Inspection Capital

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.

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