Bowes Home Inspection LLC
Previously found issues
The current insulation is far below recommended levels and should be at least twice as thick to ensure proper energy efficiency.
Ensure proper drainage away from your foundation to protect your home and prevent costly foundation issues.
Vegetation growing on walls can extend into your attic, leading to even more damage.
A missing dryer vent is a serious safety concern. Without it, moisture and lint get trapped, clothes take longer to dry, and the risk of mold, home damage, and even fire increases.
Small trees and shrubs should be planted at least 10 feet from your home to prevent roots from damaging the foundation and branches from harming the roof.
Incandescent light bulbs in closets pose a fire hazard and should have at least 12 inches of clearance from any items.
The water heater closet has no ceiling, which presents safety concerns, including potential fire hazards and an increased risk of carbon monoxide leaks.
Exposed wires were observed below the HVAC drain pan, which poses an electrical safety hazard.
Not sure where the insulation came from, but it shouldn't be where it is...
Removing a bush revealed damage to the fascia and soffit.
A disconnected furnace flue can release carbon monoxide (CO) into your attic and home. Recent roof work may have reattached the vent to the roof but not to the furnace, creating a serious safety hazard.
Water temperature should not exceed 120°F. At 155°F, it can easily cause burns, especially to young children.
The vent pipe was secured on the roof but is no longer connected to the HVAC unit, ending instead in the supporting 2x4s—a serious safety concern.