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RW West ConsultantsProperty Inspection Report

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4106 38th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126Inspection prepared for: Faira

Real Estate Agent: -

Date of Inspection: 3/16/2017 Time: 1:30 PM Age of Home: 1946 Size: 1560 Weather: Cloudy 50 degrees

Order ID: 1629Front door faces West for orientation purposes only.

Inspector: Dee Robert InmanLicense #1459

Email: [email protected]

RW West Consultants 4106 38th Ave SW, Seattle, WA

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Inspection Details We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entireInspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questionsyou may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are stillavailable to you for any questions you may have, throughout the entire closing process.Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report is based on an inspectionof the visible portion of the structure; inspection may be limited by vegetation and possessions. Depending upon the age of the property, some items like GFCI outlets may not be installed; thisreport will focus on safety and function, not current code. This report identifies specific non-code,non-cosmetic concerns that the inspector feels may need further investigation or repair. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repairany critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommendthat you or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately beforeclosing to check the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. Red Notes Denote serious, safety or items that require further investigationBlue notes denote minor or maintenance itemGreen note denote locations and shutoff valves

1. AttendanceIn Attendance: Client present

2. Home TypeHome Type: Basement One Story

3. OccupancyOccupancy:• Occupied - Furnished• The utilities were on at the time of inspection.


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Exterior Areas 1. Siding ConditionSiding appeared in fair condition overall. • Wood siding shakeObservations:• Paint flaking at the siding, recommend loose paint is removed, barewood areas primed andrepainted.• Paint finish fading/chalking indicating paint has lost its effectiveness, recommend repainting.• Voids in the caulking around some of the windows/doors and corner areas, recommendrecaulking..• Paint peeling at entry posts. Recommend scraping prime, caulk and paint

West Elevation North Elevation

East Elevation South Elevation


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Paint peeling at post West side

Paint peeling West side Paint peeling East side

Paint peeling south side2. GuttersGutters and downspouts appeared in good condition overall.


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3. Driveway and Walkway ConditionConcrete sidewalks and driveways appeared in good condition overall. • Patio areas appeared ingood condition overall.

4. SoffitSoffits and eaves appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Fascia tails not covered with shingles will lead to premature decay, recommend correction.


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Tails not covered5. Door/WindowExterior doors appeared in operable condition, at time of inspection. • Threshold and jambsappeared in good condition overall.Observations:• There was no visible flashing above the windows and or doors. Windows and or doors withoutflashing require periodic maintenance of caulking material.• Paint flaking at window sills/frames, recommend repainting to prevent premature decay fromoccurring.


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Paint peeling at window frames6. GradingGrading appeared in good condition overall.

West yard North yard

East yard


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7. ElectricalExterior outlets operate. • Exterior outlets are GFCI protected. • Exterior lights attached to thehouse operate overall.

8. Cable FeedsMaterials: Primary Service is Overhead Service Drop

9. Gas ConditionMeter located at South side. Main Gas shutoff is located to the lower left of the meter.


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Main Gas Shutoff south side10. Exterior Faucet ConditionExterior faucets were in operable condition overall.

11. Pressure70 psi

70 psi


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Decks 1. Deck1East

2. DeckDecking and Visible framing appeared in good condition overall. • Guardrail appeared secure. •Handrail appeared secure.Observations:• Recommend sealing deck wood surfaces.• Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should be configured so that a hand maygrasp around a rail for safety.


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Exterior Stairs 1. StairSteps appeared uniform.Observations:• There is no handrail, recommend installing handrail when there are 4 or more steps as a safetyprecaution.


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Roof 1. Roof ConditionArchitectural Composition shingle. • Roof surface is appeared in good condition overall. • Walkedon roof surface.Type Average life span 30 years for this type surface with proper maintenance and care.Observations:• Moss on roof. This can lead to the premature failure of the roof and subsequent leaks.Recommend treating moss with a moss retarding chemical. Pressure washing is not recommendedas it can damage surface and lessen life span.


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Garage roof and gutters2. FlashingFlashing appeared in good condition overall.

3. ChimneyBrick masonry chimney appeared in good condition overall, chimney height was adequate overall.Observations:• Moss on chimney recommend alleviating to prevent spalling• Cracking in the crown of the chimney, recommend resealing.


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Attic 1 1. AtticAttic access is located in the hallway

2. FramingFraming appeared in good condition overall. There were no visible indications of decay.Observations:• Evidence of past or present leaks, dry at time of the inspection. Monitor for leaks &/or haveroofing contractor evaluate.• At the North side only....There is a whitish and or darkened coloration that possibly could be afungal/mold growth. Conditions are generally a result of excessive moisture at some point orinadequate ventilation. Testing may include surface sampling and air quality testing.Treating/remediation and correction moisture conditions will help prevent future occurrences.Recommend testing be performed.

Evidence of past or present leaks, dry at time ofthe inspection. Monitor for leaks &/or have roofing

contractor evaluate. North side


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Evidence of past or present leaks, dry at time of the inspection. Monitor for leaks &/or have roofingcontractor evaluate. North close up

3. VentilationVentilation appeared adequate overall.

4. Fan/DuctObservations:• Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior, recommend correction. This conditioncan result in mold/fungal growth.


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Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely5. ElectricalObservations:• Abandoned Light• Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing or damaged, which is a potential shock is hazard,recommend cover plates are installed as a safety precaution.

Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing ordamaged, which is a potential shock is hazard,

recommend cover plates are installed as a safetyprecaution. North side

lectrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing


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Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing Abandoned can light6. Insulation ConditionBlown in fiberglass insulation noted.

7. RodentNo visible indications of Rodent Activity.


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General Interior Note 1. General NotesMaterials: Windows in the home are Double panel insulated glass windows. Any deficiencies arenoted in each room section for accessible windows • Doors in the home are considered operationalunless otherwise noted in each room section


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Living Room 1. LocationLocation West

2. Living RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.

3. FireplaceFireplace was wood burning type.Observations:• Creosote buildup in the fireplace, recommend cleaning by licensed chimney sweep before using.• No damper in place


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Kitchen 1. Kitchen RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. Sink and faucets are in operable conditionoverall. Cabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

2. Counter ConditionGranite counter tops are in good condition.

3. CabinetCabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

4. DisposalDisposal operates overall.

5. DishwasherDishwasher was in operable condition.

6. MicrowaveObservations:• Built-in microwave ovens are tested using normal operating controls. Unit was tested andappeared to be serviceable at time of inspection. Leak and/or efficiency testing is beyond the scopeof this inspection. If concerned, client should seek further review by qualified technician prior toclosing.

7. Stove/OvenStove/oven were in operable condition overall. • Gas shutoff is located under stove top.Observations:• All burners did not operate properly when tested. Recommend conditions are investigated furtherby licensed appliance repair company and conditions corrected as required.


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Left rear would not light Oven is operable8. RefrigeratorRefrigerator was in operable condition.

Refrigerator temp Freezer temp9. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

10. ElectricalOutlets are GFCI protected at the counters.

11. Vent ConditionVent fan appears to exhaust to the exterior, part of microwave.

12. HeatingHeat register operates.


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Master Bedroom 1. BedroomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood in good condition overall.Heat register present. Accessible outlets operate. • Windows are thermal pane. • Light fixtureoperates.

2. DoorsObservations:• Entry door does not catch, minor adjustment to strike plate may remedy this condition.


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Entry door does not catch3. HeatingHeat register operates.


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Master Bathroom 1. LocationMaterials: 1st Floor

2. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. •Windows are thermal pane, appeared sealed overall

3. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of the water sources.

4. CountersTile counter tops are in good condition overall.Observations:• Voids in the grout at the back splash, recommend sealing.


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||1||Voids in the grout at the back splash, recommend sealing.5. CabinetsCabinet doors are in operable condition overall.

6. SinksSinks are in operable condition overall.Observations:• Sink drains slow, recommend conditions are corrected.

Sink drains slow7. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.

8. FloorsTile Flooring is in good condition overall.Observations:• Voids in the caulking/grout where flooring butts against shower/tub, recommend resealing toprevent water penetration that can result in wood decay.


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Voids at floor to tub Voids at tub to floor9. TubTub was in good condition overall.Observations:• Jetted Tub• GFCI for spa tub not visible, strongly recommend conditions are investigated further andcorrected as required as this is a hazardous condition.• Access panel not visible for tub equipment. Normally there should be an access panel for tubequipment.• Voids in the caulking/grout where flooring butts against shower/tub, recommend resealing toprevent water penetration that can result in wood decay.

Access panel not visible for tub equipment Voids in caulk


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Voids in caulk Jetted tub in operation10. ShowerShower is in good condition overall.Observations:• Shower grout absorbs moisture when water comes in contact, recommend sealing shower grout.• Voids in the grout between some of the tile, recommend resealing.

Voids in the grout


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Shower grout absorbs moisture11. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.

12. HeatingHeat register operates.

13. WindowsObservations:• Latch hardware did not operate. Recommend investigation and repair as needed by qualifiedwindow contractor.

||1||Latch hardware did not operate. Recommendinvestigation and repair as needed by qualified

window contractor.14. DoorsObservations:• Entry door does not catch, minor adjustment to strike plate may remedy this condition.• Closet door was not installed.


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||1||Entry door does not catch, minor adjustment tostrike plate may remedy this condition.

||1||Closet door was not installed.


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Hall Bathroom1 1. LocationMaterials: 1st Floor

2. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. •There were no visible indications of plumbing deficiencies overall.

3. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of water sources.

4. CountersGranite counter tops are in good condition.

5. CabinetsCabinet doors are in operable condition overall.

6. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.

7. FloorsWood flooring is in good condition overall

8. SinksSinks are in operable condition overall.Observations:• Recommend cleaning Aerator for better water flow.


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Recommend cleaning Aerator for better water flow.9. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.

10. HeatingObservations:• There is no heat source in this room.


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Garage 1. ConditionObservations:• Heavy volume of owner belongings. Inspection of garage was limited

East elevation South elevation

North elevation West elevation


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Interior Inspection was limited2. Floor ConditionMaterials: Flooring is concrete, appeared in good condition overall.

3. Garage DoorsSingle garage door operates, was on auto opener.Observations:• There appears to be an older model garage door opener without safety features, recommendupgrading to a newer model that has safety return features.

Garage door paint peeling


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Heat/AC 1. Heating TypeElectric forced air furnace. there was good air flow at the heat registers and cold air return overall.

2. Heater Location The furnace is located in the basementFurnace is Carrier brand • 11 years of age approximately, average life span is 18 to 22 years.

3. Heating conditionObservations:• Service does not appear to have been performed within the last year, recommend serviced bylicensed HVAC contractor.

Last service 5/23/11

All heat registers tested and have heat


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4. FiltersLocation: Filter located at bottom section of furnaceObservations:• The furnace filter is dirty. Filters clean the air before it passes through the blower and heatexchanger. This helps to keep these furnace components working efficiently. Dirty Filters lessen lifespan of the Heating/AC equipment. It is recommended to change the filter and then regularinspection & maintenance is advised.• There two filter locations the bottom location is not currently used. It's not recommended to useboth at the same time.

Filter location Filter is dirty5. AC Condition

AC Unit installed. Needs exterior compressor and refrigerant lines to be operational


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Plumbing/Water Heater1 1. PlumbingWater lines were copper. • Drain and waste lines were plastic.Observations:• Sewer scoping is recommended by licensed company due to age of home or trees in proximity ofdrain line.

Water temp at kitchen sink 126 degrees2. Water Heater ConditionHeater Type: Electric water heater. • 50 gallons

3. AgeApproximately 10 years of age, average life span is 10 to 12 years.Observations:• Water heater is near end of useful life span, recommend monitoring.


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4. ConditionExpansion tank is in place.Observations:• Seismic straps are not in place/ improperly installed. Normally there should be seismic strapsinstalled at the upper and lower one thirds of the tank.• Water heater does not have a drip pan, at a minimum, recommend installing leak alarm sensor atthe base of the water heater.

5. TPRV ConditionTemperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR Valve) present.


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Electrical 1 1. LocationMaterials: Located in the Family Room

2. Electrical200 AMP service, 4/0 Aluminum service entrance wires.


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3. GroundingElectrical service is grounded and bonded.

4. Wiring TypeBreaker system present. Wiring sizes conform to breaker sizes overall. Smaller branch circuit wiringis copper.

5. Arc Fault CircuitsArc Fault Circuits in the panel for bedroom lights and outlets.


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Foundation/Crawlspaces 1. FoundationContinuous concrete foundation visible portion appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Indications of settling at the foundation, recommend conditions are investigated further andcorrected as required by licensed contractor.

Foundation cracking south side


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Shutoffs 1. Shutoff LocationsObservations:• Water heater water line shutoff is located above the water heater.• Furnace disconnect is located at the front panel of the furnace• Gas Meter shutoff is located at the south side to the lower left of the meter.• Main water shutoff is located at the west wall of basement family room.

Main gas shutoff Furnace electrical disconnect

||2||Water heater water line shutoff is locatedabove the water heater.

Water main shutoff located at West wall basementfamily room


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Equipment 1. Appliances/EquipmentObservations:• Stove• Refrigerator• Dishwasher• Microwave• Disposal• Water Heater• Furnace• Washer• Dryer

Dishwasher ||2||Refrigerator

||2||Stove ||2||Microwave


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||2||Disposal ||2||Furnace

||2||Water Heater ||2||Washer

||2||Dryer


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Report SummaryReport Summary

The summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safetyhazard, a deficiency requiring a major expense to correct or items I would like to draw extra attentionto. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects the opinion ofthe inspector. Please review all pages of the report as the summary alone does not explain all of theissues. All repairs should be done by a licensed & bonded tradesman or qualified professional. Irecommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done.DecksPage 9 Item: 2 Deck • Handrail not graspable. By today's standards, rails should

be configured so that a hand may grasp around a rail forsafety.

Exterior StairsPage 11 Item: 1 Stair • There is no handrail, recommend installing handrail when

there are 4 or more steps as a safety precaution.Attic 1Page 15 Item: 2 Framing • At the North side only....There is a whitish and or darkened

coloration that possibly could be a fungal/mold growth.Conditions are generally a result of excessive moisture atsome point or inadequate ventilation. Testing may includesurface sampling and air quality testing. Treating/remediationand correction moisture conditions will help prevent futureoccurrences. Recommend testing be performed.

Page 16 Item: 4 Fan/Duct • Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior,recommend correction. This condition can result inmold/fungal growth.

Page 17 Item: 5 Electrical • Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing or damaged,which is a potential shock is hazard, recommend cover platesare installed as a safety precaution.

Living RoomPage 20 Item: 3 Fireplace • Creosote buildup in the fireplace, recommend cleaning by

licensed chimney sweep before using.• No damper in place

KitchenPage 21 Item: 7 Stove/Oven • All burners did not operate properly when tested.

Recommend conditions are investigated further by licensedappliance repair company and conditions corrected asrequired.

GaragePage 33 Item: 1 Condition • Heavy volume of owner belongings. Inspection of garage

was limitedPage 34 Item: 3 Garage Doors • There appears to be an older model garage door opener

without safety features, recommend upgrading to a newermodel that has safety return features.

Plumbing/Water Heater1Page 37 Item: 1 Plumbing • Sewer scoping is recommended by licensed company due to

age of home or trees in proximity of drain line.


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Page 38 Item: 4 Condition • Seismic straps are not in place/ improperly installed.Normally there should be seismic straps installed at the upperand lower one thirds of the tank.• Water heater does not have a drip pan, at a minimum,recommend installing leak alarm sensor at the base of thewater heater.

Foundation/CrawlspacesPage 41 Item: 1 Foundation • Indications of settling at the foundation, recommend

conditions are investigated further and corrected as requiredby licensed contractor.

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