Complete Guide to Home Inspection

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complete guide to

home inspection

roger c. robinson & michael litchfield


CONTENTS

I N T RO D U C T I O N

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CH A P TE R 1

The Walk-Around  17 CH A P TE R 2

Exteriors  29 CH A P TE R 3

Inspecting a Roof  52 CH A P TE R 4

Attics  76 CH A P TE R 5

Foundations, Basements, and Crawl Spaces  89 CH A P TE R 6

Electrical Systems  116 CH A P TE R 7

Plumbing  149

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E N V I RON M E N TA L CONC E R NS


CH A P TE R 8

Heating and Cooling Systems  177 CH A P TE R 9

Chimneys and Fireplaces  207 CH A P TE R 1 0

Interiors  220 CH A P TE R 11

Doors and Windows  237 CH A P TE R 1 2

Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Laundry  254 CH A P TE R 13

Attached Structures  280 CH A P TE R 14

Environmental Concerns  300 PH O T O C R E D I T S   I NDEX

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