Fillable Printable Inspection Report Form - Texas

Inspection Report Form - Texas

REI 7-4 (04/2014)

Promulgated by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) P.O. Box 12188, Austin, TX 78711-2188 (512) 936-3000

(

//www.trec.texas.gov).

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PROPERTY INSPECTION REPORT

Prepared For:

(Name of Client)

Concerning:

(Address or Other Identification of Inspected Property)

By:

(Name and License Number of Inspector) (Date)

(Name, License Number of Sponsoring Inspector)

PURPOSE, LIMITATIONS AND INSPECTOR / CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This property inspection report may include an inspection agreement (contract), addenda, and other information related to

property conditions. If any item or comment is unclear, you should ask the inspector to clarify the findings. It is important that

you carefully read ALL of this information.

This inspection is subject to the rules (“Rules”) of the Texas Real Estate Commission (“TREC”), which can be found at

www.trec.texas.gov.

The TREC Standards of Practice (Sections 535.227-535.233 of the Rules) are the minimum standards for inspections by TREC-

licensed inspectors. An inspection addresses only those components and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at

the time of the inspection. While there may be other parts, components or systems present, only those items specifically noted

as being inspected were inspected. The inspector is NOT required to turn on decommissioned equipment, systems, utility

services or apply an open flame or light a pilot to operate any appliance. The inspector is NOT required to climb over obstacles,

move furnishings or stored items. The inspection report may address issues that are code-based or may refer to a particular

code; however, this is NOT a code compliance inspection and does NOT verify compliance with manufacturer’s installation

instructions. The inspection does NOT imply insurability or warrantability of the structure or its components. Although some

safety issues may be addressed in this report, this inspection is NOT a safety/code inspection, and the inspector is NOT required

to identify all potential hazards.

In this report, the inspector shall indicate, by checking the appropriate boxes on the form, whether each item was inspected, not

inspected, not present or deficient and explain the findings in the corresponding section in the body of the report form. The

inspector must check the Deficient (D) box if a condition exists that adversely and materially affects the performance of a

system or component or constitutes a hazard to life, limb or property as specified by the TREC Standards of Practice. General

deficiencies include inoperability, material distress, water penetration, damage, deterioration, missing components, and

unsuitable installation. Comments may be provided by the inspector whether or not an item is deemed deficient. The inspector

is not required to prioritize or emphasize the importance of one deficiency over another.

Some items reported may be considered life-safety upgrades to the property. For more information, refer to Texas Real Estate

Consumer Notice Concerning Recognized Hazards or Deficiencies below.

THIS PROPERTY INSPECTION IS NOT A TECHNICALLY EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION OF THE STRUCTURE,

SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS. The inspection may not reveal all deficiencies. A real estate inspection helps to reduce some

of the risk involved in purchasing a home, but it cannot eliminate these risks, nor can the inspection anticipate future events or

changes in performance due to changes in use or occupancy. It is recommended that you obtain as much information as is

available about this property, including any seller’s disclosures, previous inspection reports, engineering reports,

building/remodeling permits, and reports performed for or by relocation companies, municipal inspection departments, lenders,

insurers, and appraisers. You should also attempt to determine whether repairs, renovation, remodeling, additions, or other

such activities have taken place at this property. It is not the inspector’s responsibility to confirm that information obtained

from these sources is complete or accurate or that this inspection is consistent with the opinions expressed in previous or future

reports.

ITEMS IDENTIFIED IN THE REPORT DO NOT OBLIGATE ANY PARTY TO MAKE REPAIRS OR TAKE OTHER

ACTIONS, NOR IS THE PURCHASER REQUIRED TO REQUEST THAT THE SELLER TAKE ANY ACTION. When a

deficiency is reported, it is the client’s responsibility to obtain further evaluations and/or cost estimates from qualified service

professionals. Any such follow-up should take place prior to the expiration of any time limitations such as option periods.

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Evaluations by qualified tradesmen may lead to the discovery of additional deficiencies which may involve additional repair

costs. Failure to address deficiencies or comments noted in this report may lead to further damage of the structure or systems

and add to the original repair costs. The inspector is not required to provide follow-up services to verify that proper repairs

have been made.

Property conditions change with time and use. For example, mechanical devices can fail at any time, plumbing gaskets and

seals may crack if the appliance or plumbing fixture is not used often, roof leaks can occur at any time regardless of the

apparent condition of the roof, and the performance of the structure and the systems may change due to changes in use or

occupancy, effects of weather, etc. These changes or repairs made to the structure after the inspection may render information

contained herein obsolete or invalid. This report is provided for the specific benefit of the client named above and is based on

observations at the time of the inspection. If you did not hire the inspector yourself, reliance on this report may provide

incomplete or outdated information. Repairs, professional opinions or additional inspection reports may affect the meaning of

the information in this report. It is recommended that you hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet your

specific needs and to provide you with current information concerning this property.

TEXAS REAL ESTATE CONSUMER NOTICE CONCERNING HAZARDS OR DEFICIENCIES

Each year, Texans sustain property damage and are injured by accidents in the home. While some accidents may not be

avoidable, many other accidents, injuries, and deaths may be avoided through the identification and repair of certain hazardous

conditions. Examples of such hazards include:

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malfunctioning, improperly installed, or missing ground fault circuit protection (GFCI) devices for electrical

receptacles in garages, bathrooms, kitchens, and exterior areas;

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malfunctioning arc fault protection (AFCI) devices;

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ordinary glass in locations where modern construction techniques call for safety glass;

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malfunctioning or lack of fire safety features such as smoke alarms, fire-rated doors in certain locations, and

functional emergency escape and rescue openings in bedrooms;

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malfunctioning carbon monoxide alarms;

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excessive spacing between balusters on stairways and porches;

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improperly installed appliances;

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improperly installed or defective safety devices; and

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lack of electrical bonding and grounding.

To ensure that consumers are informed of hazards such as these, the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) has adopted

Standards of Practice requiring licensed inspectors to report these conditions as “Deficient” when performing an inspection for

a buyer or seller, if they can be reasonably determined.

These conditions may not have violated building codes or common practices at the time of the construction of the home, or

they may have been “grandfathered” because they were present prior to the adoption of codes prohibiting such conditions.

While the TREC Standards of Practice do not require inspectors to perform a code compliance inspection, TREC considers the

potential for injury or property loss from the hazards addressed in the Standards of Practice to be significant enough to warrant

this notice.

Contract forms developed by TREC for use by its real estate licensees also inform the buyer of the right to have the home

inspected and can provide an option clause permitting the buyer to terminate the contract within a specified time. Neither the

Standards of Practice nor the TREC contract forms require a seller to remedy conditions revealed by an inspection. The

decision to correct a hazard or any deficiency identified in an inspection report is left to the parties to the contract for the sale

or purchase of the home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY INSPECTOR

INFORMATION INCLUDED UNDER "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY INSPECTOR", OR PROVIDED AS

AN ATTACHMENT WITH THE STANDARD FORM, IS NOT REQUIRED BY THE COMMISSION AND MAY CONTAIN

CONTRACTUAL TERMS BETWEEN THE INSPECTOR AND YOU, AS THE CLIENT. THE COMMISSION DOES NOT

REGULATE CONTRACTUAL TERMS BETWEEN PARTIES. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE EFFECT OF ANY

CONTRACTUAL TERM CONTAINED IN THIS SECTION OR ANY ATTACHMENTS, CONSULT AN ATTORNEY.

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Report Identification: __________________________________________________________________________________________

I=Inspected NI=Not Inspected NP=Not Present D=Deficient

I NI NP D

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I. STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

A. Foundations

Type of Foundation(s):

Comments:

B. Grading and Drainage

Comments:

C. Roof Covering Materials

Types of Roof Covering:

Viewed From:

Comments:

D. Roof Structures and Attics

Viewed From:

Approximate Average Depth of Insulation:

Comments:

E. Walls (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:

F. Ceilings and Floors

Comments:

G. Doors (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:

H. Windows

Comments:

Stairways (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:

J. Fireplaces and Chimneys

Comments:

K. Porches, Balconies, Decks, and Carports

Comments:

L. Other

Comments:

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Report Identification: __________________________________________________________________________________________

I=Inspected NI=Not Inspected NP=Not Present D=Deficient

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II. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Service Entrance and Panels

Comments:

B. Branch Circuits, Connected Devices, and Fixtures

Type of Wiring:

Comments:

III. HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

A. Heating Equipment

Type of Systems:

Energy Sources:

Comments:

B. Cooling Equipment

Type of Systems:

Comments:

C. Duct Systems, Chases, and Vents

Comments:

IV.

PLUMBING SYSTEMS

A. Plumbing Supply, Distribution Systems and Fixtures

Location of water meter:

Location of main water supply valve:

Static water pressure reading:

Comments:

B. Drains, Wastes, and Vents

Comments:

C. Water Heating Equipment

Energy Sources:

Capacity:

Comments:

D. Hydro-Massage Therapy Equipment

Comments:

E. Other

Comments:

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Report Identification: __________________________________________________________________________________________

I=Inspected NI=Not Inspected NP=Not Present D=Deficient

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V. APPLIANCES

A. Dishwashers

Comments:

B. Food Waste Disposers

Comments:

C. Range Hood and Exhaust Systems

Comments:

D. Ranges, Cooktops, and Ovens

Comments:

E. Microwave Ovens

Comments:

F. Mechanical Exhaust Vents and Bathroom Heaters

Comments:

G. Garage Door Operators

Comments:

H. Dryer Exhaust Systems

Comments:

I. Other

Comments:

VI. OPTIONAL SYSTEMS

A. Landscape Irrigation (Sprinkler) Systems

Comments:

B. Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, and Equipment

Type of Construction:

Comments:

C. Outbuildings

Comments:

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D. Private Water Wells

(A coliform analysis is recommended.)

Type of Pump:

Type of Storage Equipment:

Comments:

E. Private Sewage Disposal (Septic) Systems

Type of System:

Location of Drain Field:

Comments:

F. Other

Comments:

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