Basement Assessment Report

Preliminary Report by Aaron Sturdivant, Jacobs Engineering Group

1 Introduction

1.1 Background During the week of April 28, 2013, approximately four (4) inches of rain
fell in the Washington, DC metro area. Water penetration was observed throughout the
basement of the house maintained by the Washington, DC Chapter of North Carolina
A&T State University Alumni Association, Inc. located at 1810 15
th
Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20009 on the morning of May 1, 2013. Member of the House Board of
Directors made the decision that a noninvasive assessment of the basement conditions
was necessary. The condition assessment of the basement was conducted by alumnus
Aaron A. Sturdivant, Facilities Management Engineer at J acobs Engineering Group.

1.2 Purposes of this report This report summarizes the key findings and
recommendations obtained from the conducted basement condition assessment, which
includes:
Summary of current basement interior conditions
Immediate maintenance needs
Long-term maintenance and construction needs
Additional recommendations

Note: This preliminary report does not include issues due to ADA accessibility and
egress standards.

2 Key Findings

2.1 Current Basement Conditions
Floors Current vinyl tile flooring is not level, worn and shows signs of
deterioration due to improper installation and water infiltration. (Picture 2.1.1,
2.1.2)
Walls Walls throughout basement are dirty, worn and shows signs of
deterioration due to water infiltration. Vinyl wall base is dirty and detaching from
wall in many areas. (Picture 2.1.3, 2.1.4, 2.1.5)
Openings All windows and doors are missing necessary seals. Some windows
do not operate properly. (Picture 2.1.6, 2.1.7, 2.1.8)
Ceiling Majority of suspended acoustical ceiling tile (ACT) is stained, damaged
and beyond its useful service life. Tiles show signs of wear due to high relative
humidity throughout space. Entire area above suspended ceiling was not
assessed due to accessibility restrictions. (Picture 2.1.9, 2.1.10, 2.1.11)
Casework Cabinetry in bar area is broken and worn. All countertops are worn
and damaged. Bar style counter is not level.
Electrical Electrical panel not properly secured to wall. Can type light fixtures
were not properly installed and are resting on ACT. Wiring was not inspected due
to accessibility. (Picture 2.1.12)
Mechanical Cabinet unit heaters are all beyond their service life. No humidity
control in space. Boiler appears to have approximately 10 years of service
remaining. Piping and ductwork not assessed due to accessibility restrictions.
Plumbing Seals around all fixtures and drains need to be reinforced. Stainless
Steel sink in bar area does not drain properly. Domestic hot water heater is
nearing the end of its expected remaining service life. Sump pump appears to be
in working condition. Piping not assessed due to accessibility restrictions.
Basement Assessment Report
Preliminary Report by Aaron Sturdivant, Jacobs Engineering Group
3 Recommendations

3.1 Initial Recommendations It was found that the spaces assessed are in overall poor
condition. It is recommended that the immediate needs listed below be addressed as
soon as possible and to begin planning for execution of listed long-term needs. It is
also recommended that a comprehensive condition assessment of remaining floors be
performed at a later date.

3.2 Immediate Needs The immediate maintenance needs throughout the basement are
as follows
Remove approximately 900 sf of acoustical ceiling tiles
Mount all can type lighting fixtures
Assess above ceiling conditions and seal cracks in walls above suspended
ceiling
Seal all door, windows, and plumbing fixtures
Clean all walls and floors
Remove all other water damaged finishes
It is recommended that no additional renovation work be done until it is
determined water penetration into area has ceased and any issues discovered
upon removal of suspended ceiling are remedied

3.3 Long-term Needs The long-term maintenance needs throughout the basement are
as follows
Hire building inspector to determine conditions of items not assessed during
condition assessments
Demolish all casework within the bar area
Remove and replace all remaining vinyl wall base
Clean, patch and paint all walls (approx.. 1400 sf)
Remove flooring and re-level floor
Install approximately 900 sf vinyl tile flooring
Install new casework in bar area
Clean and paint suspended ceiling grid
Install approximately 900 sf of acoustical ceiling tiles
Install humidity control system (dehumidifier recommended, window or
portable A/C unit preferred)
Basement Condition Assessment Preliminary Findings Pictures

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