September 21, 2018

Timothy L. Bradberry

Re: 12271 Scotts Cove Trail, Jacksonville, FL 32225

Stan Carraway with Home Check, Inc. performed a home inspection at above referenced
property per your request. Observations and concerns are outlined below for your review.
Photos are attached.

Exterior
Exterior sidewalls are brick on front elevation and cementious siding panels on the sides and rear
elevations and composition lap siding on front garage elevation. Visible and accessible
portions of the exterior structure were inspected and the following concerns observed.

1. WDO inspector found wood damage at the following areas; review his report for
findings. I am providing photos of these areas.

a) Composition board siding has wood damage on front garage gable end wall above the
garage overhead door, (photo 52).

b) Eave fascia has water damage where garage left eave transitions with dining room
wall, (photo 55). This damage is a result of improper wall flashing and repair
needed.

c) Wood damage observed left and right sides of front entry porch gable rakes (referred
to as bird’s mouth), (photo 56).

d) Wood damage observed where front eave terminates into brick wall at office room
wall, (photo 57).

e) Wood damage observed on french doors and jambs leading to rear patio, and should
be replaced with new door unit, (photo 60).

f) Wood/water damage to all rear window units and frames and repair needed, (photos
61, 63, 64).

g) Extensive wood damage to rear yard fence gates and fence panels and need replacing,
(photos 70, 71).

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 2. Detached rear yard structure is in poor condition, (photo 66). Porch decking is sagging
and deteriorating; recommend structure be removed from property or structurally re-built.

3. A large tree located at front left corner adjacent to house, root systems are exposed and
growing near the foundation wall, (photo 59). Suggest you consult with an arborist to
see if the tree root system can be controlled or tree should be removed.

Numerous stored items and boxes are located in the garage and prevented visual inspection of
walls and floors in some areas, (photo 12).

4. Garage overhead metal door and Genie Screw-drive opener were safety tested and were
operating in a satisfactory manner. However, it is recommended sensor lights located
each side of overhead door jambs be lowered so they are positioned 4-6 inches above
garage floor slab as recommended by garage door opener manufacturers for safety
measures.

5. Garage overhead door left jamb has come loose from wall and needs to be re-secured,
(photo 51).

6. Garage interior ceiling is damaged above the garage overhead door springs area. It
appears someone stepped on the ceiling in the attic causing damage and sheetrock ceiling
repair needed, (photos 53, 54).

7. Irrigation system was not tested and professional service needed. Originally a well
pump was installed for irrigation but has been abandoned and is located left side of a/c
condenser unit, (photo 65).
a) Backflow valve is located right side of garage; one valve has been shut off, and there
appears to be a water leak on the right side of the loop, (photo 68, 69).
b) Irrigation controller pad does not have a permanent receptacle for power.

Roof/Attic
Roof covering consists of architectural design shingles installed in January 2018. Roof was
inspected and finalized by City of Jacksonville Building Permit Department. Seller should
provide all warranty transfer information to buyer. Due to high pitch roof was inspected from
ground. Shingles appear to be in good repair. These type shingles generally have a 30 year
manufacturer’s life expectancy.

8. A large opening is observed in the attic left side of office where upper roof eave joins the
shingle roof. This allows for pest entry into the attic. This opening needs to be sealed,
(photo 58).

Ventilation of the roof and attic is provided by soffit vents and off ridge vents and a gable end
vent fan located in garage attic.
9. However vent fan did not respond/operate when tested, (photo 47)

Visible and accessible portions of the attic was inspected. Attic access is provided in garage by
a pull down staircase ladder. Attic insulation is fiberglass blown in and fiberglass batts
approximate R-30 value and evenly spread, (photo 49).

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Chimney flue pipe is visible from attic and no evidence of water stains or damage was observed
at flue, (photo 50). It was disclosed that the chimney chase has been re-built when new roof
shingles were installed in 2018.

Electrical
Electrical service consists of a 150 amp Square D breaker type distribution panel located in the
garage. Distribution panel cover was removed and panel inspected and no evidence of
deficiencies were observed at panel, (photos 1, 2). Wiring at panel is single strand copper with
multi-strand aluminum for the appliances.

Receptacles, switches and light fixtures and fans were tested and the following concerns were
observed. Consult electrician for repairs to the following.

10. In garage right side of electrical distribution panel, there is a GFCI wall receptacle which
would not trip when tested and receptacle should be replaced. This receptacle appears to
be connected to the bathroom receptacles, (photo 13). Consult with electrician for repair
to make sure exterior receptacles, garage and bathroom receptacles are GFCI protected.

11. GFCI receptacle located in kitchen on countertop left of sink will not trip when tested and
needs replacing, (photo 16). Kitchen countertop receptacles should be GFCI protected
for electrical safety measures.

12. Wall receptacle on garage left interior wall is missing a coverplate and coverplate should
be installed, (photo 14).

13. Right hall ceiling light fixture globe is missing.

14. Florescent light fixture installed above the rear French doors. This fixture is not
approved for exterior use and is considered unsafe and should be removed, (photo 62).

Heating and Cooling System

Heating and cooling is provided by a 3-ton Rheem air to air heat pump system
manufactured/installed in 2001. This system is 17 years and has past manufacturer’s life
expectancy and may need replacing in the near future. Air handler unit is located in garage and
exterior condenser is located adjacent to rear sidewall (photos 6-9). There is a clean out plug
provided for the air handler.

System was operating and cooling but the following concerns.

15. Air handler cover was removed and inspected and no evidence of deficiencies were
indicated inside the air handler cabinet, (photos 7. 8). Return filter grill located in the
right hallway is missing filter but filter was installed during our inspection. However,
filter grill is restricted with dirt and needs cleaning, (photo 10).

16. There are openings into the attic where air handler ducts entering garage ceiling and
openings should be fire-caulked (photo 6 red arrow).

17. HVAC vent grill is missing inside the master bathroom closet and needs to be installed,
(photo 43).

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Appliances
Kitchen appliances include the following.

 GE original microwave was manufactured in 1998 and was tested and was operating but
is 20 years old and has exceeded life expectancy.

 GE stove with ceramic top was tested and was operating. Age is unknown.

18. Kenmore refrigerator was operating and cooling and was installed in 1995 and is 23 years
old and has past manufacturer’s life expectancy. However, icemaker is not operating and
needs repair. Refrigerator door handle rubber has come loose and needs service.
Consult appliance professional for service/repair.

19. Garbage disposal unit has been replaced; however, old unit has not been removed and
still located inside sink cabinet.

20. Dishwasher is not operating and front panel is missing. Dishwasher is in poor condition
and should be replaced, (photo 17).

21. Garbage compactor is operating but is very noisy and screw-drive should be lubricated in
an effort to reduce the noise factor, (photo 18).

22. Newer clothes washer and clothes dryer were not tested as they are probably not
remaining with the house, (photo 46). However, clothes dryer vent is not sealed where
it passes through roof decking in the attic and needs to be sealed. If clothes dryer vent
has not been cleaned within the past year, recommend dryer vent be professionally clean
to prevent a fire hazard condition, (photo 48).

Water Heater
Hot water is being provided to fixtures by a 50 gallon Whirlpool electric water heater
manufactured in 2005 and is located in garage, (photos 4, 5). Thermostats and elements could
not be tested due to the electronic control and element wires not accessible but water heater
appears to be operating in a satisfactory manner.

Plumbing
Visible and accessible portions of the plumbing system were inspected. Water distribution
piping consists of cpvc water supply piping with pvc waste piping.

Two water meters are provided; one meter is for house potable water, and the other water meter
is for irrigation water. Irrigation meter was installed in 1997. Both water meters are located in
front yard right side of driveway.

23. Main water shut off valve is located at the water meter, and also at a valve located right
side of front entry porch inside a pvc pipe chase. However, valve right of front entry,
pipe chase is covered with soil and valve was not tested. Soil should be cleaned out and
pipe capped to prevent dirt from entering pipe chase. In case of an emergency leak,
water to interior can be shut off at water meter valve or at water softener valve.

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 24. A utility sink located in the garage. Drain-trap has been glued and is not removable for
cleaning. This may have been installed by non-professional. Drain trap should be able
to be removed by hand for cleaning purposes and repair needed, (photo 3).

25. A water softener unit is located in the garage but it was disclosed the water softener unit
is not operating and needs professional service, (photo 11). An inline filter is located
right side of water softener and this filter should be replaced several times a year for
proper maintenance. It is recommend this filter be replaced when water softener unit is
professional service.

All interior plumbing fixtures were tested and the following concerns observed. Consult
certified plumber for further evaluation and repair.

26. Kitchen sink is leaking at the drainpipes and has caused water damage to the cabinet floor
and cabinet walls below the sink and mold like substance is growing in the cabinet.
Consult mold contractor for further testing of this substance and removal of damaged
cabinet, (photos 19, 20).

27. Left hall bathroom concerns.

a) Toilet water valve was shut off. Inspector opened valve and flush the toilet and toilet
was flushing properly. Flapper valve could be leaking and recommend flapper valve
be replaced.

b) Sink stopper is missing and should be replaced.

c) Whirlpool tub could not be tested. Shower head is missing and the control valve that
adjusts the water flow to the showerhead and to the tub spout is missing. Consult
plumber to install the control valves and install spout and test the shower and fill the
whirlpool tub and test for proper operation.

d) Left hall bathroom window tile jambs have grout cracks and window is not water
tight, (photo 72).

28. Master bathroom concerns.

a) Master bathroom toilet is not properly attached to floor and can be lifted by hand
pressure; consult plumber for repair, (photo 42).

b) Shower enclosure is in poor condition. Shower door will not operate properly and a
screw driver is being used to hold the door in place. There is also wood damage
observed on the French door casing left side of shower door. Shower glass needs
cleaning and caulking. It is our recommendation shower door and enclosure be
replaced, (photo 41).

c) Master bathroom two sinks are missing drain-stoppers, (photo 44 red arrow).

d) Master bathroom vanity cabinet is missing pull knobs, (photo 44). Evidence of what
appears to from an old plumbing leak has caused damage to cabinet floor below the
sink; small repair needed, (photo 45).

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Interior
29. Windows are manufactured by GA and are insulated windows. Windows were tested
and the following concerns observed. Consult window repair contractor for further
evaluation and repair/replace as needed.

a) Dining room window balancer springs are broken and window will remain in open
position, (photo 25).

b) Front left bedroom window plastic covering behind the thumb latches are cracked and
plastic covering needs replacing, (photo 27, 28).

c) Left rear bedroom window has water leaks with mold-like substance observed on the
window jambs and on the baseboard below the window sill. Baseboard has
expanded from water intrusion, (photos 36, 37).

d) Master bedroom wall below the double window sill was not inspected due to bed
blocking access, (photo 39). Master bedroom has mold like substance sighted
around the window frames and jambs.

e) Master bathroom tub window is fogged/not clear; repair consists of replacing the
glass pane, (photo 40).

30. Window screens are torn/missing at the following areas and needs repair/replacing.
a) Dining room window screen is torn, (photo 25).
b) Front left bedroom window screen is missing
c) Left rear bedroom window screen is missing.
d) Office window screen is missing.
e) Master bedroom left window screen is missing.

31. Kitchen floor has numerous floor tiles that are cracked and need replacing, (photo 15).

32. Dining room has ceiling damage is sighted as a result of past roof leak and repair needed,
(photos 23, 26).

33. Passageway header leading from foyer to dining room has peeling paint and water
damage from roof leak and repair needed, (photo 24).

34. A wood burning fireplace is provided with gas logs. Gas logs were not tested since the
two gas tanks on left side of the house have been disconnected from the gas lines, (photos
21, 67). The fireplace glass doors and damper are operational. Consult Gas Company
to provide and test the gas fireplace logs.

35. Front left bedroom closet wire racks right side of closet are missing angle bracing to
support the shelves, (photo 29).

36. Front left bedroom closet carpet has been cut/removed on right side closet; reason
unknown, (photo 30).

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 37. Front bedroom closet baseboard has expanded and is generally related with water
damage. This is next to a small hatch cover adjacent to the whirlpool tub motor and
baseboard repair needed, (photo 31).

38. Several ceiling fans are missing light fixture globes and need to be installed, (photo 32).

39. Front bedroom walls have art work drawn on the walls and walls need to be painted,
(photo 33).

40. Front left bedroom entry door swings closed on its own and is referred to ghosting; hinge
adjustment needed, (photo 34).

41. Hall closet baseboard has what appears to be mold like substance and could be from the
adjoining bathroom which may have experienced spill over, (photo 35).

42. Carpet is in poor condition throughout and should be replaced, (photo 38).

43. Kitchen counter bar is tilted and the wall is not plum with kitchen base cabinet and repair
needed, (photo 73).

In closing, may we point out the fact that all our observations and conclusions are based on
areas of the house, structure and systems that are visible and readily accessible at the time of
our inspection. Conditions that exist behind walls, panels, personal property, or areas requiring
disassembly are beyond the visual scope of this inspection.

Stanley L. Carraway
Home Check, Inc.
Florida Licensed Home Inspector, HI-212
268-7711

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