3.9. Attic, Insulation & Ventilation

I. The inspector shall inspect:

• insulation in unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces and foundation areas;
  
  

• ventilation unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces and foundation areas; and
  
  

• mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathroom and laundry area.
  
  

II. The inspector shall describe:

• the type of insulation observed; and
  
  

• the approximate average depth of insulation observed at the unfinished attic floor area or roof structure.

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

A. the general absence of insulation or ventilation in unfinished spaces. 

IV. The inspector is not required to:

• enter the attic or any unfinished spaces that are not readily accessible, or where entry could cause damage or, in the inspector's opinion, pose a safety hazard.
  
  

• move, touch or disturb insulation.
  
  

• move, touch or disturb vapor retarders.
  
  

• break or otherwise damage the surface finish or weather seal on or around access panels or covers.
  
  

• identify the composition or R-value of insulation material.
  
  

• activate thermostatically operated fans.
  
  

• determine the types of materials used in insulation or wrapping of pipes, ducts, jackets, boilers or wiring.
   

• determine the adequacy of ventilation.