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Label	Report Text	Sort Order	Actions
No Rainwater Goods	There are no rainwater goods to the property, which may result in dampness within the building. Suitable rainwater fittings should be installed to direct surface water away from the structure	0	Edit Delete
Poor Replace	The rainwater fittings are in poor condition and should be replaced to ensure effective drainage	1	Edit Delete
Asbestos Replace	Sections of the rainwater fittings appear to contain asbestos and should now be replaced. This presents a potential safety risk. Before any work is undertaken on asbestos-containing materials, a suitable risk assessment must be carried out by a competent person	2	Edit Delete
Leaking Replace	The rainwater fittings are leaking and now require repair or replacement to ensure proper drainage	3	Edit Delete
Blocked & Damp	Some downpipes are in poor condition and are causing associated damage. Repairs are now required to prevent further deterioration	4	Edit Delete
Finlock Sagging	The concrete rainwater goods show signs of sagging above the window openings. Further investigation should be undertaken by a Chartered Structural Engineer to assess their structural stability	5	Edit Delete
Finlock Leaking	Leakage was noted to the concrete rainwater goods. Urgent remedial works are necessary to prevent additional deterioration or water ingress	6	Edit Delete
Finlock Lining Not Visible	This type of gutter arrangement is an integral part of the building structure as well as rainwater component. I have not been able to inspect the gutter linings and a close inspection is now needed to determine their condition and structural adequacy	7	Edit Delete
Undersized	The existing rainwater goods appear inadequate for the roof area served and are likely to overflow in heavy rain. Replacement with higher-capacity guttering is recommended to ensure effective rainwater disposal	8	Edit Delete
Not Enough Downpipes	There are insufficient downpipes to adequately drain the guttering at the property, which could result in overflowing during periods of heavy rainfall. Higher-capacity guttering or additional downpipes should be installed to improve rainwater disposal	9	Edit Delete
Poorly Supported	Sections of the rainwater fittings lack adequate support, resulting in misalignment. Additional fixings and realignment are recommended to restore correct falls and stability	10	Edit Delete
Leaking	Some sections were noted to be stained and possibly leaking, indicating the need for resealing to prevent further deterioration	11	Edit Delete
Rusting	Corrosion was observed to parts of the rainwater goods. Appropriate repairs and treatment are recommended to prevent further decay	12	Edit Delete
Missing	Missing sections were noted to the rainwater fittings. These should be reinstated or replaced to restore effective rainwater disposal	13	Edit Delete
Loose	Loose sections were noted to the rainwater fittings. These should be properly secured through repair or replacement to prevent detachment or leakage	14	Edit Delete
Broken	Broken sections were noted to the rainwater fittings. These should be repaired or replaced to restore effective performance and prevent water damage	15	Edit Delete
Poorly Aligned	Poor alignment was noted to sections of the rainwater fittings. Realignment, repair, or replacement is required to restore correct falls and efficient drainage	16	Edit Delete
Blocked	The fittings are obstructed by debris and vegetation and need to be cleared to prevent blockages and potential overflow	17	Edit Delete
Discharge onto Flat Roof	The downpipe currently discharges directly onto the flat roof, which may cause deterioration of the roof coverings and potential water ingress. This setup should be modified to prevent further damage	18	Edit Delete
UV Affected	The components have suffered from prolonged UV degradation and are now brittle — replacement is recommended	19	Edit Delete
Water Container Overflowing	Rainwater from the roof is collected in a garden water container, which is currently overflowing. Improvements to the collection and storage system are required	20	Edit Delete
Water Container Not Supported	Rainwater from the roof is collected in a garden water container, which is inadequately supported. Improvements are required to ensure stability and proper function	21	Edit Delete
Water Container No Overflow	The roof rainwater discharges into a garden container without an overflow connection to a discharge point; modifications are recommended to improve the system	22	Edit Delete

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