Covering material, limited access: The deck cannot be properly inspected because a covering material (e.g., carpet, rug or other material) prevents unobstructed access. Therefore, the inspection is limited.
Low clearance above grade no access: The deck cannot be properly inspected because its low clearance above the grade prevents unobstructed access. Therefore, the inspection is limited.
Covering material, limited access: The balcony cannot be properly inspected because a covering material (e.g., carpet, rug or other material) prevents unobstructed access. Therefore, the inspection is limited.
Deck near/at end useful life, budget for replacement: The deck is near or at the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the deck.
Deck past end useful life, budget for replacement: The deck is past the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the deck.
Balcony near/at end useful life, budget for replacement: The balcony is near or at the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the balcony.
Balcony past end useful life, budget for replacement: The balcony is past the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the balcony.
Deck level with floor of house, no evidence of water, risk of water: The deck is level with the floor of the house. Although there is no visible evidence of water penetration, the configuration may permit wind-driven rain to enter the interior. The deck and/or entry doorway may need to be modified to prevent water penetration.
Wood decks require periodic maintenance: Wood decks, even if constructed of pressure-treated wood framing, require periodic maintenance. Wood decks generally need preservative applications regularly. If water does not bead on the deck, treat the deck with products that protect the wood from UV rays and water absorption.
Balcony level with floor of house, no evidence of water, risk of water: The balcony is level with the floor of the house. Although there is no visible evidence of water penetration, the configuration may permit wind-driven rain to enter the interior. The balcony and/or entry doorway may need to be modified to prevent water penetration.
Baluster spacing wider than acceptable by current safety standards, consider modifying: Baluster spacing is wider than is acceptable by current safety standards. Wider baluster spacing may have been permitted by the local building authority at the time of construction. Consider hiring a contractor to modify the balusters to conform to current industry standards.