How to Read This Report

The report is in a format that allows you to get to specific information quickly. Your report will have defects, concerns, general information, and things you should look into further. When looking at the report you have many different ways the information can be organized. Here are some examples of ways you can look at the report:

• The report comes up in an internet format called HTML. This is organized and I (your inspector) have tried to prioritize the information for you. For example, in the report if you click on the words "Significantly Deficient" on the left side of your screen you will see only the items I have marked as significantly deficient. This is very useful but please keep in mind my prioritization is my best guess and you should also look at the full report. In the HTML format you can quickly jump around the report but any summary you are looking at will have information removed. You may also see comments in a summary that does not have any photos but does have photos if you look at the full report. Failure to read the full report may result in damages that could have been avoided.
• Paper / printed / PDF report. From the HTML report, at the top you have an option to print the full report via PDF. This is a printed version. You can view the full report in PDF format on your computer. You can also print the full report and read it on paper. If you want the full report, please make sure you are printing the full report and not a summary with limited information. Reading the full report is the best way to make sure you do not miss any important information that is in the report. Please note, I make every effort to include information I think is relevant. If we discussed anything that did not get into the report or if any information is different than you expected please contact me as soon as possible. I may be able to direct you to the correct location on the report or make modifications to the report so it better meets your specific needs.
• Repair Request: This is a very useful tool that can be used for many purposes. You can select items from the report to make your own list. You can include photos or not include photos. You can add your own comments to the comments and photos in the report. This allows you to go through your report and make a custom list. This can be a specific list of issues or concerns you would like addressed. Because you can add your own notes you can specify how you would prefer the issues to be taken care of. For example, for some items you could request a qualified person to repair before closing and for other items you could ask for some form of compensation to allow you to conduct repairs after closing. Agents or attorneys could generate a repair request on the clients behalf as well. Just forward your report to your representative as needed and let them know about the repair request feature. Here is a video about it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpSxVo-fiqk&t=11s.

Chapters and Sections

This report is divided into chapters. Each chapter is broken into sections. You can navigate between chapters with the click of a button on the left side margin.

Sections have descriptive information and observations.

Observation Labels

Narrative observations are colored, numbered and labeled to help you find and refer to them. Observation colors and labels used in this report are:

• Significantly Deficient:
  "Significantly deficient" means that in my opinion the condition is unsafe, not functional, and or it is significantly different from normal standards of practice. For all issues that are significantly deficient I strongly recommend having qualified contractors specify steps and costs to remedy the conditions. Note, there are often multiple options that impact the intrusiveness, cost, and schedule for repairs.
• Repair:
  Repair is used to designate anything that the inspector thinks should be repaired, replaced, or mitigated in some way. In the inspectors opinion these concerns should be addressed. These may have safety and functionality impacts. Impacts may develop or worsen in the future. There are risks associated with items that need repair or maintenance. Items might be worse than they looked at time of inspection as things change and as more information becomes available. The person purchasing the property should decide what to ask the current owner for. Please note, your inspectors opinion of who should repair which items may be offered as a courtesy and should not be considered as part of the inspection or part of the purpose and scope of the inspection.
• Due Diligence:
  These are observations that may require further investigation. For example the inspection does not include identification of hazardous materials. I may point out a material or product that could be hazardous. To confirm if there is a hazard would require a specialist, samples taken, a lab, and permission from the current owner. All of those actions are outside of the scope of a standard inspection. Observations in this category are typically outside the scope of a standard inspection and should not be considered complete or material to the inspection. These observations should be considered unverified.
• Report Update:
  This inspection report is a snapshot in time. Updates to a report may be documented in this category. This can occur after any of the following situations: -The inspector returns to the property for any reason after initial inspection. -More information becomes available after the initial report was published. -Conditions change after the inspection and the inspector is contracted to make additions to the report. -The inspector can also use this category to document their assessment of repairs done after initial inspection or to document and correct a mistake in the report. Please note, additional visits to the property and or updates to reports cause additional charges. Observations in this category are outside the scope of a standard inspection and should not be considered complete or material to the inspection. Please note, inspectors, like everyone else do make mistakes.
• Maintenance:
  These are items that should be considered part of normal or routine home ownership activities. Items such as servicing the furnace, cleaning the gutters, or changing filters. These items are not required to be reported as part of the standard inspection. There will be similar items that are not included, not noted, and not reported. Please read manuals and product documentation for all components of the home. Please follow all manufacturers recommendations and all local, county, and state rules. Observations in this category are typically outside the scope of a standard inspection and should not be considered complete or material to the inspection.
• Improvement or Upgrade:
  This category is for observations that are not necessarily defects, but which could be improved for safety, efficiency, or reliability. One reason this may happen is because standards change (both written and informal standards). These conditions may be considered normal or common practice. Common conditions and common practices that are not best practice do have negative impacts. When any work is done I recommend upgrading to current standards where feasible to do so. This category may be used for items that the inspector considers to be cosmetic. Please note, these observations are outside the required standards for home inspection. I provide these comments as a courtesy. These observations should not be considered complete or material to the inspection.
• Note:
  Refers to aside information and or any comments elaborating on descriptions of systems or limitations to the inspection. This can include general information This the information may not apply directly to the inspected property. This information is not directly part of the property inspection and should not be considered complete. Observations in this category are often outside the scope of a standard inspection and should not be considered complete or material to the inspection.
• Inspectors Notebook:
  These are notes and technical information that aid in the inspection process. I may leave such information in the report for reference purposes. These notes include technical information. These notes may have information from codes and other sources. Please note, this inspection is NOT a code inspection. It is NOT a compliance inspection. Please consult with the authority having jurisdiction for rules, laws, and local requirements. This report is the inspectors opinion and recommendations. Acting as a home inspector I do not represent the authority having jurisdiction. Acting as a home inspector I have no enforcement authority.

Examples Of Icons Used In This Report:

Safety Concern

Safety concerns are noted throughout the report without this icon. This icon is just a way for me to call your attention to specific items that have safety concerns. Many items will have safety concerns that do not get this icon added.

Possible Association Issue

When inspecting one unit of a multi-family property (condominiums and townhouses), I am not inspecting the outside or common areas as part of the inspection. I do not know for sure what issues are handled by an association and which are handled by owners. I can use this icon to point out things that may be the responsibility of an association. Common areas and areas that appear to be maintained by the association or their contractors are outside the scope of the inspection. I may report some association issues, this does not obligate me to report others. All comments marked this way should be considered incomplete.

Report Update

The report update icon can be used for different reasons. Any kind of correction or clarification to the report after initial publishing should get marked with this icon to indicate the change. Changes can happen because of a mistake, because more information has been uncovered, or as a result of an additional visit.

Repairs Noted

Often best practice repairs are not visible or are very difficult to detect. This icon may be used to call your attention to a visible or noted repairs. For all repairs it is best for the new owner to get all available information from the current owner, including contact information for the person who did the repair. For past repairs it is wise to confirm the qualifications of the contractors that did the work. This is outside of the scope of the inspection but I do recommend that you follow up regarding all past repairs.

Suspect Repairs

Suspect repairs are repairs that do not appear to have been done following normal standards of practice. Repairs that are not done well are likely to cause issues in the future. For all repairs it is best for the new owner to get all available information from the current owner, including contact information for the person who did the repair. For suspect repairs it is best to have these reviewed further by qualified contractors.

Pest Concern

Pest concerns are noted as a courtesy and are not included as part of the inspection. All pest concerns (noted and otherwise) should be reviewed further by a qualified pest specialist. Any information provided regarding pest activity or pest damage should be considered incomplete.

Maintenance

Maintenance considerations are noted as a courtesy and are not included as part of the inspection. Maintenance should be anticipated as part of any property ownership. This should be expected and the inspection is no attempt to capture maintenance considerations. All maintenance related comments should be considered incomplete.

Monitor

Monitor is used to indicate that in my opinion (in the inspector's opinion) the condition or conditions should be monitored. Please note, any item that I am recommending to monitor may also need repair or may develop the need for repairs at a future time.

Due Diligence

Due diligence indicates something that the client should consider getting more information about. Actions you can pursue include asking the current owner, consulting with qualified specialists to review further, and getting documentation and permits. For any item I mark as due diligence I am indicating that the information I have provided is incomplete. For example, if I were to find some electrical issues and mark these as due diligence it indicates that I am concerned that once a qualified electrician starts repairs they may find additional issues I did not note in the report. This is normal and should be expected when any qualified contractor is brought in to review further, repair, or replace anything.

Note

Notes are meant to convey general information. Notes can be used for many different purposes. Conditions that are outside the scope of the inspection may be listed as notes. This does not mean these are not important considerations or that no issues were found. As an example, if something is suspected of being mold but has not been confirmed or if something is suspected to contain asbestos but has not been confirmed these items may get marked as deficiencies to call attention to them. However, I may mark these items just as notes or due diligence because the deficiency is only suspected and not confirmed. It is the clients responsibility to read the entire report and pursue all issues as needed in a timely fashion. I do not take any responsibility for prioritization. You must decide what issues are important for you and your family regardless of how I classify, organize, or prioritize.

🌲 Efficiency / IAQ

Efficiency and IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) indicates issues found that are likely to change seasonally. These issues impact fuel costs and also may cause condensation, water damaged, mold growth, or similar air quality issues.

Definitions And Limitations

Home Inspection:

• This definition is from the standard operating procedures as defined in Indiana residential inspection licensing law and or administrative code. For all inspections I am following state laws. However, this does not prevent exclusions. Any item marked as not inspected has been removed from the scope of the inspection. When agreed upon with the client, entire systems can be removed from the inspection and common areas are excluded for any single unit inspections in a multi-family property.
• IC 25-20.2-2-6 "Home inspection"
• Sec. 6. "Home inspection" means a visual analysis for the purpose of providing a professional opinion of the condition of a residential dwelling and the dwelling's carports or garages, any reasonably accessible installed components, and the operation of the dwelling's systems, including any controls normally operated by the owner of the dwelling, for the following components:

1. Heating systems.
2. Cooling systems.
3. Electrical systems.
4. Plumbing systems.
5. Structural components.
6. Foundations.
7. Roof coverings.
8. Exterior and interior components.
9. Attic spaces.
10. Basement or crawl space, if any.
11. Any other site aspects that affect the residential dwelling.

• The term does not include a code compliance inspection.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.163-2014, SEC.1.

Standard Inspection, Residential Inspection, Property Inspection, And Similar Terms:

• Throughout this report standard inspection, residential inspection, property inspection, residential property inspection, and similar terms are to be considered to have the same definition as home inspection (above).

Home Inspection Report:

• IC 25-20.2-2-7 "Home inspection report"
• Sec. 7. "Home inspection report" means a legibly written report prepared for compensation and issued after a home inspection. The report must include the following:

1. A report on any system or component inspected that, in the professional opinion of the inspector, is significantly deficient or near the end of the system or component's service life. A report under this subdivision must include the reason why the system or component is significantly deficient or near the end of the system or component's service life, unless the reason is self-evident.
2. The inspector's recommendation to remedy or monitor a deficiency reported under subdivision (1).
3. A list of any systems or components that were designated for inspection in the standards of performance adopted by the board but that were not inspected.
4. The reason a system or component listed under subdivision (3) was not inspected.
5. A statement that the report does not address environmental hazards, including: (A) lead-based paint; (B) radon; (C) asbestos; (D) cockroaches; (E) rodents; (F) pesticides; (G) treated lumber; (H) mold; (I) mercury; (J) carbon monoxide; or (K) other similar environmental hazards. (6) A statement that the report does not address wood destroying insects and organisms. (7) A statement that the report does not address subterranean systems or system components (operational or nonoperational), including: (A) sewage disposal; (B) water supply; or (C) fuel storage or delivery.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7.  

Limit Of Liability:

• The limit of liability regarding any questions, concerns, or issues of any kind arising from the usage of this report or reliance on any information provided as part of the inspection is limited to the fee paid for the inspection.

Client Or Customer:

• IC 25-20.2-2-5 "Client"
• Sec. 5. "Client" means an individual who hires or seeks to hire a licensed home inspector to obtain a home inspection or home inspection report.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7.

Report Is Not Transferable:

• This report is not transferable: Other than the inspector, inspection company, and its representatives, only the specific party or parties listed as the customer / client can use this report for any reason.

Alarm Systems:

• 878 IAC 1-1-2 "Alarm systems" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 2. "Alarm systems" means warning devices, installed or freestanding, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Carbon monoxide detectors.
2. Flue gas and other spillage detectors.
3. Security equipment.
4. Ejector pumps.
5. Smoke alarms.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-2; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Component:

• 878 IAC 1-1-5 "Component" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 5. "Component" means a readily accessible and observable aspect of a system.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-5; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Decorative:

• 878 IAC 1-1-6 "Decorative" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 6. "Decorative" means an item that is not required for the operation of the essential systems and components of a home.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-6; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Dismantle:

• 878 IAC 1-1-7 "Dismantle" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 7. "Dismantle" means to take apart or remove any component, device, or piece of equipment that would not be taken apart or removed by a homeowner in the course of normal and routine homeowner maintenance.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-7; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR878170406RFA)  

Further Evaluation:

• 878 IAC 1-1-9 "Further evaluation" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 9. "Further evaluation" means examination and analysis by a qualified professional, tradesman, or service technician beyond that provided by the home inspection.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-9; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Installed:

• 878 IAC 1-1-10 "Installed" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2 Sec. 10.
• "Installed" means attached such that removal requires tools.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-10; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Normal Operating Controls:

• 878 IAC 1-1-11 "Normal operating controls" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 11. "Normal operating controls" means devices, such as thermostats, switches, or valves, intended to be operated by the homeowner.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-11; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Readily Accessible:

• 878 IAC 1-1-12 "Readily accessible" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 12. "Readily accessible" means available for visual inspection without requiring: (1) moving of personal property; (2) dismantling; (3) destructive measures; or (4) any action that will likely involve risk to persons or property.
• (Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-12; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2719; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Readily Openable Access Panel:

• 878 IAC 1-1-13 "Readily openable access panel" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 13. "Readily openable access panel" means a panel provided for homeowner inspection and maintenance that:

1. is within normal reach;
2. can be removed by one (1) person; and
3. is not sealed in place.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-13; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Recreational Facilities:

• 878 IAC 1-1-14 "Recreational facilities" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 14. "Recreational facilities" means the following:

1. Spas.
2. Saunas.
3. Steam baths.
4. Swimming pools.
5. Exercise, entertainment, athletic, playground, or other similar equipment and associated accessories.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-14; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)  

Report:

• 878 IAC 1-1-15 "Report" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2-2-7
• Sec. 15. "Report" means to communicate, in writing, on all areas required by IC 25-20.2-2-7.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-15; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR878170406RFA)

Representative Number:

• 878 IAC 1-1-16 "Representative number" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 16. "Representative number" means one (1) component: (1) per room for multiple similar interior components, such as windows and electric outlets; or (2) on each side of the building for multiple similar exterior components.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-16; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA) 

Roof Drainage System:

• 878 IAC 1-1-17 "Roof drainage system" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 17. "Roof drainage system" means components used to carry water off a roof and away from a building.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-17; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Shut Down:

• 878 IAC 1-1-18 "Shut down" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 18. "Shut down" means a state in which a system or component cannot be operated by normal operating controls.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-18; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Significantly Deficient:

• 878 IAC 1-1-19 "Significantly deficient" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 19. "Significantly deficient" means unsafe or not functioning.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-19; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Solid Fuel Burning Appliances:

• 878 IAC 1-1-20 "Solid fuel burning appliances" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 20. "Solid fuel burning appliances" means a hearth and fire chamber or similar prepared place in which a fire may be built and that is built in conjunction with a chimney or a listed assembly of a fire chamber, its chimney, and related factory-made parts designed for unit assembly without requiring field construction.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-20; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Structural Component:

• 878 IAC 1-1-21 "Structural component" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 21. "Structural component" means a component that supports nonvariable forces or weights and variable forces or weights.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-21; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Systems:

• 878 IAC 1-1-22 "System" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 22. "System" means a combination of interacting or interdependent components assembled to carry out one (1) or more functions.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-22; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Technically Exhaustive:

• 878 IAC 1-1-23 "Technically exhaustive" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2 Sec. 23. "Technically exhaustive" means an investigation that involves dismantling, the extensive use of advanced techniques, measurements, instruments, testing, calculations, or other means.
• The inspection used to create this report was not a technically exhaustive inspection.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-23; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2720; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Underfloor Crawlspace:

• 878 IAC 1-1-24 "Underfloor crawlspace" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2 Sec. 24. "Underfloor crawlspace" means the area within the confines of the foundation and between the ground and the underside of the floor.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1- 24; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2721; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)

Unsafe:

• 878 IAC 1-1-25 "Unsafe" defined Authority: IC 25-20.2-3-8 Affected: IC 25-20.2
• Sec. 25. "Unsafe" means a condition in a readily accessible, installed system or component that is judged to be a significant risk of personal injury during normal, day-to-day use. The risk may be due to:

1. damage;
2. deterioration;
3. improper installation; or
4. a change in accepted residential construction standards.

(Home Inspectors Licensing Board; 878 IAC 1-1-25; filed Apr 18, 2005, 12:15 p.m.: 28 IR 2721; readopted filed Nov 22, 2011, 12:20 p.m.: 20111221-IR-878110371RFA; readopted filed Dec 1, 2017, 1:54 p.m.: 20171227-IR-878170406RFA)  

Purchasing property involves risk:

The purpose of a home inspection is to provide a professional opinion of the condition of a property at a moment in time. The inspection and any resulting report do not mitigate any risk. The report must be read and understood by the client and the client must take further actions in order to benefit from the inspection. Neither an inspection nor a report can substitute for or serve as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Home warranties can be purchased separately from insuring firms that provide this service.

A home inspection is visual and not destructive:

The descriptions and observations in this report are based on a visual inspection of the structure. I inspect the aspects of the structure that can be viewed without dismantling, damaging or disfiguring and without moving furniture, personal items, or interior furnishings. Areas that are concealed, hidden or inaccessible to view are not covered by this inspection. Some systems cannot be tested during this inspection. Our procedures involve non-invasive investigation and non-destructive testing which limits the inspection.

This is not an inspection for code compliance:

This inspection and report are not intended for code compliance. All houses fall out of code compliance shortly after they are built, as the codes continually change. Municipalities can choose to adopt and phase in sections of the codes on their own timetables. Only the authority having jurisdiction (typically the town) can dictate what is required. As a home inspection everything I say and report should be considered my opinion or my recommendation. I can not require anyone to comply with any specific building code or building standard.

This is just my opinion:

Construction techniques and standards vary. Information in this report are my opinions. Other inspectors and qualified contractors are likely to have differing opinions. You are welcome and encouraged to seek opinions from other professionals.

Indiana specific information:

• The following link is provided so you can read a compilation from the Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code January 1, 2021 Edition. This link may or may not be up to date. This information is from the state of Indiana: https://www.in.gov/pla/files/HILB-1.1.2021-EDITION.pdf
• For information that is likely to be more up to date and to obtain official copies of the Indiana Code or Indiana Administrative Code, please contact your nearest public library or visit the website of the Indiana General Assembly at www.in.gov/legislative.