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Home Inspection Report

1443 Larch St, Raymond, WA 98577Inspection Date:Friday, June 1, 2018Prepared For:Christopher EllisPrepared By:Jess Hampton2204 Pershing St Aberdeen, WA [email protected] Number:ELL060118-HInspector:Jess HamptonLicense/Certification #:960Inspector Signature:

1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 2Report SummaryItems Not OperatingHose bib - GROUNDS section. Chimney - EXTERIOR section.Major ConcernsRotted front porch - GROUNDS section. Loose gutters/missing downspout splash block/extensions - EXTERIOR section. Evidence of rafter spread - EXTERIOR section. Poor roof condition - ROOF section. Missing/Improper waste system venting - PLUMBING section. Bathroom vent venting into attic - ATTIC section. Missing hip ridge supports - ATTIC section. Rotted/failed support column/beams, evidence of wood destroying pests - CRAWLSPACE section.

Potential Safety HazardsLow electrical service wire, loose ground - EXTERIOR section. Missing GFCI protection for outlet - LAUNDRY ROOM section. Electric wall heater recalls - BATHROOM, GENERAL LIVING AREA & ROOM 3 sections. Ungrounded three prong electrical outlets - GENERAL LIVING AREA, ROOM 1&2 sections. Non-operating/missing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms - INTERIOR section. Safety issues noted at main electrical panel - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM section. Open electrical boxes/wire connections, evidence of knob and tube wiring buried in insulation - ATTIC section.Deferred Cost Items7 year old water heater - PLUMBING section.

This confidential report is prepared exclusively for Christopher Ellis© 2018 Jess Hampton

1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 3Report OverviewScope of InspectionAll components designated for inspection in the Washington State Standards of Practice are inspected, except as may be noted in the "Limitations of Inspection" sections within this report. It is the goal of the inspection to put a home buyer in a better position to make a buying decision. Not all improvements will be identified during this inspection. Unexpected repairs should still be anticipated. The inspection should not be considered a guarantee or warranty of any kind.Please refer to the pre-inspection contract for a full explanation of the scope of the inspection.This is a visual, non-invasive, non-technical inspection only.Main Entrance FacesWestState of OccupancyVacant Weather ConditionsSunny/Cloudy

Recent RainNo Ground CoverDry

Approximate Age88 Years Inspection Start/Finish Time10am - 1pm


Receipt/InvoiceJess Hampton2204 Pershing St Aberdeen, WA 98520360-591-1008Date: Fri. Jun. 1, 2018 8:45Inspected By: Jess Hampton

Property Address1443 Larch StRaymond, WA 98577Inspection Number: ELL060118-HPayment Method: CheckClient: Christopher EllisInspection FeeHome Inspection $375.00Total $375.00

1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 5GroundsPorchCondition X Poor X Railing/Balusters recommended X Wood rotComments Wood rot was noted at various front porch decking/railing and structural components/members. The porch perimeter wall is lower that recommended for fall protection as well. Recommend the front porch system be further evaluated for any necessary repairs, ensuring that all rotted material be replaced and proper handrail systems be installed as needed.Photos

Soft/sloping decking. Rotted cap rails. Soft/sloping decking.

Rotted cap rails. Low perimeter wall. Rotted joists, decking under porch.

Rotted joist, decking and beam under porch. Porch/roof support column breaking through rotted porch decking.Deck/StepsDeck Condition X Marginal X Wood in contact with soil X Wood rot


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 6GroundsDeck/Steps cont.Comments Earth to wood contact noted at the bottom of the back deck steps and ramp creating a conducive condition for wood destroying pests. Recommend base of steps/ramp be repaired as needed and elevated onto concrete pads/platform to eliminate condition. Wood rot was noted at some of the decking joists. Recommend deck joists be further evaluated for any necessary repairs/replacement. Some of the support columns under the ramp were loose and had no visible support pads/piers. Erosion was evident under the corner pier. Recommend the ramp support system be evaluated as well. Photos

Earth to wood contact at steps and ramp. Rotted joists noted under decking. Loose support columns, erosion noted under corner support pier.Hose bibsCondition X PoorOperable X NoComments The back hose bib is not hooked up and therefore does not operate. Recommend repairing hose bib as needed.Photos

Non-operating hose bib. Hose bib disconnected from water supply.Fuel TanksEvidence of underground fuel tanks X No


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 7ExteriorChimney(s)/Flue(s)Viewed From X RoofCondition X PoorComments The chimney is deteriorated and is also abandoned. Recommend repair/replacing or removing chimney.Photos

Chimney is capped (not usable), mortar is deteriorated and the flashing area has had numerous repairs.Gutters/DownspoutsGutter Condition X Marginal X LooseDownspout Condition X Marginal X Missing splash blocks/extensionsComments Recommend gutters be secured and splash blocks/extensions be installed at downspouts as needed.Photos

Downspout at the back deck is discharging water into the crawlspace area. Recommend extension be installed to discharge water away from the perimeter of the foundation.

Splash block missing at front downspout. Loose gutters noted.

SidingCondition X Marginal X Loose/Buckled X Peeling PaintComments Some loose/buckled siding was noted. Bubbled/peeling paint was evident at various areas as well. Recommend siding be evaluated for any necessary repairs and painting.


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Bubbling paint. Cracked buckled siding. Loose siding.TrimMaterial X WoodCondition X SatisfactorySoffit/EavesCondition X Marginal X Rafter Spread X Recommend EvaluationComments Evidence of rafter spread was noted at the north and east sides of the home. Recommend this issue be further evaluated for any necessary repairs.Photos

Bulging rafters east. Bulging rafters north.FasciaCondition X SatisfactoryWindows/ScreensWindow Condition X SatisfactoryScreens X Bent X Not installed/missingComments Recommend screens be repaired/replaced as desired.



Bent screens. Missing screens.FoundationFoundation Type X Pier and post X Not Visible from the exteriorFoundation Venting X Marginal X Recommend Additional VentingPerimeter Skirting X SatisfactoryComments The pier and post foundation system was not visible from the exterior due to perimeter skirting, see "Crawlspace" section for information on foundation. Foundation/crawlspace venting is minimal. It is recommended that additional venting be installed.Service Entry/Exterior ElectricalService Type X OverheadCondition X Marginal X Overhead wires too lowExterior Electrical Outlets X NoOther Electrical Conditions X Loose Ground Wire X Safety hazardComments Overhead electrical service wires appear to be too low across yard. The electrical service ground wire is loose/not clamped. Recommend licensed electrician evaluate for repairs as needed.Photos

Loose electrical service ground/no clamp. Low service entry.Building(s) Exterior Wall ConstructionType X FramedCondition X Not VisibleComments Building structure not visible due to siding, trim etc. and therefore cannot be evaluated.Exterior DoorsMain Entrance Door condition: X SatisfactoryRear Door Door condition: X Satisfactory


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 10RoofGeneralVisibility X AllInspected From X RoofStyle of RoofType X HipPitch X MediumRoof #1 Type:Asphalt Shingle Layers:Appears To Be 3 LayersAge:15-20+ Years Ventilation SystemType X Soffit X RoofCondition of Roof CoveringsRoof #1 X PoorComments The roofing system is in poor condition and should be replaced. Rotted perimeter roof sheathing, areas of surface deflection and some soft spots were also noted during the inspection. These issues should be evaluated for repair as well.Photos

Rotted roof sheathing. Roofing surface deflection at northeast corner (area of rafter spread).Loose/missing shingles, various repairs noted.

Soft area of roofing.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 11KitchenCountertopsCondition X Marginal X Damaged X Needs calking X Recommend repairComments Loose/damaged countertop nosing was noted, this does not appear to affect the function of the countertop. Old/cracked caulking was evident behind the sink area. Recommend these issues be repaired as necessary.Photos

Loose/damaged countertop nosing material. Old/cracked caulking behind sink.CabinetsCondition X SatisfactoryPlumbingFaucet Leaks X NoPipes leak/corroded X NoSink/Faucet X SatisfactoryFunctional drainage X SatisfactoryFunctional flow X SatisfactoryComments Sink was showing typical wear.Walls & CeilingCondition X SatisfactoryHeating SourceX Yes Type: X Wall ElectricCondition X Operational Comments The Cadet wall heater model number XO is not on the recall list.Photos

Electric wall heater.This confidential report is prepared exclusively for Christopher Ellis© 2018 Jess Hampton

1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 12KitchenFloorCondition X SatisfactoryAppliancesDisposal X N/AOven Operable: X YesRange Operable: X YesDishwasher X N/AExhaust fan Operable: X Yes X Recirculating TypeRefrigerator Operable: X Yes Ice Maker/Water dispenser : X Yes Operable : X YesMicrowave Operable: X YesReceptacles present X Yes Operable: X YesGFCI X Yes Operable: X YesOpen ground/Reverse polarity: X NoComments Appliances were in normal operating condition at the time of inspection.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 13Laundry RoomLaundryRoom vented X NoDryer vented X WallElectrical Open ground/reverse polarity: X NoGFCI present X No X Safety Hazard X Recommend GFCI Receptacles Washer hook-up lines/valves X SatisfactoryComments Washer electrical outlet is not GFCI protected. Recommend GFCI protection be installed. The dryer outlet is loose, recommend securing outlet.Photos

Recommend a GFCI outlet be installed. Loose dryer outlet, wiring should also be in protective conduit.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 14BathroomBathSinks Faucet leaks: X No Pipes leak: X NoTubs Tub Valve/Spout Loose: X YesToilet Bowl loose: X No Operable: X YesShower/Tub area X Fiberglass Condition : X MarginalDrainage X SatisfactoryWater flow X SatisfactoryMoisture stains present X NoDoors X SatisfactoryWindow X SatisfactoryReceptacles present X Yes Operable: X YesGFCI X Yes Operable: X YesOpen ground/Reverse polarity X NoHeat source present X Yes Type: X Wall Electric Operational: X YesExhaust fan X Yes Operable: X YesFloor X Marginal X Old/Cracked CaulkingComments Some damage to the tub/shower finish was noted. The tub/shower valve and spout were loose in the wall as well. Recommend these issues be evaluated for repair. Caulking is old/cracked and missing at the tub/shower enclosure seam, tub spout and floor. Recommend caulking these areas as needed. A section of the wall under the vanity sink is loose. Recommend repair/replacing wall. The Cadet electric wall heater model number FX/LX is involved in a recall for a possible fire hazard. Recommend replacing heater.Photos

Recalled wall heater. Loose wall under sink. Damaged tub/shower finish.

Old/cracked/missing caulking. Old/cracked caulking at floor/tub area. Loose valve/spout.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 15General Living Area General Living AreaType Living/Dining Rooms, Hallways Walls & Ceiling X SatisfactoryMoisture stains X NoFloor X SlopesCeiling fan X SatisfactoryElectrical Switches: X Yes X Operable Receptacles: X Yes X OperableOpen ground/Reverse polarity: X Yes X Safety hazardHeating source present X Yes Type: X Wall Electric Operational: X YesWindows X SatisfactoryComments The Cadet electric wall heater model number FX/LX is involved in a recall for a possible fire hazard. Recommend replacing heater. Some ungrounded three prong electrical outlets were noted. Recommend electrician evaluate the electrical outlets for repairs as needed. Note: Sloping floors noted throughout the interior are somewhat typical for older homes. See the "Crawlspace" section for further information on any foundation issues.Photos

Recalled wall heater. Some ungrounded electrical outlets.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 16Room (1)RoomLocation Southwest Type Bedroom Walls & Ceiling X SatisfactoryMoisture stains X NoFloor X SatisfactoryCeiling fan X SatisfactoryElectrical Switches: X Yes X Operable Receptacles: X Yes X OperableOpen ground/Reverse polarity: X Yes X Safety hazardHeating source present X NoBedroom Egress restricted X NoDoors X SatisfactoryWindows X SatisfactoryComments One ungrounded three prong electrical outlet was noted. Recommend electrician evaluate for repair.Photos

Ungrounded three prong electrical outlet.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 17Room (2)RoomLocation SouthType Bedroom Walls & Ceiling X SatisfactoryMoisture stains X NoFloor X SatisfactoryElectrical Switches: X Yes X Operable Receptacles: X Yes X OperableOpen ground/Reverse polarity: X Yes X Safety hazardHeating source present X NoBedroom Egress restricted X NoDoors X SatisfactoryWindows X Marginal X Not operating normally X Recommend repairComments One ungrounded three prong electrical outlet was noted. Recommend electrician evaluate for repair. The window sliding mechanisms are not installed or operating normally, window will not stay up. Recommend window be repaired as needed.Photos

Ungrounded three prong electrical outlet. Window not operating normally.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 18Room (3)RoomLocation SoutheastType Bedroom Walls & Ceiling X SatisfactoryMoisture stains X NoFloor X SatisfactoryElectrical Switches: X Yes X Operable Receptacles: X Yes X Operable Open ground/Reverse polarity: X NoHeating source present X Yes Type: X Wall Electric Operational: X YesBedroom Egress restricted X NoDoors X SatisfactoryWindows X SatisfactoryComments The Cadet electric wall heater model number FX/LX is involved in a recall for a possible fire hazard. Recommend replacing heater.Photos

Recalled wall heater.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 19InteriorSmoke/Carbon Monoxide AlarmsSmoke Detector X Present Operable: X Recommend additional X Safety HazardCO Detector X Present Operable: X Yes X Recommend additional X Safety HazardComments Some smoke alarms were non-operating and/or area missing. A carbon monoxide alarm was missing as well. Recommend alarms be repaired/installed as recommended.Photos

Current alarm recommended locations.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 20PlumbingWater ServiceMain shut-off location At front of property.Water entry piping X PolyethyleneVisible water distribution piping X CopperCondition X SatisfactoryPipes Supply/Drain X Missing VentingDrain/Waste/Vent pipe X ABSCondition X MarginalComments It appears that a main waste vent has been deleted and/or is missing. It also appears that the bathroom and kitchen plumbing vents are vented into the attic area. Recommend further evaluation of this issue by a licensed plumber for any necessary repairs.Photos

Main water shut off. Secondary water shut off in laundry room area. Appears that the main trunk vent has been cut off/deleted.

Plumbing vents terminated in attic.Water HeaterGeneral Brand Name:Reliance Capacity:50 Gallon Approx. age:7 Years Type X ElectricSeismic restraints needed X YesRelief valve X Yes Extension proper: X YesCondition X MarginalComments The water heater appeared to be operating normally at the time of inspection.Note: The water heater is nearing the end of its normal life expectancy (10+ years) and may need replacing within the next five years.



Missing seismic straps. Water heater information.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 22Electrical SystemMain PanelLocation Laundry Room Amperage/Voltage X UnknownBreakers/Fuses X BreakersAppears grounded X YesMain wire X Copper Condition: X SatisfactoryBranch wire X CopperBranch wire condition X SatisfactoryComments The round meter box indicates either 60 or 100a service. The amperage rating information for the main panel has been removed/not available. Even though the service wire and main breaker are compatible for 125a, this service cannot be determined. Some open breaker sockets were noted, this is a shock hazard. Drywall screws holding the cover on are a safety hazard as well. The pointed ends on the screws can breach a electrical wire inside the panel. It is recommended that a licensed electrician evaluate the electrical panel issues noted. It is also recommended that the older panel/service be upgraded to current standards. Photos

Open breaker sockets in panel cover. Round meter base 60\100a service.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 23AtticAttic/Structure/Framing/InsulationAccess X Scuttlehole/HatchInspected from X In the atticFlooring X NoneInsulation X Fiberglass X Loose Depth: 16"Ventilation X Ventilation appears adequateFans exhausted to Attic: X Yes X Recommend repairStructural problems observed X Yes X Recommend repairRoof structure X RaftersSheathing X PlankingEvidence of leaking X YesElectrical X Open junction box(es) X Handyman wiring X Knob and tube wiring covered with insulationComments The bathroom vent is vented to the attic area. Recommend venting to the exterior. Hip ridge supports are missing, this could be causing the rafter spread noted earlier. Recommend this issue be further evaluated for any necessary repairs. Evidence of leaking was noted at the roof sheathing area below the chimney. See the "Roof" section for condition of the roofing system and recommendations. A number of open electrical boxes and wiring connections were noted. Evidence of knob and tube wiring possibly buried in insulation was evident as well. Recommend a licensed electrician further evaluate the attic electrical wiring for any necessary repairs. Photos

Missing hip ridge supports. Uncovered electrical boxes buried in insulation. Uncovered electrical boxes.

Open wire connections. Evidence of knob and tube wiring. Evidence of leaking below chimney.


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Bathroom vent venting into attic.


1443 Larch St Raymond, WA 98577 Page 25CrawlspaceCrawlspaceType X Full crawlspaceComments Note: During the crawlspace inspection, evidence of wood destroying pests were noted. Recommend further evaluation of this issue by a licensed structural pest inspector.AccessLocation X ExteriorInspected from X In the crawl spaceFloorCondition X Moisture Barrier Disturbed/Missing X Wood/Other DebrisComments Moisture barrier has been disturbed and/or is missing exposing bare ground, recommend moisture barrier be redistributed/installed to cover all bare ground. Wood debris was noted at various areas in the crawlspace, this is a conducive condition for wood destroying pests. Recommend all wood debris be removed from crawlspace area. Photos

Bare ground.DrainageStanding water X NoVentilationCondition X Marginal X Additional Ventilation RecommendedGirders/Beams/ColumnsCondition X Poor X Rotted X Inadequately Supported X Recommend Evaluation/RepairComments Some of the support columns are in earth to wood contact. Some of these columns and associated supports are severely rotted/failed. Rotted/failed beams were noted at the southwest area as well. Some concrete block supports are also installed incorrectly. Recommend further evaluation of this pier/post and beam system by a licensed contractor for any necessary repairs.



Rotted beams/flooring at the southwest area. Non-structural application for concrete blocks. Rotted/failed support column.

Rotted support column. Rotted/failed support column. Support column on wood pier.JoistsCondition X SatisfactoryComments Joist inspection was limited due to the installation of floor insulation, only visible members/components could be inspected.Subfloor X Not VisibleComments Subfloor was not visible due to insulation, some random areas were checked. Flooring appeared satisfactory other than noted earlier in report.InsulationType X FiberglassCondition X Marginal X Fallen/DamagedComments Some insulation has fallen, some has been damaged. Recommend insulation be repaired/replaced as necessary.



Fallen/damaged insulation.ElectricalCondition X Marginal X Loose/Unsecured WiringComments A number of loose electrical wires were noted in crawlspace. Recommend wires be re-supported as necessary.Photos

Loose wiring under main panel area.


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