National Standards of Practice
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4. STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
4.1 |
The Inspector shall:
A. |
inspect:
-
structural
components
including
visible
foundation
and
framing.
-
by
probing
a
sample
of
structural
components
where
deterioration
is
suspected
or
where
clear
indications
of
possible
deterioration
exist.
Probing
is
NOT
required
when
probing
would
damage
any
finished
surface
or
where
no
deterioration
is
visible.
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B. |
describe:
- foundation(s).
- roof
structure(s).
- ceiling
structure(s).
- wall
structure(s).
- floor
structure(s).
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C. |
report:
- on conditions limiting access to structural components.
- methods used to inspect the under-floor crawl space
- methods used to inspect the attic(s).
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4.2 |
The inspector is NOT required to:
A. |
provide
any
engineering
service
or
architectural
service. |
B. |
offer
an
opinion
as
to
the
adequacy
of
any
structural
system
or
component. |
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