inspectors should look for and note: mortar joint condition; loose bricks; misdirected downspouts; overflowing gutters; horizontal...

nearby vegetation The inspector is required to report vegetation growing near the home according to the Home Inspection Standards of...

steep slope The home inspector should note if a home is on a steep slope and, therefore, subject to erosion or movement. The maximum...

There are two common styles of wood framing: balloon and platform. The main difference between balloon and platform framing is apparent...

A slab-on-grade foundation is a type of foundation consisting of a structural concrete slab poured onto the ground, but usually, there is...

Common Structural Terms In this section of the course, let's learn about some common terms or phrases that are used in the construction...

All electrical systems require a means of disconnection so that the service can be shut down quickly if any dangerous conditions exist....

Many people use the name Romex® when referring to type-NM cable. Romex® is a trademarked name that has come into common usage for...

The purpose of bonding is to ensure the electrical continuity of the fault current path, provide the capacity and ability to conduct...

The service-entrance cable SEC (blue arrow) is a line of service conductors (white arrows) located between the terminals of the service...

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Chimney Flues While the inspection of chimney flues is a highly specialized procedure, any obvious deficiencies in the flue should be...