Windows & Doors Inspection Guide
This guide for the House of Horrors® in Boulder, Colorado, is currently being produced for self-guided tours.
The guide is based on and refers to the most recent International Residential Code (IRC), which can be found online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/public/collections/I-Codes.
STANDARDS OF PRACTICE
The International Standards of Practice for inspecting the Doors, Windows, & Interior is located at www.nachi.org/sop.
Observation
Top mounting nail flange should be secured to the window header.
Observation
Jack stud next to the window is cracked, does not reach the header to provide support and is not installed flush with the king stud.
Observation
Window is installed in the Fireplace chase.
Observation
Top mounting nail flange should be secured to the window header.
Observation
Window screen is not installed in the track.
Observation
Exterior entry door is missing the header (above the door), cripple studs (above the missing header), King stud (on one side).
See image below for correct exterior door framing method.
Observation
Jamb is separated at the top corner.
Observation
Jack stud missing on the left side of the door.
Observation
Window framing is missing the king stud (on one side).
Observation
Window frame is missing the jack stud (on one side). Corner metal bracket is not an acceptable replacement of the Jack stud.
Observation
Exterior door is not fully inserted and secured in the rough opening.
Observation
Brick molding on the door is separating at the top left hand corner.
Observation
Window caulking is missing.
Observation
Backer rod and Sealant is missing between the stone and window.