FOUNDATION

Over-Notched Floor Joists In Crawlspace

Support Columns Without Proper Footings

Buckling Foundation Wall From Hydraulic Pressure

“The Balancing Girder” Should Have Supports On Each End

“Shade-Tree Mechanic And Foundation Repair?” Automotive Jack Not Ok As Foundation Support

Deteriorated Beams And Moisture Damage

Girders Not Properly Supported

Cathedral Ceiling Without Rafter Ties Causes Top Of Wall To Bow Out

Inadequate Make-Shift Beams And Support Posts

Cracks With Displacement Due To Structural Movement

Failed Girder Due To Moisture Damage From Plumbing Leak

Efflorescence And Moisture Infiltration Through Foundation Wall

ROOF

Deteriorated Plumbing Vent Boots Will Allow Moisture Into The Attic And Ceilings

Improper Drip Edge Can Allow Moisture To Flow Back Into Soffits

Wall-Type Dryer Vent On Roof Will Leak, (And Prolong Drying Time)

Deteriorated Roof Penetrations On Up-Slope Side Not Visible From Ground at House in Homewood

Missing Shingle Causing Moisture Damage To Interior

Exposed Fasteners Are Prone To Leaking

Improperly Installed Vent Flashing Will Need Continual Repairs

Creative But Nonfunctional Flashing

Damaged Framing Under Roof Decking Creates Opening Into Attic

Flashing – Not Just A Lewd Act In Public – Actually Needed Between Roof And Wall

Ran Out Of License Plates - Had To Use Shingles For Rest Of Roof

Ridge Vent Improperly Installed With Exposed Keyholes Below

PLUMBING

Failure Prone Corrugated Drain Lines And Electrical Tape Used For Plumbing Repairs in Cahaba Heights Home

Broken Drain Line Held Together With Bungee Cords

Drain Without Trap Emits Toxic Sewer Gasses Into House

Waste Line Not Properly Vented Through Roof Causes Traps To Siphon Out

S-Trap Configuration Prone To Siphoning And Loosing Water Seal… Two S-Traps Together Are A Work of Art in Highland Park Home

Main Valve Leaking At Foundation Wall In Crawlspace

Leaking Waste Line Under House From Improper Junction

Duct Tape Used As Plumbing Repair For Leak Under Cabinet

Missing Clamp Causes Waste Line To Leak In Crawlspace in Birmingham Home

Crimped Supply Line Under Sink Prone To Failure in Hoover Home

Open Waste Line In Crawlspace Releases Hazardous Fumes

Putty Not “Mighty” Enough For Plumbing Repair

ELECTRICAL

Whole House Ground Severed In The Main Panel

Most Electrical Issues Affect Performance And Safety At The Same Time

Corrosion On Terminals Can Cause Overheating And Create A Fire Hazard

Multi-Tapping – Too Many Wires In A Single Terminal Can Prevent Positive Contact

Improper Splice In Subpanel at Home in Homewood

Exposed Wiring And Open Junction Boxes Pose A Shock Hazard

“Creative Wiring” Can Pose A Variety Of Safety Concerns

Exterior Outlet Not Properly Sealed Allows Moisture Into Box

Receptacles Should Be Inspected Before Problems Occur

Broken Receptacles Should Be Replaced

Faulty Wiring In Receptacle Is A Fire Hazard

Non-Exterior Rated Wire Looses Multiple Battles With Weed Eater

HVAC/MECHANICAL

Frozen A/C Refrigerant Line in Homewood Home

Condensate Line Without Coupling Installed With Electrical Tape And Leaking

Missing Insulation On A/C Line In Attic Creates Condensation And Damages Ceiling

Condensate Line Termination Location Could Cause Foundation Issues

Damaged Electrical Conduit Can Create A Shock Hazard Around Condensing Unit

Open Plenum Blowing Heated And Cooled Air Directly Into Crawlspace

Missing Insulation On Ducts In Attic Will Reduce Efficiency

Leaking And Corroded Supply Line Can Reduce The Service Life Of Water Heater

Shelving And Hanging Clothes Against Hot Vent Could Cause Fire in Birmingham Home

Evidence Of Improper Combustion Due To Rust In Burner Chamber in Avondale Home

Furnace Vent Pipe Lacks Proper Clearance From Combustibles And Wood Has Begun To Char

Disconnected Dryer Vent In Basement in East Lake Home

GROUNDS

Retaining Wall Cracking And Leaning Due To Pressure

Termite Damage To Fencing Can Spread To House

Cracks With Displacement Compromises Wall Strength

Steps Cut To Wrong Size With Unsafe Bearing On Risers

Failing Retaining Wall Causing Driveway Above It To Begin To Collapse

Missing Deck Flashing Causes Siding To Deteriorate And Fall

Unseated Bolts Causes Deck To Pull Away From Wall

Joists Loosing Attachment And Barring From Bowed Outer Rim Joist

Improper Ledger Board Causing Joist To Split From Pressure

Do You Think This Deck Contractor Offered A Warranty?

Deck Not Secured To Support Posts

2x4 Joists Are Inadequate For Deck Framing

EXTERIOR

Roof To Poorly Designed Addition Creates A Dam In The Window Seal And Will Continually Allow Rain Into Wall And Interior Of Home in Homewood

Termite Damage To Wood Behind Garage Door Trim

Chimney Sealed Off Rendering Fireplace Out Of Service

Deferred Maintenance Resulting In Advanced Weather Damage And Rotted Wood

Wood To Earth Contact At Crawlspace Access Creates An Invitation For Termites at Birmingham Home

Rotted Soffits From Poor Guttering

Trim On Townhouse Only Visible From Neighbors Yard Over Fence

Underside Of Chimney Not Sheathed Creates Opening Into Crawlspace

Windows Not Properly Flashed Or Sealed Resulting In Moisture Damage To Interior Wall of Home in Hoover

Damaged Trim On Back Of Chimney Not Visible From Ground

Debris Filled Gutters Can Deteriorate Soffits – But Makes A Nice Trellis in Mountain Brooke Home

Bicycle Helmet Used To “Winterize” Leaking Hose Faucet

INTERIOR

Moisture Damage To Flooring Covered By Rug At Entryway

“Flip That House Back.” Kitchen Remodel Placed Outlet In Unusable Place

Leaking Toilet Should Be Reseated With New Seal To Prevent Further Floor Damage

Mold In Closet From Plumbing Leak Can Have Adverse Health Affects

Tub Not Properly Supported At Perimeter Or Sealed To Enclosure Was Rocking Back And Forth

Bathroom Vent Should Terminate To Exterior To Avoid Mold In Attic

Stains On Ceiling From Faulty HVAC Condensate Drain

Asbestos Gas Vent Emitting Toxic Fumes In Attic Instead Of Exterior

Rotted Roof Decking From Leak Prevention Attempt From Inside Attic

Broken/Splitting Framing Due To Improper Supports

Subcontractors Attempt To Stay Hydrated In Hot Attic?

Extensive Fire Damage Compromises Roof Structure Behind Hidden Attic Access in Birmingham Home

Appliances

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Dishwashers be secured, running through the cycles. Washer arms have free movement. Pumps be operational, & unit be draining efficiently. Drain line is checked for high-loop or air gap device.

Damaged Door Gasket Causes Charring On Door - Ovens are evaluated for performance including heating, operation and functioning of door gaskets.

Our digital leak inspection lets you know whether the microwave is emitting unsafe levels of radiation. This is a service that many inspectors do not offer, and it’s included free in every inspection.

HALL OF SHAME

Gas Vent Pipe In Attic By Furnace Could Cause Fire Or Explosion

“Shade-Tree Mechanic And Foundation Repair?” Automotive Jack Not For Use As Foundation Support

Shock hazard – Hot Wire Left In Yard From Removed Spa

Power Strip – Not Designed For Outdoor Lighting

Wait Till It Stops Raining To Change Light Bulb

“You Might Be A Redneck If…” Wood-Burning Stove Actually In Use

Outlet Without Proper Clearance From Pool, Not GFCI Protected, Missing Cover Plate And Not Supplied With Exterior-Rated Wire - Don’t Hang Your Arm Over The Edge Here!