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Exterior (Roof Observed with Binoculars)
Roof: Type
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Gable
Hip
Flat
Minimum pitch
Gambrel
Mansard
Saltbox
Shed
Roof
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Roof Notes
Deflecting rafters
Deflecting ridge
Failing roof sheathing
Rotted areas of sheathing/framing
Snow covered (no visual access)
failing drip edge
improper framing
Expect hidden damages
Roof Notes
Roof Surface Material
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Asphalt/fiberglass shingle
Architectural
Slate
Mineral surfaced
Asbestos
Wood shake
Metal
Modified
Membrane
Tar & gravel
Clay tile
Roof Surface
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Roof Surface Notes
Popping nails
Multiple layers of materials
Worn failing roofing
Roof rake damage
Areas of missing roofing
Improperly applied roofing
Growth affecting materials
Gutter strap nails through roofing
Failing cap material
Shingles on less than 4/12pitch
Snow covered, no visual access
Seek age & condition of roofing
Seek permits
Roof Surface Notes
Ventilation: Type
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Gable
Ridge
Hood
Power hood
Cupola
Soffit
None
Ventilation
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Inspected
Ventilation Notes
Insufficient ventilation
Loose or failing ridge vents
No vents
No soffit or other low vents
Damaged vents
No pv panels
Ventilation Notes
Chimney: Type
Brick
Block
Stucco covered
Metal
Stone
Siding covered
Exterior Chimney
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Chimney Notes
deteriorating masonry
Broken cap and mortar
Short chimney
Cemented flashing
Missing or lifting flashing
Broken masonry and mortar
No cricket
Unprofessional workmanship
Rusted chimney
Creosote build up
Wood & siding covered
Chimney Notes
Flashing: Type
Lead
Flashing cement
Tin
Copper
Membrane
None
Flashing
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Flashing Notes
Lifting flashing
Rusted flashing
Torn flashing
Missing flashing
Damaged cement flash
Improper flashing application
Cement will fail prematurely
Flashing Notes
Roof Penetrations: Type
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Vents
Skylight
Dish
Antenna
Wiring
Cupola
Decks
Solar panels
Roof Penetrations
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Roof Penetration Notes
Failing pipe boot
Failing flashing
Rusted or damaged brackets
Vent pipe too short
Snow covered (no visual access)
Cemented areas
Improper application
Seek permits
Roof Penetration Notes
Exterior Siding: Type
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Vinyl
Aluminum
Stucco
Cement
Clapboard
Asbestos
Wood panel
T 1-11
Brick
Shake
Stone
Masonite
Asphalt
Exterior Siding
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Siding Notes
Broken siding
Broken j channel
Unlocked or loose siding
Unlapped siding
Face nailed siding
Rotted siding
Improperly applied siding
Missing siding
Major growth on siding
Oxidized siding
Failing masonry
Friable material
Peeling paint
Melted vinyl
Exterior Siding Notes
Exterior Trim: Type
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Aluminum
Wood
Composite
Plastic
Masonite
Lvl
Fiber cement
Hardboard
Exterior Trim
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Exterior Trim Notes
Rotted wood trim
Failing caulking
Missing or damaged trim
Improperly applied trim
Damaged metal
Loose trim and nails
Peeling paint
Broken vinyl components
Signs of water penetration
Exterior Trim Notes
Exterior Framing
Wood framed
Masonry
Metal
Exterior Framing
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Exterior Framing Notes
Failing rafters
Failing wall framing
Failing or moving sills
Wood to ground contact
Unprofessional workmanship
Rotted porches
Rotted framing
Exterior Framing Notes
Gutters: Type
copper
Seamless aluminum
Jointed metal
Jointed vinyl
Wood
Galvinized
None
Gutters
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Gutter Notes
Missing gutters
Mispitched or clogged gutters
Failing underground systems
Loose gutter spikes
Rotted or rusted gutters
Loose or missing downspout parts
Failing joints
Damaged gutters
Undersized gutters & downspouts
Plastic systems not intended for region
No gutters
Ice damming
Drip edge allowing water behind gutters
Gutters Notes
Yard & Slope
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Pitched grade
Flat grade
Grade pitched to dwelling
Yard Drainage & Slope
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Yard & Slope Notes
Grade pitches to dwelling
Wood to ground contact areas
Basement entry below grade
Garage doors below grade
Lacking proper gutters
lacking window wells
Material damming water
Sump against dwelling
Mulch or grading built up
Dense vegetation
Chronic water penetration
High water table area
Yard Drainage & Slope Notes
Basement Entry: Type
Hatch
Portico
Garage
None
Walk out
Slider
Areaway
Basement Entry
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Basement Entry Notes
Failing grading
Rusted hatch
Failing springs
Broken masonry
Rotted wood
Chronic water penetration
Failing slider
No threshold support
Failing hatch
Frost damage
Broken hatch parts
Not sealed properly
Peeling paint
Primed only
Basement Entry Notes
Window Wells: Type
Cast concrete
Galvinized
Wood
Masonry
None
Areaways
Stone
Window Wells
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Window Well Notes
Wells set too low
Well covers
Debris in wells
Broken masonry
Deteriorated wells
Rotted wood
Rusted wells
Pulling away from foundation
Grading pitched to dwelling
Insufficient sizing of areaway
Settled & uneven
Window Well Notes
Exterior Faucets: Type
Silcock
Exterior exposed plumbing
Hydraulic faucet
Hose connection
None
Exterior Faucets
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Exterior Faucet Notes
Winterized
Broken faucet
Plumbing not secured
Exposed plumbing
Leaking faucet
Failing protection device
Frozen faucet
Connected hose
Exterior Faucet Notes
Electric Service Entry
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Weather Head
Meter
Drip Loop
Underground service
Overhead service
Electric Service Entry
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Electrical Service Notes
Damaged or missing sealant
Loose or mispitched weatherhead
Meter inside
Broken conduit
Loose meter box
Rusted meter box
Frayed and failing romex
Painted romex
Wiring too close to ground
Insufficient drip loop
Unsafe wire connections
Touching wiring
Electric Service Entry Notes
Exterior Outlets: Type
Yes
Pool
Yard
Shed
Light post
None
Exterior Outlets
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Exterior Outlet Notes
Gfci protected
Failing gfci
Improperly wired
Grounded only
Non grounded outlet
Loose or damaged weathercap
Interior grade outlet
Exposed wiring
Unsafe wiring
Failing outlet
Exterior Outlet Notes
Walkways: Type
Concrete
Asphalt
Flagstone
Pavers
Gravel
Hardpack
Wood
None
Walkways
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Walkway Notes
Damaged and heaving material
Deteriorated
Mispitched
Unsafe
Uneven steps
Growth in walk
Loose flagstone
No control joints
Trip hazard
Walkway Notes
Driveway: Type
Asphalt
Concrete
Gravel
Pavers
Dirt
None
Driveway
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Driveway Notes
Broken and heaving pavement
Cracked pavement
Mispitched pavement
Major growth issues
Snow covered (no visual access)
Checked from coating
Binder coat only
No control joints
Sink holes present
Root damages
Driveway Notes
Exterior Lighting
Front
Rear
Side
Spot lights
Landscape
Exterior Lighting
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Exterior Lighting Notes
Lacking proper lighting
Loose fixture
Broken fixture
Interior grade bulb
Exposed wiring
Rusted fixture
Broken bulb
Missing lens
Damaged sensor
Exterior Lighting Notes
Front Entry: Type
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Concrete steps
Precast steps
Brick steps
Block steps
Composite steps
Wood steps
Porch
Stone
Deck
None
Front Entry
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Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Front Entry Notes
Unsafe rise & tread
Rotted wood
Loose or missing rails
Unsafe rail spacing
Deteriorated masonry
Unsafe framing
No joist hangers
Improper supports
No risers
Peeling paint
Front Entry Notes
Rear Entry: Type
Concrete
Precast
Brick steps
Block steps
Composite
Wood
Porch
Deck
Stone
None
Rear Entry
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Rear Entry Notes
Unsafe rise & tread.
Rotted wood
Loose or missing rails
Unsafe rail spacing
Deteriorated masonry
Unsafe framing
No joist hangers
Improper supports
Peeling paint
No risers
Rear Entry Notes
Side Entry: Type
Concrete
Precast
Brick steps
Block steps
Composite
Wood
Porch
Deck
Stone
None
Side Entry
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Side Entry Notes
Unsafe rise & tread
Rotted wood
Loose or missing rails
Unsafe rail spacing
Deteriorated masonry
Unsafe framing
No joist hangers
Improper supports
Peeling paint
No risers
Side Entry Notes
Patios: Type
Wood
Composite
Concrete
Flagstone
Pavers
Gravel
none
Patios
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Patio Notes
Mispitched
Deteriorated
Heaving
Major growth issues
Uneven (trip hazard)
Sink holes
Rotted wood
No control joints
Non compacted sub material
Patio Notes
Retaining Walls: Type
Cast concrete
Block
Wood
Stone
Growth
Gravel
Retaining Walls
Acceptable
Borderline
Caution
Not Present
Not Insepcted
Retaining Wall Notes
Frost damage
No weep holes
Rotted wood
Bowing outward
Deteriorated
Not anchored properly
Insect damaged
No proper retention
Retaining Wall Notes
Areas condusive to rot & wood boring insects
Wood to ground contact areas
Vegetation against dwelling
Lacking or failing flashing
Poor grading
Stumps near dwelling
Lacking proper gutters
Wood pile against dwelling
Rotted wood
Failing siding
Debris
Water leaks
Well covers
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