• Structural

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Foundation and framing Probe deterioration Describe: Foundation Floor structure Wall structure Ceiling structure Roof structure

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  • Exterior

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Siding, flashing & trim All exterior doors Decks, balconies, stoops, porches and railings Eaves, soffits and fascia’s from ground level Vegetation Grading, Surface drainage Retaining walls Walkways Patios Driveway Describe: Siding

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  • Roofing

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Roofing material Roof drainage systems Flashing Skylights Chimneys, Roof penetrations Describe: Roofing materials Methods used to inspect roofing

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  • Plumbing

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Interior water supply/ distribution including fixtures and faucets Drain waste/vent systems – all fixtures Water heating equipment/ hot water supply system Vent systems – flues and chimneys Fuel storage/ distribution systems Drainage sumps, sump pumps, and related piping Describe: Water supply, drain, waste, vent piping materials Water heating equipment/ energy source(s) Location of main water and fuel shut-off valves

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  • Electrical

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Service drop Service entrance conductors Cables and raceways Service equipment Main disconnects Service grounding Interior components of service panels and sub-panels Conductors Overcurrent protection devices Lighting fixtures, switches, and receptacles GFCI Describe: Amperage/voltage of the service Locate main disconnect and sub-panels Presence of aluminum wiring Presence or absence of smoke detectors Wiring methods

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  • Heating

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Open readily accessible access panels Inspect: Installed heating equipment Vent systems Flues Chimneys Describe: Energy source(s) Heating systems

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  • Air Conditioning

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Open readily openable access panels Inspect: Central and through-wall equipment Distribution systems Describe: Energy source(s) Cooling systems

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  • Interiors

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Walls, ceilings and floors Steps, stairways and railings Countertops, installed cabinets Doors and windows Garage doors and operators

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  • Insulation & Ventilation

    Author: Mock Webware |

    Inspect: Insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces Attic and foundation area ventilation Mechanical ventilation systems Describe: Insulation and vaper retarders in unfinished spaces Absence of insulation in unfinished spaces at conditioned surface

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