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STRUCTURE
FOUNDATIONS
Components for inspection
- Foundation walls, first floor systems, other support and
sub-structure components, stairs
- Ventilation (when applicable)
- Grade slab and/or floor slab
Procedure for inspection
- Observe the conditions and serviceability of visible, exposed areas of foundation walls, grade slab, bearing walls, posts, piers, beams, joist, trusses, sub floors, chimney foundation, stairs and other similar structural components.
- Inspect foundations for indication of flooding, moisture, and water penetration.
- Observe sub floor crawl space ventilation and vapor barriers.
- Operate the sump pump when present.
- Inspect the visible and accessible wooden members.
- Observe the visible condition of floor slab when present.
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