Inspect: Foundation and framing Probe deterioration Describe: Foundation Floor structure Wall structure Ceiling structure Roof structure
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Structural
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Exterior
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
Inspect: Roofing material Roof drainage systems Flashing Skylights Chimneys, Roof penetrations Describe: Roofing materials Methods used to inspect roofing
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Plumbing
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
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
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
Open readily openable access panels Inspect: Central and through-wall equipment Distribution systems Describe: Energy source(s) Cooling systems
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Interiors
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
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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