Wood Destroying Organisms
This report includes a structural pest inspection embedded within the report. All observations in this report that begin with WDO are a part of a State Pest Inspection. Diligence Inspections employs Ryan Horton, Licensed Structural Pest Inspector ##. Please note that most WDO observations are related to high moisture conditions that could be conducive to mold-like substances. Diligence Inspections is not a mold specialist and recommends consulting with an industrial hygienist or other mold remediation expert if concerned about mold or indoor air quality.
Summary
Improves
- EG-4 Exterior/Garage:
Some of the penetrations in the siding do not have adequate mounting blocks. For penetrations in the building envelope such as hose bibs and holes 1½ inch diameter or larger, such as dryer vents, a block shall be installed around the point of penetration. Blocking should be a minimum 3 in.. radius greater than the radius of the penetration. To install a block around an existing penetration, it may be necessary to cut the block into two pieces. In this case, weather-cut the trim to fit it into place. Install flashing over the top of the trim block. Penetrations through a building envelope are made to accommodate needs such as hose bibs, dryer and furnace vents, electrical conduit, etc. It is important to restore the weather-resistant barrier of the home after cutting a hole for the penetration.