14916 Round Valley Dr
14916 Round Valley Dr, Los Angeles, CA 91403
Inspection prepared for: Mike and Tammy Lang
Real Estate Agent: Gerardo Reyes – LA Group Realty
Date of Inspection: 07/25/2023
Age of Home: 2019 Size: 4170 sq. Feet
Weather: Clear
Order ID: 1096
Inspector: Clark Gerdes
Certified CREIA Inspector #166834
7374 Lenox Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
Interior
Ceiling
Ceiling Type(s):
Sheetrock
Observations:
Ok no major defects noted at interior ceilings
Wall
Wall Type(s):
Sheetrock
Paneling
Observations:
No major defects noted at interior walls time of inspection. FYI
Common cracks and/or anchor holes or scuff marks were noted at the interior walls.
Paneling is installed on the walls, unable to determine condition of the walls behind the coverings.
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Floors
Floor Type(s):
Wood
Tile
Observations:
House was occupied at the time of the inspection – Floors were not fully visible.
Recommend to check the records for any known defects and/or previous repairs.
Area rug(s) noted at inspected property. Rug(s) are not removed or moved at time of
inspection, may mask or hide hidden defects. Check with seller for any known defects.
Recommend to have checked prior to close of escrow.
Uneven areas, sloping was noted at various areas of the flooring. Check the records from any known defects, repairs and/or have it checked by a qualified specialist(s).
Some expanded gaps noted at flooring material joints. In need of further evaluation, corrections by a qualified floor specialist.
Cracked grout, Loose Tile(s) noted at interior at primary bathroom. Recommend further evaluation, repairs by qualified specialist(s)
Interior Doors
Door Type(s):
Wood
Wood, Glass
Observations:
Missing strike plate hardware at movie room door. Have checked, recommend to correct. Screen door hardware is not operational, locking mechanism is defective at sliders. Have it checked, repaired by a qualified specialist.
Interior Windows
Observations:
No major water stains or seepage/damage found at windows and frames at the time of
Dual pane windows noted. It is not always possible to determine fogging of this type of window due to temperature changes, etc – (This company does not inspect or check hermetic seal of windows – FYI). Check with the seller for any know defects, repairs.
Screens at Office window was loose/damaged noted. Have checked, repaired/replaced by a qualified specialist.
FirePlace
Number Of Fireplaces:
One
Type Of Unit:
Prefabricated
Vented Gas
Observations
We conduct a limited visual inspection of readily visible and accessible areas of the fireplace and chimney. A complete chimney Inspection by a qualified Inspector is required in all cases. We recommend further and complete evaluation by a qualified Chimney Inspector – This is a safety and Fire concern – Video inspection and complete evaluation of the flue by qualified Chimney Inspector is highly recommended.
Fireplace not responding to remote, unable to locate switch. fireplace not tested at this inspection. Check with seller for controls or any known defects or have checked and tested by qualified chimney specialist. Recommend further and complete evaluation, video inspection of flue by qualified Chimney Inspector – This is a Safety and Fire concern.
Laundry Service
Dryer Type:
Unable To Determine- Not Fully Visible
Drain Size: 2″ Diameter
Observations:
View behind the equipment was limited due to equipment location, space restrictions. Appliances are not removed at this type of inspection. There can be damage, defects not visible as a result. We recommend to check the records, with seller regarding any known defects/issues. Laundry machines and drainage are not part of this inspection. Machines area not tested at this inspection. We inspect and report installation defects. Check with the seller about functionality of the machines. Water pipes and drainage is not tested at this inspection. Check with the seller and or have it tested.
Recommend to check the Contracts. warranties on laundry machines.
Water supply pipes, drains not tested at this inspection. Check the records and/or have it tested by a qualified plumber.
Washing machine, laundry area without catch pan and/or drainage pipes. Recommend to install if possible to prevent damage when machines leak
Porch/Patio, Decks, Steps/Stairs, Railings
Type:
Tiled Deck(s)
Waterproofed Deck(s)
Concrete
Observations:
Railings are recommended at all stair locations of three or more steps as a safety upgrade. Missing at front entry steps, left rear at hillside steps and missing at right side steps leading to pool equipment. Recommend to install.
Wall to deck flashing not visible, covered, and/or missing – Improper. Possible seepage can occur. Have it checked by a qualified specialist.
Railing at exterior is not to current safety standards – Height is too low at some areas (this is a safety upgrade).
Railing style at exterior deck(s) is not to current child safety standards. Horizontal bars, boards or tension wire type, can be climbable (ladder effect) (this is a safety upgrade). Railroad ties/timber noted at exterior steps at hillside, typical age defects, wear and deterioration, uneven areas noted. Recommend to have checked for any necessary corrections.
Cracks, wear at waterproofing noted at decking material at all waterproof decks. In need of further evaluation, any necessary corrections/repair made by qualified specialist.
Small deck area off primary bedroom not accessible. Check building records and/or have checked by a qualified specialist for any necessary correction.
Common Cracks, settlement present at porch and/or patio area, walkways. FYI. Have checked for any necessary correction.
Interior Features
Feature Type:
Wet Bar, Sink
Alarm, Security System – Not part of this inspection
Fire Sprinkler System Noted – Not part of this inspection
Central Vacuum System – Not part of this inspection
Built In Speaker System – Not part of this inspection
Movie/Projector System
Elevator
Observations:
Sink and faucet was functional at the time. (FYI)
Mini Fridge noted at wet bar area – Not part of this inspection. Check with the seller for operation or of any known defects, repairs.
Alarm, security systems are not inspected or tested at time of inspection. Check the records, check with seller for operation or known defects.
Central vacuum system not inspected or tested at time of inspection. Check the
records, check with seller for operation, known defects.
Fire sprinkler system is not tested or part of this inspection. Check the records, with seller of any known defects, warranties.
Loose and/or missing sprinkler cap(s) present at ceiling. Have it checked, fixed by qualified specialist.
Built in speaker system is not tested, inspected at time of inspection. Check the
records, with seller for operation or known defects.
Elevator and equipment is not part of this inspection. Check the service records and contracts. Unit was functional at the time. FYI
Movie Projector system noted – not part of this inspection. Check with seller for
operation or any known defects or Have it evaluated by a qualified specialist.
Other
Observations:
This is not a Mold or Fungus inspection, it is advised to have a Mold specialist
examine the property and structure and do a complete inspection to determine the presence or absence of any Mold that may affect the health or safety of the occupants. It is typical when a building is remodeled or repairs are undertaken that additional problems surface that were not noted on the inspection report.
This is to be expected as walls, floors and ceilings are opened up during the work to reveal areas that were not accessible during the inspection. Any remodeling work undertaken on property should be expected to reveal some of these problems and it is recommended that additional sums be set aside for this purpose. FAILURE TO CONDUCT A MOLD SPECIALIST CAN RESULT IN EXPENSIVE AND COSTLY REPAIRS.
Remodel and/or addition(s) noted to inspected property. Recommend to check the records, permits on remodel, improvements and/or addition(s).
It is typical when a building is remodeled and/or repairs are undertaken that additional problems surface that were not noted on the inspection report. This is to be expected as walls, floors and ceilings are opened up during the work to reveal areas that were not accessible during the inspection. Any remodeling work undertaken on property should be expected to reveal some of these problems and it is recommended that additional sums be set aside for this purpose.
Recommend further evaluation by a qualified structural pest specialist.