Top 10 Home Defects
  • Roof leaks due to flashing and valley problems
  • Water penetration in the basement or crawlspace due to the surface water conditions
  • Electrical safety issues due to age of home
  • Deterioration of the wall material or substrate behind ceramic tile in shower and tub areas
  • Roof material failure due to age and deterioration
  • Heating unit and distribution system inequities due to age and workmanship or system compromises
  • Structural issues due to improper construction and/or alterations, or excessive unbalanced load (ie. Failing concrete block foundation wall)
  • Fire safety issues related to fireplace chimneys
  • Termite and other wood destroying organisms due the local environment and conducive conditions
  • On-site waste (septic) system failures usually due to lack of maintenance
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Home Component Life Spans

HOME COMPONENTS YEARS of SERVICE
Air Conditioning Compressor 8-15
Heat Pump(outside unit) 6-12
Forced Air, Gas Furnace 15-20
Electric Furnace (heating elements  may need periodic replacement) 15-20
Electric Baseboard Heaters 10-15
Hot Water Heater 8-12
Garbage Disposal 5-10
Dishwasher 7-12
Ranges & Ovens 15-20
Cooktop 15-20
Built-in Microwave 5-10
Trash Compactors 5-12
Galvanized Gutters 14-20
Composition Shingle Roof (1st roof) 15-30 (depends on shingle grade)
Composition Shingle Roof (2 layers) 12-26 (depends on shingle grade)
Roll Roofing 6-10
Wood Shake Roofing 18-24
Wood Shingle Roofing 16-20
Slate Roofing 40-80