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City Homes & Building Inspection

714-983-HOME (4663)

 

                          

 

 

Exterior:

  • Grading & drainage issues

  • Driveways, sidewalks, patio, lanai, porch, sunroom

  • Exterior walls, siding, trim, foundation, crawl space, windows, doors, chimney

  • Hose bibs

  • Presence of significant settlement or structural issues

Roof:

  • Type, age, general condition

  • Life expectancy

  • Quality of installation

  • Needed repairs, evidence of leakage

  • Condition of roof covering, flashings, gutters, soffits, vents

Attic:

  • Type of construction

  • Quality of installation & condition of roof system

  • Indication of roof leaks

  • Hurricane tie down straps - presence & installation

  • Amount of insulation & ventilation

  • Wiring -splices, junction box, safety concerns, or hazards

  • A/C ducts - condition, installation, placement

  • Pest activity or damage

Electrical:

  • Entrance wires - placement & grounding

  • Main electrical panel - size, type, & condition of wiring, breakers

  • Size, condition, type of wiring used throughout the house

  • Electrical Sub Panels - Pools, electrical equipment

  • Hazards & safety concerns

  • Lights, switches, appliances

  • Outlets throughout the house

  • GFCI circuit protection

Interior:

  • Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows

  • Structural concerns, water intrusion

  • Presence of smoke alarms

  • Fireplaces

Structural:

  • Type of construction - masonry, wood frame, etc

  • Additions

  • Wood destroying organism activity or damage

  • Foundation - slab, crawl space - structural components.

Heating/AC:

  • Type of unit - i.e. heat pump, AC with heat strips

  • Air handler

  • Age, condition, manufacturer, operation

  • Evaluation of system function

  • Ducts - type, condition, defects, air flow

Kitchen:

  • Ceilings, floors, doors, walls

  • Counter tops, cabinets, sink, garbage disposal, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator, microwaves, built-in appliances

Plumbing:

  • Location of meter

  • Indications of system leaks

  • Location of Main shut off valve

  • Supply lines, drain lines, valves, fixtures, sinks, toilets, showers, shower pans, tubs, garbage disposal, dishwasher & sprinkler system

  • Age, condition, water volume & flow, operation & presence of leaks

  • Sewer venting

  • Water heater - location, manufacturer, type, size, age, condition, safety concerns

Swimming Pool:

  • Main shell, decking - structural deficiencies, cosmetic condition

  • Filter, pumps, blowers, plumbing, heater, electrical controls, spa/hot tub

  • Age, condition, manufacturer, operation, safety issues

  • Enclosure - condition, bonding to pump

Sprinkler Systems:

  • City, well or reclaimed water

  • Pump, motor

  • Operation, zones, heads, coverage

Garage:

  • Ceilings, floors, doors, walls

  • Structure or maintenance issues

  • Attic stairs

Bathrooms:

  • Ceilings, floors, doors, walls

           Counter tops, vanities, cabinets, toilet, sink, tub, shower, built-            in appliances.