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I'm curious, how many people are producing reports without special software aids (e.g. using Word, LibreOffice, etc.). If you are, how big is it, and what have you done to reduce the time to write it? My http://www.robertmiller.ca/media/139 format has been constantly evolving, but looks similar to this sample. They often take many hours to write... which is expensive on me, but clients are thrilled.

Series is useful to avoid flushing previously hot water down the drain. Typically a small tank is used with a 70% usable capacity equivalent to the volume of the pipe between the primary tank and the tank at the fixture.

Anchor bolts also allow the floor diaphragm to support the foundation wall. Hurricanes and earthquakes may be fast, but freeze/thaw and hydrostatic forces can still ruin a building.

Thing's are a little different in Canada... What is the text of the legislation that calls for ASTM F 1637? I assume it defines the application of building codes by construction date, and may optionally apply to older buildings, depending on the extent of a renovation. Lets say a particular building code does apply. What is the text of the code? Does it call for walkways to meet ASTM for residential buildings? ...for other than principal entrances? All of the above notwithstanding, the Standard Practice for Safe Walking Surfaces calls for changes of level greater than 1/2 in. (12 mm) shall be transitioned by means of a ramp or stairway that complies with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, or ordinances, or all of these. The National Building Code of Canada specifies a minimum rise of 125 mm (~5") for residential stairs. However: The 3' area sounds like a landing which cannot be shorter than the width of the stairs, or 860 mm (~34"). If this stair is inside the porch, the minimum risers is 3 Perhaps your codes are similar. Your description sounds like a good application for a 1:12 ramp, about 5 degrees, to replace that first 6' section. Are Americans applying building codes to home inspections (not new construction inspections)? I would consider this informational only... at best, useful if a client were considering renovations.

Great answers, thank you.

Does anyone know if E&O insurance covers losses by other users of inspection reports other than the client? ...which leads to the next question, has anyone encountered issues allowing pre-sale reports to be distributed to potential buyers (i.e. can buyers sue for losses). Thanks

Hello everyone, I have been following discussions here and decided to share my favourite flashlight, the Nitecore TM-15. About the size of a soda can, it has several output levels with the maximum being about 3 or 4x as powerful as a single car headlight (2500 lumens vs 900). The 4-18650 batteries can be recharged right in the flashlight, and you can even install 8-CR123 batteries (if you can afford that). I especially like that it is fat enough to easily tail stand and can light an entire room. As a bonus, you can easily light the entire side of most houses. This thing could probably pass for search and rescue. Enjoy! P.S. http://goinggear.com/nitecore-tm15-2450-lumen-triple-xm-l-led-flashlight-1.html sold mine. Great service.