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14626 22nd Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166

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RW West ConsultantsProperty Inspection Report

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14626 22nd Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166Inspection prepared for: FAIRA

Real Estate Agent: Faira .com - Faira

Date of Inspection: 10/30/2017 Time: 9:00 AM Age of Home: 1953 Size: 1650

Weather: Sunny 47 degreesOrder ID: 2848

Front door faces West for orientation purposes only.

Inspector: Dee Robert InmanLicense #1459 UAS Pilots Lic. No. 3976466

Email: [email protected]

RW West Consultants 14626 22nd Ave SW, Burien, WA

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Inspection Details INTRODUCTION: We appreciate the opportunity to conduct this inspection for you! Please carefully read your entireInspection Report. Call us after you have reviewed your report, so we can go over any questionsyou may have. Remember, when the inspection is completed and the report is delivered, we are stillavailable to you for any questions you may have, throughout the entire closing process. Properties being inspected do not "Pass" or "Fail.” - The following report is based on an inspectionof the visible portion of the structure; inspection may be limited by vegetation and possessions. Depending upon the age of the property, some items like GFCI outlets may not be installed; thisreport will focus on safety and function, not current code. This report identifies specific non-code,non-cosmetic concerns that the inspector feels may need further investigation or repair. For your safety and liability purposes, we recommend that licensed contractors evaluate and repairany critical concerns and defects. Note that this report is a snapshot in time. We recommend thatyou or your representative carry out a final walk-through inspection immediately before closing tocheck the condition of the property, using this report as a guide. Items denote serious, safety or items that required further investigationItems denote minor or maintenance itemsItems denote locations and shutoff valves

1. AttendanceIn Attendance: Seller present

2. Home TypeHome Type: Ranch Style

3. OccupancyOccupancy:• Occupied - Furnished• The utilities were on at the time of inspection.


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General Exterior Note 1. Exterior NoteObservations:• North Elevation• South Elevation• East Elevation• West Elevation

||2||West Elevation ||2||South Elevation

||2||North Elevation ||2||East Elevation


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Exterior Areas 1. Siding ConditionSiding appeared in good condition overall. • Wood siding shakeObservations:• Soil contact or proximity. This may provide entrance of moisture or insects to siding.Recommend grading soil so there is at least 6" of space (where practical) between the siding andthe soil below. Recommend checking for any damaged trim and siding materials.

Soil touching siding east side2. GuttersGutters and downspouts appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Debris in gutters, recommend cleaning gutters.

3. Driveway and Walkway ConditionConcrete sidewalks appeared in good condition overall. • Asphalt driveways appeared in goodcondition overall.Observations:• Cracking at the driveway/sidewalk does not appear unusual.


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4. SoffitSoffits and eaves appeared in good condition overall.

5. Door/WindowExterior doors appeared in operable condition, at time of inspection. • Threshold and jambsappeared in good condition overall. • Window frames and sills appeared in good condition overall.


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6. GradingGrading appeared in good condition overall.

West yard South yard

North grade(gravel placement in process) East yard


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7. ElectricalExterior outlets operate overall • Exterior outlets are GFCI protected overall • Exterior lightsattached to the house operate overall.

8. Cable FeedsMaterials: Primary Service is Overhead Service Drop

9. Gas ConditionMeter located at South side. Main Gas shutoff is located to the lower left of the meter.

Main Gas Shutoff10. Exterior Faucet ConditionExterior faucets were in operable condition overall.

11. Pressure80 psi


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80 psi12. Gate ConditionMaterials: WoodObservations:• Fences are NOT INCLUDED as part of a home inspection.

13. Retaining WallRockery retaining wall. • Retaining Walls appeared in good condition overall.


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Porches 1. Porch1West

2. PorchPorch surface appeared in good condition, framing was not visible due to ground proximity.


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Deck 1 1. Deck1East

2. DeckDeck surface appeared in good condition, framing was not visible due to ground proximity.


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Roof 1. Roof ConditionArchitectural Composition shingle. • Roof surface is appeared in fair condition overall. • Walked onroof surface.Type Average life span 30 years for this type surface with proper maintenance and care.Observations:• Moss on roof. This can lead to the premature failure of the roof and subsequent leaks.Recommend treating moss with a moss retarding chemical. Pressure washing is not recommendedas it can damage surface and lessen life span.• Recommend following conditions are investigated further by licensed roofing contractor andconditions corrected as required.• Granular surfacing deteriorated


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Some granular loss Granular loss2. FlashingFlashing appeared in good condition overall.

3. ChimneyBrick masonry chimney appeared in good condition overall, chimney height was adequate overall. •Gas B vent appeared in good condition overall, B vent height was adequate overall.


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Attic 1 1. AtticGarage is location of access.

2. FramingVisible framing appeared in good condition overall, no visible indications of decay or waterpenetration presently.


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3. VentilationObservations:• Eaves vents blocked with insulation/baffles, recommend conditions are corrected as they canresult in condensate moisture and fungus/mold growth.• Attic appeared inadequately vented. Normally vents should be placed equally at high and lowareas so that cross ventilation is acheived. Recommend conditions are investigated further bylicensed roofing contract and repair as necessary to ensure proper ventilation. Adding additionalventilation will help avoid premature aging of roof and help to maintain proper humidity andtemperature control that could otherwise result in mold/fungus or wood decay.

Blocked eave vents East side4. Fan/DuctObservations:• Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior. Typically piping should actually connectto exterior vent, recommend correction. This condition can result in mold/fungal growth.


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5. ElectricalObservations:• Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing or damaged, which is a potential shock is hazard,recommend cover plates are installed as a safety precaution.• Wire ends are outside of a Junction Box, which is a potential shock hazard, recommend junctionboxes with covers be installed by licensed electrical contractor

6. Insulation ConditionBlown in fiberglass insulation noted.Depth: Insulation averages approximately 10-12 inches in depth, estimated R value 30


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7. RodentNo visible indications of Rodent Activity.


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General Interior Note 1. General NotesMaterials: Windows in the home are Double pane insulated glass windows. Any deficiencies arenoted in each room section for accessible windows • Doors in the home are considered operationalunless otherwise noted in each room section


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Entryway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates. Entry door operates andlocks overall. • Tile floor is in good condition.


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Den 1. LocationLocation East

2. Den RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.


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Living Room 1. LocationLocation East

2. Living RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.

Thermostat in this room3. FireplaceFireplace was wood burning type. • Damper is in place. • Fireplace appeared in operable condition.


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Dining Room 1. LocationLocation North

2. Dining RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.

3. FireplaceFireplace was wood burning type. • Damper is in place. • Fireplace appeared in operable condition.


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Kitchen 1. Kitchen RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates. Sink and faucets are in operable conditionoverall. Cabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

2. Counter ConditionFormica counter is in good condition overall.

3. CabinetCabinet doors and drawers are in operable condition overall.

4. DisposalDisposal operates overall.

5. DishwasherDishwasher was in operable condition.

6. Stove/OvenStove/oven were in operable condition overall.


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7. RefrigeratorRefrigerator was in operable condition.

Refrigerator temp Freezer temp8. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

9. ElectricalOutlets are GFCI protected at the counters.

10. Vent ConditionVent fan appears to exhaust to the exterior.

11. HeatingHeat register operates.

12. Hot Water DispenserObservations:• Hot water dispenser did not operate, recommend conditions are investigated further and correctedas required.


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Hallway 1. ConditionsCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Light fixture operates.


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Laundry 1. LocationBedroom

2. ConditionCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.

3. Exhaust FansWindow only, no vent fan.

4. DryerDryer appeared to exhaust to the exterior. • Dryer is gas unit.

5. Floor ConditionLinoleum Flooring is in good condition overall.

6. WasherMaterials: Washer appeared to be in operable condition. • Washer faucets were in operablecondition, no visible leakage.


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Master Bedroom 1. LocationLocation Southeast

2. BedroomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is carpet in good condition. Heatregister present. Accessible outlets operate.

3. DoorsObservations:• Exterior door drags along carpet. Recommend condition is corrected.



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Master Bathroom 1. LocationMaterials: Bedroom

2. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.

3. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of the water sources.

4. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

5. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.

6. FloorsTile Flooring is in good condition overall.

7. ShowerShower is in good condition overall.

8. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.



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Hall Bathroom1 1. RoomCeiling and walls are in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixture operates.

2. ElectricalGFI outlets within 6 feet of water sources.

3. Exhaust FansVent fan operates overall.

4. FloorsTile Flooring is in good condition overall.

5. TubTub and shower were in good condition overall.

6. SinksSink was in operable condition overall.

7. ToiletToilet was in operable condition overall.



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Bedroom 1 1. LocationLocation Southwest

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.



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Bedroom 2 1. LocationLocation South

2. Bedroom RoomWalls and ceilings appear in good condition overall. Flooring is wood. Heat register present.Accessible outlets operate. • Light fixture operates.



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Garage 1. ConditionWalls and ceilings appeared in good condition overall. Accessible outlets operate. Light fixturesoperate overall. Flooring is concrete, visible portions in good condition overall. • Outlets are GFIprotected at walls.

2. Floor ConditionMaterials: Flooring is concrete, appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Cracking at the floor does not appear unusual.

3. DoorsEntry door is in operable condition overall.

4. Garage DoorsDouble garage door was in operable condition, was on auto opener. • Safety return sensorsoperate overall. • Photo cell safety returns operate overall.


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Heat/AC 1. Heating TypeGas forced air furnace.

2. Heater Location The furnace is located in the hall closet.Furnace is Goodman Brand • 16 years of age approximately, average life span is 18 to 22 years.

3. Heating conditionObservations:• Furnace was serviced within the last year according to service sticker. Furnace should beserviced annually.

All heat registers tested and have heat


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4. VentingObservations:• Combustion air venting in furnace room: There are two gas fuel-burning appliances in thebasement utility/furnace room: water heater and furnace. All fuel-burning appliances must beprovided with enough fresh air for proper combustion and ventilation of flue gases. In this home,these appliances are using indoor air for ventilation and combustion. Other than the door--there isno visible venting into the utility/furnace room. With the door closed--there may be a lack ofcombustion air resulting in hazardous Carbon Monoxide (CO) into the dwelling living areas.Recommend conditions are investigated further by licensed HVAC contractor.


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(2) Small vents Solid doors5. FiltersLocation: Filter located above furnace.

Filter location

Filter is clean


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Plumbing/Water Heater1 1. PlumbingWater lines were copper. • Water lines were PEX plastic. • Drain and waste lines were plastic.Observations:• Sewer scoping is recommended by licensed company due to age of home or trees in proximity ofdrain line. Sewer scope was performed. Recommend obtaining receipts from seller.

2. Water Heater ConditionHeater Type: Gas Water heater. • 50 gallonsLocation: The heater is located in the hall closet.Observations:• Drip leg/Sediment trap not installed. Recommend conditions are investigated further by licensedHVAC contractor and conditions corrected as required.• No Drip Pan and Drain: Water heater is installed over finished living space. Consider installingpan or leak alarm sensor.

Water temp at kitchen sink


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3. AgeObservations:• Approximately 16 years of age, average life span is 10 to 12 years.• Water heater in excess of 12 years and has exceeded useful life span, recommend monitoring orreplacement.

4. ConditionSeismic straps are in place. • Expansion tank is in place.

5. TPRV ConditionTemperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR Valve) present.


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Electrical 1 1. LocationMaterials: Located in the Garage

2. Electrical200 AMP service, 4/0 Aluminum service entrance wires.

3. GroundingElectrical service is grounded and bonded.

4. Wiring TypeBreaker system present. Wiring sizes conform to breaker sizes overall. Smaller branch circuit wiringis copper.


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Foundation/Crawlspaces 1. LocationExterior north

2. FoundationContinuous concrete foundation visible portion appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Unsealed area around waste line penetration at foundation wall. Recommend sealing withhydraulic cement and polyurethane caulking.


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3. DrainageCrawlspace area was dry, there were no visible indications of standing water presently • SumpPump system.Observations:• Lid was bolted shut. Recommend verification of sump pump function

4. FramingVisible framing appeared in good condition overall.Observations:• Post and beam connections not gusseted or strapped, recommend conditions are corrected.


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5. VentilationVentilation appeared adequate.


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6. Insulation ConditionUnfinished fiberglass batts noted.Depth: Insulation averages 4 inches, estimated R value 13. Newer requirements are R30Insulation content.

7. DuctsDucts appeared securely attached and insulated overall.

8. Vapor BarrierVapor Barrier was in place.

9. RodentNo visible indications of Rodent Activity.

10. PlumbingObservations:• Water lines are not insulated or completely insulated, recommend insulating water lines to preventfreezing.


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Uninsulated water lines st cold side. Hot water at insulated


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Shutoffs 1. Shutoff LocationsObservations:• Water Heater gas shutoff is located to the right of the water heater.• Water heater water line shutoff is located above the water heater.• Furnace gas shutoff is located to the left of the furnace.• Furnace disconnect is located to the left of the furnace.• Main water shutoff is located in the crawlspace.• Pressure regulating valve is located adjacent to the main water shutoff.

||2||Water heater water line shutoff is locatedabove the water heater.

||2||Furnace gas shutoff is located to the right ofthe Furnace.

||2||Furnace gas shutoff is located to the left of thefurnace.

||2||Furnace disconnect is located to the left of thefurnace.


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Main water shutoff in crawlspace


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Equipment 1. Appliances/EquipmentObservations:• Stove• Refrigerator• Dishwasher• Water Heater• Furnace• Washer• Dryer

||2||Refrigerator ||2||Dishwasher

||2||Stove ||2||Dryer


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||2||Washer ||2||Water Heater

||2||Furnace


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GlossaryGlossary

Term DefinitionCombustion Air The ductwork installed to bring fresh outside air to the furnace

and/or hot water heater. Normally, two separate supplies of airare brought in: one high and one low.

Expansion Tank An expansion tank or expansion vessel is a small tank used toprotect closed (not open to atmospheric pressure) water heatingsystems and domestic hot water systems from excessivepressure. The tank is partially filled with air, whosecompressibility cushions shock caused by water hammer andabsorbs excess water pressure caused by thermal expansion.

GFCI A special device that is intended for the protection of personnelby de-energizing a circuit, capable of opening the circuit wheneven a small amount of current is flowing through the groundingsystem.

TPR Valve The thermostat in a water heater shuts off the heating sourcewhen the set temperature is reached. If the thermostat fails, thewater heater could have a continuous rise in temperature andpressure (from expansion of the water). The temperature andpressure could continue to rise until the pressure exceeds thepressure capacity of the tank (300 psi). If this should happen, thesuper-heated water would boil and expand with explosive force,and the tank would burst. The super-heated water turns to steamand turns the water heater into an unguided missile. To preventthese catastrophic failures, water heaters are required to beprotected for both excess temperature and pressure. Usually, themeans of protection is a combination temperature- and pressure-relief valve (variously abbreviated as T&P, TPV, TPR, etc.). Mostof these devices are set to operate at a water temperature above200° F and/or a pressure above 150 psi. Do not attempt to testthe TPR valve yourself! Most water heating systems should beserviced once a year as a part of an annual preventivemaintenance inspection by a professional heating and coolingcontractor. From Plumbing: Water Heater TPR Valves


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Report SummaryReport Summary

The summary below consists of potentially significant findings. These findings can be a safetyhazard, a deficiency requiring a major expense to correct or items I would like to draw extra attentionto. The summary is not a complete listing of all the findings in the report, and reflects the opinion ofthe inspector. Please review all pages of the report as the summary alone does not explain all of theissues. All repairs should be done by a licensed & bonded tradesman or qualified professional. Irecommend obtaining a copy of all receipts, warranties and permits for the work done.RoofPage 11 Item: 1 Roof Condition • Recommend following conditions are investigated further by

licensed roofing contractor and conditions corrected asrequired.• Granular surfacing deteriorated

Attic 1Page 15 Item: 3 Ventilation • Eaves vents blocked with insulation/baffles, recommend

conditions are corrected as they can result in condensatemoisture and fungus/mold growth.• Attic appeared inadequately vented. Normally vents shouldbe placed equally at high and low areas so that crossventilation is acheived. Recommend conditions areinvestigated further by licensed roofing contract and repair asnecessary to ensure proper ventilation. Adding additionalventilation will help avoid premature aging of roof and help tomaintain proper humidity and temperature control that couldotherwise result in mold/fungus or wood decay.

Page 15 Item: 4 Fan/Duct • Bathroom fans do not exhaust completely to the exterior.Typically piping should actually connect to exterior vent,recommend correction. This condition can result inmold/fungal growth.

Page 16 Item: 5 Electrical • Electrical switch/Junction Box Covers missing or damaged,which is a potential shock is hazard, recommend cover platesare installed as a safety precaution.• Wire ends are outside of a Junction Box, which is a potentialshock hazard, recommend junction boxes with covers beinstalled by licensed electrical contractor

KitchenPage 24 Item: 12 Hot Water

Dispenser• Hot water dispenser did not operate, recommend conditionsare investigated further and corrected as required.

Heat/ACPage 35 Item: 4 Venting • Combustion air venting in furnace room: There are two gas

fuel-burning appliances in the basement utility/furnace room:water heater and furnace. All fuel-burning appliances must beprovided with enough fresh air for proper combustion andventilation of flue gases. In this home, these appliances areusing indoor air for ventilation and combustion. Other thanthe door--there is no visible venting into the utility/furnaceroom. With the door closed--there may be a lack ofcombustion air resulting in hazardous Carbon Monoxide (CO)into the dwelling living areas. Recommend conditions areinvestigated further by licensed HVAC contractor.

Plumbing/Water Heater1


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Page 37 Item: 2 Water HeaterCondition

• No Drip Pan and Drain: Water heater is installed overfinished living space. Consider installing pan or leak alarmsensor.

Page 38 Item: 3 Age • Water heater in excess of 12 years and has exceeded usefullife span, recommend monitoring or replacement.

Foundation/CrawlspacesPage 41 Item: 3 Drainage • Lid was bolted shut. Recommend verification of sump pump

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