Structural (a) The home inspector shall inspect structural components including:
(1) Foundation;
(2) Floors;
(3) Walls;
(4) Columns or piers;
(5) Ceilings; and
(6) Roofs.
(b) The home inspector shall describe the type of:
(1) Foundation;
(2) Floor structure;
(3) Wall structure;
(4) Columns or piers;
(5) Ceiling structure; and
(6) Roof structure.
(c) The home inspector shall:
(1) Probe structural components where deterioration is suspected;
(2) Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except when access is obstructed, when entry could damage the property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected;
(3) Report the methods used to inspect under floor crawl spaces and attics; and
(4) Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.
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