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28755 Hwy 371, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 Page 4 of 27 <br /> Exterior <br /> DESCRIPTION OF EXTERIOR (PHOTOS 1 - 5) <br /> Wall Covering: •Wood Siding <br /> Eaves, Soffits,And Fascias: *Metal •Wood <br /> Exterior Doors: *Solid Wood *Metal *Sliding Glass <br /> Window/Door Frames and Trim: *Wood *Metal-Covered <br /> Entry Driveways: *Gravel *Concrete <br /> Entry Walkways And Patios: *Concrete <br /> Porches, Decks, Steps, Railings: *Wood *Concrete <br /> Overhead Garage Door(s): •Wood *Automatic Opener(s)Installed(South Door Only) <br /> Surface Drainage: *Level Grade *Not visible due to snow <br /> Retaining Walls: *None <br /> Fencing: *None <br /> EXTERIOR OBSERVATIONS <br /> General Comments <br /> The exterior of the home is generally in good condition. The exterior of the home shows normal wear and tear for a home of <br /> this age. <br /> RECOMMENDATIONS/OBSERVATIONS <br /> Exterior Walls <br /> • Repair: Localized rot was observed in the siding at the northeast comer.Following repair of the damaged areas(which <br /> should be combined with exterior painting/maintenance)proper maintenance of the siding and control of water from roof <br /> or surface runoff can avoid further damage. <br /> • Monitor,Possible Repair: East siding has a slight"bulge"on a portion of the lower third(approx)of siding. <br /> Recommend review to verify possible cause. <br /> • Improve,Repair: Plants growing on/near exterior walls in various locations should be kept trimmed away from siding, <br /> window trims, and the eaves to reduce risk of insect and water damage. <br /> • Monitor,Improve: Siding in various locations is at/near ground level. This"splash zone"placement is not <br /> recommended as it can lead to additional ongoing maintenance and premature aging/rot of exposed surfaces. <br /> Windows <br /> • Repair: The windows in various locations need paint/stain and maintenance. <br /> Exterior Eaves <br /> • Repair: Tree branches in a few locations should be trimmed away from the house. <br /> Deck <br /> • Repair,Safety Issue: A railing should be provided for the deck at the south comer. <br /> • Repair: The deck at the south comer should be painted or stained to improve durability. <br /> • Repair,Monitor: The deck at the south corner shows evidence of localized rot.Localized repairs should be undertaken. <br /> Lot Drainage <br /> • Possible Concern,Monitor: The walkway appears to slope towards the house at the west side of the home. This <br /> condition can cause water entry in the building.It is difficult to improve this situation without re-grading the walkway <br /> adjacent to the foundation. <br /> >>> <br /> This confidential report is prepared exclusively for Dan Helbling <br /> 0 2008 Gold Key Home Inspection Services,LLC <br />