Regulation .05 Exterior.
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A.
A home inspector shall visually inspect the accessible exterior components, including:
(1)
Exterior wall covering, flashing, and trim;
(2)
All exterior doors;
(3)
Attached decks, balconies, stoops, steps and stringers, porches, and their associated railings and balusters;
(4)
Eaves, soffits, and fascias that are accessible from the ground level;
(5)
Vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls on the property if any of these may adversely affect the building; and
(6)
Walkways, patios, and driveways leading to dwelling entrances.
B.
A home inspector shall describe:
(1)
The exterior:
(a)
Wall covering;
(b)
Flashing;
(c)
Trim; and
(d)
Doors;
(2)
Deck components, including the absence of flashing at the ledger board;
(3)
Eaves, soffits, and facias;
(4)
Walkways, patios, driveways, including trip hazards; and
(5)
Grading and surface drainage that may adversely affect the building.
C.
A home inspector is not required to inspect any of the following:
(1)
Screening, shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories:
(2)
Fences, including each fence gate;
(3)
Geological, geotechnical, or hydrological conditions;
(4)
Recreational facilities;
(5)
Outbuildings;
(6)
Seawalls, break-walls, and docks; or
(7)
Erosion control and earth stabilization measures.