3.2. Exterior

I. The inspector shall inspect:

• the exterior wall-covering materials;
  
  

• 
  the eaves, soffits and fascia;
  
  

• a representative number of windows;
  
  

• all exterior doors;
  
  

• flashing and trim;
  
  

• adjacent walkways and driveways;
  
  

• stairs, steps, stoops, stairways and ramps;
  
  

• porches, patios, decks, balconies and carports;
  
  

• railings, guards and handrails; and
  
  

• vegetation, surface drainage, retaining walls and grading of the property, where they may adversely affect the structure due to moisture intrusion.

II. The inspector shall describe:

A. the type of exterior wall-covering materials. 

III. The inspector shall report as in need of correction:

A. any improper spacing between intermediate balusters, spindles and rails. 

IV. The inspector is not required to:

• Inspect or operate screens, storm windows, shutters, awnings, fences, outbuildings, or exterior accent lighting.
  
  

• Inspect items that are not visible or readily accessible from ground, including window and door flashing.
  
  

• Inspect or geological, geotechnical, hydrological or soil conditions.
  
  

• inspect recreational facilities or playground equipment.
  
  

• inspect seawalls, break walls or docks.
  
  

• inspect erosion-control or earth-stabilization measures.
  
  

• inspect for safety-type glass.
  
  

• inspect underground utilities.
  
  

• inspect underground items.
  
  

• inspect wells or springs.
  
  

• inspect solar, wind or geothermal systems.
  
  

• inspect swimming pools or spas.
  
  

• inspect wastewater treatment systems, septic systems or cesspools.
  
  

• inspect irrigation or sprinkler systems.
  
  

• inspect drain fields or dry wells.
  
  

• determine the integrity of multiple-pane window glazing or thermal window seals.