Sec. 197-5.6. Exterior

(a) Home inspectors shall observe and report on:

(1) all exterior walls and coverings, flashing and trim;

(2) all exterior doors including garage doors and operators;

(3) all attached or adjacent decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches and railings;

(4) all eaves, soffits and fascias where accessible from the ground level;

(5) all adjacent walkways, patios and driveways on the subject property;

(6) the condition of a representative number of windows.

(b) Home inspectors are not required to observe and report on the following:

(1) screening, shutters, awnings and other seasonal accessories;

(2) fences;

(3) geological and/or soil conditions;

(4) recreational facilities;

(5) out-buildings other than garages and carports;

(6) tennis courts, jetted tubs, hot tubs, swimming pools, saunas and similar structures that would require specialized knowledge or test equipment;

(7) erosion control and earth stabilization measures;

(8) the operation of security locks, devices or systems;

(9) the presence of safety-type glass or the integrity of thermal window seals or damaged glass.