Thanks Jeff - I'm open to other opinions & methods. I agree with you in a way. But I think this largely a case of semantics. I learned to say - recommend further evaluation by a licensed (whatever the trade) and repair as necessary" and you say "Recommend qualified contractor make repairs ...". And I like the postfix "additional repairs that may be warranted, discovered, or created during the course of repairs".

I have found that most people want a compact list (summary) to review and don't care to pick through 16 pages of itemized systems information in a typical checklist or matrix type of report. Especially in a real estate transaction. It comes down to the bottom line. I'm not saying all the information isn't needed, just a people observation.

Not every inspection has to have a "major" item. And, my majors are MAJORS. Like roof-ready-to-fall-in structural defects, broken or detached handrail on 2nd floor landing/hallway. Subjective? Yes! No argument. But to me, pointing out what I would consider a major structural failure or safety issue is part of the job.

Perhaps a summary list itself is some sort of implied priority.

But Thanks - all intelligent comments made with thought and concern are always appreciated and tossed into the thought mill. So far in this group I've seen very little of anything that looks like jerks trolling for a flame war.