Structural Components
(a) The Oregon certified home inspector shall observe visible structural
components including:
• Foundation;
• Floors;
• Walls;
• Columns or piers;
• Ceilings; and
• Roofs.
(b) The Oregon certified home inspector shall describe the type of:
• Foundation;
• Floor structure;
• Wall structure;
• Columns or piers;
• Ceiling structure; and
• Roof structure.
(c) The Oregon certified home inspector shall:
• Probe or sound structural components where deterioration is suspected,
except where probing would damage any finished surface;
• Enter underfloor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except
when access is obstructed or restricted, when entry could damage any
property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected;
• Report the methods used to observe underfloor crawl spaces and
attics; report inaccessible areas; and
• Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the
building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.
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Mark Pierce
Oregon Certified Home Inspector
503-757-7784
OCHI #345-PCO
#153495 WSDA WDO #61752
