Originally Posted By: dsmith1
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Originally Posted By: bgentry
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Just report it exactly as you see it. I wouldn’t offer any explanation as to why it happened or how to fix it. Our job is only to report. I would advise them to have a professional roofing contractor check it out before closing. Off the record, it looks bad enough to replace at least that section of roof decking. Just my opinion.
Anyone else?
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Bradley S. Gentry
Superior Home Inspection, LLC
Harrisonburg, Charlottesville, &
Elkton, VA
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Originally Posted By: mgault
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Concur with Brad… Report in need of Consult, but that decking section is bad. Likely got good and wet prior to installing…
my 2 cents…
-Mike
Originally Posted By: dvalley
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Roof sheathing is delaminating throughout. Recommend a professional roofer evaluate to determine costs of repair/replacement.
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David Valley
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Massachusetts Certified Home Inspections
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Originally Posted By: bking
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I concur, also recommend no one heavier than 125lbs walk on it for safety reasons.
Originally Posted By: ekartal
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I agree with Michael that it was soaked before installation. I may even wage a buck or two.
Erol Kartal
Originally Posted By: lkage
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| dsmith1 wrote: |
| How would you report this condition  |
Possible wording:
The roof deck is badly warped and delaminating.
The house is 40 years old, recently reshingled, trusses on 2 foot centers with plywood that appears appox. 3/8" thick which would be inadequate by today's standards. Vents were added but the soffits are 50 % obstructed with insulation impairing adequate ventilation. Some H clips are missing. The roof is springy in some places and can be a safety hazard to walk on.
I recommend a qualified roofing contractor evaluate the roof and make repairs as needed.
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Originally Posted By: dsmith1
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Thanks for the input.
Went with simply describing what I observed, that it was a possible major concern and recommending further evaluation by a specialist.
Seems like this is the best approach when in doubt.
David