Home Inspections performed in accordance to the Arkansas Standards of Practice are intended to provide the client with objective information regarding the condition of the systems and components of the home as inspected at the time of the home inspection.
Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Arkansas Registered Home Inspectors can be found at: http://www.ahib.org/pdfs/standards.pdf
STRUCTURAL SYSTEM
- Foundation
- Floor Structure
- Wall Structure
- Columns
- Ceiling Structure
- Roof Structure
EXTERIOR
- Exterior Wall Covering
- Flashing & Trim
- Exterior Doors & Windows
- Decks, Balconies, Porches, Steps & Railings
- Eaves, Soffits & Fascias
- Grading, Surface Drainage & Retaining Walls
- Walkways, Patios & Driveways
ROOF SYSTEM
- Roof Covering
- Roof Drainage Systems
- Roof Flashings
- Skylights, Chimneys & Roof Penetrations
PLUMBING SYSTEM
- Interior Water Supply & Distribution Systems
- Piping Materials, Supports & Insulation
- Functional Flow & Leaks
- Fixtures & Faucets
- Drain, Waste & Vent Systems
- Water Heating Equipment
- Normal Operating Controls
- Automatic Safety Controls
- Vent Systems, Flues & Chimneys
- Fuel Storage & Fuel Distribution Systems
FIREPLACES &
SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES
- System Components
- Vent Systems
- Chimneys
- Proper Clearances
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Electrical Service Drop
- Service Entrance Conductors, Cables &
Raceways - Amperage & Voltage Rating
- Service Equipment & Main Disconnects
- Service Grounding
- Interior Components of Service Panels &
Sub Panels - Conductors
- Overcurrent Protection Devices
- Lighting Fixtures, Switches & Receptacles
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
HEATING SYSTEM
- Installed Heating Equipment
- Normal Operating Controls
- Automatic Safety Controls
- Main Fuel Shut Off
- Distribution System
- Vent Systems, Flues & Chimneys
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS
- Installed Central Cooling Equipment
- Normal Operating Controls
- Refrigerant Lines
- Main Power Shut Off
- Distribution System
INTERIOR
- Walls, Ceilings & Floors
- Steps, Stairways & Railings
- Countertops & Cabinets
- Doors & Windows
- Garage Doors & Openers
INSULATION & VENTILATION
- Insulation & Vapor Retarders in Unfinished
Spaces - Attic & Foundation Insulation
- Mechanical Ventilation Systems