WAC 308-408C-140

The inspection of the interior includes the walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors; steps, stairways, balconies and railings.

(1) The inspector will:

(a) Verify

That steps, handrails, guardrails, stairways and landings are installed wherever necessary and report when they are missing or in need of repair and report when guard spacing exceeds four inches or 4-3/8 inches on stairs.

(b) Report

(i) The overall general condition of cabinets and countertops.

(ii) Caulking and grout at kitchen and bathroom counters.

(iii) The interior walls, ceilings, and floors for indicators of concealed structural deficiencies, water infiltration or major damage.

(iv) The condition and operation of all readily accessible windows and doors.

(v) On the absence of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

(vi) On the absence of any emergency escape egress or the inability to access to test.

(vii) On the absence of any safety glass where potential hazards may exist.

(c) Describe any noncosmetic deficiencies of these systems or components.

(2) The inspector is not required to:

(a) Report on cosmetic conditions related to the condition of interior components.

(b) Verify whether all walls, floors, ceilings, doorways, cabinets and window openings are square, straight, level or plumb.