WHAT TO EXPECT
EXTERIOR
STRUCTURE
In the report, the inspector must mention
The type of roof.
Roofing material used.
The roof drainage, the roof drain, gutters, downspouts.
Vents, flashing, skylights.
The exterior of chimneys and other roof protrusions.
In the report, the inspector must mention
The material of the exterior wall coverings, the flashing.
The inspector must operate the doors and a representative number of windows.
The terraces, door stoops, staircases, steps, porches, railings, sidewalks, and the parking area.
The eaves, the soffits, and the exterior fascia.
The vegetation, or the surface drainage, and the slope of the land can be harmful to the building.
The support walls are attached to the house.
In the report, the inspector must mention the foundations, floors, beams,columns. and walls.
Roofs.
HEATING
In the report, the inspector must mention
The heating system
The energy sources.
The type of equipment used to produce heat.
The type and placement of the thermostat.
The exterior of the chimney.
The heat distribution system (ducts, piping, radiators, furnace)
The combustible storage unit (location, date of manufacture, leaks, supports)
The supply line (condition and location)
The refueling pipes and ventilation.
CLIMATE CONTROL
In the report, the inspector must mention
The climate control system
The type of equipment
The location of the thermostat
The pipes of the distribution system
The drainage installation.
PLUMBING
In the report, the inspector must mention,
Water Supply,visible indoor water distribution system,the supply pipes,
the main supply shut-off valve (type and location),supply piping,
the outdoor taps include vacuum breakers,the system and the indoor taps,the functional flow rate,
and any leakage.
Drainage
The visible indoor system of drainage of wastewater.
The siphons; drainage pipes and vents.
Floor drains.
Anti-backflow systems and cleanouts (placement).
Presence of leaks.
Sump and sump pump.
The presence of yellowish or reddish water in the sumps and catch basin when present.
Solid waste pumps.
Hot water tanks
The equipment supplies hot water.
Tank capacity-Date of manufacture and its location as indicated on the identification plate.
Type of energy.
Presence or absence of
shut-off valve.
Presence or absence of a pressure relief valve (TPR) and drainage tubing
ELECTRICITY
In the report, the inspector must mention
Installation of the power service supply entrance.
Grounding.
Rated amperage and voltage of the equipment as indicated on the fuses and main circuit breaker.
Electrical distribution panels and circuit breakers and fuses.
The wiring of the branch circuit.
The working of a representative number of permanently installed lighting fixtures, switches, and electrical outlets fitted inside and outside of the building.
The polarity and grounding of a representative number of electrical outlets.
The presence or absence of ground fault circuit interrupters.
The working of ground fault circuit interrupters.
The presence or absence of an arch fault circuit breaker
INSULATION
In the report, the inspector must mention
Insulating material and vapor barriers in unfinished and easily accessible spaces.
INTERIOR
In the report, the inspector must mention
The walls, floors, and ceilings.
The staircases, steps, and handrails.
A representative number of windows and doors.
The doors, walls, and ceilings separate the living spaces from the garage.
The presence or absence of smoke detectors.
The presence or absence of carbon monoxide detectors.
Leakage and water stains or noticeable condensation and all signs of mold are noticed inside the building. In this case
VENTILATION
In the report, the inspector must mention
Ventilation of the attic spaces.
Basement and crawl space ventilation.
Mechanical ventilation systems.
Bathroom ventilators.
Range hood.
Dryer evacuation outlet system.
Air exchanger, its filters, location, and air intake