The inspector should:
- inspect the siding, brick, stone, and/or stucco
- inspect the exterior trim
- inspect the visible flashing
- inspect the exterior doors
- inspect the decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches, railings
- inspect the eaves, soffit, fascia
- inspect the vegetation adjacent to the home
- inspect grading, surface drainage adjacent to the home
- inspect retaining walls adjacent to the home
- inspect the walkways, patios, driveways
- describe how exterior was inspected
The inspector is not obligated to:
- inspect the screens, shutters, awnings
- inspect any fences, boundary walls
- inspect any geological and soil conditions
- inspect any recreational facilities (pools, spas, etc.)
- inspect any outbuildings
- inspect any seawalls, break walls, docks
- inspect any erosion control devices