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Structural
Defects |
Poor
pier mortar noted on an 1890 Bed & Breakfast |
pyrolysis
of joists
due to defective gas heater |
Structural
beam with termite damage |
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| Roof
Defects |
New
Construction - missing insulation over kitchen |
Damaged
truss(es) and connector plates |
Possible
asbestos insulation in attic
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Leakage
(and rot) noted at the base of a valley (along stucco wall)
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Cracked/
damaged truss |
leak
due to poor flashing |
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| Plumbing |
Floor
staining (possible toilet leakage)
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Stains
around toilet may indicate
defective
wax seal or worse
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New Construction
Toilet too close to cabinet |
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Non-standard
s-strap (repair advised)
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Leakage
and amateur plumbing repairs |
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| Electrical |
double-tapped
breaker
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Incorrect
wire size for breaker |
New
Construction - Overspray in panel, over bus bars |
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hardwired
wiring not protected from physical damage |
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