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Faulty
Ground Cable
Not obvious at first glance, but this ground cable
was placed in the clamp with the vinyl cover still
on (not stripped therefore there is no ground). |
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Unsafe
Condition
A masonry retaining wall with major structural cracks
that in this condition could collapse at any time. |
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Foundation
Wall Crack
This is a substantial crack in the foundation wall,
most likely allowing water entry into the basement
area.
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Unsafe
Condition
Hidden wiring in the attic can often be found during
a home inspection revealing a serious unsafe condition. |
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Unsafe
Column
This type of unsafe column is usually not seen unless
someone takes the time to carefully inspect all
hidden areas of a home.
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Poor
Workmanship
Even to the untrained eye, the appearance of these
structural columns indicates something is wrong
with this construction. |
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Faulty
Plumbing
Although appearing to be a minor problem, this type
of repair might reflect the overall condition of
other components of this home. |
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A
Hidden Receptacle
Something like this might appear to be of minor
concern, however it usually is a sign of other faulty
workmanship throughout the home. |
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Crack
In the Foundation Wall
This is a substantial crack in the foundation wall,
most likely allowing water entry into the basement
area. |
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Homemade
Heating
It is obvious this furnace was not installed by
a professional. The exhaust vent of the furnace
is tied into the hood fan of the stove; a potential,
lethal condition. |
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Unsafe
Condition
This metal chimney is in direct contact with combustible
material and unsafe condition. |
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Faulty
Chimney Cap
The condition of this chimney cap will allow the
chimney to deteriorate prematurely and eventually
crumble onto the roof due to freeze thaw cycles. |
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Unsafe
Condition
The exhaust chimney of the hot water tank is tied
into the exhaust vent of the furnace. This is an
unsafe condition. |
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Damaged
Water Line
It is apparent that this water line currently does
not carry water. A new home owner applying this
line with water will certainly be disappointed. |
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Structural
Crack in the Foundation Wall and Footing
Carefully inspecting each structure can reveal structural
concerns that might otherwise appear to be repaired
minor. |
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Signs
of Corrosion
This condition is indicative of the age, care and
maintenance found at this location. Not a good buy. |
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A
Hidden Sign of a Problem
This half inch copper supply line shows signs of
leakage that might be minor, but never the less
hidden and the source of a potentially major problem
in the future. |
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Hidden
Corrosion
Unless the time is taken to crawl under homes and
into attics, conditions such as these are only found
when they deteriorate to a complete failure. |
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