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SUMMARY 85-104 Alawa Pl, Waianae, Hawaii 96792 Richie Respicio Mokulua Home Inspections 8083979668 inspecta.rich@gmail.com Poodle LFTY0452 DAO LLC Earl Co Co March 7, 2025 2.1.1 Dishwasher Recommendation NO AIR GAP An air gap/high loop is not present in the dishwasher drainage system. According to current standards, either an air gap or a high loop is required to prevent backflow. It is advisable to have a licensed plumber install the necessary mechanism to ensure compliance and prevent potential issues. Recommendation Contact a qualified handyman. 2.3.1 Range/Oven/Cooktop Recommendation ANTI TIP BRACKET The range/oven is not securely fastened to the floor with an Anti tip bracket. This poses a potential safety concern for children. Recommend installation by a qualified technician. 2.3.2 Range/Oven/Cooktop EXHAUST LIGHT INOPERABLE Maintenance Item The exhaust fan light was inoperable at the time of inspection. Recommend replacing the light bulb or making necessary repairs as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 1 of 28 2.6.1 Washer Machine Recommendation RUBBER HOSE INSTALLED There are one or more rubber hoses installed at the washing machine supply. These type of hose material is known for being brittle and susceptible to leaking. Recommend replacing with the flood check or steel braided type supply hose as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified ohana property solutions llc 2.6.2 Washer Machine Recommendation MILDEW/MUSTY SMELL There is a strong mildew smell observed at the washer machine when draining/opened. Recommend further evaluation and cleaning/replacement as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 3.3.1 Drain, Waste, & Vent Systems AGED DRAINAGE PLUMBING Maintenance Item Aged cast iron/galvanized drainage plumbing is observed throughout the property. This type of plumbing can become problematic over time due to corrosion and wear. Recommend monitoring the system and replacing it as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 2 of 28 3.3.2 Drain, Waste, & Vent Systems Recommendation OPEN DRAIN/SEWER LINE An open sewer drop down/cleanout is noted in one or more locations. Recommend installing a cap to prevent the escape of sewer gasses. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. NE Side of house Crawlspace 3.4.1 Water Supply Systems Recommendation ANTI SIPHON Anti-siphon hose bibs are not installed on the property. These devices prevent potential backflow into your water supply through exterior water spigots, safeguarding against water contamination. Current regulations require their installation. It is recommended to install them where needed on the property Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 3.5.1 Gas Components GAS LOW Mokulua Home Inspections Maintenance Item Page 3 of 28 The gas level is observed to be low at the time of inspection. Recommend further review and refilling by a natural gas specialist. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 4.1.1 Sinks, Faucets & Drainage DRAINAGE PLUMBING LEAK Recommendation There is an active leak observed at the drainage plumbing beneath the sink in one or more locations. Recommend review and repair by a licensed plumber. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Bathroom 2 4.1.2 Sinks, Faucets & Drainage SINK VANITY LOOSE Recommendation The sink vanity base in one or more locations is loose from the wall. Recommend securing properly to prevent accidental damage or stress to the plumbing supply & drainage. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 4 of 28 Master Bathroom 4.1.3 Sinks, Faucets & Drainage FLEX PLUMBING Recommendation There is flex style drainage plumbing observed under the sink in one or more locations. This type of plumbing material is not intended for permanent use, due to the pipes nature to accumulate buildup and being vulnerable to possible leakage. Recommend repairs/replacement of pipes by a licensed plumber. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bathroom 4.3.1 Shower Plumbing Fixtures LEAKING AT FITTING CONNECTIONS Maintenance Item There is observed leaking at the base of the shower head fitting connections in one or more locations, a common issue. Monitor and replace as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 5 of 28 Bathroom 2 4.3.2 Shower Plumbing Fixtures CAULK NEEDED Maintenance Item The tub spout perimeter caulking is missing or has deteriorated. Recommend re-applying caulk to prevent moisture penetration. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bathroom 4.3.3 Shower Plumbing Fixtures SHOWER ARM LOOSE Recommendation The shower arm is loose. Recommend securing properly to prevent damage or unecassary stress to the plumbing. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 6 of 28 Master Bathroom 4.4.1 Bathtubs DRAIN PLUG MISSING OR INOPERABLE Recommendation The bathtub drain plug is missing or inoperable at the time of inspection. Recommend repair to the existing drain plug or replacement as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bathroom 4.4.2 Bathtubs BATHTUB SURFACE REGLAZED Maintenance Item The bathtub surface is reglazed. Recommend referring to an online guide to learn what cleaning substances are safe to use on the wall surface to prevent premature aging/deterioration. Recommendation Recommended DIY Project 4.5.1 Shower Walls & Base WALL SURFACE REGLAZED Maintenance Item MASTER BATHROOM The shower wall surface is reglazed. Recommend referring to an online guide to learn what cleaning substances are safe to use on the wall surface to prevent premature aging/deterioration. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 7 of 28 Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 4.5.2 Shower Walls & Base DRAIN GRATE LOOSE Recommendation The shower drain grate is loose/detached from the drain at the time of inspection. Recommend securing properly. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 5.1.1 Countertops & Cabinets NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY Recommendation There is one drawer in the kitchen that is not function properly and may need adjustment or replacement to the hardware. Recommend further review and repair as needed. . Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Kitchen 5.1.2 Countertops & Cabinets CABINET DOOR MISALIGNED Recommendation One or more cabinet doors are misaligned causing friction between the door and cabinet box causing a creeking sound when opened. Recommend adjustments and correction as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 8 of 28 Kitchen 5.1.3 Countertops & Cabinets MISSING HARDWARE Kitchen Recommendation The cabinet handles are missing/not installed at the time of inspection. Recommend review and installing hardware as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Kitchen 5.3.1 Interior & Exterior Doors DOOR DOESN'T LATCH Recommendation The doors in one or more locations does not latch properly. Recommend handyman repair latch and/or strike plate. Bedroom 3 Mokulua Home Inspections Page 9 of 28 5.3.2 Interior & Exterior Doors MISSING/DAMAGED DOORSTOPPER Recommendation There are missing or damaged door stoppers. Install as needed to prevent accidental damage. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bathroom Study 5.3.3 Interior & Exterior Doors Recommendation DAMAGE Minor damage/delamination is observed to one or more of the interior doors. Repair or replace as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Bedroom 2 5.3.4 Interior & Exterior Doors TIGHT IN THE JAMB Mokulua Home Inspections Bedroom 3 Recommendation Page 10 of 28 One or more doors are tight in the jamb. Recommend review and adjustment or replacement to the hardware as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bedroom Bedroom 2 Master Bathroom Study 5.4.1 Sliding Doors DAMAGED SCREEN Recommendation There is damage observed to the sliding screen door. Repair or replace as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 11 of 28 5.4.2 Sliding Doors Recommendation LOOSE HANDLE The sliding patio door handle is loose at the time of inspection. Recommend securing properly. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Video (click here to view on web) 5.5.1 Closet Doors LOOSE AT THE BASE Recommendation The sliding closet doors in one or more locations are loose at the base, Review and adjust or replace the floor guide as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 12 of 28 Study 5.6.1 Windows Recommendation MISSING SCREEN There are missing window screens. Recommend replacement/installing. Study 5.6.2 Windows DAMAGED SCREENS Bedroom 3 Recommendation There is damage observed to one or more of the window screens. Review and replace as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 13 of 28 Garage 5.6.3 Windows DAMAGED/INOPERABLE LOUVERS Recommendation There are many detached/inoperable lovers throughout the home. Repair or replace needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Bathroom 2 5.7.1 Ceilings REPAIRS Recommendation There are previous repairs observed to the ceiling material in one or more locations. Unable to determine the cause or condition of the underlying materials. No leaks were detected at the time of inspection. Recommend further review and repair as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 14 of 28 Kitchen 5.8.1 Walls MINOR CORNER CRACKS Recommendation Minor cracks at the corners of doors, windows and walls. Appeared to be the result of long-term settling. Some settling is not unusual in a home of this age and these cracks are not a structural concern. 5.9.1 Floors MINOR CRACK Recommendation There is cracking observed to one or more tiles. Repair as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Mokulua Home Inspections Page 15 of 28 Bathroom 2 5.9.2 Floors POPPING/HOLLOW AREAS Recommendation There is a loose or popping sound when walking on the vinyl plank flooring in one or more locations, indicating poor installation or that the underlying sub floor may be coming loose. This is a common issue in areas of high foot traffic. Recommend review and repair as needed to prevent further damage. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Study 5.9.3 Floors FLOORS NOT LEVEL Recommendation There are uneven surfaces of the floor structure observed at the time of inspection. This can be indication that the installer did not apply self leveling mortar at the time of installation. There is no structural concern at this time. Recommend monitoring over and repairs/corrections made by a licensed contractor as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. 5.9.4 Floors LOOSE/MISSING TRANSITION STRIP Mokulua Home Inspections Recommendation Page 16 of 28 One or more flooring transition strips are loose, missing or inadequately installed. Recommend assessment and correction by a qualified professional. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Bedroom 2 Master Bedroom 5.9.5 Floors Recommendation POOR INSTALLATION There are indications of unprofessional installation of the vinyl plank flooring in one or more locations throughout the home. Recommend further review and improvements/replacement as needed. Recommendation Contact a qualified professional. Master Bedroom 6.2.1 Water Heater Condition TEMPERATURE HIGH Mokulua Home Inspections Master Bedroom Living Room Recommendation Page 17 of 28 The hot water temperature is currently at 128 degrees Fahrenheit, exceeding the