SPS 131.32(6)(c)2.
2. Determine whether the water supply and waste disposal systems are public or private.
SPS 131.32(6)(c)3.
3. Operate automatic safety controls or sump pumps equipped with internal or water dependent switches.
SPS 131.32(6)(c)4.
4. Operate any valve except water closet flush valves, fixture faucets and hose faucets.
SPS 131.32(6)(c)5.
5. Observe water conditioning systems, fire and lawn sprinkler systems, on-site water supply quantity and quality, on-site disposal systems, foundation drainage systems, or spas.
SPS 131.32(6)(c)6.
6. Observe the interior of flues, chimneys and vents, or solar water heating systems.
SPS 131.32(6)(c)7.
7. Observe any exterior plumbing components such as water mains or swimming pools.
SPS 131.32(7)(a)(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following:
SPS 131.32(7)(a)4.
4. Amperage and voltage ratings of the service, including whether service type is overhead or underground.
SPS 131.32(7)(a)5.
5. Branch circuit conductors, their over current devices, and the compatibility of their ampacities and voltages, including any aluminum branch circuit wiring.
SPS 131.32(7)(a)6.
6. The operation of a representative number of installed lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles located inside the house, garage and any exterior walls.
SPS 131.32(7)(a)7.
7. The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within 6 feet of interior plumbing fixtures, in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures.
SPS 131.32(7)(b)
(b) A home inspector is not required to do any of the following:
SPS 131.32(7)(b)2.
2. Test or operate any over current device except ground fault circuit interrupters.
SPS 131.32(7)(b)3.
3. Dismantle any electrical device or control other than to remove the covers of the main and auxiliary distribution panels.
SPS 131.32(7)(b)4.
4. Observe low voltage systems, telephones, security systems, cable TV, intercoms, or other ancillary wiring that is not a part of the primary electrical distribution systems.
SPS 131.32(8)(a)(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following:
SPS 131.32(8)(a)5.
5. Separation walls, ceilings, and doors between a dwelling unit and an attached garage or another dwelling unit.
SPS 131.32(8)(a)6.
6. Signs of water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.
SPS 131.32(8)(b)
(b) A home inspector is not required to observe any of the following:
SPS 131.32(8)(b)1.
1. Paint, wallpaper, and other cosmetic finish treatments on the interior walls, ceilings and floors.
SPS 131.32(9)(a)(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following within a permanently installed heating system:
SPS 131.32(9)(b)
(b) A home inspector shall operate the systems using normal operating controls and open readily accessible access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance.
SPS 131.32(9)(c)
(c) A home inspector is not required to do any of the following:
SPS 131.32(9)(c)1.
1. Operate heating systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage.
SPS 131.32(9)(c)4.
4. Observe the interior of flues, fireplace insert flue connectors, humidifiers, electronic air filters, or the uniformity or adequacy of heat supply to the various rooms.
SPS 131.32(9)(c)5.
5. Observe a heat exchanger unless it is readily observable and normally accessible to an occupant of a dwelling unit.
SPS 131.32(10)(a)
(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following:
SPS 131.32(10)(b)
(b) A home inspector shall operate the systems, using normal operating controls, and open readily accessible access panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine homeowner maintenance.
SPS 131.32(10)(c)1.
1. Operate cooling systems when weather conditions or other circumstances may cause equipment damage.
SPS 131.32(10)(c)3.
3. Observe the uniformity or adequacy of cool-air supply to the various rooms.
SPS 131.32(10)(c)5.
5. Observe the pressure of the system coolant or determine the presence of leakage.
SPS 131.32(11)(a)
(a) A home inspector shall observe and describe the condition of all of the following:
SPS 131.32(11)(b)
(b) A home inspector is not required to observe any of the following:
SPS 131.32 History
History: Cr.
Register, July, 1999, No. 523, eff. 8-1-99;
CR 14-010: renum. 131.32 from SPS 134.03
Register August 2014 No. 704, eff. 9-1-14.
SPS 131.33
SPS 131.33 Contents of a home inspection report. SPS 131.33(1)(1)
After completing a home inspection, a home inspector shall submit a written report to a client that does all of the following:
SPS 131.33(1)(bm)
(bm) States the property address, the name of the home inspector who conducted the home inspection, the date of the home inspection, the names of the individuals who prepared the report, the date the report was prepared, and, if applicable, the date the report was revised.
SPS 131.33(1)(d)
(d) Describes any defect that is detected by the home inspector during his or her home inspection. A home inspector shall use the term “defect” in describing a condition in the written report required under this subsection if the home inspector believes the condition satisfies the definition of “defect” under s.
440.97 (2m), Stats.
SPS 131.33(1)(e)
(e) Lists any material adverse facts that a home inspector has knowledge of or has observed.
SPS 131.33(1)(f)
(f) A summary page that includes at least all of the following:
SPS 131.33(1)(f)1.
1. A list of conditions, labeled as defects, that are observed under par.
(d) to be defects.
SPS 131.33(1)(f)2.
2. Other than items labeled as defects, a listing of components needing repairs, components needing further evaluation, items to monitor, and maintenance items.
SPS 131.33(1)(f)3.
3. References to the page, heading, or item number in the full written report for further information.
