3.1. Roof

I. The inspector shall inspect from ground level or the eaves:

A. the roof-covering materials;

B. the gutters;

C. the downspouts;

D. the vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, and other roof penetrations; and

E. the general structure of the roof from the readily accessible panels, doors or stairs.

II. The inspector shall describe:

A. the type of roof-covering materials.

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

A. observed indications of active roof leaks. IV. The inspector is not required to:

• walk on any roof surface.
  
  

• predict the service life expectancy.
  
  

• inspect underground downspout diverter drainage pipes.
  
  

• remove snow, ice, debris or other conditions that prohibit the observation of the roof surfaces.
  
  

• move insulation.
  
  

• inspect antennae, satellite dishes, lightning arresters, de-icing equipment, or similar attachments.
  
  

• walk on any roof areas that appear, in the inspector's opinion, to be unsafe.
  
  

• walk on any roof areas if doing so might, in the inspector's opinion, cause damage.
  
  

• perform a water test.
  
  
  

• warrant or certify the roof.
  
  

• confirm proper fastening or installation of any roof-covering material.