Colorado Registered Professional Engineer. Serving the Pikes Peak Region including  Monument and Palmer Lake, Black Forest, and Southern Douglas and Teller Counties. 719-599-8555

COMMON DEFECTS

No house is perfect. Some defects are very common. Below are some of the more common defects that we find when inspecting a home:

Improper drainage All areas around the house should be sloped away from the house so that water will drain away. Improper drainage can lead to water getting into the basement or crawlspace.

Roof Many roofs have areas that may not have been nailed properly or flashed exactly right and may lead to leaks or premature failure of the roof. Wind and hail damage are common in the Pikes Peak region. Many people postpone replacement of their roof as long as possible so many roofs may already be beyond their expected lifespan.

Electrical Ungrounded or improperly wired outlets are common defects. Improper wiring in the main panel may pose a serious risk. Older houses may need to have their electrical system updated. Some electrical panels are known to be problematic and can be identified by a knowledgeable home inspector.

Plumbing Common plumbing defects include leaking drains and fixtures, dripping faucets, slow drains and loose toilets.

Water heater Many people postpone replacing their water heater until it fails so we see many water heaters that are nearing the end or beyond the end of their expected lifespan. Some water heaters are connected backwards or may have safety issues.

Furnace Many furnaces are in need of routine maintenance such replacing a dirty filter or servicing.

Garage Door Many garage doors are in need of servicing so the door will operate properly. Some garage doors have serious safety concerns when the safety mechanisms (e.g., electric eye & auto-reverse) are not functioning.

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