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Standards of Practice: Main Components of a Home Inspection

Site Conditions
  • Including gradient adjacent to building/foundation

Structural Systems

Exterior Systems
  • Walls and coverings
  • Flashing and trim
  • Doors, decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches and railings
  • Adjacent walkways, patios and driveways
  • Representative number of windows

Roof Systems
  • Including drainage systems

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Plumbing System

Electrical System

Heating System

Air Conditioning Systems

Interior Systems
  • Walls, ceilings and floors
  • Steps, stairways and railings

Electrical System

Heating System

Air Conditioning Systems

Interior Systems
  • Walls, ceilings and floors
  • Steps, stairways and railings
  • Visible/accessible bath and/or kitchen vent fan ducting
  • Representative number of primary windows and interior doors
  • Any visible signs of water penetration
  • Insulation and Ventilation

Fireplaces

Attics

Source: Adapted from NYS Standards of Practice for Home Inspectors

So what does all this mean to home buyers and sellers?

It means that your inspector will observe and report on a standard set of home systems as prescribed by the law referenced above. Ask potential Home Inspectors what you can expect from them before you hire.

My Business goes above and beyond Standards of Practice. Contact us today to schedule your inspection.  

Want more information?

  • Read about Home Inspector Licensing.
  • Review the definitions of Common Inspection Terms.
  • Preview a sample Soundview Home Inspections Report.
  • Download our Inspection Agreement.
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