All inspections are performed in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the Minnesota Society of Housing Inspectors. The inspection report contains information about the readily accessible areas of the property and covers the following items:

Exterior

• Grading, drainage, walkways, driveways, siding, decks, steps, porches, patios, roof coverings, chimneys, and garages.

Interior

• Walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows and stairways.

Structure

• From the foundation to the roof.

Plumbing

• Interior water supply, water heaters, and waste disposal systems.

Heating and Cooling Systems

• Central heating and cooling systems and distribution, including exhaust systems.

Electrical

• Interior and exterior electrical wiring and fixtures. All panel boxes.

Insulation and Ventilation

• Attic areas.