Roofs
general structure
roof-covering materials
gutters
downspouts
vents
flashing, skylights
chimney(s)
other roof penetrations
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Exterior
exterior wall-covering materials, flashing and trim
exterior doors
adjacent walkways and driveways
stairs, steps, stoops, stairways and ramps
porches, patios, decks, balconies and carports
railings, guards and handrails
eaves, soffits and fascia
a representative number of windows
moisture intrusion caused by vegetation
surface drainage
retaining walls
grading of the property
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Lower Levels-Floors
foundation
basement
crawlspace
structural components
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Heating
heating system, using normal operating controls
model and serial number
approximate age of heating system
filter(s)
energy source
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Electrical
the service drop
overhead service conductors and attachment point
service head, gooseneck and drip loops
the service mast, service conduit and raceway
electric meter and base
service-entrance conductors
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
all ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles and circuit breakers
smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors
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Plumbing
main water supply shut-off valve
main fuel supply shut-off valve
water heating equipment and components
venting connections, temperature/pressure-relief (TPR) valves
interior water supply, including all fixtures and faucets
all toilets for proper operation by flushing
all sinks, tubs and showers for functional drainage
drain, waste and vent systems
drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
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Cooling
cooling system, using normal operating controls
delta of air temperature
model and serial number
approximate age of cooling system
area surrounding the cooling system
visible cooling system components
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Fireplace
readily accessible and visible portions of the fireplaces and chimneys
lintels above the fireplace openings
damper doors by opening and closing them
cleanout doors and frames
gas fireplace(s) operation
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Attic, Insulation & Ventilation
insulation in unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas
ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces and foundation areas
mechanical exhaust systems in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry area
visible rafters, collar ties, trusses, and purlins
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Doors, Windows & Interior
a representative number of doors and windows
floors, walls and ceilings
stairs, steps, landings, stairways and ramps
railings, guards and handrails
garage vehicle door(s), using normal operating controls
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