Stan A. Garnet: CABO, ICC, Residential Combination Inspector 5188291-R5* Member: SBCCI, BOCA, GAHI #02102, ASHI #204406, CABO CODE CERTIFIED #4022
Email: IAI@mindspring.com Web: www.Ineedaninspector.com
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Stan A. Garnet: CABO, ICC, Residential Combination Inspector 5188291-R5* Member: SBCCI, BOCA, GAHI #02102, ASHI #204406, CABO CODE CERTIFIED #4022 Email: IAI@mindspring.com Web: www.Ineedaninspector.com
339 S. Atlanta St., Roswell, Georgia, 30075
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Authorization1: The Client has requested the inspection of the Subject Property subject to the following limitations:
This inspection is performed in accordance to the Standards of Practice of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and the Georgia Association of Home Inspectors. (GAHI) We strive to meet and exceed these requirements. The report is an opinion of the present condition of the property, based on a visual inspection of the readily accessible features of the building. The inspection is not a guarantee, warranty or an insurance policy. Recommendations for further review may be noted, as we do not want to represent ourselves as being more knowledgeable than a qualified professional. This inspection report is for the exclusive use of the client. No use of the information by any other party is intended.
Limitations: Your Authorization is an acknowledgement on your part you understand the inspection and report are an opinion based on a visual inspection of the accessible features of the building. The intent of our contract is to make you aware an inspection is not technically exhaustive and all encompassing. Without dismantling the house and its systems, there are limitations. Throughout any inspection, inferences are often drawn which cannot be confirmed by direct observation. Clues and symptoms often do not reveal the extent or severity of problems. Therefore, it should be understood while we can substantially reduce the risk, we cannot eliminate it, nor do we assume it. The inspection is not a guarantee or warranty.
Living in a house can only discover some problems. They cannot be discovered during a few hours of a home inspection. For example some shower stalls leak when people use the shower, but do not leak when you simply turn on the tap. Some roofs and basements only leak when specific conditions exist (frozen ground, wind driven rain et cetera). Some problems will only be discovered when carpets are lifted, furniture is moved or finishes are removed.
Realizing all properties experience some degree of wear, cosmetic considerations are not within the scope of this report. Some items, which may be considered as cosmetic in nature, may be noted to assist you in evaluating maintenance items, which are in need of attention. Even the most comprehensive inspection cannot be expected to reveal every condition you may consider significant to ownership. If you feel an item was overlooked, please inform us as soon as possible so we may review and/or correct the situation.
Exclusions:
This inspection is performed according to the “Authorization and Contract for Inspection Services”. Items and conditions which are not within the scope of the inspection shall include, but are not limited to, the following: swimming pools and spas; private sewer systems (septic tanks) and wells; solar heating systems, and heating system accessories, water sprinkler systems, the presence of mold, air quality, alarm and security systems, central vac systems, smoke and CO equipment and chimney flues. If you have any concerns regarding these items then independent inspections by a specialist in these areas should be performed prior to consummating your contract. Pest infestation is excluded. No inspection is made for hazardous materials. Only items listed on this report are inspected. Any items not listed are therefore, excluded from the report.
Should you have any questions about the house in the future we would be happy to answer these. There is no fee for this telephone consulting. Other than the inspection we have no financial interest in the property. Contractors should be contacted for specific quotations. If you receive advice, which differs from our report, please contact us before committing to any expense.
This is a confidential report and is for the sole use of the Client.
The signed authorization is already on file with the Inspector.
Inspector's comments: During the inspection all Systems and appliances unless noted, were in working order. Note your typed consolidated Inspection report is divided into individual headings and placed in numerical sequence for easy reference. There will be category listings to identify levels of importance such as (RA), Repair ASAP. (MO), Monitor. This will need to be watched or measured for change, (P), Priority Repair. Repair immediately and do not wait. (V), further evaluation necessary etc., please note that all defect items on new home reports are considered to be in need of correction.
The Home Reference Book is a valuable tool and contains important information as it relates to your home. Should you have made the decision to purchase this book, it is recommended you review the book paying particular attention to the section marked maintenance.
Recommended Trade Policy: While we will not recommend anyone for this work (see your agent for a list of contractors) nor do the work ourselves, we are available to specify the scope of the work to be done and will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Recommended: the inspector recommends a homeowner warranty policy and termite treatment and repair bond.
About Radon Scans: Upon request a radon scan will be performed with a PC organized Geiger-Counter-detected test for Radon particles. A scan will give an indication if excessive levels of Radon are present only during that test period. However, the results are not warranted to be accurate (see the Home Reference Encyclopedia Supplementary Section, Item 2.0 "Radon", SS "Testing)." There is an additional charge for this test. Should higher levels than are normal be discovered, and then further more sophisticated testing will be recommended.
About Price Quotes: Parties agree that Inspector and / or his employees / agents assume no responsibility for any cost figures estimated within the report verbally or otherwise. The costs may be included at the discretion of the inspector ONLY as a guide to the seriousness of the items reported as a Deficiency. Prices are “in place” prices, meaning that if a toilet seat must be replaced, the price quoted includes expert tradesman removal of the old seat, delivery of the new seat, installation, and haul away of debris.
Should we quote any prices, they will be verbal estimates only. This should be viewed purely as a guide and is felt to be adequate to hire an experienced tradesman (working in his own specialty) with all materials, clean up and haul away included.
RATING EXPLANATION
Items are rated in order to assist you in understanding the condition of the defect noted. Please understand this is a guideline only and those items listed as needing repair will hold different levels of importance from one person to another.
(S) = SATISFACTORY - This item is considered to be in good working order at the time of the inspection or in satisfactory condition and requires no immediate attention.
(M) = MAINTENANCE PUNCH LIST ITEM – This defect is a result of poor maintenance and should be placed at the top of the list for an early repair and in some cases can be repaired at your discretion or in your time frame. Usually this repair is less than $300.
(MP) = MAINTENANCE PRIORITY – This defect is a result of poor maintenance and should repair soon. Neglect will result in total failure and added costs. Usually this repair is greater than $300
(R) = REPAIR / REPLACE ASAP DO NOT IGNORE. - Not performing its function or its condition is not appropriate for its age or use. Replacement or extensive repair will be required and should be done ASAP
(P) = PRIORITY REPAIR - This item requires immediate attention and should be considered a top priority. Do not ignore.
(SR) = SAFETY REPAIR – This is a safety item and over rules code conditions. This is an immediate repair required to protect life and limb.
(I) = THIS ITEM IS INCOMPLETE. Indicating it has not been completed and still requires finish work