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424
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall describe: • whether the water supply is public or private
based upon observed evidence; • the location of the main water supply shut-off
valve; • the location of the main fuel supply shut-off
valve; • the location of any observed fuel-storage
system; and • the capacity of the water heating equipment, if
labeled.
427
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall describe: • whether the water supply is public or private
based upon observed evidence; • the location of the main water supply shut-off
valve; • the location of the main fuel supply shut-off
valve; • the location of any observed fuel-storage
system; and • the capacity of the water heating equipment, if
labeled.
429
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall describe: • whether the water supply is public or private
based upon observed evidence; • the location of the main water supply shut-off
valve; • the location of the main fuel supply shut-off
valve; • the location of any observed fuel-storage
system; and • the capacity of the water heating equipment, if
labeled.
432
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall describe: • whether the water supply is public or private
based upon observed evidence; • the location of the main water supply shut-off
valve; • the location of the main fuel supply shut-off
valve; • the location of any observed fuel-storage
system; and • the capacity of the water heating equipment, if
labeled.
435
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall describe: • whether the water supply is public or private
based upon observed evidence; • the location of the main water supply shut-off
valve; • the location of the main fuel supply shut-off
valve; • the location of any observed fuel-storage
system; and • the capacity of the water heating equipment, if
labeled.
437
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously;
• deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets;
• active plumbing water leaks that were observed during the inspection; and
• toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor, were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate.
441
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously;
• deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets;
• active plumbing water leaks that were observed during the inspection; and
• toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor, were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate.
443
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously;
• deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets;
• active plumbing water leaks that were observed during the inspection; and
• toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor, were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate.
445
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously;
• deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets;
• active plumbing water leaks that were observed during the inspection; and
• toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor, were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate.
447
You could group the bathrooms together in your inspection report.
BATHROOMS
448
1st floor 1/2 bath
1st floor 1/2 bath
1st floor 1/2 bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor master bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
2nd floor full bath
476
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
477
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
478
Electrical Service Terminology
Terminology related to the electrical service components is available in InterNACHI’s free, online “How to
Perform Residential Electrical Inspections Course.”
479
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Service drop are the red arrows. • 10’ above sidewalks and final grade from
bottom of drip loop• 12’ above yards or driveways• 18’ above the street
483
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Overhead conductors are the white and red arrows. The attachment point orange arrows. • Point of attachment (the tap or splice) for the
service drop should be below the weatherhead (if installed).
486
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Service head, goose neck, and drip loops. • There’s no service cap or weatherhead
component in this inspection picture. • Overhead service entrance conductors must
have a service weatherhead or cap, or an approved gooseneck.
489
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
No service mast or raceway (pipe/conduit) in this inspection picture. But there is a
service entrance cable (SEC).
493
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
496
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Main service disconnect must be clearly marked. Main disconnect must be either inside or outside the house as close to the service conductor where they enter the
house. Can’t be in a bathroom. No more than 6 breakers can be used to disconnect the service conductors.
498
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
501
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
• Grounding electrode conductor is the exposed copper wire (with patina) in the inspection image.
• The grounding electrode is a buried rod.
504
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Bonding is required where needed to ensure electrical continuity and the ability to carry a fault current to a path to grounding. The metal water pipe must be bonded to the service equipment enclosure (E3609).
506
Electrical bonding and grounding training for home inspectors is available in InterNACHI’s free, online “How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections Course.”
507
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
512
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
516
According to the Home Inspection Standards of Practice, the inspector shall inspect: • the service drop; • the overhead service conductors and attachment point; • the service head, gooseneck and drip loops; • the service mast, service conduit and raceway; • the electric meter and base; • service-entrance conductors; • the main service disconnect; • panelboards and over-current protection devices (circuit breakers
and fuses); • service grounding and bonding; • 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;
• all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a GFCI tester, where possible; and
• for the presence of smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Smoke alarms must be powered by the building wiring and a battery back-up. They should be interconnected so that one alarm activates all. Each bedroom, outside each sleeping area, on each story including basement.
Carbon monoxide detectors are required for houses that have a fuel-fired appliance or an attached garage with an opening to the house. Outside of each bedroom. Inside each bedroom with a fuel-burning appliance. Interconnected.
519
The inspector shall describe:
• the main service disconnect's amperage rating, if labeled; and
• the type of wiring observed.
522
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’ insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs;
• any unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled; • the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring, if
readily visible; • any 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, evidence of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not grounded or was not secured to the wall; and
• the absence of smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors.
523
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’ insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs;
• any unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled; • the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring, if
readily visible; • any 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, evidence of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not grounded or was not secured to the wall; and
• the absence of smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors.
525
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’ insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs;
• any unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled; • the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring, if
readily visible; • any 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, evidence of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not grounded or was not secured to the wall; and
• the absence of smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors.
527
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’ insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs;
• any unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled; • the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring, if
readily visible; • any 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, evidence of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not grounded or was not secured to the wall; and
• the absence of smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors.
528
The inspector shall report as in need of correction:
• deficiencies in the integrity of the service-entrance conductors’ insulation, drip loop, and vertical clearances from grade and roofs;
• any unused circuit-breaker panel opening that was not filled; • the presence of solid conductor aluminum branch-circuit wiring, if
readily visible; • any 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, evidence of arcing or excessive heat, and where the receptacle was not grounded or was not secured to the wall; and
• the absence of smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors.
550
The inspector shall inspect:
• insulation in unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas;
• ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas; and
• mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area.
551
The inspector shall inspect:
• insulation in unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas;
• ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas; and
• mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area.
566
The inspector shall inspect:
• insulation in unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas;
• ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas; and
• mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area.
572
The inspector shall describe:
• the type of insulation observed; and • the approximate average depth of insulation observed at the
unfinished attic floor area or roof structure.
575
The inspector shall describe:
• the type of insulation observed; and • the approximate average depth of insulation observed at the
unfinished attic floor area or roof structure.
577
The inspector shall report as in need of correction the general absence of insulation or ventilation in unfinished spaces.
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579
Interior could include garage, laundry, bathrooms and kitchen.
580
The inspector shall inspect:
• a representative number of doors and windows by opening and closing them;
• floors, walls and ceilings; • stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps; • railings, guards and handrails; and • garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door
openers, using normal operating controls.
581
The inspector shall inspect:
• a representative number of doors and windows by opening and closing them;
• floors, walls and ceilings; • stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps; • railings, guards and handrails; and • garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door
openers, using normal operating controls.
582
The inspector shall inspect:
• a representative number of doors and windows by opening and closing them;
• floors, walls and ceilings; • stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps; • railings, guards and handrails; and • garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door
openers, using normal operating controls.
583
The inspector shall inspect:
• a representative number of doors and windows by opening and closing them;
• floors, walls and ceilings; • stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps; • railings, guards and handrails; and • garage vehicle doors and the operation of garage vehicle door
openers, using normal operating controls.
