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Home | Resources | Standard of Practice | Roof System

Roof System

5. ROOFING

5.1 The inspector shall:

  1. Inspect:
    1. roofing materials.
    2. Roof drainage systems.
    3. Flashing.
    4. Skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations.
  2. Describe:
    1. Roofing materials.
    2. Methods used to inspect the roofing.

5.2 The inspector is NOT required to inspect:

  1. antennae.
  2. Interiors of vent systems, flues, and chimneys that are not readily accessible.
  3. Other installed accessories.
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