s020319 #2 Not-functioning clarification
Question Is a decayed column base (50% of cross sectional area decayed) “not functioning”? Is a section of brick wainscot that is unflashed at its top and lacks suitable drainage […]
Interpretations
s010906 Are inspectors required to walk on the roof? Inspect for safety glazing? Inspect for storms and screens?
Question Do the ASHI Standards of Practice require an inspector (1) to walk on a roof, (2) to inspect for the presence of safety glazing, and/or (3) to inspect storm […]
s010928 Should inspectors test for mold/mildew?
Question Inspectors are not required to determine 13.2.B.12: the presence of any environmental hazards including, but not limited to toxins, carcinogens, etc. Should we be testing for mold/mildew? Is this […]
s010627 How to determine a representative number?
Question How many is a “representative number” – in this case I probed every other floor joist and every other subfloor board. Response Probing every other accessible joist and floor-board […]
s010907 How to inspect heating ductwork under a slab?
Question If heating ductwork lies below a concrete slab, am I required to remove the grilles in order to determine the condition of the otherwise inaccessible ducts? Response Yes, ducts […]
s010109 Are inspectors required to inspect pools or spas?
Question Section 4.2.A.4. Although there is no specific mention of pools, hot tubs, etc., am I correct to assume that not being required to inspect them would fall under the […]
s010220 Should inspectors go on the roof to do roof system inspections?
Question In order to do a thorough comprehensive inspection of the roof, drainage system, flashings, skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations, do you recommend whenever possible to do the inspection from […]
s010628 Should inspectors inspect under carpet?
Question I maintain that it is not possible to see under permanently installed carpets!! What does ASHI say? In this case damage to subflooring was not visible from crawl space […]
s000504 Must an inspector report the absence of a heat source in a room?
Question Do the Standards of Practice require the inspector to identify and report on the lack of a heat source in any room? Response No, there is no specific requirement […]
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