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Client name: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Inspected property address: ________________________________________________________________________

Date and time of the inspection: _____________________________________________________________________

Weather conditions: __________________________________________________________________________________

Approximate outdoor air temperature: _____________________________________________________________

People present at the time of the inspection: _______________________________________________________

Estimated year built: __________________________________________________________________________________

Type of structure inspected: __________________________________________________________________________

Company name: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Inspector name: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Company phone: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Company email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Company address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

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This checklist is based upon the International Standards of Practice for Performing a General
Home Inspection, which is located at www.nachi.org/sop.

This checklist may be used to perform a visual inspection of a home and provide the inspector
with a written report identifying the defects that were (1) observed and (2) deemed material.

The purpose of clarity, the following terms may be used by the inspector:

A material defect is a specific issue with a system or component of a residential property that
may have a significant, adverse impact on the value of the property, or that poses an
unreasonable risk to people.

A major defect is a condition of a system or component that renders it non-working, non-

performing, non-functioning or unsafe, and requires a professional contractor to further evaluate
and repair, correct or replace.

A minor defect is a condition of a system or component that renders it non-working, non-

performing, or non-functioning, and may be repaired, corrected or replaced by a professional
contractor or the homeowner.

A cosmetic defect is a superficial flaw or blemish in the appearance of a system or component

that does not interfere with its safety or functionality.

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ROOF
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the roof-covering materials:

_____ from the ground level
_____ from the eaves
_____ from a ladder
_____ from the roof surface
_____ from a window
_____ using binoculars
_____ using a camera extension pole
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ The roof-covering materials were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the gutters:

_____ from the ground level
_____ from the eaves
_____ from a ladder
_____ from the roof surface
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ The gutters were not inspected, because they were:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected from ground level or the eaves the downspouts.

_____ The downspouts were not inspected, because they were:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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_____ I inspected the vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, and other roof penetrations:
_____ from the ground level
_____ from the eaves
_____ from a ladder
_____ from the roof surface
_____ from a window
_____ using binoculars
_____ using a camera extension pole
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ The vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, and other roof penetrations were not inspected,
because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected from ground level or the eaves the general structure of the roof:
_____ from readily accessible areas
_____ from readily accessible panels
_____ from readily accessible doors
_____ from readily accessible stairs
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ The general structure of the roof from the readily accessible panels, doors or stairs was not
inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The type of roof-covering materials I observed can be described as:

_____ asphalt shingle
_____ wood shingle or shake
_____ concrete or clay tile
_____ metal
_____ slate
_____ other

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______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of an active roof leak. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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EXTERIOR
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the exterior wall-covering materials, flashing and trim.

_____ The exterior wall-covering materials, flashing and trim were not inspected, because they
were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected all exterior doors.

_____ All exterior doors were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the adjacent walkways and driveways.

_____ The adjacent walkways and driveways were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the stairs, steps, stoops, stairways and ramps.

_____ The stairs, steps, stoops, stairways and ramps were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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_____ I inspected the porches, patios, decks, balconies and carports.

_____ The porches, patios, decks, balconies and carports were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the railings, guards and handrails.

_____ The railings, guards and handrails were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the eaves, soffits and fascia.

_____ The eaves, soffits and fascia were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected a representative number of windows.

_____ A representative number of windows were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the vegetation, surface drainage, retaining walls and grading of the property,
where they may adversely affect the structure due to moisture intrusion.

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_____ The vegetation, surface drainage, retaining walls and grading of the property, where they
may adversely affect the structure due to moisture intrusion, were not inspected, because they
were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The type of exterior wall-covering materials can be described as:

_____ vinyl
_____ stucco
_____ aluminum siding
_____ cement-fiber panels or siding
_____ exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS)
_____ wood panels or siding
_____ masonry, brick and stone
_____ other
______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of improper spacing between intermediate balusters, spindles and
rails. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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BASEMENT, FOUNDATION, CRAWLSPACE & STRUCTURE

INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the foundation.

_____ The foundation was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the basement.

_____ The basement was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the crawlspace.

_____ The crawlspace was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the structural components.

_____ The structural components were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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DESCRIBE:

The type of foundation can be described as:

_____ basement
_____ crawlspace
_____ slab-on-grade
_____ concrete block
_____ poured concrete
_____ other
______________________________________________________________________________________________

The location of the access to the under-floor space is

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of wood in contact with or near soil. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of active water penetration. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of possible foundation movement, such as sheetrock cracks, brick
cracks, out-of-square door frames, and unlevel floors. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of cutting, notching and boring of framing members that may, in my
opinion, present a structural or safety concern. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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HEATING
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the heating system, using normal operating controls.

_____ The heating system was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The location of the thermostat for the heating system is

________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The energy source of the heating system is:

_____ natural gas
_____ electricity
_____ fuel oil
_____ propane
_____ geothermal
_____ solar
_____ solid wood
_____ pellets
_____ coal
_____ kerosene
______________________________________________________________________________________________

The heating method of the heating system is:

_____ warm-air
_____ hydronic
_____ steam
_____ electric
_____ other
______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ A heating system did not operate. Correction is needed.

_____ A heating system was deemed inaccessible. Correction is needed.

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_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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COOLING
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the cooling system using normal operating controls.

_____ The cooling system was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The location of the thermostat for the cooling system is

________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The cooling method can be described as:

_____ a central air conditioning system
_____ a split or ductless air conditioning
_____ a packaged air conditioner
_____ a evaporative cooling unit
_____ a window air conditioner
_____ a through-wall unit
_____ a portable unit
_____ other
______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ A cooling system did not operate. Correction is needed.

_____ A cooling system was inaccessible. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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PLUMBING
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the main water supply shut-off valve.

_____ The main water supply shut-off valve was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the main fuel supply shut-off valve.

_____ The main fuel supply shut-off valve was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the water heating equipment, including the energy source, venting connections,
temperature/pressure-relief (TPR) valves, Watts 210 valves, and seismic bracing.

_____ The water heating equipment, including the energy source, venting connections,
temperature/pressure-relief (TPR) valves, Watts 210 valves, and seismic bracing, were not
inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the interior water supply, including all fixtures and faucets, by running the
water.

_____ The interior water supply, including all fixtures and faucets, were not inspected, because
they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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_____ I inspected all toilets for proper operation by flushing.

_____ The toilets were not inspected, because they were:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected all sinks, tubs and showers for functional drainage.

_____ The sinks, tubs and showers were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the drain, waste and vent system.

_____ The drain, waste and vent system was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the drainage sump pumps with accessible floats.

_____ The drainage sump pumps with accessible floats were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

_____ Based upon observed indications, the water supply is public.

_____ Based upon observed indications, the water supply is private.

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The location of the main water supply shut-off valve is

________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The location of the main fuel supply shut-off valve is

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The location of the observed fuel-storage system is

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The static water pressure reading was measured at

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________.

The capacity of the water heating equipment was measured at

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________.

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in
two fixtures operated simultaneously. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of mechanical drain stops that were missing or did not operate if
installed in sinks, lavatories and tubs. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor,
were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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ELECTRICAL
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the service drop.

_____ The service drop was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the overhead service conductors and attachment point.

_____ The overhead service conductors and attachment point were not inspected, because they
were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the service head, gooseneck and drip loops.

_____ The service head, gooseneck and drip loops were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the service mast, service conduit and raceway.

_____ The service mast, service conduit and raceway were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the electric meter and base.

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_____ The electric meter and base were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the service-entrance conductors.

_____ The service-entrance conductors were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the main service disconnect.

_____ The main service disconnect was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers and fuses).

_____ The panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers and fuses) were not
inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the service grounding and bonding.

_____ The service grounding and bonding were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection

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______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected a representative number of switches, lighting fixtures and receptacles, including
receptacles observed and deemed to be arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI)-protected using the
AFCI test button, where possible.

_____ The representative number of switches, lighting fixtures and receptacles, including
receptacles observed and deemed to be arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI)-protected using the
AFCI test button, where possible, were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed
and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible.

_____ The ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed
to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible, were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.

_____ The smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The main service disconnect's amperage rating, if labeled, is ________________________________.

The type of wiring observed can be described as:

_____ type NM (nonmetallic sheathed)
_____ type UF (underground feeder)
_____ type AC (armored cable)
_____ aluminum branch circuit

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_____ knob and tube

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’

insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a tested receptacle in which power was not present, polarity was
incorrect, the cover was not in place, the GFCI devices were not properly installed or did not
operate properly, indications of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not
grounded or was not secured to the wall. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of the absence of smoke detectors. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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FIREPLACE
INSPECT:

_____ I inspected readily accessible and visible portions of the fireplaces and chimneys.

_____ The readily accessible and visible portions of the fireplaces and chimneys were not
inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the lintels above the fireplace openings.

_____ The lintels above the fireplace openings were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the damper doors by opening and closing them, if readily accessible and
manually operable.

_____ The damper doors were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the cleanout doors and frames.

_____ The cleanout doors and frames were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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DESCRIBE:

The type of fireplace can be described as:

_____ masonry solid fuel-burning
_____ factory-built solid fuel-burning
_____ decorative gas-burning
_____ solid fuel-burning stove
_____ solid fuel-burning fireplace insert
______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of joint separation, damage or deterioration of the hearth, hearth
extension or chambers. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of manually operated dampers that did not open and close.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of the lack of a smoke detector in the same room as the fireplace.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of the lack of a carbon-monoxide detector in the same room as the
fireplace. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of cleanouts not made of metal, pre-cast cement, or other non-
combustible material. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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ATTIC, INSULATION & VENTILATION

INSPECT:

_____ I inspected the insulation in unfinished spaces from:

_____ readily accessible areas
_____ readily accessible panels
_____ readily accessible doors
_____ readily accessible stairs
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ The insulation in unfinished spaces was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and
foundation areas.

_____ The ventilation of unfinished spaces was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected the mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area.

_____ The mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area were not
inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

The type of insulation observed can be described as:

_____ fiberglass blanket
_____ blown-in fiberglass
_____ loose-fill fiberglass

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_____ mineral rock or slag wool

_____ blown-in cellulose
_____ loose-fill cellulose
_____ spray-foamed or foamed-in-place
_____ structural insulated panel
_____ concrete block insulation
_____ foam board or rigid foam
_____ insulated concrete forms
_____ natural fibers
_____ others
______________________________________________________________________________________________

The approximate average depth of insulation observed at the unfinished attic floor area or roof
structure:
______________________________________________________________________________________________

The approximate average thickness of vertical insulation observed from the unfinished attic
area:
______________________________________________________________________________________________

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of the general absence of insulation or ventilation in unfinished

spaces. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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DOORS, WINDOWS & INTERIOR

INSPECT:

_____ I inspected a representative number of doors and windows by opening and closing them.

_____ A representative number of doors and windows were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected floors, walls and ceilings.

_____ The floors, walls and ceilings were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps.

_____ The stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected railings, guards and handrails.

_____ The railings, guards and handrails were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

_____ I inspected garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door openers, using
normal operating controls.

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_____ The garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door openers were not
inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBE:

_____ The garage vehicle door is manually-operated.

_____ The garage vehicle door is installed with a garage door opener.

REPORT:

_____ I observed indications of improper spacing between intermediate balusters, spindles and
rails for steps, stairways, guards and railings. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of photo-electric safety sensors that did not operate properly.
Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a window that was obviously fogged or displayed other
indications of broken seals. Correction is needed.

_____ I observed indications of a material defect.

_____ I observed indications of a major defect.

_____ I observed indications of a minor defect.

_____ I observed indications of a cosmetic defect.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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OPTIONAL SYSTEMS & COMPONENTS

DISHWASHER

_____ I inspected the dishwasher by using normal operating controls to demonstrate one primary
function.

_____ The dishwasher was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

FOOD WASTE DISPOSER

_____ I inspected the food waste disposer by using normal operating controls to demonstrate one
primary function.

_____ The food waste disposer was not inspected, because it was:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

RANGES, COOK TOPS AND OVENS

_____ I inspected the range, cook top and oven by using normal operating controls to
demonstrate one primary function.

_____ The range, cook top and oven were not inspected, because they were:
_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

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MICROWAVE OVEN

_____ I inspected the microwave oven by using normal operating controls to demonstrate one
primary function.

_____ The microwave oven was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

TRASH COMPACTOR

_____ I inspected the trash compactor by using normal operating controls to demonstrate one
primary function.

_____ The trash compactor was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

DOOR BELL

_____ I inspected the door bell by using normal operating controls to demonstrate one primary
function.

_____ The door bell was not inspected, because it was:

_____ inaccessible
_____ unsafe
_____ not present
_____ not within the scope of the inspection
______________________________________________________________________________________________

LAWN AND GARDEN SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS, HOT TUBS AND EQUIPMENT

Type of construction:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

OUTBUILDINGS
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

OUTDOOR COOKING EQUIPMENT

The energy source of the outdoor cooking equipment:

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

GAS SUPPLY SYSTEMS

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PRIVATE WATER WELLS

The type of pump:

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The type of storage equipment:

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL (SEPTIC) SYSTEMS

The type of system:

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The location of the drainage field:

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

WHOLE-HOUSE VACUUM SYSTEMS

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

OTHER BUILT-IN APPLIANCES

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SECURITY SYSTEMS
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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