Not exactly.
A defect is a condition of an already present house system that prevents it from operating properly or perform its intended function.
An upgrade is a new or supplemental addition that improves the original function or value of a system or adds a new feature.
Ironically, Code is simply the Opinions that a bunch of Control Freaks that are legally mandated as requirements for constructing something… based on their OPINIONS of how something should be! What makes their opinions more correct than ours??
Not for you, because you got 'nuthin!!
Yup, and thats how I do it Ryan also.
He just told you! A guard rail for a porch or deck lower than the 30" IRC minimum standard. A higher standard to accomodate an aging occupant. ADA standards are higher standards to meet the special needs of a specific population.
Brian, Great response and info! Those are all things I’ve recommended in the past. I typically word it in a way as is “May not be standard practice” or something.
Doing great! So using your best judgement basically? That makes sense, and of course it varies by region. We have a local inspection company, pretty large, and I regularly read their reports and it opens up a lot of holes in my own writing, but also, makes me wonder how any client could possibly read one of their reports.
It is smoke and mirrors intended to cover up the lack of substance, IMO.
I think some of the larger companies that have been around awhile probably haven’t gone back through their reports to slim them down and get rid of the redundant crap. Stuff has been added over the years but never subtracted.
The other consideration is that the larger companies are more likely to have more “protective” verbiage as they likely have more to loose (deeper pockets).
If it’s a potential safety item like GFCI’s of course.
Timers or humidity controllers for fans seem over the line to me. It’s a lot of expense for only a minor benefit. There is no safety problem. And fans aren’t even required if a window can be opened around here.
And living in Southern CA, frost-proof isn’t a problem. Heck, we keep our water heaters and main water shut off outside around here.
We’re much more concerned with earthquake straps and shut-offs than frost.
Location makes a difference.
I’d be curious to know if GFCIs saved many lives, same with tamper proof outlets. I note the lack of GFCI. If you remodel kitchen or baths they should be brought up to CODE. Never felt the need to recommend them, Just something for the agent to shoot down.
In Ohio, I would use the 2019 RCO. What does your state use?
It sure does.
I use my SoP. I am not authorized to perform code inspections and in my state home inspectors are not regulated. To answer your none relevant question, my state is using IRC 2018 with GA amendments.
So, you have the same limitations as Ohio home inspectors. Or visa versa.
You are allowed to report on function but not code. Same in Ohio.
Our disagreement IS what is citing code?
Nope…you apparently have a short attention span.
I disagree and cited the reason why…then you went to some random not relevant BS.
Brandon received good advice from everyone with the exception of the one person who is not performing home inspections. You say you are here to help people stay in their lane…well, follow your own advice for once!
according to this article, 200 people die every year just in the US. I include this link in my recommendation for GFCI
How GFCI Receptacles Keep You Safe - This Old House
You stuck your nose into the discussion between Brandon and me.
Sounds like he was asking for opinions. I gave mine. I don’t comment when you give an opinion unless you mention me by name. What a vitriol bunch.