Structural

The inspector shall inspect:

  • The structural components including the foundation and framing.

The inspector shall describe:

  1. The methods used to inspect under-floor crawlspaces and attics.
  2. The foundation.
  3. The floor structure.
  4. The wall structure.
  5. The ceiling structure.
  6. The roof structure.

The inspector is NOT required to inspect:

  • Provide engineering or architectural services or analysis.
  • Offer an opinion about the adequacy of structural systems and components.
  • Enter under-floor crawlspace areas that have less than 24 inches of vertical clearance between components and the ground or that have an access opening smaller than 16 inches by 24 inches.
  • Traverse attic load-bearing components that are concealed by insulation or by other materials.