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Covered Bridge Professional Home Inspections is celebrating it's 17th year in business, it was established in 2004 by Steve & Sue Dukette. We have conducted 7000+ inspections and have the reputation of being professional, the most thorough, educated, detailed inspection company around. We have worked tirelessly to obtain this reputation and would never risk losing it. We have many repeat customers and a great referral base through our many years of service.
There is also a section of your Digital Diary where you can upload photos, documents, and notes for your home and each improvement project that you do. Plus you can even upload finish schedules for documenting paint colors, and other finish choices you've made. You can even upload video inventories of your home for insurance purposes.
Monthly Reminder Lists . . .
From air conditioners to roofs, we seek out problems BEFORE you buy. The beauty of Home-Wizard™ is that YOU get to choose your goals and priorities for having Home-Wizard™ help you to take care of your particular home. Depending on your choices, your benefits can include saving money, saving time, improving health & safety, and increasing your home's value. 86) One or more light fixtures appear to be inoperable.
Hiring a specialist can be a prudent means of providing some protection of your financial investment in this property. Repairs should be made by a qualified contractor if necessary. CO detector at second floor hall appeared to be 10 year lithium battery but not written on data plate. No visible CO detector near the basement bedroom. Recommend additional units be added as needed by a qualified contractor to reflect the VT Dept. of Fire & Safety rules.
the 5 things to do each month . . .
If moisture intrusion concerns are included in the report then the client should investigate the potential for mold. Mold can develop within 48 hours under the right conditions. We note any patent mold-like substances that are found. Based on your home features and local climate, Home-Wizard™ determines the ideal home care program for achieving your specific goals for your particular home. Each month you receive an email alert to check Home-Wizard™ for your new personalized reminders & tips for that month. We hope the entire realm of the inspection process, from the initial call to the final report met or exceeded your expectations.
Appeared to be a surge protector connected to the main lug, recommend reviewing and installation per manufactures instructions by a qualified electrician. Electric panel were noted in either a bathroom and or closet area. Standard practices state they should not be located in these areas. Recommend a qualified electrician for further review, advisement, and repairs per standard practices. The Inspector and wasn't able to fully evaluate the entire roof.
I like the reminders to do things each month or seasonally . . .
If clients want a licensed WDI inspection we recommend a pest control professional evaluate the home in addition to the home inspection. The basement support structure appeared adequate the day of inspection, in areas that were visible. Main over-current protection devices was "double tapped", where 2 or more wires are clamped in a terminal designed for only one wire. This is a safety concern since the bolt or screw may tighten securely against one wire, but leave others loose. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary.
We have a large illustration library , how-to videos, and safety items in these links. It is best to review our reports online to gain the full benefit of the inspection process. The inspector is not liable for any third-party claims arising from the unauthorized distribution of the inspection report. The report is not to be re-sold or given to other potential buyers.
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Monitor, repair, and maintain as if needed in the future. Perimeter drainage pipes appeared damaged and/or missing sections at back stairs. Recommend review/repair by a qualified contractor. This can result in water accumulating around the structure's foundation. A qualified contractor should replace or repair gutters where necessary.
Additional gaskets/weatherstripping at some windows may be an indication of air gaps. Recommend review/repair as necessary by a qualified contractor. 20) One or more trip hazards were found in the sidewalk and/or patio sections due to cracks, settlement, and/or heaving. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace sidewalk and/or patio sections as necessary to eliminate trip hazards. 18) Many hyperlinks are included in the report to assist the client and to better describe certain items.
Neutral and equipment ground conductors are combined at one or more subpanels. This should only occur in the main service panel and is a safety concern. A qualified electrician should evaluate and repair as necessary per standard practices. 62) Drain/waste lines are made of cast iron at slab floor penetration in basement. Over time the inside deteriorates and accumulates debris reducing the diameter of the original pipe.
If we can answer any questions or concerns please call or email us. Client may wish to consider switching unit to an LP gas stove if renting the home. Mixed materials noted insultaing the perimeter joist areas in boiler room.
If you feel there is a need for evaluation of any of these items, then you will need to arrange for specific inspections. 95) Stored items in the garage prevented a full evaluation of the area. Clients should review areas not available to the inspector on the day of inspection at the final walk-through when stored items are removed.
Older homes can be without exterior damp proofing and drainage. Mold growth can develop within 48 hours under the right circumstances. The estimated useful life for most steel pressure tanks is 15 to 25 years. This tank appeared to be approximately this age and will need eventual replacement. For best results, the water temperature should be 140 degrees coming from the tank with a mixing valve reducing to 120 degrees to the faucets. They will help reduce the chances of possible legionnaires disease.
The inspector was unable to fully evaluate the attic, non visible areas are excluded from this inspection. The inspection was done from the hatch area via camera. Attic/roof structure appeared adequate from what could be seen inside and at the roof's ridgeline outside. Whenever such conditions exist it is recommended that a qualified contractor be consulted for any necessary repairs. 65) Guardrails are missing from one or more sections of stairwells with high drop-offs.
It is prepared for the client's own information and should not be relied upon by any other party. "Client" refers to the person named at the beginning of the report who signed the contract. All other persons are warned to not rely upon the information in the report. Recommended evaluation for animal exclusion and clean up from a licensed pest control company as needed.
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