Is observance of gas shut-off valves and connections with a digital camera placed behind or under appliances considered a reasonable method for discovering deficiencies in inaccessible areas?
Is the inspector required to inspect a water metering device to determine if a leak may exist? Is the inspector required to perform any inspection of the meter?
Is the inspector required to determine the presence of Chinese drywall? Is the inspector required to report the symptoms of Chinese drywall? Is the inspector required to warn of the risk of Chinese drywall?
Do the Standards of Practice require inspectors to comment on the way a gas pipe enters a crawl space?
The Standards of Practice require inspectors to report as deficient the lack of exhaust ventilators in required areas. What are the required areas for exhaust ventilators?
Do the Standards of Practice require inspectors to report as deficient the presence of a commingled water heater drain pan drain line and a temperature/pressure relief drain line?
Do the Standards of Practice require inspectors to report as deficient a plumbing fixture that does not fully drain, retaining a slight amount (such as a few cups) of residual water?