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Design FlawDesign Flaw
Failing DeckFailing Deck
IngenuityIngenuity
Spray foam does not keep rodents outSpray foam does not keep rodents out
Sunroom over fireplace exhaustSunroom over fireplace exhaust
Ttime for chimney repairTtime for chimney repair
Vegetation can promote moisture damageVegetation can promote moisture damage
Doors not quite lining upDoors not quite lining up
Green mold in atticGreen mold in attic
Not the worst support beam fail we've seenNot the worst support beam fail we've seen
Sump pump should not drain into showerSump pump should not drain into shower
That's a lot of ventsThat's a lot of vents
Toilet not lined up with wallToilet not lined up with wall
Adding concrete slab prevents deteriorationAdding concrete slab prevents deterioration
Deteriorated Soffit vent | home for waspsDeteriorated Soffit vent | home for wasps
Duct tape is not the answewr!Duct tape is not the answewr!
Radon MitigationRadon Mitigation
Replace weather strips annually | Save on HVACReplace weather strips annually | Save on HVAC
Screw jacks should be replacedScrew Jacks should be replaced
Garage Wall Beginning to CollapseGarage Wall Beginning to Collapse
Heat Damage and Mold in this atticHeat Damage and Mold in this attic
Replace flexible vent with straight pipeReplace flexible vent with straight pipe
We use moisture meter on all stainsWe use moisture meter on all stains
Sump pump doesn't drain anywhereSump pump doesn't drain anywhere
Hard WaterHard Water
Garage door opener wired with extension cordGarage door opener wired with extension cord
EgressEgress
Checking Water PressureChecking Water Pressure
Deck boards missing joist hangersDeck boards missing joist hangers
Deteriorated support post & fenceDeteriorated support post & fence
Tree should be trimmed away from houseTree should be trimmed away from house
AC damaged due to dog urineAC damaged due to dog urine
Extensive deterioration of plywood on roofExtensive deterioration of plywood on roof
Failing exhaust pipe letting carbon monoxide in houseFailing exhaust pipe letting carbon monoxide in house
Gas fireplace needs servicingGas fireplace needs servicing
High levels of moisture and current leakingHigh levels of moisture and current leaking
Improper gutter installationImproper gutter installation
Power vent incorrectly installed on water heaterPower vent incorrectly installed on water heater
Signs of water damageSigns of water damage
Thermal imaging to identify moisture or overloaded circuitsThermal imaging to identify moisture or overloaded circuits
We suggest adding insulation on exposed refrigerant linesWe suggest adding insulation on exposed refrigerant lines
Clogged GuttersClogged Gutters
Leaking Water HeaterLeaking Water Heater
Moldy Surfaces That Need Cleaned and SealedMoldy Surfaces That Need Cleaned and Sealed
Sidewalk Pitched Toward HouseSidewalk Pitched Toward House
Vegetation and OvergrowthVegetation and Overgrowth
Asbestos SidingAsbestos Siding
Caulking will prevent further water penetrationCaulking will prevent further water penetration
Drum traps collect debris & cause slow drainageDrum traps collect debris & cause slow drainage
Flex drains often clog & should be replacedFlex drains often clog & should be replaced
Garage door does not open all the wayGarage door does not open all the way
Garage firewall lacking integrityGarage firewall lacking integrity
Loose railingLoose railing
Stairs with uneven riser heightsStairs with uneven riser heights
Driveway SealingDriveway Sealing
Moisture stains worth investigatingMoisture stains worth investigating
Possible safety hazard of asbestos on duct jointsPossible safety hazard of asbestos on duct joints
Rubber boot connectors have tendency to leakRubber boot connectors have tendency to leak
Stress relief clamps needed to prevent wire damageStress relief clamps needed to prevent wire damage
Vegetation too close to homeVegetation too close to home
4 year old water heater has leaked and rusted4 year old water heater has leaked and rusted
AC ruined by dog urineAC ruined by dog urine
Antiquated electrical panelAntiquated electrical panel
Broken GuttersBroken Gutters
Failed FirewallFailed Firewall
Holes should be drilled through joists & wires through themHoles should be drilled through joists & wires through them
Inadequate water pressureInadequate water pressure
Installing fasteners at joints & base prevents separation of vent stackInstalling fasteners at joints & base prevents separation of vent stack
Leaking window wellLeaking window well
Extremely bowed garage wallExtremely bowed garage wall
Flex drains are subject to clogging and should be replacedFlex drains are subject to clogging and should be replaced
Friendly reminder to clean out those gutters before snow and freezeFriendly reminder to clean out those gutters before snow and freeze
Outlets need cover plates to prevent shocks & child safetyOutlets need cover plates to prevent shocks & child safety
Red flags dishwasher not draining filled with old dirty waterRed flags dishwasher not draining filled with old dirty water
Replacing an outlet cost less than $10Replacing an outlet cost less than $10
Gas line feeding from meter fully exposed to elementsGas line feeding from meter fully exposed to elements
When sidewalk is pitched toward home it increases risk of basement seepageWhen sidewalk is pitched toward home it increases risk of basement seepage
Double tapping wires can overloadDouble tapping wires can overload
Galvanized pipes can rust and cause restrictionsGalvanized pipes can rust and cause restrictions
Heat from grill is warping vinyl sidingHeat from grill is warping vinyl siding
Need to clean molded surfacesNeed to clean molded surfaces
Need to seal seams and divert waterNeed to seal seams and divert water
Raised window wells with dome coversRaised window wells with dome covers
Reminder to clean ducts annuallyReminder to clean ducts annually
Rubber boot connectors tend to leakRubber boot connectors tend to leak
Rusted and unusable furnaceRusted and unusable furnace
4-yr-old water heater already leaking4-yr-old water heater already leaking
100-yr-old boiler100-yr-old boiler
Aluminum gutter split apart by iceAluminum gutter split apart by ice
Deck screws were used instead of trim nailsDeck screws were used instead of trim nails
Duct tape for the winDuct tape for the win
Electric mast pulling away from house due to tree branch dropping on wiresElectric mast pulling away from house due to tree branch dropping on wires
Kitchen vent filled with wasp nestsKitchen vent filled with wasp nests
This basement ceiling is falling inThis basement ceiling is falling in
We always recommend duct cleaningWe always recommend duct cleaning
Yikes! Fixture supply lines being used directly off the main water feedYikes! Fixture supply lines being used directly off the main water feed
Operational but not up to standards and codeOperational but not up to standards and code
Overhead door and access door come in contact when usedOverhead door and access door come in contact when used
New construction property the day before final walk throughNew construction property the day before final walk through
Flexible pipe should be replaced with straight pipe for proper dryer ventiliationFlexible pipe should be replaced with straight pipe for proper dryer ventiliation
Missing J channel trimMissing J channel trim
Dome covers on lower window wells will prevent water entrDome covers on lower window wells will prevent water entr
Deteriorated siding due to lack of kick out flashingDeteriorated siding due to lack of kick out flashing
Chain link fence is installed upside downChain link fence is installed upside down
AC Condenser Unit Needs CleanedAC Condenser Unit Needs Cleaned
Evidence of mice in attic insulationEvidence of mice in attic insulation
Missing spindleMissing spindle
Outlets should be mounted to prevent stress on wiringOutlets should be mounted to prevent stress on wiring
Regular HVAC cleaning improves efficiencyRegular HVAC cleaning improves efficiency
This area has high levels of moistureThis area has high levels of moisture
Window is taped shut with signs of moistureWindow is taped shut with signs of moisture
Wood shakes need replacedWood shakes need replaced
Caulking around faucet prevents water infiltrationCaulking around faucet prevents water infiltration
Clean dryer vents for safety and efficiencyClean dryer vents for safety and efficiency
A birds nest on a light fixture is a fire hazardA birds nest on a light fixture is a fire hazard
Disposal power is improperly splicedDisposal power is improperly spliced
Extensive sloping of houseExtensive sloping of house
HVAC unit with carbon monoxide levels above 100ppmHVAC unit with carbon monoxide levels above 100ppm
Rim joist held by only nailsRim joist held by only nails
Sink drain stopper is non-operational
Structural concernStructural concern
Water main is protruding on drivewayWater main is protruding on driveway
Extensive deterioration on chimney stackExtensive deterioration on chimney stack
Fixture not securely mountedFixture not securely mounted
Sidewalk pitched toward the houseSidewalk pitched toward the house
Sump pump drain should extend at least 6ft from foundationSump pump drain should extend at least 6ft from foundation
Warped support beamWarped support beam
Window Hardware is damaged and misalignedWindow Hardware is damaged and misaligned
Air Register not secured to ceiling properlyAir Register not secured to ceiling properly
Wasp nest in gable ventWasp nest in gable vent
Use correct size filter for proper operationUse correct size filter for proper operation
Time to repoint the chimneyTime to repoint the chimney
Thermostat should not be near heat sourceThermostat should not be near heat source
Staining below main floor toilet from past leakingStaining below main floor toilet from past leaking
Siding shouldn't be doing thatSiding shouldn't be doing that
Shower diverter does not fully engageShower diverter does not fully engage
Replace humidifier pads for a healthy houseReplace humidifier pads for a healthy house
Post in basement not secured to the beamPost in basement not secured to the beam
Nothing should be growing from roofNothing should be growing from roof
Loose, missing and deteriorated bricksLoose, missing and deteriorated bricks
Loose sections and gaps need to be repairedLoose sections and gaps need to be repaired
Lifting and cracking in deck footingsLifting and cracking in deck footings
Large break at less than 60ft. Don't skip the sewer scope inspectionLarge break at less than 60ft. Don't skip the sewer scope inspection
Improperly sloped vent pipes can be safety hazardImproperly sloped vent pipes can be safety hazard
Filling gap between driveway and garage slab will prevent settling and deteriorationFilling gap between driveway and garage slab will prevent settling and deterioration
Deterioration of plywoodDeterioration of plywood
Broken sewer pipe letting sewer gas enter houseBroken sewer pipe letting sewer gas enter house
Asphalt shingles past their life spanAsphalt shingles past their life span
Close EnoughClose Enough
Exterior Exhaust Vent As Heat VentExterior Exhaust Vent As Heat Vent
Inaccessible BasementInaccessible Basement
Leaking From 4yr Old Water HeaterLeaking From 4yr Old Water Heater
Mold In Garages, Crawl Spaces, AtticsMold In Garages, Crawl Spaces, Attics
Overhead Wire in TreesOverhead Wire in Trees
Regular Exterior Cleaning is ImportantRegular Exterior Cleaning is Important
Remember, Clean Airducts AnnuallyRemember, Clean Airducts Annually
Remember to Clean & Service Your Air Exchange SystemRemember to Clean & Service Your Air Exchange System
Replace Flexible Vent Pipe with Straight PipeReplace Flexible Vent Pipe with Straight Pipe
Rusted Deteriorated Door Track Ends Are CommonRusted Deteriorated Door Track Ends Are Common
Seems UnneccessarySeems Unneccessary
Some Things Are Best Done ProfessionallySome Things Are Best Done Professionally
Something's MissingSomething's Missing
Standard Water Heater Incorrectly VentedStandard Water Heater Incorrectly Vented
Structural Movement On FoundationStructural Movement On Foundation
Time For A New RoofTime For A New Roof
Townhome Attic Missing Separation WallTownhome Attic Missing Separation Wall
Vents Aren't VentingVents Aren't Venting
Water Temperature Is Too HighWater Temperature Is Too High
We Suggest Sealing around Mast & PostWe Suggest Sealing around Mast & Post
Weathering & Paint DeteriorationWeathering & Paint Deterioration
You Can't Make This Stuff UpYou Can't Make This Stuff Up
Duck tape is not the same as heat tapeDuck tape is not the same as heat tape
Evidence of mouse activityEvidence of mouse activity
Extensive deteriorationExtensive deterioration
Fire rating on garage wall is compromisedFire rating on garage wall is compromised
Having heat vent in garage compromises firewallHaving heat vent in garage compromises firewall
Leaking gutterLeaking gutter
Leaking pipe fittingLeaking pipe fitting
Leaking shower head connectionLeaking shower head connection
Moisture deterioration on wallsMoisture deterioration on walls
Radon mitigation system. EPA recommends testing home every 2 yearsRadon mitigation system. EPA recommends testing home every 2 years
Too much spacing between spindlesToo much spacing between spindles
Water damage under sink from past leaking and evidence of mouse activity
We check outlets to verify they are grounded for safetyWe check outlets to verify they are grounded for safety
Window wells should be cleaned and covered to prevent deteriorating window frameWindow wells should be cleaned and covered to prevent deteriorating window frame
Abandaned wiring should be properly removedAbandaned wiring should be properly removed
Bad water heater - just 2 years oldBad water heater - just 2 years old
Deck not done by experienced contractorDeck not done by experienced contractor
Evidence of rodent activity in soffitEvidence of rodent activity in soffit
Extremely rusted furnaceExtremely rusted furnace
Gutter system needs extensions to ensure proper drainage away from foundationGutter system needs extensions to ensure proper drainage away from foundation
Improper wiring at garbage disposalImproper wiring at garbage disposal
Inadequate water pressureInadequate water pressure
Leaking at test hole on water heaterLeaking at test hole on water heater
Plexiglass window installed to hide damaged windowPlexiglass window installed to hide damaged window
Sheet rock on underside of pull down ladder will help maintain integrity of firewallSheet rock on underside of pull down ladder will help maintain integrity of firewall
Staining and deterioration on frame from moistureStaining and deterioration on frame from moisture
We check functionality of every appliance in homeWe check functionality of every appliance in home
WindowWindow
Wasp nest in fresh air intake ventWasp nest in fresh air intake vent
Vent pipe improperly venting into atticVent pipe improperly venting into attic
Unsecured tub spout can cause breakage and leakingUnsecured tub spout can cause breakage and leaking
Staining and deterioration around main floor drain lines.Staining and deterioration around main floor drain lines.
Soft deteriorated window frameSoft deteriorated window frame
Missing downspoutMissing downspout
Fog and condensation in window means less insulating capabilityFog and condensation in window means less insulating capability
Fan light pulling off its mountFan light pulling off its mount
Evidence of past mouse activity in wall insulationEvidence of past mouse activity in wall insulation
Clogged soffit ventsClogged soffit vents
Bowing of walls is structural concernBowing of walls is structural concern
Extreme settling and cracking in garage floorExtreme settling and cracking in garage floor
Driveway shows extensise wearDriveway shows extensise wear
Dented gutter from tree being too close to houseDented gutter from tree being too close to house
Temporary repair and asbestos insulation on radiator pipeTemporary repair and asbestos insulation on radiator pipe
Sinking of floor behind toilet with extensive water damage to sub floor and joists under the areaSinking of floor behind toilet with extensive water damage to sub floor and joists under the area
Siding disasterSiding disaster
Overhead wires to the garage need to be properly secured and installedOverhead wires to the garage need to be properly secured and installed
Overhead wires to the garage need to be properly secured and installedOverhead wires to the garage need to be properly secured and installed
Burn spot and water damage by front doorBurn spot and water damage by front door
Basement wall with extreme water damageBasement wall with extreme water damage
Where is that laundry tub drainingWhere is that laundry tub draining
Unsupportive support beamUnsupportive support beam
No rim joist, no footings, and deteriorated deck boardsNo rim joist, no footings, and deteriorated deck boards
Leaking Water Heater Supply PipeLeaking Water Heater Supply Pipe
DIY Sink DrainsDIY Sink Drains
DIY Sink Drains 2DIY Sink Drains 2
Clogged laundry vent is a fire hazardClogged laundry vent is a fire hazard
Improper flashingImproper flashing
Main deck beam completely rottedMain deck beam completely rotted
Ridge cap on roof cracking and allowing water infiltrationRidge cap on roof cracking and allowing water infiltration
This water issue needs to be addressed ASAPThis water issue needs to be addressed ASAP
Rusted and failing water pipeRusted and failing water pipe
Cracking wallsCracking walls
Who needs a foundation anywayWho needs a foundation anyway
Rusted water pipeRusted water pipe
Backed up and clogged sump pumpBacked up and clogged sump pump
Scorched aluminum wiringScorched aluminum wiring
How do we get up thereHow do we get up there
This live outlet is a fire hazard!This live outlet is a fire hazard!
Moisture issues in basementMoisture issues in basement
Cement stairs footing heaving from the groundCement stairs footing heaving from the ground
Concerning deck structureConcerning deck structure
Deck joists pulling apartDeck joists pulling apart
DIY drain connectionDIY drain connection
DIY electrical workDIY electrical work
Foundation walls have failed and dirt is filling the basementFoundation walls have failed and dirt is filling the basement
Humidifier water pad needs changingHumidifier water pad needs changing
Leaking water heaterLeaking water heater
Modern problems require modern solutionsModern problems require modern solutions
Moisture and mold issuesMoisture and mold issues
Roof vent coverRoof vent cover
Structure failureStructure failure
Unsafe boiler exhausting into houseUnsafe boiler exhausting into house
Water issues in basement causing mold and foundation failureWater issues in basement causing mold and foundation failure
Extreme settling in this garageExtreme settling in this garage
Missing faucetMissing faucet
Patchwork SoffitPatchwork soffit
Risky Support BeamRisky support beam
Roofer neededRoofer needed
Sealing garage shut with spray foamSealing garage shut with spray foam
Splitting garage doorSplitting garage door
That's one way to get a garage skylightThat's one way to get a garage skylight
This sump pump ejector pipe is not even close to extending 6ft from the houseThis sump pump ejector pipe is not even close to extending 6 feet from the house
Unleveled staircaseUnleveled staircase
3 signs that your home hasn't been taken care of: cob webs, dirt and excessive mold3 signs that your home hasn't been taken care of: cob webs, dirt and excessive mold
Chimney Repair requiredChimney repair required
Clogged Dryer VentClogged dryer vent
Dividing a garage: innovativeDividing a garage: innovative
DIY PipingDIY piping
Don't forget to look inside appliancesDon't forget to look inside appliances
Film remnants between windowsFilm remnants between windows
He's been there awhileHe's been there awhile
That doesn't line upThat doesn't line up
Too much patchingToo much patching
Where do we startWhere do we start
Wrong duct. Who needs heat anywayWrong duct. Who needs heat anyway
Clogged sub zero freezerClogged sub zero freezer
Deadly Carbon Monoxide levelDeadly carbon monoxide level
Exposed outdoor wiresExposed outdoor wires
Faucet on faucetFaucet on faucet
Ineffective Mitigation SystemIneffective radon mitigation system
Insulation coming off overhead supply wiresInsulation coming off overhead supply wires
Not up to codeNot up to code
Outdoor lightingOutdoor lighting
Outdoor shelvingOutdoor shelving
Stairway of terrorStairway of terror
Sump pump draining into a window wellSump pump draining into a window well
Time for a new roofTime for a new roof
Upstairs Water DamageUpstairs water damage
Bathroom fans aren't supposed to connect to dryer ventsBathroom fans aren't supposed to connect to dryer vents
Building their own circuitsBuilding their own circuits
Chimney Wall lacking crown and rain capsChimney wall lacking crown and rain caps
Exposed outletExposed outlet
Exposed wire not up to codeExposed wire not up to code
Not outdoor lightingNot outdoor lighting
Oversized weatherstripOversized weatherstrip
Seasons expose different issuesSeasons expose different issues
Check for leaksCheck for leaks
Completely erodedCompletely eroded
Modified plumbingModified plumbing
Plumbing failPlumbing fail
Yikes!Yikes!
Extreme heaving of patioExtreme heaving of patio
Flooded garageFlooded garage
Home improvementsHome improvements
Repurposed recordsRepurposed records
Rusted outRusted out
home inspection monthDon't lean on me
Time for a new unitTime for a new unit
Dry rot has got to goDry rot has got to go
Bad sidingBad siding
Crooked toiletCrooked toilet
Twisted PlumbingTwisted plumbing
Unwanted CompanyUnwanted company
40 foot dishwasher line40 foot dishwasher line
Nothing like a little hair in your wiringNothing like a little hair in your wiring
Moisture in basementMoisture in basement
Just a little looseJust a little loose
Caught in the actCaught in the act
Furnace exhaust and fresh air coupled together as they leave the house. Defeats the purpose.Furnace exhaust and fresh air coupled together as they leave the house. Defeats the purpose.
We get up on the roof tooWe get up on the roof too
Disposal Fire HazardDisposal fire hazard
Let me grab my step stoolLet me grab my step stool
It wasn't his dayIt wasn't his day
Grease on garage wallGrease on garage wall
Major fire hazardMajor fire hazard
Getting too closeGetting too close
Tilting shedTilting shed
Teetering deck postTeetering deck post
woodpecker sidingWoodpecker siding
Time for a new deckTime for a new deck
Looks a little offLooks a little off
unplugged mitigation fanUnplugged mitigation fan
They couldn't decide on a styleThey couldn't decide on a style
bucket drainBucket drain
Mitigation pipe to nowhereMitigation pipe to nowhere
Not quite up to codeNot quite up to code
Bad caulkingBad caulking
Bad ventingBad venting
Fan & cupboard door collisionFan & cupboard door collision
Hard water build upHard water build up
Improper sealingImproper sealing
Melting electrical panelMelting electrical panel
Mud wasp nestMud wasp nest
Oak tree just trying to make itOak tree just trying to make it
Unplugged radon mitigation systemUnplugged radon mitigation system
Water issue in basementWater issue in basement
We get up on the roofWe get up on the roof
woodpecker sidingWoodpecker siding
John Kaiser, Owner of AmeriSpec Home Inspection BloomingtonJohn Kaiser
The AmeriSpec Home Inspection of Bloomington TeamThe AmeriSpec Team
Shayne Tweedell, Inspector for AmeriSpec Home Inspection of BloomingtonShayne Tweedell
Mark Slotvig, Nationally Certified Inspector for AmeriSpec Home Inspection of BloomingtonMark Slotvig
Kevin Schick, Inspector for AmeriSpec Home Inspection of BloomingtonKevin Schick
home inspection company woodburyWalking through inspection
Roof Inspection Twin CitiesUp on the rooftop our inspector goes
A little duct tape should do itLittle duct tape should do it
fried mouseFried mouse anyone?
vent-siclesLook Ma, vent-sicles!
home inspection anokaA spaghetti junction of pipes
home inspector anokaFoundation Jenga
Multiple layers of flooringMultiple layers of flooring
Broken sewer pipeBroken sewer pipe
Bird in ventBird in vent
Hazardous DisconnectHazardous disconnect
Too close for comfortToo close for comfort
When settling is unsettlingWhen settling is unsettling
Leaking water heaterLeaking water heater
AC hidden in weedsWhere's the AC?