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Chapter 3. Standards of Practice
§301.Minimum Standards
A.This Chapter sets forth the minimum Standards ofPractice required of licensed home inspectors.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2745 (December 2000).
§303.Definitions
A.The definitions in §109 of this Part are incorporatedinto this Chapter by reference. The following definitions apply to this Chapter.
Alarm System⎯warning devices, whether installed or free standing, including but not limited to, carbon monoxide detectors, flue gas and other spillage detectors, security equipment, ejector pumps and smoke alarms.
Automatic Safety Control⎯devices designed and installed to protect systems and components from unsafe conditions.
Client⎯the person with whom a licensed home inspector contracts to perform a home inspection, whether individually or through that person’s agent.
Component⎯a readily accessible and observable aspect of a system, such as a floor or wall, but not individual pieces such as boards or nails or where many similar pieces make up a component.
Cooling System⎯a central system that uses ducts to distribute cooled air to more than one room or uses pipes to distribute chilled water to heat exchangers in more than one room, which system is not plugged into an electrical convenience outlet.
Cross Connection⎯any physical connection or arrangement between potable water and any source of contamination.
Dangerous or Adverse Situations⎯situations that pose a threat of injury to the inspector, or those situations that require the use of special protective clothing or safety equipment.
Deficient—a condition of a system or component that, in the inspector’s professional opinion, may be in need of repair.
Describe⎯to report, in writing, a system or component by its type, or other observed characteristics, to distinguish it from other systems or components.
Dismantle⎯to take apart or remove any component, device or piece of equipment that is bolted, screwed, or fastened by other means that would not be taken apart by a homeowner in the course of normal household maintenance.
Enter⎯to go into an area to observe all visible components.
Functional Drainage⎯a drain which empties in a reasonable amount of time and does not overflow when another fixture is drained simultaneously.
Functional Flow⎯a reasonable flow at the highest fixture in a dwelling when another fixture is operated simultaneously.
Functioning⎯performing as expected and in accordance with its intended design and purpose.
Further Evaluation⎯examination and analysis by a qualified professional or service technician whose services and qualifications exceed those possessed by a home inspector.
Heating System⎯a central system that uses ducts to distribute heated air to more than one room which system is not plugged into an electrical convenience outlet.
Home Inspection⎯the process by which a Home Inspector visually examines the readily accessible systems Title 46
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and components of a home and describes those systems and components in accordance with the Standards of Practice.
Home Inspection Report⎯a written evaluation of two or more of the following systems of a resale residential building:
a.electrical system;
b.exterior system;
c.interior system;
d.heating and cooling systems;
e.plumbing system;
f.roofing system;
g.structural system;
h.insulation and ventilation system;
i.appliance system; or
j.any other related residential housing system asdefined in the standards of practice prescribed by the board.
Home Inspector⎯any person licensed under these rules who holds himself out to the general public and engages in the business of performing home inspections on resale residential buildings for compensation and who examines any component of a building, through visual means and through normal user controls, without the use of mathematical sciences.
Inaccessible⎯unable to open with the use of Standard Inspection Tools or hidden from visual inspection by furniture, stored items, wall or floor coverings or other obstructions.
Inspect⎯to examine readily accessible systems and components of a building in accordance with the Standards of Practice, using normal operating controls and opening readily openable access panels.
Installed⎯attached such that removal requires tools.
LHI⎯an acronym for Licensed Home Inspector.
Lead Inspector—licensee responsible for being in compliance with board requirements when multiple licensed home inspectors perform on an inspection.
Method of Access⎯a means by which the inspector gains entry, ingress and/or a visual advantage.
Normal Operating Controls⎯devices such as thermostats, switches, or valves intended to be operated by the homeowner.
Normal Operating Cycle⎯the standard period during which a system or component operates by the use of Normal Operating Controls
Observe⎯the act of making a visual examination.
On-Site Water Supply Quality⎯water quality based on the bacterial, chemical, mineral and solids contents of the water.
On-Site Water Supply Quantity⎯water quantity based on the rate of flow of water.
Operate⎯to cause systems or equipment to function.
Recreational Facilities⎯spas, saunas steam baths, swimming pools, tennis courts, and exercise, entertainment, athletic, playground or other equipment and associated accessories.
Readily Accessible⎯available for visual inspection without requiring the moving of personal property, the dismantling, disconnecting, unplugging or destroying of equipment, or any action which may involve a risk to persons or property.
Readily Openable Access Panel⎯a panel provided for homeowner inspection and maintenance that is within normal reach, can be removed by one person, is not sealed in place and is not blocked by stored items, furniture, or building components.
Representative Number⎯for multiple identical interior components such as windows and electrical outlets – one such component per room.
Roof Drainage Components⎯gutters, downspouts, leaders, splash blocks, scuppers, and similar components used to carry water off a roof and away from a building.
Serviceable—a state in which the system or component is functioning as intended.
Shut Down⎯a state in which a system or component cannot be operated by normal user controls.
Significantly Deficient⎯a condition that, in the inspector’s professional opinion, adversely and materially affects the performance of a system or component.
Solid Fuel Heating Device⎯any wood, coal, or other similar organic fuel burning device, including but not limited to fireplaces whether masonry or factory built, fireplace inserts and stoves, wood stoves central furnaces, and combinations of these devices.
Specialized Tools⎯diagnostic devices and other equipment, including but not limited to, thermal imaging devices, gas leak detection equipment, environmental testing equipment, elevation determination devices and ladders capable of reaching surfaces over one story above the ground.
Standard Inspection Tools⎯a flashlight, outlet tester, ladder and appropriate screwdriver.
Structural Component⎯a component that supports non-variable forces or weights (dead loads) and variable forces or weights (live loads).
System⎯a combination of interactive or interdependent components assembled to carry out one or more functions.
Technically Exhaustive⎯an inspection involving the extensive use of measurements, instruments, testing,
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calculations, or other means used to develop scientific or engineering findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Under Floor Crawl Space⎯the area within the confines of the foundation between the ground and the underside of the lowest floor structural component.
Unsafe⎯a condition of a readily accessible, installed system or component which, in the opinion of the inspector, is judged to be a significant risk of personal injury or property damage during normal use or under the circumstances.
Visually Observable Evidence of Suspected Mold Growth⎯visually observable discoloration of the interior components within the climate controlled living space apparently occurring from moisture that may be indicative of mold or microbial growth which is visually observable, without employing moisture, environmental or other testing methods.
Wiring Methods⎯manner or general type of electrical conductors or wires installed in the structure such as non-metallic sheath cable, armored cable, knob and tube, etc.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2745 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1689 (August 2004), LR 36:2861 (December 2010), LR 38:2532 (October 2012), LR 41:922 (May 2015), LR 41:1487 (August 2015), LR 43:1912 (October 2017).
§305.Purpose and Scope
A.The purpose of these Standards of Practice is toestablish a minimum and uniform standard for Louisiana state licensed home inspectors. Home inspections performed pursuant to these Standards of Practice are intended to provide the client with information regarding the condition of the systems and components of the home as observed at the time of inspection.
B.Home inspectors shall:
1.provide the client with a written pre-inspectioncontract, whenever possible, which shall:
a.state that the home inspection is to be done inaccordance with the Standards of Practice of the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors;
b.describe what inspection services will beprovided and their cost;
c.state that the inspection is limited to only thosesystems or components, as set forth in these Standards of Practice, as agreed upon by the client and the inspector or as expressly excluded in writing;
d.contain copies of the Standards of Practice andCode of Ethics; and
e.state the name and license number, and containthe signature of the licensed home inspector, lead inspector, and/or qualifying licensee performing the inspection.
2.inspect readily accessible installed systems andcomponents listed in this Chapter and/or as contractually agreed upon;
3.submit a written report to the client within five daysof the inspection which shall:
a.describe those systems specified to be describedin §§311-329, and/or as contractually agreed upon;
b.state which systems designated for inspection inthis Section have been inspected, and state any systems or components designated for inspection that were not inspected, and the reason for not inspecting;
c.state any systems or components so inspectedthat, in the professional opinion of the inspector, are significantly deficient, unsafe or non-functioning; and
d.state the name, license number, and contain thesignature of all licensed home inspectors conducting the inspection and identify the lead inspector or the qualifying licensee performing the inspection.
C.This Chapter does not limit home inspectors from:
1.reporting observations and conditions or renderingopinions of items in addition to those required in Subsection B of this rule;
2.excluding systems and components from theinspection, if requested by the client and so stated in the written contract;
3.inspecting systems and components in addition tothose required by these Standards of Practice; or
4.specifying needed repairs, provided that theinspector is appropriately qualified to make such recommendation.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2746 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1690 (August 2004), LR 38:2532 (October 2012), LR 43:1912 (October 2017), LR 48:2289 (September 2022)
§307.General Limitations
A.Home inspections done in accordance with thisChapter are visual and are not technically exhaustive.
B.This Chapter applies only to residential resalebuildings.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2746 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 41:922 (May 2015), LR 43:314 (February 2017).
§309.General Exclusions
A.Home inspectors are not required to inspect or reporton:
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1.life expectancy of any component or system;
2.the causes of any condition or deficiency;
3.the methods, materials, and costs of corrections;
4.the suitability of the property for any specializeduse;
5.compliance or non-compliance with codes,ordinances, statutes, regulatory requirements, special utility, insurance or restrictions;
6.any component or system that was not inspectedand so stated in the home inspection report or pre-inspection agreement.
7.the presence or absence of any suspected or actualadverse environmental condition or hazardous substance, including but not limited to asbestos, radon lead, mold, contaminated drywall or building components, carcinogens, noise, or contaminants, whether in the building or in soil, water, or air; however, if during the course of inspecting the systems and components of the building in accordance with the law and these rules, the home inspector discovers visually observable evidence of suspected mold or microbial growth, he shall report it;
8.decorative or cosmetic items, underground items, oritems not permanently installed;
9.hidden, concealed or latent defects;
10.items not visible for inspection including thecondition of systems or components which are not readily accessible; or
11.future conditions, including but not limited to, thelikelihood of failure or the expected life of systems and components.
B.Home inspectors are not required to:
1.offer warranties or guarantees of any kind;
2.calculate or determine the strength, adequacy, orefficiency of any system or component;
3.enter the under-floor crawl spaces, attics, or anyarea which, in the opinion of the home inspector, is not readily accessible;
4.operate any system or component that is shut downor otherwise inoperable;
5.operate any system or component that does notrespond to normal operating controls;
6.disturb or move insulation, personal items, panels,furniture, equipment, soil, snow, ice, plant life, debris or other items that may obstruct access or visibility;
7.determine the effectiveness of any system installedto control or remove suspected hazardous substances;
8.project operating costs of components;
9.evaluate acoustical characteristics of any system orcomponent;
10.inspect special equipment or accessories that arenot listed as components to be inspected in this Chapter;
11.operate shut-off valves;
12.inspect detached structures, other than garages andcarports;
13.inspect common elements or areas in multi-unithousing, such as condominium properties or cooperative housing;
14.dismantle any system or component, except asspecifically required by these standards of practice; or
15.perform air or water intrusion tests or other testsupon roofs, windows, doors or other components of the structure to determine its resistance to air or water penetration.
C.Home inspectors shall not:
1.offer or perform any act or service contrary to law;
2.report on the market value of the property or itsmarketability;
3.report on the advisability or inadvisability ofpurchase of the property;
4.report on any component or system that was notinspected;
5.report on the presence or absence of pests such aswood damaging organisms, rodents or insects; however the home inspector may advise the client of damages to the building and recommend further inspection by a licensed wood destroying insect inspector;
6.advertise or solicit to perform or perform repairservices on any system or component of the home inspected or any other type of service on the home inspected from the time of the inspection until the date of the act of sale of the home.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475 and R.S. 37:1478.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2746 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1690 (August 2004), LR 36:2862 (December 2010), LR 38:2532 (October 2012), LR 41:922 (May 2015), repromulgated LR 41:2339 (November 2015), LR 43:314 (February 2017), LR 43:1913 (October 2017).
§311.Structural Systems
A.The home inspector shall inspect structuralcomponents including:
1.foundation;
2.framing;
3.columns; and
4.piers.
B.The home inspector shall describe the type of:
1.foundation;
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2.floor structure;
3.wall structure;
4.columns;
5.piers;
6.ceiling structure; and
7.roof structure.
C.The home inspector shall:
- probe structural components only where deterioration is visible, except where probing would damage any surface;
2.enter readily accessible under floor crawl spaces,basements, and attic spaces and, if applicable, report the reason why an area was not readily accessible;
3.report the methods used to inspect or access underfloor crawl spaces and attics; and
4.report signs of abnormal or harmful waterpenetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2747 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1690 (August 2004), LR 41:923 (May 2015).
§313.Exterior System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.wall cladding, flashings and trim;
2.all doors, including garage doors and storm doors;
3.all readily accessible windows;
4.decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches, andapplicable railings;
5.eaves, soffits, and fascias where visible from theground level; and
6.vegetation, grading, drainage, driveways, patios,walkways, and retaining walls with respect to their effect on the condition of the building.
B.The home inspector shall:
1.describe wall cladding materials;
2.operate all entryway doors;
3.operate garage doors and test the electronic safetybeam reverse feature by interrupting the electronic beam (if present); and
4.report whether or not the garage door operator isequipped with a pressure sensitive safety reverse feature and whether that feature was tested.
C.The home inspector is not required to inspect:
1.shutters, awnings, and similar seasonal accessories;
2.fences;
3.presence of safety glazing in doors and windows;
4.garage door operator remote control transmitters;
5.geological conditions;
6.soil conditions;
7.recreational facilities;
8.detached buildings or structures other than garagesand carports;
9.the presence or condition of buried fuel storagetanks;
10.sea walls, break walls or docks;
11.erosion control and earth stabilization measures; or
12.garage door operator pressure sensitive reversefailure devices.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2747 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1691 (August 2004), LR 36:2862 (December 2010), LR 38:2532 (October 2012), LR 41:923 (May 2015).
§315.Roofing System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.roof coverings;
2.roof drainage components;
3.flashings;
4.skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations; and
5.signs of leaks or abnormal condensation onbuilding components.
B.The home inspector shall:
1.describe the type of roof covering materials; and
2.report the methods used to inspect the roofingsystem and any limitations.
C.The home inspector is not required to:
1.walk on the roofing;
2.inspect interiors of flues or chimneys which are notreadily accessible;
3.inspect attached accessories including but notlimited to solar systems, antennae, and lightening arrestors; or
4.disturb or lift roofing materials, jacks or flashing.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home inspectors, LR 26:2747
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(December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1691 (August 2004), LR 36:2862 (December 2010), LR 38:2532 (October 2012), LR 41:923 (May 2015).
§317.Plumbing System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.water supply and distribution systems, including:
a.piping materials, supports, insulation;
b.fixtures and faucets;
c.functional flow;
d.visible leaks; and
e.cross connections;
2.interior drain, waste and vent system, including:traps, drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks, and functional drainage;
3.hot water systems including: water heatingequipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls; and chimneys, flues and vents;
4.fuel storage and distribution systems includinginterior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, and supports; leaks; and
5.sump pumps, drainage sumps, and related piping.
B.The home inspector shall describe:
1.water supply and distribution piping materials;
2.drain, waste and vent piping materials;
3.water heating equipment;
4.location of main water supply shutoff device; and
5.the location of main gas supply shutoff device.
C.The home inspector shall operate all plumbing andplumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance or winterized equipment.
D.The home inspector is not required to:
1.determine the effectiveness of anti-siphon devices;
2.determine whether water supply and waste disposalsystems are public or private;
3.operate automatic safety controls;
4.operate any valve except water closet flush valves,fixture faucets, and hose faucets;
5.determine whether the system is properly sized orutilizes proper materials;
6.inspect:
a.water conditioning systems;
b.fire and lawn sprinkler systems;
c.on-site water supply quantity and quality;
d.on-site waste disposal systems;
e.foundation irrigation systems;
f.spas;
g.swimming pools;
h.solar water heating equipment; or
i.wells, well pumps, or water storage relatedequipment.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home inspectors, LR 26:2747 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1691 (August 2004), LR 41:923 (May 2015).
§319.Electrical System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.service drop and entrance conductors cables andraceways;
2.service equipment, main disconnect device, mainand sub-panels, interior panel components, and service grounding;
3.branch circuit conductors, their overcurrent devices,and their compatibility;
4.the operation of a representative number ofinstalled ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles;
5.the polarity and grounding of all receptacles tested;and
6.test ground fault circuit interrupters and arc faultcircuit interrupters, unless, in the opinion of the inspector, such testing is likely to cause damage to any installed items or components of the home or interrupt service to an electrical device or equipment located in or around the home.
B.The home inspector shall describe:
1.service amperage and voltage;
2.wiring methods employed; and
3.the location of main and distribution panels.
C.The home inspector shall report any observed solidconductor aluminum branch circuit wiring for 120 volt circuits.
D.The home inspector shall report on the presence orabsence of smoke detectors.
E.The home inspector is not required to:
1.insert any tool, probe, or testing device inside thepanels;
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2.test or operate any overcurrent device exceptground fault circuit interrupters and arc fault circuit interrupters in accordance with §319.A.6;
3.dismantle any electrical device or control other thanto remove the dead front covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels; or
4.inspect or test:
a.low voltage systems;
b.central security systems, including but notlimited to heat detectors, motion detectors, control pads, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors or any associated devices;
c.telephone, security, cable TV, intercoms, or otherancillary wiring that is not part of the primary electrical distribution system; or
d.remote controlled device unless the device is theonly control device; or
5.measure amperage, voltage or impedance.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home inspectors, LR 26:2748 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1691 (August 2004), LR 36:2863 (December 2010), LR 38:2533 (October 2012), LR 41:923 (May 2015), LR 43:1913 (October 2017).
§321.Air Conditioning and Heating System
A.The home inspector shall inspect permanentlyinstalled heating and cooling systems including:
1.heating, cooling and air handling equipmentinstalled through the wall;
2.normal operating controls;
3.chimneys, flues, and vents, where readilyaccessible;
4.solid fuel heating devices, including fireplaces;
5.air distribution systems including fans, pumps,ducts and piping, with associated supports, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units, convectors; and
6.the presence of an installed heat and/or coolingsource in each habitable room.
B.The home inspector shall describe:
1.energy sources; and
2.the heating and cooling methods by theirdistinguishing characteristics.
C.The home inspector shall operate the systems usingnormal operating controls.
D.The home inspector shall open readily openableaccess panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance.
E.The home inspector is not required to:
1.operate heating systems when weather conditionsor other circumstances may cause equipment damage;
2.operate automatic safety controls;
3.inspect or operate air duct dampers; or
4.inspect:
a.heat exchangers;
b.humidifiers;
c.dehumidifiers;
d.electronic air filters;
e.the uniformity, adequacy or balance of heat orcooling supply to habitable rooms;
f.solar space heating systems;
g.components of solid fuel heating devices, such asfire screens and doors, seals and gaskets, automatic fuel feed devices, mantles and fireplace surrounds, combustion make-up air devices, heat distribution assists, whether gravity-controlled or fan-assisted; or
h.ignite or extinguish fires, determine draftcharacteristics, or move fireplace inserts, stoves or fireboxes.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home inspectors, LR 26:2748 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1692 (August 2004), LR 36:2863 (December 2010), repromulgated LR 38:2533 (October 2012), amended LR 41:923 (May 2015), LR 43:314 (February 2017).
§325.Interior System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.walls, ceiling, and floors;
2.steps, stairways, balconies, and railings;
3.countertops and a representative number of cabinetsand drawers;
4.all doors; and
5.all readily accessible windows.
B.The home inspector shall:
1.operate a representative number of windows andinterior doors;
2.report signs of abnormal or harmful waterpenetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components;
3.report the presence of suspected mold or microbialgrowth if, during the course of inspecting the systems and components of the structure in accordance with the home inspector licensing law and these rules, the licensed home inspector discovers visually observable evidence of suspected mold or microbial growth.
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C.The home inspector is not required to inspect:
1.paint, wallpaper, and other finish treatments on theinterior walls, ceilings, and floors;
2.carpeting;
3.draperies, blinds, or other window treatments; or
4.interior recreational facilities.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2749 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1692 (August 2004), LR 37:2406 (August 2011), LR 38:2533 (October 2012), LR 41:923 (May 2015).
§327.Insulation and Ventilation System
A.The home inspector shall inspect:
1.insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces;
2.ventilation of attics and foundation areas;
3.kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting system; and
4.the operation of any readily accessible atticventilation fan, and, when temperature permits, the operation of any readily accessible thermostatic control.
B.The home inspector shall describe:
1.insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces;and
2.absence of insulation in unfinished space atconditioned surfaces.
C.The home inspector is not required to report on:
1.concealed insulation and vapor retarders; or
2.venting equipment that is integral with householdappliances.
D.The home inspector is not required to:
1.disturb insulation or vapor retarders; or
2.determine indoor air quality.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475.
HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2749 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1692 (August 2004).
§329.Built-In Kitchen Appliances
A.The home inspector shall inspect and operate thebasic functions of the following appliances:
1.permanently installed dishwasher; through itsnormal cycle;
2.range, cook top, and permanently installed oven;
3.trash compactor;
4.garbage disposal;
5.ventilation equipment or range hood;
6.permanently installed microwave oven; and
7.any other built-in appliance.
B.The home inspector is not required to inspect:
1.clocks, timers, self-cleaning oven function, orthermostats for calibration or automatic operation;
2.non built-in appliances such as clothes washers anddryers;
3.refrigeration units such as freezers, refrigeratorsand ice makers; or
4.central vacuum system.
C.The home inspector is not required to operate:
1.appliances in use; or
2.any appliance that is shut down or otherwise
inoperable. AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1475. HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Economic Development, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 26:2749 (December 2000), amended by the Office of the Governor, Board of Home Inspectors, LR 30:1692 (August 2004), LR 41:923 (May 2015).