Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC

3516 E 14th Street

Lubbock, TX 79403

PO Box 64578
Lubbock, Texas 79464
806-786-1375
Professional Licenses #4743, #21901, #22121, #23197, #23632, #24187
Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC 806-786-1375
PO Box 64578 mysouthplainsinspector@joebellar.com
Lubbock, TX 79464 www.joebellar.com

PROPERTY INSPECTION REPORT

Prepared For: Jose Healer

(Name of Client)

Concerning: 3516 E 14th Street, Lubbock, TX 79403

(Address or Other Identification of Inspected Property)

By: Jesse D. Beversdorf, Lic #24187 08/31/2021

(Name and License Number of Inspector) (Date)

(Name, License Number of Sponsoring Inspector)

PURPOSE, LIMITATIONS AND INSPECTOR / CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This property inspection report may include an inspection agreement (contract), addenda, and other information related to
property conditions. If any item or comment is unclear, you should ask the inspector to clarify the findings. It is important that
you carefully read ALL of this information.

This inspection is subject to the rules (“Rules”) of the Texas Real Estate Commission (“TREC”), which can be found at
www.trec.texas.gov.

The TREC Standards of Practice (Sections 535.227-535.233 of the Rules) are the minimum standards for inspections by TREC-
licensed inspectors. An inspection addresses only those components and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at
the time of the inspection. While there may be other parts, components or systems present, only those items specifically noted
as being inspected were inspected. The inspector is NOT required to turn on decommissioned equipment, systems, utility
services or apply an open flame or light a pilot to operate any appliance. The inspector is NOT required to climb over
obstacles, move furnishings or stored items. The inspection report may address issues that are code-based or may refer to a
particular code; however, this is NOT a code compliance inspection and does NOT verify compliance with manufacturer’s
installation instructions. The inspection does NOT imply insurability or warrantability of the structure or its components.
Although some safety issues may be addressed in this report, this inspection is NOT a safety/code inspection, and the inspector
is NOT required to identify all potential hazards.
In this report, the inspector shall indicate, by checking the appropriate boxes on the form, whether each item was inspected, not
inspected, not present or deficient and explain the findings in the corresponding section in the body of the report form. The
inspector must check the Deficient (D) box if a condition exists that adversely and materially affects the performance of a
system or component or constitutes a hazard to life, limb or property as specified by the TREC Standards of Practice. General
deficiencies include inoperability, material distress, water penetration, damage, deterioration, missing components, and
unsuitable installation. Comments may be provided by the inspector whether or not an item is deemed deficient. The inspector
is not required to prioritize or emphasize the importance of one deficiency over another.
Some items reported may be considered life-safety upgrades to the property. For more information, refer to Texas Real Estate
Consumer Notice Concerning Recognized Hazards or Deficiencies below.
THIS PROPERTY INSPECTION IS NOT A TECHNICALLY EXHAUSTIVE INSPECTION OF THE STRUCTURE,
SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS. The inspection may not reveal all deficiencies. A real estate inspection helps to reduce some
of the risk involved in purchasing a home, but it cannot eliminate these risks, nor can the inspection anticipate future events or
changes in performance due to changes in use or occupancy. It is recommended that you obtain as much information as is
available about this property, including any seller’s disclosures, previous inspection reports, engineering reports,
building/remodeling permits, and reports performed for or by relocation companies, municipal inspection departments,
lenders, insurers, and appraisers. You should also attempt to determine whether repairs, renovation, remodeling, additions, or
other such activities have taken place at this property. It is not the inspector’s responsibility to confirm that information
obtained from these sources is complete or accurate or that this inspection is consistent with the opinions expressed in previous

Promulgated by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) P.O. Box 12188, Austin, TX 78711-2188 (512) 936-3000
(http://www.trec.texas.gov).
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or future reports.
ITEMS IDENTIFIED IN THE REPORT DO NOT OBLIGATE ANY PARTY TO MAKE REPAIRS OR TAKE OTHER
ACTIONS, NOR IS THE PURCHASER REQUIRED TO REQUEST THAT THE SELLER TAKE ANY ACTION. When a
deficiency is reported, it is the client’s responsibility to obtain further evaluations and/or cost estimates from qualified service
professionals. Any such follow-up should take place prior to the expiration of any time limitations such as option periods.
Evaluations by qualified tradesmen may lead to the discovery of additional deficiencies which may involve additional repair
costs. Failure to address deficiencies or comments noted in this report may lead to further damage of the structure or systems
and add to the original repair costs. The inspector is not required to provide follow-up services to verify that proper repairs
have been made.
Property conditions change with time and use. For example, mechanical devices can fail at any time, plumbing gaskets and
seals may crack if the appliance or plumbing fixture is not used often, roof leaks can occur at any time regardless of the
apparent condition of the roof, and the performance of the structure and the systems may change due to changes in use or
occupancy, effects of weather, etc. These changes or repairs made to the structure after the inspection may render information
contained herein obsolete or invalid. This report is provided for the specific benefit of the client named above and is based on
observations at the time of the inspection. If you did not hire the inspector yourself, reliance on this report may provide
incomplete or outdated information. Repairs, professional opinions or additional inspection reports may affect the meaning of
the information in this report. It is recommended that you hire a licensed inspector to perform an inspection to meet your
specific needs and to provide you with current information concerning this property.
TEXAS REAL ESTATE CONSUMER NOTICE CONCERNING HAZARDS OR DEFICIENCIES

Each year, Texans sustain property damage and are injured by accidents in the home. While some accidents may not be
avoidable, many other accidents, injuries, and deaths may be avoided through the identification and repair of certain hazardous
conditions. Examples of such hazards include:
malfunctioning, improperly installed or missing ground fault circuit protection (GFCI) devices for electrical
receptacles in garages, bathroom, kitchens, and exterior areas;
malfunctioning arc fault protection (AFCI) devices;
ordinary glass in locations where modern construction techniques call for safety glass;
malfunctioning or lack of fire safety features such as, smoke alarms, fire-rated doors in certain locations, and
functional emergency escape and rescue openings in bedrooms;
malfunctioning carbon monoxide alarms;
excessive spacing between balusters on stairways and porches;
improperly installed appliances;
improperly installed or defective safety devices;
lack of electrical bonding and grounding; and
lack of bonding on gas piping, including corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST).

To ensure that consumers are informed of hazards such as these, the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) has adopted
Standards of Practice requiring licensed inspectors to report these conditions as “Deficient” when performing an inspection for
a buyer or seller, if they can be reasonably determined.

These conditions may not have violated building codes or common practices at the time of the construction of the home, or
they may have been “grandfathered” because they were present prior to the adoption of codes prohibiting such conditions.
While the TREC Standards of Practice do not require inspectors to perform a code compliance inspection, TREC considers the
potential for injury or property loss from the hazards addressed in the Standards of Practice to be significant enough to warrant
this notice.

Contract forms developed by TREC for use by its real estate licensees also inform the buyer of the right to have the home
inspected and can provide an option clause permitting the buyer to terminate the contract within a specified time. Neither the
Standards of Practice nor the TREC contract forms requires a seller to remedy conditions revealed by an inspection. The
decision to correct a hazard or any deficiency identified in an inspection report is left to the parties to the contract for the sale
or purchase of the home.

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INFORMATION INCLUDED UNDER "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY INSPECTOR", OR

PROVIDED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH THE STANDARD FORM, IS NOT REQUIRED BY THE COMMISSION
AND MAY CONTAIN CONTRACTUAL TERMS BETWEEN THE INSPECTOR AND YOU, AS THE CLIENT. THE
COMMISSION DOES NOT REGULATE CONTRACTUAL TERMS BETWEEN PARTIES. IF YOU DO NOT
UNDERSTAND THE EFFECT OF ANY CONTRACTUAL TERM CONTAINED IN THIS SECTION OR ANY
ATTACHMENTS, CONSULT AN ATTORNEY.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY INSPECTOR

Additional Inspectors: NA

Inspection Beginning Time: 1:45 PM

Inspection Ending Time: 3:30 PM

Home Orientation: North

Weather Conditions: Sunny to Partly Cloudy

Starting Temperature: 91°F

Home Content: Vacant

Purpose of Inspection: Real Estate Purchase

Buyer's Real Estate Agent: Andrew Rangel, Expand Realty

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INSPECTION AGREEMENT
Scope of the Inspection

1. The inspection and report are made in conformity with the Texas Real Estate Commission Standards of
Practice of the Texas Real Estate Commission. The inspection and report are limited by the terms, exclusions,
and limitations as stated in the Standards of Practice. The Standards of Practice are available at
https://www.trec.texas.gov/agency-information/rules-and-laws/trec-rules#section535.227.

2. The inspection services and report provided by Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC are based on a visual
inspection of the readily accessible areas and functioning systems of the property at the time of the inspection.
The report is intended to disclose to the Client the major defects that could significantly affect the clients'
assessment of the house, and is essentially a “snapshot” of the house as of the date of the inspection. Joe
Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC is not liable for problems which cannot be reasonably discovered in a limited
inspection. The inspector's primary concern is to use accessible and visible clues combined with training and
experience to discover major and unsafe conditions, so that the Client can make his or her own evaluation of
the overall condition of the home.

3. Home ownership brings with it the certainty that failures and repairs will occur. This inspection is not intended to
determine or estimate remaining life expectancy or future performance of any inspected item, part, system or
component. The home inspection will not be able to predict such occurrences.

4. This inspection is not an environmental inspection for conditions such as, but not limited to asbestos, mold, lead
based paint, wood destroying insects or organisms, and other toxic items. Environmental items such as these
require separate licensing beyond the professional home inspector license.

5. The compliance of building codes, building permits, ordinances, statutes, or restrictions are excluded from the
scope of this inspection. Each municipality adopts and rejects building codes depending on their location and
accepted construction practices. In areas outside of the municipalities' jurisdiction, there may be no building
code, permit requirements, ordinances, statutes, or restrictions. Therefore, the Standards of Practice are applied
to accommodate the inspector's licensure across the state of Texas.

6. This inspection and report are in no way to be considered as a warranty, guaranty, or insurance policy
expressed or implied, regarding the condition of the inspected property or any hidden or latent defects. The
Client acknowledges that certain components may function consistent with their purpose at the time of this
inspection, but due to their nature are subject to change or deterioration without notice. All warranties or
insurance policies provided by, but not limited to, Home Warranty Companies, Home/Property Insurers, or
Manufactures are separate from the inspection report. Any discrepancies, dishonored warranties or insurance
policies from those entities should be resolved between the Client and that entity.

Dispute Resolution

1. The Client understands and agrees that any claim for failure to accurately report the visually discernible
conditions at the subject property, as limited above, shall be made in writing and reported to Joe Bellar Real
Estate Inspection, LLC within ten business days of discovery. The Client further agrees that, except for
emergency conditions, Client or Client's agents, employees or independent contractors, will make no
alterations, modifications, or repairs to the claimed discrepancy prior to a reinspection by the Inspector. The
Client understands and agrees that any failure to notify the Inspector as stated above shall constitute a waiver
of any and all claims for said failure to accurately report the condition in question.

2. Any dispute concerning the interpretation of this agreement or arising from this inspection and report, except
one for inspection fee payment, shall be resolved informally between the Client and Joe Bellar Real Estate
Inspection, LLC or by arbitration conducted in accordance with the rules of an arbitrator who is familiar with the
home inspection industry. The arbitrator shall conduct summary judgment motions and enforce full discovery
rights as a court would as provided in civil proceedings by legal code.

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3. The Client understands and agrees that the maximum liability of Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC and its
Managers and Members to the Client is limited to the money that is paid by the Client to Joe Bellar Real Estate
Inspection, LLC and there shall be no other liability of any kind that may be asserted by the Client against Joe
Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC or its Mangers and Members.

4. If any part of this contract is declared invalid or unenforceable by any court or competent jurisdiction, the
remaining parts of this agreement shall remain in effect, and shall not be affected thereby except as necessary
to adjust for the invalidated part.

Client Duties

1. The Client's presences at the time of the inspection is not required. However, their presence and questions
during the inspection are beneficial to understanding the final report and arriving at his or her own conclusions
about the inspected property. If for any reason the Client is not present at the time of the inspection, this
agreement should have been emailed to the client prior to the inspection for their review and electronic
signature. The inspection report will not be released to the client until this agreement has been returned to Joe
Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC.

2. The inspector is a generalist with limited knowledge across many fields, and is not to be considered an expert in
any specific field. In any instance where there is a specific concern either by the Client or as raised by Joe
Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC, the Client is advised to secure further evaluation from a contractor or other
professional specializing in the concerning area before proceeding with the purchase. Repair methods and the
true cost of repairs should be determined by communicating with appropriate contractors, tradesmen or experts.

Payment for Service

1. Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC is a service provider and is paid for services rendered. Payment for the
service is the responsibility of the client for whom the inspection was performed. Payment responsibility is not
limited or negated by any, but not limited, to the following:

Contingent on the purchase of the home/property inspected;

Misplaced invoices by the title company or the lending entity;

Changes in the title company or lending entity; and

Failure by the inspection service provider to submit an invoice before a file is closed.

Promise by the home/property seller to pay for all closing costs. Responsibility remains with the client to
ensure and verify that the estimated closing cost documents are accurate, and the inspection service fee
has been recorded in the correct section and at the correct fee amount.

2. The Client agrees to pay Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC for the invoiced inspection and related fees.
Payment for the service is due at the time the inspection is provided unless other arrangements have been
established.

Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC contracts with a credit collection agency and a credit reporting
agency. If payment for inspection service fees is not paid after standard requests have been made, the
client's name and information will be provided to the credit collection agency for collection and credit
reporting.

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I. STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

A. Foundations
Type of Foundation(s): Cement Slab
Comments:
Foundation Opinion:
No Significant Movement - No significant indications of foundation movement were
evident at the time of the inspection. The foundation is performing as intended. Consider
adhering to a regular watering program to assist in maintaining a consistent level of
moisture in the soil. This will reduce the opportunity for soil movement.

NOTE: Typical cracks are visible at the garage floor.

B. Grading and Drainage

Comments:

C. Roof Covering Materials

Types of Roof Covering: Composition Fiberglass Shingles
Viewed From: Walked on Roof
Comments:

NOTE: Joe Bellar Real Estate Inspection, LLC cannot determine the insurability of the
roof. Each insurer adopts its own criteria. Consult the insurer of your choice to
determine insurability of the roof prior to the purchase of the home.

D. Roof Structures and Attics

Viewed From: Entered the Attic
Approximate Average Depth of Insulation: 12" Blown Fiberglass
Comments:

NOTE: The attic space is not 100% visible due to insulation, duct work, and enclosed
attic locations.

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E. Walls (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:
The kitchen back splash is loose behind the sink. See the following image.
Sheetrock damage is present at the following locations: north living room wall,
garage, and laundry room, See the following images.
Caulk repair is needed at the mater bathroom vanity sink/splash guard. See the
following image.
Thermal cracking is present at the following exterior brick locations: west. See the
following image. NOTE: Thermal cracking is due to normal expansion and
contraction of materials as they heat and cool.
The screens are damaged at the back patio screen walls. See the following image.

NOTE: Past repairs are present at the master bedroom walls. See the following image.

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F. Ceilings and Floors

Comments:
Loose flooring is present at the laundry room. See the following image.
Gaps in flooring are present at various locations around the home. See the following
image.

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G. Doors (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:
The following doors hit the door jamb when they are opened and closed: front
exterior door, master bathroom passage door, west hall closet door, and southwest
bedroom closet door.
Damaged weather stripping is present at the following doors: front exterior door. See
the following image.
A solid wood door not less than 1-3/8" in thickness, a solid or honeycomb core steel
door not less than 1-3/8" thick or a 20-minute fire-rated door between the residence
and the attached garage is not present. A self closing device is not present.
A screw is missing at the garage passage door deadbolt. The deadbolt is loose.
The bottom weather stripping is loose at the garage overhead door. See the
following image.
The hinges are loose at the master bedroom closet door.
The following doors do not latch: northeast bedroom closet door and southeast
bedroom closet door.

H. Windows
Comments:
The following window screens or screen frames are damaged: north kitchen window,
and southwest bedroom.
Screens are missing at the following windows: master bedroom and southeast
bedroom.

I. Stairways (Interior and Exterior)

Comments:

J. Fireplaces and Chimneys

Comments:

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K. Porches, Balconies, Decks, and Carports

Comments:

L. Other
Comments:
The kitchen countertop is damaged. See the following image.

II. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Service Entrance and Panels

Comments:
150 Amp Service

NOTE: Arc Fault breakers were operated at the time of the inspection.

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B. Branch Circuits, Connected Devices, and Fixtures

Type of Wiring: Copper
Comments:
Yes No Were the accessible smoke detectors tested? If not, why?
Yes No Were the accessible carbon monoxide detectors tested? If not, why?
Carbon monoxide detectors are not present.
Yes No Was the doorbell tested? If not, why?

Covers are missing at the following switches/outlets: all garage outlets and northeast
bedroom.
The following GFCI outlets do not reset as intended: south garage outlet. NOTE:
The garage breaker was off prior to inspection. The breaker was turned on and the
GFCI outlet still would not reset.
The light fixture cover is missing at the following locations: laundry room, master
bedroom, northeast bedroom, and southeast bedroom.
Loose electrical outlets are present at various locations around the home.
A broken ground prong is present at the east living room outlet. See the following
image.
The outlet cover is broken at the west living room outlet.
The light fixture is missing at the master bedroom closet.
Smoke detectors are not present at the following locations: west hallway and in all
bedrooms.
The following smoke detectors did not function at the time of the inspection: east
hallway.
Light bulbs are missing at the southeast bedroom ceiling fan.

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III. HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS

A. Heating Equipment
Type of Systems: Central
Energy Sources: Electric
Comments:
Brand: Rheem 2019
Location: Garage Mechanical Closet

B. Cooling Equipment
Type of Systems: Central Refrigerated
Comments:
Brand: Rheem 2019 Evaporative Coil
Rheem 2019 Condenser Coil
Location: West
Return Air Temperature: 77 °F
Supply Air Temperature: 65 °F
The air conditioner temperature is not within the 15°F - 21°F normal operating range.
Consider having the air conditioner serviced and further evaluated by a licensed
heating ventilation air conditioning company.

NOTE: The battery cover is missing at the hall thermostat.

C. Duct Systems, Chases, and Vents

Comments:

IV. PLUMBING SYSTEMS

A. Plumbing Supply, Distribution Systems and Fixtures

Location of water meter: Alley
Location of main water supply valve: Alley
Static water pressure reading: 80psi
Comments:
Visible Water Pipe: PEX, Copper. The identification of pipes concealed in
walls, under slabs, or otherwise covered is beyond the
scope of this inspection.
The following shower heads are not securely anchored in the wall cavity: master
bathroom and hall bathroom.

NOTE: Shut-off valves are not operated and are beyond the scope of this inspection.

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B. Drains, Wastes, and Vents

Comments:

NOTE: The underground sewer pipes and washing machine drains are beyond the
scope of the inspection. Consider asking the seller about pipe upgrades or past
performance.

C. Water Heating Equipment

Energy Source: Electric
Capacity: 40 Gallons
Comments:
Brand: Rheem 2019
Location: Garage Water Heater Closet

D. Hydro-Massage Therapy Equipment

Comments:

E. Other
Comments:

V. APPLIANCES

A. Dishwashers
Comments:
Brand: Frigidaire
An air gap loop is not present at the drain hose.
Water leaks from the front of the dishwasher during the wash cycle.

B. Food Waste Disposers

Comments:
The grinder is locked and does not rotate.

C. Range Hood and Exhaust Systems

Comments:

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D. Ranges, Cooktops, and Ovens

Comments:
Brand: Range: General Electric
An anti-tip device is not present at the range.

NOTE: The coils are dirty and smoke when turned on high.

E. Microwave Ovens
Comments:
Brand: Whirlpool

F. Mechanical Exhaust Vents and Bathroom Heaters

Comments:
The bathroom exhaust fans vent to the attic space. This condition is recognized by
the Texas Real Estate Commission Standards of Practice but is not enforced by
regional building officials.

G. Garage Door Operators

Comments:

H. Dryer Exhaust Systems

Comments:

I. Other
Comments:

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