Research & Writing Assignment:
Knob & Tube wiring was a building practice that has all but been abandoned by most modern building contractors and licensed electricians throughout the country. In fact, many house fires in older residential and rural houses are no longer “insurable” by many carriers because of their related safety concerns. Home inspectors sure make these conditions known to a client, if they presences are found.
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Healthy Homes, Part 3: Housing Regulations of Healthy Housing Course, states that, Housing codes are distinguished from building codes in that they cover houses, not buildings in general. This statement could be improved, such that the Residential codes (IRC) are dedicated to residential “construction” as the Building codes (IBC, IPC, IMC, NEC…) are to commercial, industrial, high-rise… “construction”, whereas the Housing codes are dedicated to regulating “occupancies” or “usage” of residential buildings. In other words, some “occupants” are either ignorant or apathetic regarding unhealthy or hazardous “behaviors” in and around their dwellings. For example, raising hogs in a suburban backyard, smoking in bed, changing car oil on the front lawn, maintaining high weeds or dead tree limbs near the house during fire season, etc. etc.
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A wrecked-junk car was observed on the south side neighboring property. This is an attractive nuisance to children and a blighted condition which poses potential hazardous risks to health, safety and property values. The local code enforcement officer should be contacted to investigate and process abatement of same.
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this is the four-unit structure that sits on the corner, there use to be a very small one bedroom house that sat in the place before it was bull over and this came in its place, but when the codes were talking about off-street parking, the parking for this structure is under the building.
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garage door opener , in this inspection of the door for this garage door was kinda off , for one the sensors was off by a half of foot on one size , when the door did close , the door hit the ground and bounce back up or open without the use of the door opener or any obstruction of any kind .
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The house was built in Sherwood Park, Alberta, in residential area. House is built by code. Area is quiet and houses are built away one from another what will protect them from fire. It is far inside from road with threes in front of her witch results with from car noise and smoke
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The house is built by code when it is built by district requirements and those are lead by state and international codes. It covers whole building including constructional components; foundations, floors, walls and mechanical components; plumbing, electricity. House must be inspected from beginning and during construction
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As stated in the course literature, building code should specify the structure be sound and good condition. The attached photograph shows a failing brick foundation. As can be seen, the corner brick has completely failed and the rubble was removed. The homeowner attempted to fill the cavity with spray foam, but appeared to give up. Being the corner of the house, there is a significant amount of load from above which should be transferred through the concrete, frost wall, footing and then the soil below. In this condition, the bricks and mortar will continue to fail and the beams above will continue to sag and settle.
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Local governments dictate restrictions on how property is used via zoning ordinances. One aspect of zoning is which parts(s) of the property can be used for what. Setbacks refer to how far a permanent structure, or component, must be from the property line. Each municipality has their own set of rules which can depend on the actual zone (residential, commercial or industrial) as well as what will be installed. For instance, a 50 foot setback from the front property line, 15 foot setback from the side and a 20 foot setback from the rear property line could be one scenario. Prior to the installation of anything within the setbacks, the homeowner must make sure they are allowed to do so.
Inspection & Writing Assignment:
Being an InterNACHI certified Florida based Master home inspector I’ve seen a lot of material in and around city buildings, coffee shops and bathrooms. This is one of my most important ones that many people over look, even at work.
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What Makes You So Special?
By Nick Gromicko, Ben Gromicko, Kate Tarasenko and Jessica Langer
Being an InterNACHI certified Florida based Master home inspector I’ve Never felt special until readings this article!! Thank you goes out to Nick Gromicko, Ben Gromicko, Kate Tarasenko and Jessica Langer!!!
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Permits must be pulled to ensure work is completed in a proper and safe manner according to the local AHJ. Florida has specific minimum requirements for new roof repairs and or installations.this roof wii be inspected to ensure the work is completed properly.
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In the article on becoming a healthy home inspector,the
Oster 8 items on the checklist are a great place to start with any home inspection. Having all of the items covered in a report will help unsure our clients understand the value of a healthy home, as well as providing motivation to request annual inspections.
Inspection & Writing Assignment:
Housing code inspectors help the city he works for maintain the rules and regulations set forth by the planning commission. It is his job to ensure the safety and well being of the tenements in a house or residence by inspecting said residence
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All cities have housing codes and regulations, but all codes and regulations are not the same in every city. each municipality has a base line that they follow but may have changes that other areas may not. the goal of each municipality is always the safety and well being of its constituants
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Building codes are put in place to protect public health , safety and the general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings. The practice of developing, approving, and enforcing building codes varies considerably among nations. In the USA the ICC & IRC are used.
Inspection & Writing Assignment:
This old vacant house was damaged by fire one night. With the utilities turn off and detach now its becoming an very bad eyesore in the community and unsafe. The city’s planning, zoning & building department is now looking into demoing it before someone gets hurt.
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The property located at 152 W Locust St was inspected by George Carter for violations of the city of Newark’s Property Maintenance Code. Upon inspecting the premises, I found the kitchen to be inadequate to regularly prepare meals, due to a lack of facilities. Also the sanitation of the kitchen was deplorable, and would be unfit for human occupation under the city’s ordinance, specifically section 108.1.13 of the City of Newark’s Property Maintenance Code.
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The illustration described in this essay is from InterNachi’s Illustration Gallery title “Electrical Inspector”. From viewing the picture an inspector can learn that the service panel has many parts to check. Checking the cover and breakers is not a sufficient inspection. The dead front needs to be removed. This will enable the inspector to evaluate the wiring, and other configuration of the service panel.
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There are a number of issues with this roof system. There are sections of shingles missing in a few spots, a tree is hanging over the top of the system, there appears to be moisture damage under the eaves (likely from the gutters), and the shingles are showing signs of deterioration. A contractor should be contacted for further evaluation.
