REPORT SAMPLE

SAMPLE REPORT SUMMARY

If the client cannot attend the inspection, a report summary can be emailed or faxed to them the day of inspection, and the full printed report mailed to them. Example:

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REPORT SUMMARY

CLIENT: Mike Hart

PROPERTY: 18 Smith Drive
Miramar Beach, FL
INSPECTOR: Blair Colson
DATE: 1/18/06
DEFECTS OR ITEMS OF CONCERN ARE NUMBERED.

GROUNDS:

1) Settlement/shrinkage cracks observed in driveway and sidewalk (typical).

EXTERIOR:

1) Cracks observed (approx. 1 ft. length total) observed in front wall at entrance.

GARAGE:

1) Garage door opener sensor functioning properly, but door does not reverse under pressure/resistance when closing (down-pressure adjustment may remedy).

ELECTRICAL:

Estimated 100A multistrand aluminum service/solidstrand copper branch wiring. All breakers and wire gauges appear to be proper for amperage load being handled. All outlets tested proper polarity and grounding. No significant defects observed.

HVAC:

Central zoned air distribution system: Carrier compressor-air handler/gas furnace
1) Heat functioning properly, but cool temperature differential slightly low-7 degreesF (should read 12-15 degreesF). Recommend servicing/diagnostic.

KITCHEN:

No significant defects observed.

ROOF:

Asphalt/fiberglass shingles have approx. 8-10 yrs. service life remaining.

1) Deflected/bent step flashing observed at W base of chimney.

PLUMBING:

Copper water supply lines observed.  PVC waste lines observed.  Water heater is 50-gallon gas A. O. Smith. Water pressure is 64 PSI. Water temperature is 122.9 degrees F. No leaks or clogs observed.

FOUNDATION:

Monolythic concrete slab. No significant defects observed.

ATTIC:

Ventilation-soffit and roof vents. Insulation-blown-in cellulose. Estimated R-value 38-40. No significant defects observed.

LIVING, DINING ROOMS:

No significant defects observed.

BEDROOMS:

1) Closet door track loose at bottom in NE (guest) bedroom.

BATHROOMS:

No significant defects observed.

REPORT SAMPLE PAGE

If the client is present at the inspection (which we prefer), they will receive the hard-copy home inspection report immediately upon inspection completion.  The report is a printed booklet in a checklist fashion, with areas for narrative when an issue requires further description. See sample below: