Repair/replace Items

• E1-2 Exterior:

  Wood decay was noted in a couple areas on the exterior. Have a qualified person repair as necessary.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  Back left corner

  

  

  

  

  	Back left corner

• E1-6 Exterior:

  A wall vent on the exterior of the home is missing a louver. Have a qualified person repair or replace as necessary.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  Left side

  Left side

• G-2 Garage:

  The door from the house to the garage should have a self-closing device or spring loaded hinges installed on it to keep it closed when not in use. This helps slow the spread of fire and smoke into the house in case of fire.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  Example of a spring loaded hinge

  

  Example of a self closing device

  Example of a spring loaded hinge

  Example of a self closing device

• G-3 Garage:
  

  The pulldown ladder in the garage does not appear to be a fire rated model. This represents a breach in the fire separation of the house and garage. I recommend adding 5/8" drywall to the face of the plywood panel to slow the spread of fire should one break out in the garage.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  
• R-6 Roof:

  One of the downspout drains is damaged. Have a qualified person repair as necessary.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  Front right corner

  Front right corner

• R-7 Roof:

  The downspout of the back left corner of the house is loose. Resecure as necessary.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  
• A-2 Attic:

  Some of the insulation in the attic has been compromised or pushed around by workers. Re-distribute or add insulation as needed to ensure equal distribution.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  
• E-2 Electrical:
  

  Screws with sharp ends, like wood screws, are not recommended to secure the dead-front cover to the electric panel as these can damage wiring insulation. Replace the current sharp screws with blunt-tipped screws.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  
• I-1 Interior:

  A loose piece of baseboard trim was noted in the laundry area. Have a qualified person repair as necessary.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  
• K-1 Kitchen:

  There is no visible air gap or high loop installed on the dishwasher drain hose. A dishwasher air gap serves as a safety feature to prevent contaminated water from flowing back into the dishwasher and potentially causing health hazards. When a dishwasher drains, it pumps out wastewater that is full of food particles and other debris. This wastewater flows into the kitchen sink drain and is carried away by the plumbing system. However, if there is a blockage or backup in the plumbing system, this wastewater can flow back into the dishwasher, contaminating it with harmful bacteria and other pathogens. A dishwasher air gap device works by creating a literal air gap between the dishwasher drain hose and the plumbing system. This prevents contaminated water from flowing back into the dishwasher if there is a blockage or backup in the plumbing system. If an air gap cannot be installed, at least run the drain line as high up in the cabinet as possible to create a high loop. (This was an older way of protecting the dishwasher before air gap devices were required).

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  
• CS-3 Crawl Space:

  One of the crawl space vent screens is damaged and could allow rodent entry. Use 1/4 inch wire mesh screen and be sure all openings are well sealed to prevent rodent entry.

  Recommended contractor:

  Handyman

  

  

  Right side

  Right side