FIREPLACE/CHIMNEY                                                                                        Note: Due to the routing and offsets of the flue, only a short area could be reviewed from the damper area. A complete review can be accomplished by a chimney sweep.

ELECTRICAL
Note: With the exception of the main breaker panel, a condenser disconnect box and wall receptacles, no other equipment or component covers are removed or opened to check electrical wiring. Attic insulation and shrouds/covers are not removed to determine if fans are correctly installed. Only visible electrical components which are interior to or attached to the exterior walls of the home were inspected. Wiring and all associated components underground, interior to walls, floors and ceilings, not attached to the home or not readily visible in the attic, or otherwise inaccessible or hidden from view, could not be observed by the Inspector and are excluded from this inspection. Discrepancies related to the electrical system should be considered as safety hazards.

Note: GFCI's (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) are modern electrical devices, either a receptacle or a circuit breaker, which is designed to protect people from electric shock. GFCI's are now required in wet or damp environments. In the event of a fault in an appliance that you are touching, the GFCI would detect the current that passes through your body to ground, and shut the circuit off, protecting you from a potentially fatal shock. We strongly recommend that all receptacles located in the Kitchen, Baths, Garage, at Spas, Hot Tubs, Fountains, Pools, crawl spaces and outdoors be upgraded to the ground fault circuit interrupter type. This should be done by a qualified, licensed electrician.

Note: GFCI's should be tested regularly, as some are known to deteriorate and lock in the hot position. Faulty and/or malfunctioning GFCI breakers and receptacles should be replace immediately. Appliances such as refrigerators should not be put on GFCI's, as a nuisance trip of the device will cause the loss of food.

Note: The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends one smoke alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a smoke alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, and finished attics, where temperatures remain between 40 and 100 degrees F.

Note: The built in test button when present only verifies proper battery and horn function, but does not test smoke sensor. We suggest that the units be tested with real or simulated smoke at move-in and that fresh batteries be installed as required and tested monthly as recommended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

HEATING
Note: full evaluation of the integrity of a heat exchanger requires dismantling of the
furnace and is beyond the scope of a visual inspection.

AIR-CONDITIONING
Ac units should be serviced yearly by a licensed HVAC company. This will ensure the systems will run at there peak efficiency and last longer than expected. A good time to start is prior to move in.

NOTE: We DO NOT inspect the air-conditioning coils. This would require dismantling and is considered out side the scope of a visual inspection. A licensed HVAC company should inspect and clean at regular services intervals.

NOTE: We DO NOT check to see if the ducts have been properly balanced (all rooms heated and cooled to the same temperatures) This would require an technically exhaustive inspection by a licensed HVAC company.

NOTE: Window A/C units are not inspected.
Unit(s) are not inspected for cleanliness and/or for rust.
Recommend the filter be cleaned or changed on a regular basis.
Units are not inspected for proper size or efficiency.
Units are not disassembled or opened for inspection.

NOTE: Air filters should be replaced upon move in and every month there after. This will help keep the system running efficiently.

PLUMBING
Note: Only visible plumbing components which are interior to or attached to the exterior walls of the home were inspected. Plumbing and all associated plumbing components under ground, interior to walls, floors and ceilings, not attached to the home or not readily visible in the attic, or otherwise inaccessible or hidden from view, could not be observed by this Inspector and are excluded form this inspection. All plumbing repairs noted in the"Plumbing System" category should be performed by a qualified and licensed plumbing contractor.

Note: In new home construction and homes in new subdivisions, dirt, flux and other debris may enter the water supply lines. This may require periodic cleaning of the strainers at the faucets to ensure proper operation. It is also recommended that bottled drinking water be used for drinking the first few months to allow the water supply lines an opportunity to flush all the metals and other contaminates out of the system.

Note: While some water was run down the drains, this cannot simulate the waste flows characteristic of full occupancy. There may be partial blockage of the sanitary drain lines buried in the yard, from broken pipes or tree roots. Examination of such partial blockage is beyond the scope of this inspection. If drain stoppages occur, you should bring this to your builders attention immediately

Note: Do to the fact that the inspector cannot see the end of the T&P discharge line from the water heater, We do not test the valve. This is considered unsafe.

Note: Environmental testing of the whirlpool equipment is not included as part of this inspection. Health problems have been directly linked to bacterial growth in the distribution lines of the tub equipment. I recommend that you consult the manufacture of the equipment for additional maintenance information and cleaning instructions prior to using the tub.

Note: We do not test for shower pan leaks. A shower pan test would take 24 hours to perform and is out side the scope of this inspection.