Photos from Real Estate Inspectors in San Diego, CA

Not only is this crawl space insulation falling down, it's installed upside down. Paper vapor barrier is required to face up toward living space.

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Even something minor like an electrical outlet cover plate missing in the attic is considered a safety/fire hazard

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Water from exterior grounds leaking into the crawl space. Overtime excessive moisture can deteriorate foundation components

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In old homes it's not uncommon to find foundation problems. This foundation wall has serious cracking and structural issues

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When composition asphalt shingles age, they become brittle and can blow off in high winds. This will eventually allow water intrusion inside the living space

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This return air ductwork is disconnected at the heater cabinet connection. This allows dirt and dust inside the heating system and could shorten it's service life.

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Deteriorated heater ductwork insulation is common in older homes. Newer flex-type ductwork should be installed for energy efficiency

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Broken cement roof tiles are common and if not replaced they could eventually lead to water intrusion inside the living space

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This sunken concrete foundation pier was discovered under an older home and is a significant structural concern

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This roof tile has slipped leaving the underlayment exposed to U.V.rays and deterioration. Rainwater now leaks into the living space

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This cracked chimney is considered both a structural and safety concern

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