| 6.1 | Components for Inspection. | ||
| 6.1.1 | Roof covering material. | ||
| 6.1.2 | Rain gutter and downspout system. | ||
| 6.1.3 | Visible portions of roof flashings. | ||
| 6.1.4 | Roof ventilation. | ||
| 6.1.5 | Roof soffits and fascias. | ||
| 6.1.6 | Roof skylights and other roof accessories. | ||
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| 6.2 | Procedures for Inspection. | ||
| The Inspector will: |
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| 6.2.1 | Describe type of roofing and gutters. | ||
| 6.2.2 | Observe the condition of visible roof material, rain gutter and downspout systems, visible portions of roof flashings, roof soffits and fascias, roof vents, skylights and other roof accessories visible from the exterior. | ||
| 6.2.3 | If possible, inspect the roof surface and components from arms-length distance or with binoculars from the ground. | ||
| 6.2.4 | Inspect flat roofs where internal accessibility is readily and safely available. | ||
| 6.2.5 | Report presence of roof ventilation. | ||
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| 6.3 | Limitations. | ||
The Inspector is not required to: |
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| 6.3.1 | Walk on or access a roof where it could damage the roof or roofing material or be unsafe for the Inspector. | ||
| 6.3.2 | Remove snow, ice, debris or other conditions that prohibit the observation of the roof surfaces. | ||
| 6.3.3 | Inspect internal gutter and downspout systems and related underground drainage piping. | ||
| 6.3.4 | Inspect antennas, lightning arresters, or similar attachments. | ||
| 6.3.5 | Operate powered roof ventilators. | ||
| 6.3.6 | Determine remaining life expectancy of roof coverings, presence or absence of hail damage; manufacturers' defects, exceptions, installation methods or recalls; or number of layers. | ||
| 6.3.7 | Determine adequacy of roof ventilation. | ||
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