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GROUNDS AND APPURTENANCES
1.1 Plantings, trees, etc. 
1.2 Retaining walls
1.3 Fencing www.petguardians.com/   http://www.homelandfence.com/
1.4 Driveways  http://www.durasealasphalt.com/
1.5 Walks http://www.ipm.iastate.edu/ipm/hortnews/1995/6-23-1995/iicppo.html
1.6 Patios http://www.brickpatios.com/ Bob Vila's Patios
1.7 Decks http://www.trex.com/ http://www.hometime.com/projects/deckprch.htm
http://www.decksunlimited.org/ http://www.decksusa.com/
1.8 General grading and drainage http://www.builderswebsource.com/techbriefs/drainage.htm
1.9 Grade and slope at house wall shttp://www.acefoundation.com/dg/drain.html
1.10 Window and Stair Wells http://www.windowwell.com/

1. EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING / Architecture / Construction
   2.1 Visible foundations http://www.modernpouredwalls.com/  
   2.2 Exterior walls /   /www.masoniteclaims.com / EIFS - Exterior Design Institute - EIFS  / The Siding Book
   2.3 Windows http://www.doorandwindow.com/ http://www.andersenwindows.com/ 
   2.4 Doors http://www.doors-windows.com/ http://www.door-doors.com/
   2.5 Paint  http://www.paint.org/  
   2.6 Porches http://www.coastalporches.com/
   2.7 Railings, lights, hose bibbs, etc. http://www.deckrailings.com/  

1. ROOFING, GUTTERING , AND CHIMNEYS Roofing
   3.1 Main roof, type GAF & Other Fiberglass Asphalt Shingle Failures Information and Claims Website http://www.roofingexperts.com/ http://www.roofingmall.com/
   3.2 Other roof sections http://www.custombiltmetals.com/  http://www.americanslate.com/ http://www.harmonyrooftiles.com.au/
   3.3 Flashings & Stack vents http://www.roofcenter.com/
   3.4 Gutters, downspouts, splash blocks and water runoff provisions http://www.gutterworks.com/ http://www.bcity.com/seamless/
   3.5 Chimneys Chimneys. COM / Chimneys and Flues / CPSC Safety Alert Chimneys
   3.6 Cornices and Trim

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2. GARAGE, CARPORT, AND OUT BUILDINGS
   4.1 Roofing & Exterior walls  http://www.roofingexperts.com/ The Siding Book
   4.2 Doors, Windows & Floors http://www.doors-windows.com/ http://www.door-doors.com/
   4.3 Grading and Drainage http://www.builderswebsource.com/techbriefs/drainage.htm
   

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3. BASEMENT, CRAWLSPACE & FOUNDATIONS  /
   
   5.1 Slab on Grade
   5.2 Crawlspaces (including Ventilation and Insulation)
   5.3 Basement finish
   5.4 Framing
   5.5 Foundation walls
   5.6 Floor
   5.7 Water penetration: Signs
   5.8 Sump pump system
   5.9 Rot and/or Termite damage
   

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4. ELECTRIC SERVICE / Holt's National Electrical Code  / Lightning Strike Risk Assessment, Protection System Information & Services / Electrical / 
   6.1 Voltage and Current ( including circuits and adequacy) /
   6.2 Type ( fuses or breakers) Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Circuit Breaker Panel Fire Hazard-Summarized
   6.3 Conductors and Ground connection Aluminum Wiring Hazards
   

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5. PLUMBING Plumbing /  Water Online/ Water, Water Supply, Wells / 
   
   7.1 Water Service Pipe Lead in Drinking Water Advice
   7.2 Interior water pipes  polybutelene plumbing info at Univ Arizona / 
   7.3 Waste pipes The Septic Information Website
   7.4 Well system Water Testing Advice /Water pressure tanks 
   7.5 Septic system Home Buyer's Guide to Septic Systems / /
   7.6 Laundry ( including Hookups and Machines)
   7.7 Fuel Pipes( including storage tanks) Underground Storage Tanks - Buried Oil Tanks
   7.8 Hot Water heater
   

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6. HEATING Heating Systems /  BTU Calculators / Fuel Cost Calculator / The TRANE Company Preston's HVAC Guide Books list Mfgs, Models, Capacity, Etc. / Weil McLain Model GV Gas Boiler-gas valve recall-repair / CPSC  Safety Alert Chimneys / Weil McLain Model GV Gas Boiler-gas valve recall-repair
   8.1 Type, Brands & Zones Lennox Pulse Furnace Safety Inspection-Warranty Program Carbon Monoxide Warning / Plastic Heating Vent Pipe & Other Heating Safety Recall Notice 
   8.2 Output capacity
   8.3 Condition / Underground Storage Tanks - Buried Oil Tanks
   8.4 Distribution Carbon Monoxide 
   8.5 Humidifier
   

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7. COOLING / Air Conditioning & Cooling Systems
   9.1 Type, Brands & Zones
   9.2 Capacity and Compressor running amps
   9.3 Condition
   9.4 Distribution
   

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8. ATTICS
   10.1 Insulation
   10.2 Ventilation
   10.3 Whole house attic fan
   10.4 Condensation or rot signs
   10.5 Framing Type
   10.6 Access & Storage
   

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9. BATHROOMS
   11.1 Tile
   11.2 Fixtures
   11.3 Plumbing
   11.4 Ventilation
   11.5 Electrical
   

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10. KITCHEN
    12.1 Sinks and plumbing
    12.2 Cabinets and counters
    12.3 Dishwasher
    12.4 Range And Oven
    12.5 Refrigerator
    12.6 Fan/Hood and Disposal
    12.7 Extra Equipment
    12.8 Floor covering
    
    

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11. GENERAL INTERIOR
    13.1 Walls
    13.2 Ceilings
    13.3 Floors
    13.4 Stairs
    13.5 Doors
    13.6 Windows and Storms
    13.7 Fireplaces / Coal, Gas, Pellet, Wood Appliances & Fuels
    13.8 Smoke Alarms
    13.9 Electrical fixtures and outlets

Home Inspection Services
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Radon, Lead, & Environmental Testing
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Continental Inspection  Agency
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Claxton Walker & Associates

626-C Admiral Drive #124 Annapolis, MD 21401 

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