0k, I’ll pick on the report too :)… first off I like it overall, I have your template and have modified it significantly over time…
you place the realtors entire contact information- is this ad space for your buddies?
why is stain better than paint on decks?
you recommend any cracked, deteriorating concrete or walkways be replaced? what if the driveway is gravel?
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[size=2][FONT=Arial]one or more areas. The Center for Disease
Control (CDC) defines this as less than 20 feces per square foot. Rodent infestation may be a safety hazard
due to the risk of contracting Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS). HPS is a rare (only 20-50 cases per year
in the United states) but deadly (40% mortality rate) disease transmitted by infected rodents through urine,
droppings, or saliva" would freak anyone out. living in areas with a lot of corn fields, mice, rats, ect- try come indoors every winter. its what they do. [/size]
– Yes but what is posted is a fact.
**electrical: [FONT=Arial][size=2][FONT=Arial][size=2]
[size=2][FONT=Arial]Exposed wires should have a either black tape
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– Your right. Color code nuts are required.
**AC: [FONT=Arial][size=2][FONT=Arial][size=2]
[size=2][FONT=Arial]Foam insulator is cracked or missing. The insulation is used to help prevent the****pipe from sweating. Recommend hiring a qualified HVAC contractor for repair.
you need an HVAC tech to put on a piece of pipe insulation?[/size][/size][/size]
– Depends on who you are I usually tell the client to have them do it when they are out doing a MX checkup.
**service wires:[FONT=Arial][size=2][FONT=Arial][size=2]
**[size=2][FONT=Arial]The service drop wires are in contact with trees or vegetation. Recommend having****a qualified tree service company or arborist prune or remove trees as necessary to prevent straining or **abrading the service drop wires.
doesnt the electrical company take care of the wires up to the meter? they do here
– My area… City’s responsibility is limited to those trees located within a public right of way. Trees located on private property are the responsibility of the property owner.
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[size=2][FONT=Arial]One or more electric receptacles at the
**garage had no visible ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. **
didnt you test them?
– Of course. Your right visible wasn’t a good word to use.
**flues: [FONT=Arial][size=2][FONT=Arial][size=2]
[size=2][FONT=Arial]Recommend cutting sheeting
from the flue so there is at least a 2 inch clearance from all combustible materials by a licensed contractor.
isnt it 1" for type B flue clearance? – Yes your correct. Was I talking about a chimney pipe or furnace flue?
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**tub: [FONT=Arial][size=2][FONT=Arial][size=2]
[size=2][FONT=Arial]Bathtub is missing the water stopper. Without it you cannot fill your tub up with water. Ever seen the rubber stoppers sold at walmart?
– Yep and I’m sure thats where my client headed sometime after closing unless all they do is take showers
was the report with pictures too big to load? – Yes Many people still use slow connections. But with that said I’m getting ready to put up a recent report with pictures.
You call out many items as defects that would be in my regular section as maintenance tips or noted damage- like the stopper. or the flexible drain in bathroom sink but thats your style. – My style to now I’ve changed since putting up this report, your right.
**To me everything is price relevant. If I bought the house and the drain worked fine, I wouldnt replace it. If it clogged a couple times then I would. things cost money. an older house is cheaper than a new one. but you get older pieces and parts - you replace and update as needed. I dont like to provide links to places that are selling items like your insulation links. OF COURSE they want people to upgrade their insulation- its how they make money. **
– Not sure what your referring to here. I can’t see the report right now.
**I hope you arent offended by my criticism. **
– Not at all. I’ll let everyon know once I put up my latest. Thank you I appreciate your comments.
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