HouseNspect iNspect REPORTroof conscientiously, and even attempt to approximate its age, but we will not predict its remaining life expectancy, or guarantee that it will not leak

HouseNspect iNspectionREPORTiNspected once, iNspected right Serving St. George - Cedar City, UT - and surrounding communities

Nspector: W. Michael Chris 435-467-2990 EMail: [email protected]

This report has been produced in accordance with our signed contract and is subject to the terms and conditions agreed upon therein. Allprinted comments and the opinions expressed herein are those of the Inspection Company. Page: 6 of 36

• Satisfactory - Functional at the time of inspection. Element condition is sufficiency for its minimumrequired function. Element is in working or operating order with not readily evidence of substantial defect.

• Fair - Functional at the time of inspection but with limitations and/or exceptions. Element exhibits anexisting defect or has a high potential for a defect to develop, is near or beyond its normal design life, hasa limited service life, and/or was does not meet normal condition expectations.

• Poor - Not functional at the time of inspection or exhibiting conditions conducive to imminent failure.Element shows considerable wear or has a substantial defect, is missing when it should be present, and/or is not in working or operating order.

• Not Checked (Not Evaluated) - Element was disconnected or de-energized, was not accessible, was notvisible, exhibited improper or unsafe conditions for inspection, was outside scope of the inspection, and/or was not inspected due to other factors, stated or otherwise.

• Not Applicable - Elements or components were not present, were not observed, are not within the scopeof the inspection, and/or were not inspected due to other factors, stated or otherwise.

• Limitations - Items listed under Limitations indicate conditions that may have impeded completion of astandard limited time/scope inspection pursuant to industry standards. If removal or elimination of thelimitation occurs, inspection prior to closing is advised.

Roof System - Section 3Notice: There are many different roof types, which we evaluate by walking on their surfaces. If we are unable orunwilling to do this for any reason, we will indicate the method that was used to evaluate them. Every roof willwear differently relative to its age, the number of its layers, the quality of its material, the method of itsapplication, its exposure to direct sunlight or other prevalent weather conditions, and its maintenance. Regardlessof its design-life, every roof is only as good as the waterproof membrane beneath it, which is concealed andcannot be examined without removing the roof material, and this is equally true of almost all roofs. In fact, thematerial on the majority of pitched roofs is not designed to be waterproof only water-resistant. However, whatremains true of all roofs is that, whereas their condition can be evaluated, it is virtually impossible for anyone todetect a leak except as it is occurring or by specific water tests, which are beyond the scope of our service. Evenwater stains on ceilings, or on the framing within attics, will not necessarily confirm an active leak without somecorroborative evidence, and such evidence can be deliberately concealed.Consequently, only the installer can credibly guarantee that a roof will not leak, and they do. We evaluate everyroof conscientiously, and even attempt to approximate its age, but we will not predict its remaining lifeexpectancy, or guarantee that it will not leak. Naturally, the sellers or the occupants of a residence will generallyhave the most intimate knowledge of the roof and of its history. Therefore, we recommend that you ask thesellers about it, and that you either include comprehensive roof coverage in your home insurance policy, or thatyou obtain a roof certification from an established local roofing company.

3.01 - PRIMARY ROOF:

Style: Gable.Type: Tile, Concrete or Clay. According to industry experts

in the U.S., the design life is 50 years or more.Inspected Method: Walked on roof.Roof Covering Status: The following was

observed at the tileroof covering: BrokenTile(s), Tile(s) haveSlipped from position.May need nails and/oradhesive to hold in place,Chipped and/or Crackedtile(s). - see photo(s) below Tiles that are chipped or hairline cracked are not




considered damaged and thus not reported.The house inspector's opinion of the condition of theroof by his visual roof inspection is meant as ageneral guideline only and does not constitute aformal roof certification. Some deficiencies such asleaks may or may not be visible on the day of thisinspection. Accordingly, it does not include anyguarantees against leaking nor the need for roofrepairs or replacement. This visual roof inspection isa visual inspection of obvious defects, damagedshingles, damaged flashing etc it is not intended toinclude missing flashing in areas that only a rooferwould be able to consider needed.If a precise estimate of the current condition andremaining usefulness of the roof is needed thencontact a licensed roofer for a full technicalevaluation prior to closing and prior to younegotiating a price for repair with the home owner.Be advised that a licensed roof may find things heconsiders defects or concerns that this homeinspector did not call out due to the extensivetraining the roofer has in his profession. Concretetile roofs this inspector will call out broken ormissing tiles.




3.02 - SECONDARY ROOF:

Location: Entry.Style: Very Low Sloped Roofs - Due to the low slope of

this type of roofing, they are particularly prone toleakage due to improper installation, ponding orpoor maintenance. They generally require moremaintenance than sloped roofing and anydeficiencies, even minor ones, should be attended topromptly. We recommend a roofing contractor withexperience in this type of roofing inspect thisroofing. Because of the foregoing, we offer nowarranty that this roof is watertight.

Type: Rolled composition. According to industry experts inthe U.S., the design life is 15 - 20 years.

Inspected Method: Viewed from primary roof.Roof Covering Status: Satisfactory,

recommend cleaningdebris, see photo(s)

3.04 - EXPOSED FLASHINGS:

Type: Metal.Condition: Satisfactory.

3.05 - PLUMBING STACK(S):

Condition: Satisfactory.

3.06 - VENTILATION:

Type: Passive venting is installed.




Condition: Satisfactory.

3.09 - CHIMNEYS/VENTS:

Material: Vents: Metal.Condition: Vents: Poor, Missing cap,

see photo(s)

3.09 - GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS:

Type: Full.Condition: Satisfactory, with noted

exception, boots/shoesmissing at bottom ofdownspouts, see photo(s)below. Noted at most ofthe downspouts whatappears to beunderground drainageinto ground, see photo(s) below.Please Note: Determining if guttering leaks orslopes correctly is not part of this inspection. Theonly way to determine whether a guttering isabsolutely water tight, or slopes correctly is toobserve it during a prolonged rainfall. Most of thetime, in this region, this situation is not presentduring the inspection.

Exterior Elements - Section 4Notice: Areas hidden from view by finished walls or stored items can not be judged and are not a part of thisinspection.Minor cracks are typical in many foundations and most do not represent a structural problem. If major cracks arepresent along with bowing, we routinely recommend further evaluation be made by a qualified structural engineer.All exterior grades should allow for surface and roof water to flow away from the foundation.All concrete floor slabs experience some degree of cracking due to shrinkage in the drying process. In mostinstances floor coverings prevent recognition of cracks or settlement in all but the most severe cases.Where carpeting and other floor coverings are installed, the materials and condition of the flooring underneathcannot be determined.

4.01 - SIDING (Main):

Material: Stone and/or cultured stone.

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HouseNspect iNspect REPORTroof conscientiously, and even attempt to approximate its age, but we will not predict its remaining life expectancy, or guarantee that it will not leak