binding and judgment on the award may nr entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

8. If any court declares any provision of this Agreement invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.  This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties.  All prior communications are merged into this Agreement, and there are no terms or conditions other than those set forth herein.  No statement or promise of INSPECTOR or its agents shall be binding unless reduced to writing and signed by INSPECTOR.  No change or modification shall be enforceable against any party unless such change or modification is in writing and signed by the parties.  This Agreement shall be binding upon and enforceable by the parties and their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assignees.  CLIENT shall have no cause of action against INSPECTOR after one year from the date of the inspection.

9. A non-transferable Limited Mechanical and Structural Warranty is available from American Home Warranty Company for the benefit of the client. This Limited Mechanical and Structural Warranty is specific in its language regarding coverage, deductibles, exclusions and claims. With respect to these matters (D & I Home Inspectors) hereby expressly limits its liability to the terms and conditions of the limited warranty, does not warrant nor guarantee the continued operation or condition of any items(s) systems(s or component(s) of the home and will not pay for any deductible, repair or replacement.  Please Initial__________ if you would like the Limited Mechanical and Structural Warranty ($25.00) additional Fee.

CLIENT HAS CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING, AGREES TO IT, AND ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THIS AGREEMENT.