Inspecting the Exterior (including the house, carport, attached ... - NAHI

o Blocked or buried weep holes.
o Missing drip screed.
o Excessive wear and tear, neglect, and abuse.
o Other conditions which may affect the ability of a component to perform its
intended function.
The inspector should look at soffit, fascia, lookouts, and rafter tails for signs of:
o Loose or missing components.
o Moisture, fire, or insect damage.
o Missing fasteners.
o Missing flashing.
o Vermin access.
o Neglected maintenance.
o Other similar conditions which may affect the ability of the roof to shed water
away from the exterior walls while providing for low side attic ventilation.
The inspector should look at windows, doors, and other wall openings for signs of:
o Cracks, wracking, and binding.
o Moisture, insect, and fire related damage.
o Dry or missing sealants or caulk.
o Missing or damaged flashing.
o Neglect and abuse.
o Torn or missing screens.
o Cracked, broken, punctured, torn, or missing glass, plastic, or vinyl panes or
panels.
o Gaps at stops, sashes, or sills which could allow moisture intrusion.
o Peeling, flaking, chalking, or missing paint or stain.
o Loose, damaged, or missing thresholds.
o Non-fire rated doors between the house and garage.
o Other visible conditions which in the opinion of the inspector may affect the
integrity of the components which are required to be inspected.
The inspector should look at porches, decks, and balconies for signs of:
o Visible support on all four or more sides.
o Secure anchoring at all ledger boards, posts, piers, or columns.
o Excessive wobbling, shaking, bouncing, vibration, flexing, sagging, and slanting.
o Missing, loose, or damaged fasteners, anchors, or other components.
o Wood components in direct contact with soil.
o Loose, missing, damaged, out of plane, or widely spaced joists or beams.
o Loose, missing, damaged, or unconventional spacing of railings and landing
components which could result in personal injury.
o Moisture, fire, or insect damage.
o Excessive age related deterioration.
o Excessive wear and tear, abuse, and neglect.
o Other conditions which in the opinion of the inspector could affect the integrity
or safety of the structure.
The inspector should look at steps, stairs, handrails, and guardrails for signs of: