INSPECTION
REPORT
1023 Anywhere Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
Prepared for: Elvis Presley
Prepared by: EBI Building Inspections Ltd.
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Table of Contents
General Information
2
Introduction
2
OBSERVATIONS AND COMMENTS
4
Frontage / Utilities
4
Lots and Grounds
4
Building Exterior
5
Roof
10
Basement
13
Crawl Space
16
Living Space
17
Fireplace/Wood Stove
19
Kitchen
19
Bathroom
20
Laundry Room/Area
23
Plumbing
23
Heating System
30
Electrical
32
Attic
33
Conclusion
36
Summary
37
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General Information
Property Information
Property Address: 1023 Anywhere Street
Vancouver British Columbia
Client Information
Client Name Elvis Presley
Client Address: 1234 Blue Suede Street
Nashville Tennessee 54321
Phone Number: 604-123-4567
Inspection Company
Inspector Name Matt Foxall
Company Name EBI Building Inspections Ltd.
Company Address: 1155 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver, B.C. V7T 2G4
Company Phone Number: 604-926-6666
Company Email: ebivancouver@shaw.ca
Conditions
Others Present: Inspector only
Inspection Date: 02/07/2014
Start Time: 09:00 End Time 12:00
Electricity On: Yes
Natural Gas On: Yes
Water On: Yes
Weather: Sunny
Ground Condition: Frozen
Outside Temperature: -6C
Exterior Humidity: 48%
Inside Temperature: 18C
Inside Humidity: 55%
Building faces: East
Building Type: Single family
Number of Levels: Three
Estimated Age: Four years
Space Below Grade: Basement, Crawl Space
Occupancy: Occupied
Garage: Attached
Items Not Inspected: Smoke / CO detectors, Household Appliances, Security System, Fire Sprinkler System,
Garden sprinkler system
Introduction
The on-site inspection consists primarily of visual observations of accessible areas of the property. No attempt is
made to penetrate sealed surfaces unless authorization has been obtained from the vendor. Moving of obstructing
articles such as furniture, carpets and stored articles is not carried out as part of the inspection. Removal of snow,
exterior landscaping or excavations of soil are not carried out. Gaining access to areas where there is a risk of
injury or damage to the building is also not attempted. Because of the foregoing, it should be understood that
complete identification of all building problems is, in many instances, impractical to achieve. Familiarity with the
wide range of disciplines required for complete inspection of a home does not permit the inspector to be an expert
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40 (continued)
in all fields. With these and other constraints in mind, additional repair costs beyond those noted in the report
should be assumed for budgetary purposes. No attempt is made to identify foundation leakage problems and
other moisture penetration problems associated with the achieved integrity of the exterior envelope seal. These
types of problems often materialize and become more pronounced with prolonged heavy rainfall or unusual
wind/weather conditions that are not present during our inspection. The Property Disclosure Statement should be
carefully reviewed for possible evidence of these types of problems. Direct owner inquiries in this respect are also
recommended. Older structures that have received poor maintenance are more likely to contain underlying
problems that could remain undetected.
Our inspections are carried out to meet or exceed the Standards of Practice set out by the Applied Science
Technologist and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC). The Standards of Practice which outlines the
inclusions and exclusions of a typical inspection is listed in this report. These standards should be carefully read to
fully understand the scope of the inspection.
Inspection of such items as fire and garden sprinkler systems, security systems, smoke alarms, intercom systems,
and household appliances is beyond the scope of our inspection. Smoke and/or heat detectors should be
positioned throughout the home as a fire safety consideration. Inspection for possible pet odors or related damage
to floor coverings, which may be obscured by good ventilation and/or placement of furniture, is similarly not
included. Positive identification of insect or rodent infestations, which become more readily apparent during specific
parts of their seasonal life cycle is also beyond the scope of our inspection.
The inspection and report are not intended to reflect the market value of the premises and at no time does the
inspector make any recommendation as to the advisability of purchase. No opinion is offered as to whether or not
the dwelling inspected satisfies any of the prevailing or applicable municipal or national building codes. The time
involved in a review of building department records places that task beyond the scope of the inspection. Further
information may be available from that source.
All statements made in this report regarding the inspected property are the opinion of the inspecting engineer,
reached after a visual inspection of the property. The report does not include an inspection for the presence of
materials that may be hazardous to health and/or inspection for the presence of on-site materials or equipment that
could require removal for environmental protection reasons. Materials such as lead paint and asbestos are
common in building constructed prior to the 1970's. Detailed inspection for hazardous materials such as asbestos,
mould and UFFI are not conducted. This work can be performed by a specialist in that field at additional expense.
Cracks in many building materials such as concrete, stucco, tiles, gyproc and plaster are common. These cracks
are not pointed out in our report in all cases. If the cracks are related to a structural problem in the building, they
will be commented on.
The opinion does not constitute or imply a guarantee or warranty of the condition of the equipment and/or
structure(s) inspected. No responsibility or liability is accepted for any claim for loss, damage, or injury to life or
limb, howsoever or whensoever occurring, due to any defect or inaccuracy in the information herein contained.
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OBSERVATIONS AND COMMENTS
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Frontage / Utilities
Road Surface: Asphalt
Traffic on Street: Quiet Street
Curb/ Sidewalk: Concrete curb and sidewalk
Hydro / Cable / Tel: Underground.
Potable Water: Municipal System.
Sanitary Sewer: Municipal System.
Storm Water Drainage: Municipal Storm Sewer System.
Lots and Grounds
Grading: The property had a gradual slope.
Site drainage: Surface drainage.
Landscaping: Landscaped. The property was reasonably well maintained
Driveway: Stamped Concrete. The driveway was in good condition
Driveway Drainage: Surface drainage. No drainage problems were observed.
Walkways: Stamped Concrete.
Patio: Stamped Concrete. The patio was in good condition.
Retaining Walls: Rock The retaining walls appeared to be in reasonable alignment. The walls have been
constructed with a reverse slope, which will help to insure their long-term stability. Planting of shrubbery behind the
walls that will mature with sizeable expanding root structures that could de-stabilize the walls should be avoided.
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Lots and Grounds (Continued)
Basement Stairwell Drain: Small floor drain.
Any debris should be removed from the drain
to improve drainage at the basement stairs.
Periodic future maintenance at this drain will
be required.
PARTLY BLOCKED DRAIN AT
BASE OF STAIRS
Recommendation: Unblock the basement stairway drain to improve drainage at this location.
Pool/ Spa: Located at the back of the property. The hot tub (spa) was not included in our inspection.
Recommendation: Hire a pool company to inspect the hot tub on the property.
Building Exterior
Structure Type: Wood frame. Most of the structural components of the house were covered by interior and exterior
finishes. A detailed inspection of the building structure was not carried out.
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter foundation. No consequential cracks were observed in limited visible portions of
the foundation that were readily available for inspection. Cracks could, however, be present at uninspected
locations. No structure line distortions were found to suggest a foundation settlement related problem.
Foundation Inspected From: Exterior above ground areas only.
Siding: Hardy Plank. The siding was in good condition. Hardy Plank is a newer manufactured fibre-cement product
that has good weathering characteristics and requires less maintenance that wood siding.
Ground Level at Walls: The landscaping levels were below the siding where inspected which is a requirement of
the building code. No problems were observed with the soil and landscaping levels at the perimeter of the house.
Maintenance should be carried out to ensure that future landscaping does not come in contact with the siding on
the house.
Perimeter Drainage: PVC plastic draintile risers were observed. The draintile risers that are used to accommodate
collected roof water are typically connected to a draintile system installed at the base of the perimeter foundation.
This draintile is designed to protect below-grade basement or crawl-space areas from moisture penetration
problems. Silt accumulations and root penetrations, which may obstruct the system to varying degrees, could exist.
Damaged pipe sections and blockages are common in older draintile systems. Sub-surface investigations, which
would provide information on the condition of the draintile system are beyond the scope of our inspection. Older
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Perimeter Drainage: (continued)
clay or concrete tile systems can be problematic particularly if pipe breakage or collapse occurs. Draintile system
repairs are a labour-intensive, potentially costly proposition. Further direct enquiries to the owners regarding their
knowledge of possible past moisture penetration problems are, nevertheless, recommended. Flushing of the older
systems is recommended to remove any sediment and debris from the underground piping.
Soffits: Wood soffits. Staining on soffits appears to be the
result of condensation. Further information about this may be
available from the present owners.
Small stains
on wood
soffits
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Exterior Paint: The type of paint was not
determined. The paint coverage on the
exterior wood trim has now deteriorated to a
point where near-term refinishing will be
required. Exterior painting is typically carried
out every 3-6 years depending on the weather
exposure.
Weathered paint on
wood trim
Recommendation: Repaint the exterior wood trim in the next 1 to 2 years.
Garage Doors: Aluminum. The garage doors were in reasonable condition.
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Door Opener: Lift Master. The garage doors
responded correctly to their actuating
controls. Sensitivity of the automatic
reversing provision, which is presumed to be
incorporated in the opener, was not tested.
Improper sensitivity settings are potential
safety hazards, particularly where smaller
children could be involved. Secondary electric
eye devices have been incorporated, which
should provide additional protection.
Garage door openers
Entry Doors: Solid core wood., Metal clad wood doors. The exterior doors were in good condition.
Windows: Vinyl frame double glazed windows. The windows appeared to be in good condition.
Window Flashings: Aluminum flashings were observed above the windows. No visible problems were observed
with the flashings.
Exterior Electric Outlets: Three pronged outlets which are protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter on the
breaker panel. The exterior outlets which were tested functioned without problem.
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Hose Bibs: Freeze Protected. Freeze
protected hose bibs do not have to be turned
off during the winter months. It is however
important to disconnect any hoses to allow
any water in the hose bibs to drain out.
Freeze protected
hose bib.
Gas Meter: Located at front corner of house. No problems were observed with the gas meter.
Main Gas Valve:
Located at gas meter.
A shut off wrench
should be hung at the
meter to allow it to be
shut off in the event of
a major gas leak.
Recommendation: Install a shutoff wrench at the gas meter.
Hydro Meter: Located at the front corner of house. No problems were observed with the meter.
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Roof
LIMITATIONS: Access to inspect the roofing may be limited due to weather conditions, the pitch and condition of the roofing. Comments
on the roofing are made based on our best effort to view the roof from a safe vantage point.
Over entire building. Roof Surface
Method of Inspection: Roof was walked on.
Roof Style: Gable roof. Roof valleys should be maintained to remove leafs and other debris from them.
Slope of roof: Moderate roof pitch. The slope of the roof appeared adequate.
Eaves: Two foot overhang. The installed roof overhangs will provide rain protection to the walls and windows
below.
Asphalt shingle roofing: Lam
View of front roof area
Approximate Age: Five Typical life in the order of 20 to 30 years can be expected for this type of roofing
Recommendation: Question the present owners about the possible existence of a warranty for the roofing.
Install deflector flashings at the lower corners of the roof near the gutter ends.
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Valleys: Preformed metal. No visible problems were observed
with the valley flashings
Metal valley
flashing on
roof
Vents on Roof: Attic Vents., Plumbing vents.
Some of the plumbing vent were too short.
They should typicallay extend a minimum of 1
ft. above the roof. Venting problems can occur
particularly when snow accumulates on the
roof and the vents become blocked. An
extension of these vents is recommended.
Typical plumbing vent
which should be
extended
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Recommendation: Extend the plumbing vents to at least 12 inches above the roof surface.
Gutters: Aluminum. The gutters were in good condition. The
gutter interiors require cleaning at present and will require
regular maintenance due to the proximity of trees. Timely
maintenance will minimize flow obstruction at the drain
openings and entry of solid material into the draintile system.
The installation of gutter screens and downpipe cleanouts
should be considered to reduce the amount of future
maintenance.
Blocked
gutter which
requires
cleaning
Recommendation: Remove any solid debris from the gutters.
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Downspouts: Aluminum. The upper roof
downpipes were found to discharge collected
water onto the lower roof. The area of the roof
below these downpipes will wear out faster
and will become stained. An extension of
these upper downpipes to discharge directly
into the lower gutters is recommended.
Upper roof downpipe
discharging onto lower roof.
Note staining on lower roof
shingles
Recommendation: Extend any upper downpipes to discharge directly into the lower level gutters.
Basement
Under north part of house Basement
Ceiling structure: Engineered I-joists. No
visible problems were observed with the
ceiling structure.
Engineered I-joists
used for basement
and crawl space
ceiling
Basement Floor: Concrete Slab The various floor surfaces were in reasonable condition. The hairline cracks in the
concrete floor slab are not of structural concern.
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Basement (Continued)
Floor Drain: A floor drain was observed near the hot water tank.
Foundation Anchor Bolts: Anchor bolts were
observed at visible sections of the foundation.
The visible sections of the base of the wood
frame structure appeared to be adequately
anchored to the foundation. Securing of any
loose nuts should be carried out.
Foundation Anchor bolt. Nut
should be tighted down.
Recommendation: Tighten any loose nuts for the foundation anchor bolts.
Vapor Barrier: Polyethylene was observed on
the interior side of the insulation.
Vapour barrier and
insulation at
basement exterior
wall
Insulation: Fiberglass batt insulation.
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Basement (Continued)
Sump: Sewage sump with pump. The
basement bathroom fixtures drain to a sealed
sewage pit and are pumped from there to the
main sewage exit line where normal gravity
flow carries sewage discharge to the city
connection. The installed sewage pump
responded to water input from the basement
fixtures. Use of the basement fixtures should
be discontinued in the event of power outage
or pump failure. Periodic servicing of the
pump should be carried out to ensure its
trouble free operation.
Sewage sump located
near hot water tank
Recommendation: Note the existence of a sewage sump in the basement. This equipment was not included as part
of our inspection. Schedule servicing of the sump and pump and schedule periodic future servicing.
Moisture: No evidence of dampness was observed in the basement at the time of our inspection.
Pests: No evidence of any rodent habitation was observed from the access hatch.
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Crawl Space
Below south area of house Crawl Space
Method of Inspection: Access was gained to
all areas of the crawlspace., Some storage in
the crawlspace limited access and visibility.
Storage located in
crawl space
Moisture Penetration: No evidence of dampness or moisture was observed at time of inspection No evidence of
dampness was observed or detected in the crawl space.
Floor construction: Concrete floor surface. No problems were observed with the crawlspace floor at the time of our
inspection.
Foundation Anchor Bolts: Anchor bolts were observed at visible sections of the foundation. The visible sections of
the base of the wood frame structure appeared to be adequately anchored to the foundation.
Vapour Barrier: No vapor barrier was observed in the crawlspace.
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Insulation: Styrofoam on foundation. No
problems were observed with the installed
insulation in the crawlspace.
Rigid foam insulation
on exterior walls of
crawl space
Ceiling structure: Engineered I-joists. No visible problems were observed with the ceiling structure.
Pests: No evidence of any rodent habitation was observed from the access hatch.
Living Space
Main and upper floors Living Space
Ceiling: Painted Drywall. The ceilings were in
good condition. New structures are however
susceptible to gyproc damage from normal
shrinkage of the wood framing. Some minor
damage in the form of corner-bead
separations was noted in the home. The
structure normally achieves moisture
equilibrium during its first year, building up
stresses in the gyproc as it dries. The built-up
stresses are typically relieved through gyproc
cracks and other minor gyproc distortions
during the initial 3 years after construction.
These distortions can be filled and sanded for
cosmetic reasons only.
Corner bead distortion at edge
of family room ceiling
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Living Space (Continued)
Walls: Painted Drywall. The wall surfaces were in good condition.
Window Operation: Crank mechanism and latch. The windows which were tested functioned without difficulty.
Floors: Hardwood., Tile., Carpet. The floors were in good condition.
Interior Ventilation: Exhaust fans were installed in kitchen and bathrooms. No ventilation problems were identified
within the home.
Doors: Hollow core wood doors. The doors were in good condition consistent with their age
Stairs: Two stairways were located in the house. No problems were observed with the stairs.
Stair handrail: Handrails were installed on
both sides of the upper stairs. No problems
were found with the handrails.
Upper stairway
Smoke Detector: Hard wired. The smoke detectors were not tested as part of the inspection.
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Fireplace/Wood Stove
Family Room Fireplace
Hearth: Raised. No visible problems were observed with the hearth.
Gas fireplace: The gas fireplace responded
correctly to its actuating switch. Annual
servicing of the gas fireplace is
recommended.
Gas fireplace in family room
Recommendation: Service the gas fireplace to confirm its reliable and safe operation.
Kitchen
Main floor Kitchen
Kitchen Appliances: Jenn-Air The kitchen appliances were not tested as part of our inspection.
Ventilator: A hood fan was installed above the stove. No ventilation problems were observed.
Garberator: In-Sinkerator. The garberator was found to operate without problem. It is important to run cold water
into the garberator before, during and after using it to flush any solid material though the connected waste piping.
Sink: Under-counter stainless steel sink. No problems were observed with the sink.
Sink faucet: Lever handle spray faucet. No problems were observed when the faucet was tested.
Cabinets: Wood and wood composite. The kitchen cabinets were in good condition.
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Kitchen (Continued)
Counter Tops: Granite. The countertops were
in good condition.
Kitchen
Electrical outlets: Standard three pronged outlets. The outlets that were tested functions without problem.
Floor: Hardwood. The floors were in reasonable condition for their age. some minor water damage was observed
near sink.
Bathroom
1st floor main, 2nd floor main Bathroom
Electrical outlets: GFCI outlets. The outlets that were tested functioned properly.
Counter/Cabinet: Composite and wood. The bathroom cabinets were in good condition.
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Sink / countertop: Porcelain. No problems
were observed with the sinks. Upper
bathroom sink faucet was loose.
Loose upper
bathroom sink faucet
Recommendation: Secure faucet at upper bathroom sink.
Shower/Surround: Tile wall surfaces. No problems were observed with the shower walls
Bathtubs: The spray nozzle for the en-suite
bathroom bathtub would not turn off.
Spray unit on right would not
turn off and regular spout on left
would not turn on.
Recommendation: Service master en-suite bathtub faucet to improve its operation.
Toilets: American Standard. The toilets were serviceable.
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Bathroom (Continued)
Ventilation: Exhaust fans were observed in
the bathrooms., One of the bathroom exhaust
fans was controlled by a programmable timer
switch. This type of switch is ins No ventilation
problems were detected., The bathroom
exhaust fan was controlled by a
programmable timer switch. This switch is
installed to improve the ventilation of the
home. The fan should be programmed to turn
on for a minimum of four hours during the day
to discharge stale or damp air to the outdoors.
Timer switch for upper
north bathroom fan
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Laundry Room/Area
Main Floor Laundry Room/Area
Laundry Sink: PVC. The laundry sink was in reasonable condition for its age.
Washer Hoses: Rubber supply hoses. Rubber washing
machine hoses should be replaced with stronger stainless steel
braided hoses. Other supply tubing to sinks and toilets should
be checked and replaced with this type of hose if not already
installed.
Rubber washing
machine hoses
Recommendation: Replace the rubber washing machine water hoses with stainless steel braided hoses. Check
other supply tubes for sinks and toilets and replace with this type of hose if not already installed.
Dryer Vent: Metal flex. No problems were observed with the visible drier ducting.
Washer Drain: Wall mounted drain. No problems were observed with the washing machine drain.
Floor Drain: No drain was observed. No drain was observed in the laundry area. The installation of a leak
protection system is suggested to protect this area of the house from potential water leakage and resulting
damage.
Recommendation: Consider installing a leak protection system near the washing machine.
Plumbing
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Plumbing (Continued)
Service Line: Polyethylene plastic
Water servie pipe
at southeast area
of crawl space
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Plumbing (Continued)
Main Water Shutoff Location: Located in crawl space. No
problems were observed with the main water shut off valve.
Main water
shut off
valve
Pressure reducing valve Located adjacent to main water shutoff valve. The pressure reducing valve appears to
have failed and should be replaced.
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Plumbing (Continued)
Static water pressure 90 psi The water
pressure was too high and should be reduced.
Pressure guage showing high
water pressure
Pressure Under Flow 55 psi at 3 gpm The above measured pressure reduction, which is more than expected, could
be caused by an obstruction in the water service line, an obstruction or malfunction in the pressure reducing valve,
or excessive pipe losses in the supply plumbing system. The exact source of the problem was not confirmed. A
licensed plumber should be hired to further test the system and locate / repair the source of the problem.
Recommendation: Hire a plumber to correct the noted drop in water pressure.
Water Supply Piping: Cross Link Polyethylene (PEX). The visible piping was in reasonable condition.
Backflow Preventors: A backflow preventor was observed at the fire sprinkler system., Vacuum Breaker at Hot
Water Tank., Vacuum Breakers at hose bibs. Backflow preventors are installed to allow water to flow only in one
direction in the plumbing system. Without this devise, contaminated or heated water could flow into the domestic
drinking water system.
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Plumbing (Continued)
Fire Sprinkler System: The fire sprinkler system was not inspected or tested during our inspection. The fire
sprinkler system was not tested during our inspection. The fire sprinkler system should be inspected and tested
annually by a qualified fire sprinkler contractor.
Fire
sprinkler
valves
Sprinkler heads in
bedroom
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Plumbing (Continued)
Recommendation: Note the existence of a fire sprinkler system in the house and requirement for annual
inspections. Schedule an inspection and testing of the fire sprinkler system. Also notify your insurance provider so
that they are aware of the system and can provide any available discount to your insurance premium.
Garden Sprinkler System: The garden
sprinkler system was not inspected or tested
during our inspection. The garden sprinkler
system should be drained every autumn so
that freezing damage is not done to the pipes
during the winter. This work should be carried
out by a qualified sprinkler contractor.
Irrigation system
control panel
Recommendation: Schedule servicing and draining of the garden irrigation system prior to the next winter.
Drain Pipes: ABS. No problems were observed with the waste plumbing system. The condition of the piping interior
was however not inspected.
Basement Water Heater
Water Heater Operation: Adequate.
The temperature of the hot water was not measured. Tank hot-water settings of 120o F. to 140o F. are typical.
Settings as low as 110o F. have been recommended by BC Hydro for energy conservation. Excessively high
settings should be avoided because of the risk of scalding. Specially-designed pressure-balancing valves, also
known as anti-scald valves, are available to replace standard single-lever mixing valves.
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Plumbing (Continued)
Manufacturer: John Wood
Hot water
tank
Type: Electric. Capacity: 284 liters
Manufacture / Installation Date: 2008 Typical life expectancy for a hot water tank is in the order of ten years.
TPRV and Drain Tube: Plastic tube.
Floor Drain: A drip pan and floor drain were found at the base of the hot water tank.
Trap Primer: No trap primer was found near the hot water tank.
Lateral Restraint: Metal straps have been installed around the tank and fastened to the adjacent wall. The tank
appeared to be adequately supported for lateral loads.
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Heating System
Heating System
Manufacturer: Amana
Compressor unit for
heat pump
Interior heat pump
unit in crawl space
Type: Forced air with heat pump
Fuel Type: Electric., Heat Pump.
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Heating System (Continued)
Approximate Age: 4 years
Heating System Operation: The heating system was functional at the time of our inspection.
Approximate Efficiency: 100%
Energuide sticker
on Heat Pump
Filter: Disposable pleated filter. The filter was clean.
Distribution: Metal duct. The ducting appeared to be in good condition.
Circulator: Circulating fan. The furnace fan appeared to be serviceable.
Thermostat: Programmable thermostat. The thermostat functioned properly.
Latest service Record: No service record was observed.
Recommendation: Servicing of the heating system is recommended.
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Heating System (Continued)
Suspected Asbestos: No
Electrical
Service Type: Underground. The underground electrical service was not visible for inspection.
Service Voltage: 110 / 240 volt AC. This is standard voltage for a household in Canada.
Ground: Grounding system was not inspected.
240 VAC Branch Circuits: Copper. No problems were observed with the visible wiring in the home.
120 VAC Branch Circuits: Copper. No problems were observed with the visible wiring in the home.
Outlets: Three-pronged. The outlets that were tested functioned properly.
AFCI: Breakers on panel with test button. The AFCI breakers were not tested. Testing of these breakers which
controls the bedroom outlets would reset any electronics such as clocks and computers.
GFCI: Exterior outlets., Bathroom outlets., Hot tub. All GFCIs functioned and tested properly.
Garage Electric Panel
Manufacturer: Stab-lok. No visible problems were observed with the breaker panel.
Main Disconnect: 200 Amps. No visible problems were observed with the main disconnect.
Over-current Protection: Modern Thermal Breakers. The installed breakers are similar to those being installed
today.
Panel labels: The various breakers on the panel were labeled.
Vacant breakers: There were many vacant breaker positions available. The vacant breaker positions are available
for future wiring additions in the home.
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Attic
Above entire house Attic
Access Location: In upper front and northwest bedrooms. The attic was inspected from the access opening.
Detailed inspections with the often associated hazard of damaging ceiling surfaces obscured by insulation fill are
beyond the scope of our inspection. Removal of stored material which can obscure portions of the attic-space is
similarly not undertaken.
Attic hatch in front
bedroom
Attic hatch in
northwest bedroom
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Roof Framing: 2x4 Trusses @ 24" centers.
No problems were observed with the roof
structure.
Attic framing
Sheathing: Plywood. No problems were observed with the roof sheathing.
Ventilation: Roof and soffit vents. The ventilation for the attic space appeared adequate
Insulation: Blown in. This type of insulation is
common in modern construction
Attic insulation
Insulation Depth: Over 12" The depth of insulation appeared adequate
Vapor Barrier: Polyethylene plastic. The vapor barrier which was covered in insulation was not inspected.
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Attic (Continued)
Pests: No evidence of any rodent habitation was observed from the access hatch.
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Conclusion
The house is a comparatively new structure. The overall design of the house exterior would be considered well
suited for the damp climate conditions in the Lower Mainland.
The quality of construction would be considered above average on a relative scale.
Past maintenance of the house appears to have been average over recent years. Repair and maintenance of items
discussed in the report should be carried out as soon as practicable.
This report is the sole property of EBI BUILDING INSPECTIONS LTD., prepared for the exclusive use of the noted
client, and may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of EBI BUILDING INSPECTIONS
LTD.
If you discover any significant items in the home, which are inconsistent with the information discussed on site or in
the report, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 604-926-6666. We will gladly provide any necessary
clarification and re-visit the home to check the item of concern if necessary.
Yours truly,
EBI BUILDING INSPECTIONS LTD.
.
Matt A. Foxall, CHI, CRI
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Maintenance / Repair Summary
This summary is not the entire report. The complete report may include additional information of concern to the client. It is
recommended that the client read the complete report.
Lots and Grounds
1. Recommendation: Unblock the basement stairway drain to improve drainage at this location.
2. Recommendation: Hire a pool company to inspect the hot tub on the property.
Building Exterior
3. Recommendation: Repaint the exterior wood trim in the next 1 to 2 years.
4. Recommendation: Install a shutoff wrench at the gas meter.
Roof
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Recommendation: Question the present owners about the possible existence of a warranty for the roofing.
Install deflector flashings at the lower corners of the roof near the gutter ends.
Recommendation: Extend the plumbing vents to at least 12 inches above the roof surface.
Recommendation: Remove any solid debris from the gutters.
Recommendation: Extend any upper downpipes to discharge directly into the lower level gutters.
Basement
10. Recommendation: Tighten any loose nuts for the foundation anchor bolts.
11. Recommendation: Note the existence of a sewage sump in the basement. This equipment was not included
as part of our inspection. Schedule servicing of the sump and pump and schedule periodic future servicing.
Fireplace/Wood Stove
12. Recommendation: Service the gas fireplace to confirm its reliable and safe operation.
Bathroom
13. Recommendation: Secure faucet at upper bathroom sink.
14. Recommendation: Service master en-suite bathtub faucet to improve its operation.
Laundry Room/Area
15. Recommendation: Replace the rubber washing machine water hoses with stainless steel braided hoses.
Check other supply tubes for sinks and toilets and replace with this type of hose if not already installed.
16. Recommendation: Consider installing a leak protection system near the washing machine.
Plumbing
17. Recommendation: Hire a plumber to correct the noted drop in water pressure.
18. Recommendation: Note the existence of a fire sprinkler system in the house and requirement for annual
inspections. Schedule an inspection and testing of the fire sprinkler system. Also notify your insurance provider
so that they are aware of the system and can provide any available discount to your insurance premium.
19. Recommendation: Schedule servicing and draining of the garden irrigation system prior to the next winter.
Heating System
20. Recommendation: Servicing of the heating system is recommended.
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