Originally Posted by
Bob Stark
I guess what I'm saying is if, when I have a peek inside a service panel during an inspection, and everything appears ok (no double-tapping, no melted wires, etc.) that I, as a visual inspector, and not necessarily trained in the fine art of properly wiring a house, would say that the panel is "fine".
Comments?
(Here it comes.......) !!!
With experience comes knowledge, with knowledge comes a greater understanding of the term "visual", i.e., the understanding that 'if you can see it and you know about what you are looking at' - that's "visual"
Now, for a further comment on "visual" .... do you use a circuit tester of any kind? A thermometer of any kind? A screw driver? A ... you get the picture ... how far do you want to take "visual"?
A truly "visual" inspection would be walking around with *no* tools other than a flashlight to light up what cannot be seen - *no* "test" equipment of any kind.
A home inspection, by today's standard, is far more than a "visual" inspection.
Agreed?
Regarding your other post - most of us are not electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, roofers, etc., however, most of us have stayed at a Holiday Inn on occasion.
