In the June issue of the Reporter we launched this series looking at what I call code conundrums. While code interpretations and commenting on building codes are beyond the purview of the home inspector during an inspection, there are many instances where some background knowledge of the codes can be helpful. Here we explore some of the issues that arise during inspections, how they are related to the building code, and why sometimes the code and best practices are not aligned. Examples Furnaces and Air Handlers in Attics. Pre-purchase home inspections were performed recently on a ...
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