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INSPECTION REPORT
For the Property at:
TIMMINS STREETTIMMINS, ON
Prepared for: MICHAEL AYOTTEInspection Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017
Prepared by: Michael Ayotte
Mic's Home Inspection292 Cedar Street NorthTimmins, ON P4N 6J8
705-363-6572
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April 17, 2018
Dear Michael Ayotte,
RE: Report No. 1192Timmins StreetTimmins, ON
Thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection. The inspection itself and the attached report complywith the requirements of the Standards of Practice of our national Association. This document defines the scope of ahome inspection.
Clients sometimes assume that a home inspection will include many things that are beyond the scope. We encourageyou to read the Standards of Practice so that you clearly understand what things are included in the home inspection andreport.
The report has been prepared for the exclusive use of our client. No use by third parties is intended. We will not beresponsible to any parties for the contents of the report, other than the party named herein .
The report is effectively a snapshot of the house, recording the conditions on a given date and time. Home inspectorscannot predict future behavior, and as such, we cannot be responsible for things that occur after the inspection. Ifconditions change, we are available to revisit the property and update our report.
The report itself is copyrighted, and may not be used in whole or in part without our express written permission.
Again, thanks very much for choosing us to perform your home inspection.
Sincerely,
Michael Ayotteon behalf ofMic's Home Inspection
Mic's Home Inspection292 Cedar Street NorthTimmins, ON P4N 6J8
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SUMMARY
This Summary outlines potentially significant issues from a cost or safety standpoint. This section is provided as acourtesy and cannot be considered a substitute for reading the entire report. Please read the complete document.
Priority Maintenance Items
Roofing
SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shinglesCondition: CracksThe shingles are beginning to crack and was disclaimed to be 4 years old. This looks to be a premature failure of theshingle. I recommend to have the shingles verified by a license roofer to determine how many years are left beforereplacement.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: VariousTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediate
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1. Cracked 2. Cracked
3. Cracked 4. Cracked
5. Cracked 6. Cracked
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SLOPED ROOF FLASHINGS \ Pipe/stack flashingsCondition: Installation incorrect (top exposed or bottom buried)I recommend adding another row of shingles at mid point of the pipe flange.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: RearTask: CorrectTime: Discretionary
7. Top of flashing exposed or bottom buried
Exterior
GARAGE \ Door into garage / Man-doorCondition: No self-closerRecommend adding a self closer to the door that separate the home and garage for safety.Implication(s): Hazardous combustion products entering home | Increased fire hazardTask: UpgradeTime: Immediate
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8. No self-closer
Structure
FOUNDATIONS \ GeneralCondition: Typical minor cracksI recommend sealing the cracks to reduce the chances of water penetration or movement during the freezing months.Implication(s): Chance of water entering buildingLocation: Front Right SideTask: Repair Monitor
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SUMMARYTimmins Street, Timmins, ON April 6, 2017 www.timminshomeinspection.com
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9. Typical minor cracks 10. Typical minor cracks
Heating
GAS FURNACE \ Life expectancyCondition: Near end of life expectancyDue to it's age and also it seems to have a difficult time to ignite, I recommend to have the furnace verified by a T.S.S.A.certified installer immediately.Implication(s): Equipment failure | No heat for buildingTask: Further evaluation
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Time: Immediate
11. Near end of life expectancy
Insulation and Ventilation
ATTIC/ROOF \ Roof ventsCondition: DamageThe ridge vents are missing end caps, I recommend adding them to help reduce possible water penetration in the attic.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: VariousTask: RepairTime: Immediate
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12. Damage 13. Damage
14. Damage
Interior
FLOORS \ Ceramic tile, stone, marble, etcCondition: Tiles crackedIn 1988 the code was a 1/4" plywood on top of a 5/8" subfloor nailed with ring nails. That concept has created stressunder the tiles that leads too lose, crack tiles and loose grout. I recommend to re enforce the subfloor when remodeling.Implication(s): Trip or fall hazardLocation: Various Kitchen Hall FoyerTask: Repair or replaceTime: When necessary
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15. Tiles cracked
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WINDOWS \ GeneralCondition: Original lower quality unitsThe windows throughout the home are original. Some are difficult to operate. I recommend upgrading them in the nearfuture.Implication(s): Increased heating costs | Increased maintenance costsLocation: Throughout Basement First Floor Second FloorTask: UpgradeTime: When necessary
This concludes the Summary section.
The remainder of the report describes each of the home's systems and also details any recommendations we have forimprovements. Limitations that restricted our inspection are included as well.
The suggested time frames for completing recommendations are based on the limited information available during apre-purchase home inspection. These may have to be adjusted based on the findings of specialists.
Home Improvement - ballpark costs
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Description
Sloped roofing material:Asphalt shingles
16. Asphalt shingles 17. Asphalt shingles
18. Asphalt shingles 19. Asphalt shingles
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20. Asphalt shingles 21. Asphalt shingles
Limitations
Inspection performed: By walking on roof
Recommendations
SLOPED ROOFING \ Asphalt shingles1. Condition: CracksThe shingles are beginning to crack and was disclaimed to be 4 years old. This looks to be a premature failure of theshingle. I recommend to have the shingles verified by a license roofer to determine how many years are left beforereplacement.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: VariousTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediate
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22. Cracked 23. Cracked
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24. Cracked 25. Cracked
26. Cracked 27. Cracked
SLOPED ROOF FLASHINGS \ Pipe/stack flashings2. Condition: Installation incorrect (top exposed or bottom buried)I recommend adding another row of shingles at mid point of the pipe flange.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: RearTask: CorrectTime: Discretionary
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28. Top of flashing exposed or bottom buried
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Description
Gutter & downspout material: Aluminum
Gutter & downspout discharge: Below grade Above grade
Lot slope: Towards building Flat
Wall surfaces and trim: Vinyl siding
Driveway: Gravel
Deck: Raised
Exterior steps: Concrete Wood
Limitations
Inspection limited/prevented by: Snow / ice / frost
Exterior inspected from: Ground level
Recommendations
ROOF DRAINAGE \ Downspouts3. Condition: Should discharge 6 feet from buildingI recommend extending the downspouts 6 feet away from the building.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: ThroughoutTask: CorrectTime: Less than 1 year
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29. Should discharge 6 feet from building 30. Should discharge 6 feet from building
PORCHES, DECKS, STAIRS, PATIOS AND BALCONIES \ General4. Condition: RotThe rear deck is old but still in fair condition. I recommend changing the rotting planks for safety and staining the wood.Implication(s): Weakened structureLocation: VariousTask: RepairTime: Discretionary
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31. Rot
LANDSCAPING \ Lot grading5. Condition: Improper slope or drainageI recommend sloping the grade away from the building to help reduce the water stress against the foundation wall.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: VariousTask: CorrectTime: Less than 1 year
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32. Improper slope or drainage
GARAGE \ General6. Condition: Typical low quality structureThe bottom walls of the shed are in contact with soil, I recommend to add a pressure treated plate under the wall toprevent rotting.Implication(s): Chance of water entering building | Chance of structural movement | Chance of pests entering building |Physical injuryLocation: RearTask: Repair
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Time: Discretionary
33. Typical low quality structure 34. Typical low quality structure
35. Typical low quality structure
GARAGE \ Door into garage / Man-door7. Condition: No self-closerRecommend adding a self closer to the door that separate the home and garage for safety.Implication(s): Hazardous combustion products entering home | Increased fire hazardTask: UpgradeTime: Immediate
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36. No self-closer
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STRUCTURE
Description
Configuration: Basement
Foundation material: Poured concrete
Floor construction: Joists Wood I-joists
Exterior wall construction: Wood frame
Roof and ceiling framing: Trusses
Limitations
Inspection limited/prevented by: Ceiling, wall and floor coverings
Attic/roof space: Inspected from access hatch
Percent of foundation not visible:95 %
95% of concrete walls are covered from inside.
Recommendations
FOUNDATIONS \ General8. Condition: Typical minor cracksI recommend sealing the cracks to reduce the chances of water penetration or movement during the freezing months.Implication(s): Chance of water entering buildingLocation: Front Right SideTask: Repair Monitor
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37. Typical minor cracks 38. Typical minor cracks
9. Condition: Parging damaged or missingI recommend adding parging at the from of the garage to reduce the chances of further mortar deterioration.Implication(s): Chance of damage to structure | Shortened life expectancy of materialLocation: Front GarageTask: RepairTime: Less than 1 year
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39. Parging damaged or missing
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Description
Service entrance cable and location: Overhead
Service size: 200 Amps (240 Volts)
Main disconnect/service box rating: 200 Amps
Main disconnect/service box type and location:Breakers - basement
40. Breakers - basement
System grounding material and type: Copper - water pipe
Distribution wire material and type: Copper - non-metallic sheathed
Type and number of outlets (receptacles): Grounded - typical
Circuit interrupters: Ground Fault (GFCI) & Arc Fault (AFCI): GFCI - bathroom and exterior
Smoke detectors: Present
Limitations
Panel covers: Disconnect covers are not removed by the building inspector
Circuit labels: The accuracy of the circuit index (labels) was not verified.
Recommendations
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Cover plates10. Condition: MissingI recommend adding a cover plates for safety where missing.Implication(s): Electric shockLocation: Various GarageTask: UpgradeTime: Immediate
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41. Missing 42. Missing
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Lights11. Condition: InoperativeI recommend replacing the burnt bulbs.Implication(s): Inadequate lightingLocation: First Floor Laundry AreaTask: RepairTime: Immediate
43. Inoperative
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM \ Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors12. Condition: NoneImplication(s): Health hazardLocation: ThroughoutTask: UpgradeTime: Immediate
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Description
System type: Furnace
Fuel/energy source: Gas
Furnace manufacturer: Olsen
Heat distribution: Ducts and registers
Approximate age: 29 years
Main fuel shut off at: Meter
Auxiliary heat: Gas fireplace
Chimney/vent: ABS plastic
Mechanical ventilation system for home: The air changer was turn off at the time of the inspection, I recommend tohave the system running prior to closing.
Limitations
Safety devices: Not tested as part of a building inspection
Recommendations
GAS FURNACE \ Life expectancy13. Condition: Near end of life expectancyDue to it's age and also it seems to have a difficult time to ignite, I recommend to have the furnace verified by a T.S.S.A.certified installer immediately.Implication(s): Equipment failure | No heat for buildingTask: Further evaluationTime: Immediate
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44. Near end of life expectancy
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Description
Attic/roof insulation material: Glass fiber
Attic/roof insulation amount/value:R-40
45. R-40 46. R-40
47. R-40 48. R-40
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49. R-40 50. R-40
51. R-40 52. R-40
53. R-40
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Attic/roof air/vapor barrier: Plastic
Attic/roof ventilation: Soffit vent Ridge vent
Wall insulation material: Not determined Not visible
Foundation wall insulation material: Not determined Not visible
Floor above porch/garage insulation material: Not determined Not visible
Limitations
Inspection prevented by no access to:Wall spaceFloor spaceWalls, which were spot checked only
With my thermal imagining camera the wall and attic heat transfer appear to be normal for the age of the home.
Attic inspection performed: From access hatch
Recommendations
ATTIC/ROOF \ Roof vents14. Condition: DamageThe ridge vents are missing end caps, I recommend adding them to help reduce possible water penetration in the attic.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: VariousTask: RepairTime: Immediate
54. Damage 55. Damage
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56. Damage
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Description
Water supply source: Public
Service piping into building: Copper
Supply piping in building: Copper
Main water shut off valve at the:Basement
Located beside the hot water heater.
57. Basement
Water heater type: Rental
Water heater fuel/energy source: Gas
Water heater manufacturer: GSW
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58. GSW
Tank capacity: 189 liters
Water heater approximate age: 11 years
Waste and vent piping in building: ABS plastic
Floor drain location:Near heating system
59. Near heating system
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Limitations
Items excluded from a building inspection: Concealed plumbing The performance of floor drains or clotheswashing machine drains
Recommendations
FIXTURES AND FAUCETS \ Basin, sink and laundry tub15. Condition: Surface defectsImplication(s): Hygiene issueLocation: Second Floor BathroomTask: Repair or replaceTime: When necessary
60. Surface defects
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Description
Major floor finishes: Hardwood Ceramic Vinyl
Windows: Sliders Casement
Glazing: Double
Limitations
Not included as part of a building inspection:Cosmetic issuesPerimeter drainage tile around foundation, if any
Unable to determine the effectiveness of the weeping tiles and the exterior foundation wall damp proofing membrane.
Recommendations
WALLS \ Plaster or drywall16. Condition: CrackedThe corner of the kitchen pantry has settled, I recommend monitoring the corner. If it worsen you should call a structureengineer for repairs.Location: KitchenTask: MonitorTime: Ongoing
61. Cracked 62. Cracked
FLOORS \ Ceramic tile, stone, marble, etc17. Condition: Tiles crackedIn 1988 the code was a 1/4" plywood on top of a 5/8" subfloor nailed with ring nails. That concept has created stressunder the tiles that leads too lose, crack tiles and loose grout. I recommend to re enforce the subfloor when remodeling.Implication(s): Trip or fall hazardLocation: Various Kitchen Hall FoyerTask: Repair or replace
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Time: When necessary
63. Tiles cracked
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WINDOWS \ General18. Condition: Original lower quality unitsThe windows throughout the home are original. Some are difficult to operate. I recommend upgrading them in the nearfuture.Implication(s): Increased heating costs | Increased maintenance costsLocation: Throughout Basement First Floor Second FloorTask: UpgradeTime: When necessary
BASEMENT \ Wet basement - evidence19. Condition: EfflorescenceMinor efflorescence noted at the back wall. Possibly re grading may solve the issue, if not I recommend you call afoundation specialist to verify the exterior damp proof membrane.Implication(s): Chance of water damage to contents, finishes and/or structureLocation: Various BasementTask: Further evaluationTime: If necessary
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64. Efflorescence 65. Efflorescence
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REFERENCE LIBRARY
The links below connect you to a series of documents that will help you understand your home and how it works. Theseare in addition to links attached to specific items in the report.
Click on any link to read about that system.
01. ROOFING, FLASHINGS AND CHIMNEYS
02. EXTERIOR
03. STRUCTURE
04. ELECTRICAL
05. HEATING
06. COOLING/HEAT PUMPS
07. INSULATION
08. PLUMBING
09. INTERIOR
10. APPLIANCES
11. LIFE CYCLES AND COSTS
12. SUPPLEMENTARY
Asbestos
Radon
Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI)
Lead
Carbon Monoxide
Mold
Household Pests
Termites and Carpenter Ants
13. HOME SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE
14. MORE ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS
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