Attachment_A_Final_Home_InspectReport_Marshville_Road_and_Mill_River_Rd_Harrington,_ME.pdf

United States Coast Guard U.S. Department of Homeland Security

H O M E I N S P E C T I O N R E P O R T

B A S I S O F D E S I G N

Property Address:

363 Marshville Road Harrington, ME 04643

STATION JONESPORT, ME HOUSING

LAND ACQUISITION

Prepared By:

Prepared For:

Department of Homeland Security United States Coast Guard Civil Engineering Unit Providence 475 Kilvert Street, Suite 100 Warwick, Rhode Island 02886

Task Order: HSCGG1-17-J-PJP003 Project No.: 4490913

February 2017

Home Inspection Report • 363 Marshville Road, Harrington, ME USCG Station Jonesport – Land Acquisition • February 2017 • Contents

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION Page 1

GROUNDS Page 2

Walks and Driveways Stairs and Decks Grading and Drainage Landscaping

MAIN HOUSE / CONNECTING ELL Page 5

Exterior Siding and Trim Roof Chimney Foundation Interior Finishes Doors and Windows Interior Stairs Appliances Plumbing Heating Electrical / Telephone / Cable TV Well / Water Supply Septic

BARN Page 25

Exterior Siding and Trim Roof Foundation / Structure Interior Finishes Doors and Windows Electrical System

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS Page 31

Grounds Main House / Connecting Ell Barn

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Introduction

The major structural components and mechanical systems have been inspected for signs of significant defects, excessive or unusual wear, and general state of repair. This report is an overview of the conditions observed in spaces that were accessible. Permits, plans, and other documentation were not available from the town office.

Throughout the body of this report, findings noted in bold text indicate items that represent deficiencies and, in most cases, recommended corrective actions. These findings are summarized in the final chapter of the report.

Date of Inspection: February 8, 2017 Weather: Cloudy, 33 Deg F

Property Data:

Residence Type/Style: Single Family Home Accessory Buildings: Barn Age of Home or Year Built: 1840+- Square Footage: 1843+- Lot Size: 34 acres+- Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 1 Half Bath: 0 3/4 Baths: 1 Occupancy: Vacant

Inspector: Jacques Gagnon Jr., P.E.

Oak Point Associates 231 Main Street Biddeford, ME 04005 jgagnon@oakpoint.com www.oakpoint.com mailto:jgagnon@oakpoint.com

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Grounds

The existing walkways and driveway were snow covered at the time of inspection. Based upon record photos from the real estate advertisement, the driveway is gravel and the walkways are made of lawn.

Gravel Driveway / Steps to Porch (Record Photo)

Stairs and Decks The deck adjacent to the kitchen is relatively new construction and appears to be in good condition. The balustrades appear to be spaced larger than 4 inches (current code requirement for fall protection) and a plastic mesh has been installed to compensate. A plastic film has been installed around the perimeter of the porch (assumed to be for the winter) and should be removed during warm weather for proper ventilation.

The front stair to the main house is constructed of brick and is in good condition. There are two unequal risers at this location.

Front Stairs

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The rear stair at the main house is in made of framing lumber and has three open risers and does not have a railing. A railing is needed at this location.

The grades appear to slope away from the building in all directions. Gutters exist on a portion of the main house and the ell connector. The gutters are in disrepair and the water near the building is probably contributing to movement of the stone rubble foundation discussed elsewhere in this report.

Rear Stairs

Gutter Extension at Porch

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Due to snow cover at the time of inspection the condition of the landscaping could not be determined.

Some small trees were observed growing adjacent to the foundation that should be removed.

Unwanted Vegetation at Foundation

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Main House / Connecting Ell Exterior Siding and Trim The exterior siding consists of painted clapboards on two sides of the main house and one side of the connecting ell. The clapboards are in good to fair condition with a few loose boards that require refastening or replacement. The paint is peeling and in fair condition, based upon the age of the building, it is likely the paint contains lead. Testing for lead is recommended. Three remaining sides are sided with unpainted wood shakes. The shakes are in good, but weathered condition on the main building, condition and in poor to fair condition on the connecting ell.

Trim is generally in good condition with some areas of minor rotting evident. The paint is peeling and is in need of re-painting, rotted wood should be replaced/repaired before painting.

Peeling Paint and Rotted Trim

Roof Roofing consists of asphalt shingles that appear to have been installed fairly recently. A good portion of the roof was covered with snow at the time of inspection was not accessible. Based upon a record photo, it appears that the roof has a discolored area and should be inspected by a professional roofer. The roof does not have any soffit or gable end/ridge vents which is current practice, but was not typically installed in buildings of this age. Portion of Kitchen Roof

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Main House Roof

Chimney There are two chimneys made of brick in the main house. A visual inspection from the ground and photos indicate the chimneys have been repaired and are in good condition. Portions of the chimney observed within the building also indicate the mortar joints are in good condition. An inspection of the flue was not made and it is recommended the chimney be cleaned and inspected by a chimney sweep before using.

Kitchen Chimney Main House Chimney

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Foundation The foundation for the main portion of the building is constructed of mortared stone with granite block at the top portion of the foundation where exposed to view from the outside. The main portion of the building has a full basement which is accessed via a bulkhead and an interior door with a stair/ladder.

The kitchen portion of the building is constructed on a stone and mortar foundation. This portion of the foundation was not accessible and is assumed to be a crawl space. Internal shoring of the floor system and new floor joists has been installed in the main portion of the building. The stone rubble foundations are in poor condition with deteriorated mortar and significant (6 inches of more) lateral movement inward into the basement and will require significant repair. The new columns are not supported on a foundation and it is recommended that the support system and support system foundation be evaluated by a structural engineer to determine if any additional work is necessary. No basement ventilation was observed. The basement floor is bare earth with evidence of water past infiltration (drainage channels and an inoperable sump pump.) It is recommended that at a minimum a vapor retarder be installed, a concrete topping slab is not required, but is recommended.

The back side of the connecting ell does not appear to have a formal foundation and is very close to the ground and has experienced some rotting of the wood structure. The front side of the ell was reported to have been reconstructed with sono-tubes and the wood structure has been repaired or replaced.

Stone Rubble Crawl Space Foundation at Kitchen

Granite/Stone Rubber Basement Foundation at Main House

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Tilted Granite Foundation at Main House

Loose Stone Foundation at Connecting Ell

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Timber Supports at Main House

Tilted Foundation at Main House Chimney Foundation in Main House

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Interior Finishes Interior finishes in the main house generally consist of painted wide plank softwood floors and painted lath and plaster walls and ceilings. The ceilings of two rooms on the first floor appear to have been removed to expose the wood beam structure and the gaps in filled with drywall. Trim is a combination of unpainted (stripped) and painted wood. The downstairs bathroom has painted bead board wall finish. The upstairs bathroom has a combination of wood and plastic tile walls and a quarry tile floor.

One of the upstairs bedrooms appears to have been refinished with drywall walls and ceiling with a wall-to-wall carpet floor. The other upstairs bedroom appears to be original with the exception of a portion of the sloped ceiling which has been re-finished with wood boards.

The kitchen has been re-modeled to have a cathedral ceiling, finished with wood plank ceiling and walls.

Flooring in the kitchen is a combination of hardwood flooring, tile flooring near the chimney, and pine flooring. The hardwood flooring is buckled where the kitchen meets the main house and is in need of repair and refinishing.

Kitchen

Buckled Hard Wood Flooring at Kitchen

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Doors and Windows The windows are wood framed single pane, double-hung style which appear to be original to the building. The second floor windows have aluminum framed storm windows on the exterior. Three of the first floor windows have wood framed storm windows on the exterior, several other first floor windows have plastic film with unpainted wood strapping on the exterior. The remaining first floor windows have plastic film applied to the interior.

The glazing on the windows that were accessible appears to be intact. It is recommended that exterior storm windows be installed at all windows.

Two of the three doors are made of wood without any windows. The door at the rear of the main house is relatively new and appears to be insulated metal with insulated glass divided by a plastic grill. Storm doors exist at the rear door and the side door. The rear door is made of aluminum and the side door is made of wood. All the doors appeared to be subject to air infiltration and the front door sidelights had evidence of leaking (ice running down the frame). It is recommended that all doors and windows be weather stripped.

Living Room

First Floor Bedroom

Kitchen

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Single Pane Windows

Single Pane and Storm Windows Single Pane and Storm Windows

Single Pane and Plastic Film Storm Windows Infiltration at Front Door

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Interior Stairs The main house has a central stair constructed of painted wood.

The stairs have a rise of 8-1/2 inches and a run of 10 inches.

Current residential code requirements do not allow risers to be more than 7-3/4 inches and minimum tread width of 10 inches, but this stair predates code requirements and can remain as-is. There is a rope railing on the right side of the stairs while ascending. It is recommended that a code-compliant railing be installed on at least one side of the stair.

Appliances There are no appliances other than a refrigerator present. The refrigerator was not running at the time of inspection. The bottom door shelf was broken.

Plumbing The water supply was turned off and winterized and was not inspected for proper function. Water piping is generally made of copper, drain piping is made of PVC. The outlet of the drain line through the foundation is not grouted properly and is subject to water and soil infiltration.

A 50-gallon electric hot water tank is located in the basement and was installed in 2014.

Rope Railing at Main Stair

Outlet Drain Through Foundation

Electric Water Tank

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The kitchen has a cast iron sink with one basin and two side drains. The water and drain lines appear to be constructed within the last 10 years and did not show any signs of leaking.

Cast Iron Kitchen Sink

PVC Drain Lines at Kitchen Sink

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The downstairs bathroom has a toilet, pedestal ceramic sink, and a cast iron claw-foot bathtub with a shower curtain surround.

Cast Iron Bathtub at First Floor

Shower Riser at First Floor Bathtub

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The second floor bathroom has a free standing sink and cabinet, a shower and enclosure, and a toilet.

This bathroom appears to have been renovated fairly recently.

Second Floor Sink

Second Floor Shower

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Heating The heating system consists of a propane hot air furnace that has floor mounted supply and return lines only ducted to the first floor of the main house. The system was installed in 2014. There is a gravity vent between the living room and one of the upstairs bedrooms. The other upstairs bedroom, upstairs hall, the upstairs bathroom and the first floor kitchen do not have a formal heat source.

The thermal envelope of the building can be summarized as follows:

Basement/Foundations: None.

Floor: None.

Walls: Unknown (not accessible).

Ceilings: Unknown (not accessible with the exception of the cathedral ceiling, which has an unknown thickness of fiberglass).

Access to Cathedral Ceiling in 2nd Floor Main House Fiberglass Insulation and Vent at Underside of Roof

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Furnace in Basement

Furnace Duct in Basement Typical Floor Duct

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Electrical / Telephone / Cable TV The electrical/telephone/cable TV service is fed by overhead lines from the street to the building. A 200 amp electric panel exists in the basement and has a lot of surface rust. It is recommended that an electrician inspect the interior of the electric paned to determine if replacement is necessary. The kitchen receptacles were GFCI type and the receptacles on the first floor, second floor bathroom and one of the second floor bedrooms have been upgraded to include a ground wire. The other second floor bedroom receptacles have not been upgraded to include a ground wire. It is recommended that receptacles without a ground wire be upgraded to include a ground wire. The bathroom light fixture in the first floor bathroom is plugged into a receptacle box intended to be mounted on the wall that is lying on the floor. It is recommended that the receptacle be replaced.

Rusty Electric Panel

Ungrounded Outlet at Second Floor Bedroom Electric Box on Floor at First Floor Bath

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Well/Water Supply Water supply is via a drilled well that was installed in 2000. The well is reported to yield about 20 gpm which is more than sufficient for a single family home. Water Quality was not tested and it is unknown if the water meets drinking water quality standards and if any secondary water quality standards require treatment. A sediment filter has been installed in the basement. More in-depth information about the water supply system and water quality is being conducted as a separate task for the overall assessment of the property.

Drilled Well

Pressure Switch and Hydro Pneumatic Tank Sediment Filters at Water Entrance (Cartridges Removed for Winterizing)

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Septic The subsurface wastewater disposal system was installed in 2000 and is rated for three bedrooms with a capacity of 270 gpd. The system is located behind the barn and was covered by snow at the time of inspection. No breakouts were observed; however, the building has not been occupied for more than 8 months. It is recommended that the septic tank be pumped and inspected.

Septic System Location Behind Barn

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Barn

The barn is a wood timber framed structure that appears to have two additions. One addition is to the south of the main barn and the other is towards the west of the main barn. It is not known when the additions were constructed and it is assumed that the barn was constructed in the 1840’s (the same time as the main house.)

Exterior Siding and Trim The exterior of the barn consists of a combination of wood clapboards, wood shingles and asphalt shingles. The east side of the barn has painted clapboards in reasonably good condition. There are some areas of worn paint on the upper trim that requires re-painting.

The wood shingle siding on the north and east side of the main barn is in poor condition and requires repair. The south side of the main barn has asphalt shingle siding that is in reasonably good condition.

The south and the west sides of the southern addition have wood shingles siding in reasonably good condition. The trim on the south, west and north sides of the barn are unpainted and weathered, and require minor repair and painting.

East Side of Barn

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Asphalt Shingles on South Side of Main Barn, Wood Shingles on Southern Addition

East side of barn North side of barn

Roofing on the barn consists of asphalt shingles on the eastern half of the main barn and the all of the southern addition. Metal roofing exists on the western half of the main building and the west addition.

The asphalt shingles on the eastern half of the main barn were partially covered by snow at the time of inspection; however, based upon what was visible the roof is showing signs of weathering and will likely require replacement soon. The asphalt shingle roof on the southern addition is weathered and will likely require replacement in the near future. The metal roof on the westerly half of the barn was mostly snow covered at the time of inspection and the condition of the roofing could not be determined. No roof leaks were observed in the building at the time of inspection.

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Foundation/Structure The main barn is supported by loose-laid granite rubble piers set on grade. The westerly addition is supported by wood posts, set on concrete and possibly earth. The southerly addition is set on loose-laid concrete blocks set on concrete footings on grade. The main barn appears to be relatively straight and level. The westerly addition is sagging in the middle and the wood piers are showing signs of rot. The southerly addition concrete block piers appear to have rotated due to frost and have been shimmed with wood blocking. The barn is constructed of wood timber framed construction in reasonably good condition for its age. No obvious signs of rot or structural failure wire observed. The westerly addition has settles severely. It is recommended that rotting piers be replaced with new piers and a concrete footing for the westerly addition and the building be leveled where sagged. It is recommended that the concrete footings and piers be removed and replaced at the southerly addition.

Stone Pier Foundation for Main Barn (Beyond) and Wood Pier and Concrete Base on Grade for Westerly Addition

Rotting Wood Pier at Westerly Addition

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Concrete Block and Concrete Footing on Grate at Southern Barn Addition

Westerly Addition Roof Joist Ledger

Timber Frame at Main Barn

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Interior Finishes The interior of the barn is unfinished with exposed wood timber frame and roof/siding sheathing with the exception of the east interior wall of the westerly addition that has what appears to be original wood shingle siding. They flooring is made of wood planking. A portion of the main barn floor appears to have been replaced in the recent past.

Wood Floor and Exposed Framing in Main Barn

New Wood Floor at Portion of Main Barn

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Doors and Windows The doors and windows are typical of an old barn. The main doors are exterior sliding type and appear to be functional. Windows are fixed single pane type in fair condition. Some windows have storm windows that are broken and in poor condition. All windows are in need of repair and paint.

Electrical System The barn is fed from the electric panel in the basement of the main house. Limited receptacles and interior lighting exist in the main barn. Electrical lights consist of a combination of fluorescent and incandescent. The electrical wiring within the barn does not appear to be properly fastened and it is recommended the installation be reviewed by an electrician to determine corrective action.

Electric Wiring in Barn

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Summary of Findings

1. A plastic film has been installed around the perimeter of the porch (assumed to be for the winter) and should be removed during warm weather for proper ventilation.

2. A railing is needed at the exterior stair at the rear of the main house.

3. The gutters are in disrepair and the water near the building is probably contributing to movement of the stone rubble foundation discussed elsewhere in this report.

4. Some small trees were observed growing adjacent to the foundation that should be removed.

Main House / Connecting Ell

1. The clapboards are in good to fair condition with a few loose boards that require refastening or replacement. The paint is peeling and in fair condition, based upon the age of the building, it is likely the paint contains lead. Testing for lead is recommended.

2. The paint is peeling and is in need of re-painting, rotted wood should be replaced/repaired before painting.

3. Based upon a record photo, it appears that the roof has a discolored area and should be inspected by a professional roofer. The roof does not have any soffit or gable end/ridge vents which is current practice, but was not typically installed in buildings of this age.

4. The stone rubble foundations are in poor condition with deteriorated mortar and significant (6 inches of more) lateral movement inward into the basement and will require significant repair.

The new columns are not supported on a foundation and it is recommended that the support system and support system foundation be evaluated by a structural engineer to determine if any additional work is necessary

5. It is recommended that at a minimum a vapor retarder be installed on the basement floor, a concrete topping slab is not required, but is recommended.

6. The back side of the connecting ell does not appear to have a formal foundation and is very close to the ground and has experienced some rotting of the wood structure.

7. The hardwood flooring is buckled where the kitchen meets the main house and is in need of repair and refinishing.

8. It is recommended that exterior storm windows be installed at all windows.

9. It is recommended that all doors and windows be weather stripped.

10. It is recommended that a code-compliant railing be installed on at least one side of the interior stair to the second floor.

11. The outlet of the drain line through the foundation is not grouted properly and is subject to water and soil infiltration

12. It is recommended that an electrician inspect the interior of the electric paned to determine if replacement is necessary due to rusting observed on the panel exterior.

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13. It is recommended that receptacles without a ground wire be upgraded to include a ground wire in the second floor bedroom.

14. It is recommended that the receptacle laying on the first floor bathroom be replaced.

15. It is recommended that the septic tank be pumped and inspected.

Barn

1. There are some areas of worn paint on the upper trim that requires re-painting.

2. The wood shingle siding on the north and east side of the main barn is in poor condition and requires repair.

3. The trim on the south, west and north sides of the barn are unpainted and weathered, and require minor repair and painting.

4. The asphalt shingles on the eastern half of the main barn were partially covered by snow at the time of inspection; however, based upon what was visible the roof is showing signs of weathering and will likely require replacement soon. The asphalt shingle roof on the southern addition is weathered and will likely require replacement in the near future.

5. It is recommended that rotting piers be replaced with new piers and a concrete footing for the westerly addition and the building be leveled where sagged. It is recommended that the concrete footings and piers be removed and replaced at the southerly addition.

6. All windows are in need of repair and paint.

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H O M E I N S P E C T I O N R E P O R T

B A S I S O F D E S I G N

Property Address:

353 Mill River Road Harrington, ME 04643

STATION JONESPORT, ME HOUSING

LAND ACQUISITION

Prepared By:

Prepared For:

Department of Homeland Security United States Coast Guard Civil Engineering Unit Providence 475 Kilvert Street, Suite 100 Warwick, Rhode Island 02886

Task Order: HSCGG1-17-J-PJP003 Project No.: 4490913

February 2017

Home Inspection Report • 353 Mill River Road, Harrington, ME

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION Page 1

GROUNDS Page 2

Stairs and Decks

MAIN HOUSE Page 4

Roof Chimney Foundation Interior Finishes Doors and Windows Interior Stairs Appliances Plumbing Heating Electrical / Telephone / Cable TV Well / Water Supply Septic

STORAGE BUILDING Page 18

Exterior Siding and Trim Roof Foundation Interior Finishes Doors and Windows

GARAGE BUILDING Page 21

Exterior Siding and Trim Roof Foundation Interior Finishes

Miscellaneous Utilities

OTHER ACCESSORY BUILDINGS Page 24

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS Page 25

Main House Storage Building Garage Building Other Accessory Buildings

USCG Station Jonesport – Land Acquisition • February 2017 • Page 1

Introduction

The major structural components and mechanical systems have been inspected for signs of significant defects, excessive or unusual wear, and general state of repair. This report is an overview of the conditions observed in spaces that were accessible. Permits, plans, and other documentation were not available from the town office.

Throughout the body of this report, findings noted in bold text indicate items that represent deficiencies and, in most cases, recommended corrective actions. These findings are summarized in the final chapter of the report.

Date of Inspection: February 7, 2017 Weather: Cloudy, 38 Deg F

Property Data:

Residence Type/Style: Single Family Home Accessory Buildings: Storage, Garage Chicken Coup Age of Home or Year Built: 2006± Square Footage: 1280± Lot Size: 28 acres± Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 1 Half Bath: 1 3/4 Baths: 0 Occupancy: Owner Occupied

Inspector: Jacques Gagnon Jr., P.E.

Oak Point Associates 231 Main Street Biddeford, ME 04005 jgagnon@oakpoint.com www.oakpoint.com mailto:jgagnon@oakpoint.com

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Grounds

Driveways and walks are gravel and are in good condition.

Gravel Driveway

Stairs and Decks The house has a covered porch at the main entrance. The stair and railing to this porch is constructed of concrete and has a metal rail. The metal rail does not extend to the top or bottom of the stairs. It is recommnended that a new railing that extends from the top to the bottom of the stairs be installed.

The rear stair at the main house is in made of wood with four open risers and does not have a railing. A railing is needed at the rear stair location.

Porch and Stair Open Risers and No Railing

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Grading and Drainage The grades appear to slope away from the building in all directions. Gutters exist which collect and discharge water away from the building. The gutters are a combination of galvanized and painted aluminum. One of the downspouts flows into an underground pipe. The outlet of the pipe was not located during the inspection.

Gutter Downspout Discharging Into Underground Pipe

Due to snow cover at the time of inspection the condition of the landscaping could not be determined.

There appears to be some shrubs and trees planted around the main building and a vine planted at the chicken coup. The area around the house is mowed lawn.

Landscaping at Building

(Record Photo from Real Estimate Advertisement) Vines at Chicken Coup

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Main House Exterior Siding and Trim The exterior siding consists of Vinyl siding and trim. The siding appears to be in good condition with no major defects noted.

Vinyl Siding and Trim

Roofing consists of asphalt shingles that appear to have been installed when the building was originally constructed (2006). Most of the roof was free of snow, but a portion of the roof was covered with snow at the time of inspection. The roofing appears to be in good condition with no major defects noted.

Main House Roof

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Chimney The building has two brick chimneys. One is used for the oil fired furnace and the other is used for a wood stove in the basement. A visual inspection from the ground and photos indicate the chimneys are in good condition. An inspection of the flue was not made and it is recommended the chimney be cleaned and inspected by a chimney sweep before using.

Oil Fired Furnace Chimney

Wood Stove Chimney

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Foundation The foundation of the building is constructed of reinforced concrete block and appears to be in good condition. A concrete floor exists in the basement which has a small trough that drains to a foundation drain in the southeast corner of the basement. The trough was moist, but did not have any water in it at the time of the inspection.

Concrete Block Walls, Perimeter Trough and Drain Outlet

Interior Finishes Interior finishes in the main house generally consist of carpet in the living room and bedrooms and vinyl flooring in the bathrooms and kitchen. Walls are finished with combination of painted and wallpapered drywall. Interior trim is painted wood. Finishes are in good condition commensurate with their age.

Ceilings are a combination of acoustical tile and drywall.

Painted Drywall Wallpaper Wall Finish

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Doors and Windows The windows are Vinyl framed double hung type with insulated glass. Divided lights are installed between the panes of glass. Exterior doors are insulated metal.

Typical Window Exterior Door

Exterior View of Windows

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Interior Stairs The main house has a central stair natural wood. The stair has an open side to the living room that does not have railings or balustrades. The open stair to the living room is a potential fall hazard and a railing with balustrades is recommended. The top of the stair has a railing around the stair opening that is low and does not appear to be able to withstand a 200 pound force in any direction. It is recommended that the railing at the top of the stair be altered to provide a proper height and strength. The rise of the stair is 8-inches and the run is 9 inches. Current residential code requirements do not allow risers to be more than 7-3/4 inches and minimum tread width of 10 inches. It is not clear if this stair predates code requirements and can remain as-is.

Stair Open to Living Room without Fall Protection

Railing at Top of Stairs

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Appliances Appliances present included a refrigerator, propane stove, and a washer. There was not a dryer present, nor is there space with a receptacle and dryer vent. Appliances appear to be in good working order with no deficiencies except that the 20 gallon LP tank may be a bit small for some families.

Refrigerator Washer

Gas Stove

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Plumbing Water piping is generally made of copper; drain piping is made of PVC. There were no obvious deficiencies noted. The kitchen has a stainless steel sink with two basins. The first floor bath has a porcelain toilet and sink, the sink is mounted in a vanity. The second floor has a porcelain toilet, a porcelain sink mounted in a vanity and a cast iron tub with a plastic built in surround. A 40-gallon electric hot water tank is located in the basement age is not known. Faucets were tested and water flow was normal. The hot water was hot, but not scalding.

Electric Hot Water Heater Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink

Sink

Tub Sewer Exit in Basement

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Heating The heating system consists of an oil fired hot air furnace that has supply and return ducts to and from the first and second floor. A 275 gallon oil tank is located in the basement. The system appeared to be functioning properly at the time of inspection. The furnace appears to be original to the house and shows some signs of wear evidenced by drip marks on the exterior. It is recommended that a heating technician inspect the furnace for proper functioning and potential compromise of the heat exchanger. A wood stove in the basement provides and alternative/supplemental heat source. The wood stove has gravity ducts to the first floor to distribute heat to the living spaces.

The thermal envelope of the building can be summarized as follows:

Basement/Foundations: None.

Floor: None.

Walls: 3-1/2 inch Fiberglass (per Owner).

Ceilings (Attic Floor): 8-inch Fiberglass (per Owner).

Furnace in Basement Drip Marks on Furnace Exterior

Wood Stove in Basement with Gravity Floor Duct 275 Gallon Fuel Oil Tank

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Electrical / Telephone / Cable TV The electrical and telephone service is fed by 300 foot long underground line from a pole street to the building. The underground trench is easily observed due to settlement of the trench. The settled electric service trench should be re-filled and re-seeded. A 200 amp electric panel exists in the garage building and a 100 am breaker and underground service feeds a 100 amp panel in the basement of the house. The kitchen and exterior receptacles were GFCI type.

200 Amp Electric Panel in Garage Settled Electric Trench

100 Amp Panel in Basement of House

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Well/Water Supply Water supply is via a drilled well that was installed in 2005. The well is reported to yield about 30 gpm which is more than sufficient for a single family home. The submersible pump in the well appears to be functioning properly. Water Quality was not tested and it is unknown if the water meets drinking water quality standards and if any secondary water quality standards require treatment. A sediment filter has been installed in the basement. More in-depth information about the water supply system is being conducted as a separate task for the overall assessment of the property. There are two dug wells on the property. One well is used for irrigation and has a pump in the basement. This pump was originally used as a water source which has been replaced with a bedrock well that is used for drinking water at the house. The other dug well has a hand pump and is not used on a regular basis.

Drilled Well Dug Well Used for Irrigation

Dug Well with Hand Pump Pressure Switch and Sediment Filters at Water Entrance

Hydro Pneumatic Tank (Cartridges Removed for Winterizing)

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Septic

The subsurface wastewater disposal system was installed in 2001 and is rated for two bedrooms with a capacity of 180 gpd. A three bedroom dwelling requires a design flow of 270 gpd according to the State of Maine Subsurface Wastewater Disposal Rules (CMR 241). It should be noted that the realtor listing states the house has three bedrooms, but the septic system is sized for two bedrooms. The system is located on the north side of the house and was covered by snow at the time of inspection.

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Storage Building

The Storage Building was constructed in 2009 according to the Owner.

The siding and trim of the storage building is made of unfinished aluminum fastened to strapping on wood studs. Trim is made of wood and is unfinished. No obvious defects were noted.

Storage Building

The roof is constructed of corrugated galvanized steel and is fastened to strapping on wood rafters. No obvious defects were noted.

Corrugated Galvanized Steel Roofing

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Foundation The foundation is constructed on a concrete slab on grad with a gravel base. No obvious defects were noted.

There interior of the structure is largely unfinished with exposed studs and strapping. No obvious defects were noted.

Interior of Storage Building

The main door is a sliding door with aluminum siding. The side door is made of painted wood. The windows are single wood framed awning type. No obvious defects were noted.

Wood Door Wood Window

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The storage building has water and electricity. Hot and cold water is fed from the main house. Electric is fed from the garage.

Fused Disconnect Fed from Garage Water Service from Main House, Sink Drain to Drywell

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Garage Building

The garage building was constructed in 2000 according to the owner and the date inscribed on the foundation.

The siding and trim of the storage building is made of Painted T-111 sheathing/siding fastened to wood studs. Trim is made of wood and is unfinished. No obvious defects were noted.

The roof is constructed of corrugated galvanized steel and is fastened to strapping on wood rafters. No obvious defects were noted.

Corrugated Galvanized Steel Roofing

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Foundation The foundation is constructed on a concrete slab on grade with a gravel base. No obvious defects were noted.

Slab on Grade

The interior of the garage building is divided into a garage space and a shop space. The garage space is unfinished with exposed studs and attic rafters. The shop space is finished with painted Oriented Stand Board (OSB) walls and fiberboard ceiling. A stair to the attic space exists in the shop. The stair does not have a railing on the shop-side creating a potential fall hazard. It is recommended that a railing be installed on the stair to the garage building attic.

Exposed Studs and Rafters in Attic

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Shop Space Stair to Attic

The garage has a doublewide overhead exterior door. The shop space has a wood exterior door. The garage and shop space are separated by a sliding wall with an integral man door. The windows are single wood framed awning type. No obvious defects were noted.

Garage Door Exterior Door and Windows

The garage building has heat and electricity. Heat is provided by an oil fired hot air furnace connecting to a chimney in the shop. Electric service consists of an underground feed from the utility pole to the electric meter and a 200 amp Electric panel. This panel also provides power to the main house and the storage building. No obvious defects were noted with the exception of settlement in the underground feed from the utility pole that is discussed in the main building section of this report.

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Other Accessory Buildings

There two other smaller accessory buildings on the site, a former outhouse and a chicken coup. The former outhouse does not have a pit and is used as a chicken coup for roosters.

The former outhouse is constructed of wood with an asphalt shingle roof. This structure does not have a foundation.

Former Outhouse Converted to Chicken Coup

The chicken coup consists of a concrete slab foundation, wood stud walls with metal siding and a wood framed roof with metal roofing. A portion of the structure is separated by an interior wall and door to create a space for the chickens. This space is finished with rigid insulation and painted OSB.

Chicken Coup Interior of Chicken Coup

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Summary of Findings

1. It is recommnended that a new railing that extends from the top to the bottom of the stairs be installed at the entry to the porch.

2. A railing is needed at the rear stair of the main house.

Main House

1. The open stair to the living room is a potential fall hazard and a railing with balustrades is recommended. The top of the stair has a railing around the stair opening that is low and does not appear to be able to withstand a 200 pound force in any direction. It is recommended that the railing at the top of the stair be altered to provide a proper height and strength.

2. The rise of the stair is 8-inches and the run is 9 inches. Current residential code requirements do not allow risers to be more than 7-3/4 inches and minimum tread width of 10 inches. It is not clear if this stair predates code requirements and can remain as-is.

3. Due to the drip stains on the exterior of the furnace, it is recommended that a heating technician inspect the furnace for proper functioning and potential compromise of the heat exchanger.

4. The settled electric service trench should be re-filled and re-seeded.

5. It should be noted that the realtor listing states the house has three bedrooms, but the septic system is sized for two bedrooms.

1. It is recommended that a railing be installed on the stair to the garage building attic.