A common issue I see on inspections is the bolts that are used to mount/anchor the toilet securely to the floor.
In a tub/shower combination the tub spout has a diverter valve attached to the tub spout. When shower operation is required this valve is pulled up thereby sending the water up to the shower head.
Metal roofs are common on mobile or modular homes. It is important to do regular visual inspections to be able to catch rust spots as early as possible.
This image illustrates the reason why it is important to frequently check the caulking or silicone around the shower door or around a bathtub, especially at the base area. A slow leak can cause this type of damage.
The lack of a handrail is a safety issue, even if it just a few steps, and one needs to be installed as soon as possible.
On a gas hot water heater, it is now a CA code requirement to have a sediment trap in place when a new water heater is installed. As you can see in this image, the sediment trap has been installed but it was installed incorrectly and is facing the wrong direction.
Let's talk about circuit breaker panels (breaker box) and the importance of accurate labeling. This is an image from a recent inspection I conducted with clear labeling.
On many inspections I come across open electrical junction boxes. This is a very dangerous condition that has a very simple fix by simply installing a cover plate.
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