Code interpretations and commenting on building codes are beyond the purview of the home inspector during an inspection. However, there are many instances where some background knowledge of the codes can be helpful. This section will explore different issues that arise during inspections, how they are related to the building code, and why sometimes the code and best practices are not aligned. Case Window Opening Height: An inspection was performed on a new modular two-story build in a flood zone with an elevated first floor as required by flood zone construction. The first floor is ...
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