Property Red Flags: Building Systems, Safety, and Inspection Reporting

Recognize observable exterior and roof conditions, describe their significance, and select a defensible next action without claiming concealed causation.

1. 1Grading, drainage and water management20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
2. 2Exterior cladding, openings and attachments20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
3. 3Roof coverings, flashing and access limitations20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen

Identify visible movement and moisture indicators while respecting the boundary between inspection observations and engineering diagnosis.

1. 1Foundation movement and load-path indicators20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
2. 2Moisture, ventilation and concealed-condition limits20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
3. 3Interior safety and functional observations20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen

Recognize visible high-risk system conditions, apply safe inspection boundaries, and make qualified referrals without overstatement.

1. 1Electrical service and branch-circuit hazards20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
2. 2Plumbing supply, drainage and water-heating risks20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
3. 3HVAC operation, combustion and venting20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen

Produce concise, defensible narratives; disclose scope limitations; manage conflicts; and preserve completion and inspection evidence.

1. 1Condition-impact-recommendation reporting20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
2. 2Scope, limitations and specialist referrals20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen
3. 3Ethics, conflicts and defensible records20 minutes · instruction and required field responseOpen