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Foreclosure Inspection - Bathroom Inspection

Inspection of bathroom problems

Any visible plumbing problem: -- None observed -- Defect/problem in bathroom # --> Fix it or contact licensed plumber

Visible water damage: -- No visible damage observed -- Water damage observed at ……………….. Water leak originates from ……………… --> Repair
Molding problem: Bathrooms are subject to moisture and molds.

Inspecting molds in ceramic tile in bathroom Inspecting damage due to moisture

These are molds on ceramic tile in the bathroom. New caulking is needed.

Do you see any black-colored mold? -- No -- Yes --> Push your screwdriver into the wood. If the wood is soft, then it lost its structural strength.
Inspection of bathroom floors, walls, and ceiling
Bathroom floor type: -- Carpet -- Vinyl -- Wood -- Tile
Condition of bathroom floor: -- Appears in acceptable condition, no significant defect observed -- Damage observed at …………..
Signs of moisture and water damage: -- Not observed -- Observed at ……… Water damage originates from ………………………..

Are walls perfectly vertical and flat? (Hold your flashlight parallel to the wall to check)
Inspection of bathroom doors and windows
Window Type: -- Aluminum -- Wood -- Dual pane -- Sliding -- Casement -- Double Hung -- Single Hung -- Louver
Condition of Windows: -- Appears in functional condition -- Damage observed at ………………
Condition of Doors: -- Appears in functional condition -- Damage observed at ………………….
Deterioration observed: -- Moisture/water damage at ………
Grout/caulking needed at: -- Bathroom walls -- Around ………….. --> New grouting and caulking needed
Missing tile – tile damage observed at ……………… --> Install new tile.

Inspection of bathroom electrical system

GFCI protection: -- Yes -- No --> Installation of GFCI recommended.

GFCI electric receptacle in bathroom with testing button
This GFCI electric receptacle is on the right side of the faucets and sink in the bathroom. Black button is for testing and red button is for resetting.

Electrical outlets: -- No reverse polarity observed, in functional condition -- Reverse polarity observed at …………. -- Electrical outlet not functional at ……………….
Lights: -- In functional condition -- Not operational at …………….

Inspection of bathroom heating and ventilation

Condition of heating and ventilation: -- Appears in functional condition -- Not operation -- Does not exist --> Examine further, find specific problems.
Bathroom ventilation: -- Sufficient -- Insufficient --> Consider ways to improve ventilation

Exhaust fan: -- Operational -- Not operational -- Noisy and needs repair or replacement -- Does not exist

Slow and inefficient fan in bathroom may cause molds because it cannot take out all moisture
This fan on the ceiling was operating very slowly and silently. That’s why I noticed quite a number of molds and other moisture-related problems in this bathroom. Apparently, the fan was not taking out the moisture sufficiently.

Bathroom window: -- In serviceable condition -- Not functional -- Damaged, rusted, broken.