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BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT
October 30, 2012
Engineer's Inspection of the Real Property Located at 21516, 21520, and 21524 73`d Place West
Edmonds, Washington
For the exclusive use of Drew Young, Bank of Washington
Date of Inspection: October 30, 2012
Inspecting Engineer: Jack A. Swardz, P.E.
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this inspection was to evaluate outside weatherization features, to the extent that
a reasonable amount of time and conditions permit. The initial presumption is that all elements
are adequate and proper. Statements, representations or conclusions to the contrary are made
only when the inspecting engineer sees evidence which, in his judgment, indicates the existence
of significant deficiencies. The inspection is visual only and does not involve the opening or
exposure of elements concealed from view. Observations were made from the exterior of the
buildings only.
Wherever a deficiency of any kind is identified in this report, there is always a possibility that it
is associated with a larger, more serious, or more extensive problem that is hidden from view or
is beyond the scope of this inspection. Consequently, you should take whatever action is
necessary to ensure that the full extent and implications of identified deficiencies are known.
To fully understand the importance of any deficiency, you should obtain bids for its correction.
Bids for repairs vary widely. You should always obtain at least three competitive bids.
Certain limitations apply to any inspection, including those diligently performed by a qualified
expert. The limitations on this inspection include any noted in the body of the report together
with those listed under "Limitations on Inspections" at the end of the report. We consider these
limitations unavoidable. If you make any use of the information contained in this report, it is
necessary that you understand and accept these limitations. IF THESE LIMITATIONS ARE
UNACCEPTABLE TO YOU, YOU SHOULD NOT RELY ON THE INFORMATION IN THIS
REPORT FOR ANY PURPOSE WHATSOEVER.
RECEIVED
, r -J 0 2012
Engineer's Inspection of the Property at 21516, 21520, and 21524 73rd Place West
Edmonds, Washington
EVALUATIONS
ROOF COVERINGS: The roofs are covered with composition shingles. These shingles are
very commonly used and are relatively inexpensive, lightweight and easy to install. They have a
typical life of about 20 years. It is not common, but occasionally the life is much shorter even
though the installation is proper. Such short life appears to be attributable to defective
manufacture and is not predictable through inspection. The installations appear proper. The
exposed surfaces show no significant deterioration.
ROOF GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS: Roof gutters and downspouts help protect the exterior of
the building and help prevent water penetration of sub -grade areas. It is important that the
system be kept clean, leak proof and free of excessive deterioration. They are metal units. They
are in serviceable condition.
EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS: The exterior walls are covered with cement board siding.
This is a relatively new product and its long term reliability is not known. However, I would
expect it to serve better than the wood fiber products that have been popular in recent history. It
appears to be well applied. I found no significant deterioration in this application.
Portions of the exterior walls are covered with wood siding. I found no significant deterioration.
There is a need for some minor touch-up paint maintenance in local areas of the siding.
PORCHES: The wood porch structures have spaced -board floors supported by wooden
framing. The porches are reasonably well constructed and are in good condition.
GENERAL COMMENT: The construction of the weather resistant features of the buildings is
complete and the features are in good condition.
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Engineer's Inspection of the Property at 21516, 21520, and 21524 73rd Place West
Edmonds, Washington
LIMITATIONS ON INSPECTIONS
The limitations on this inspection include those discussed throughout the report, together with
those listed in the following paragraphs.
ACCESSIBILITY OF DEFICIENCIES: Statements, representations, or conclusions offered by
the engineer who conducts the inspection and/or by Pacific Northwest Inspection Engineers are
based solely upon a visual examination of the exposed areas of the structure inspected. Hidden
defects could have a significant impact on the visually based conclusions, statements, and
representations made by the inspector.
NO WARRANTY: All statements, representations, or conclusions offered by the inspecting
engineer are the considered opinion of the inspecting engineer arising from the limited inspection
described herein. These statements, representations, or conclusions do not constitute an express
or implied warranty of any kind.
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