Standards of Practice

I follow the Washington State Home Inspector Standards of Practice (WAC 308-408C) and InterNACHI’s Standards of Practice.

What That Means for You

The standards set the minimum a licensed Washington home inspector must inspect and report on. They cover the home’s readily accessible systems and components, including:

Roof covering, gutters, flashing and chimneys
Exterior siding, trim, windows, doors, decks and grading
Foundation, crawlspace, basement and visible structure
Electrical service, panels, wiring and safety devices
Plumbing supply and drain lines, fixtures and the water heater
Heating and cooling equipment
Attic, insulation and ventilation
Interior walls, ceilings, floors, stairs and built-in appliances

What the Standards Don’t Cover

A home inspection is visual and non-invasive. I don’t open walls, move furniture or stored items, or test for things like mold, radon or asbestos. Areas that are hidden or not safely accessible are noted in the report.

Going Beyond the Minimum

Where it helps, I go further than the standards require, using a thermal camera to help find hidden moisture, a drone to inspect roofs that can’t be walked safely, and an optional sewer scope for the main sewer line.