Attic Limitation and Information Statements

Covered by insulation, no entry/inspection: The attic access is covered by insulation, preventing entry. Therefore, the inspection is limited.

Areas inaccessible/not visible due to height, design, materials: Some attic areas are inaccessible and/or not visible due to height, design and materials. Therefore, the inspection is limited.

Finished areas, no view behind walls, above ceilings, or other obstructions: All or part of the attic is finished, which limits the inspection. The inspector does not inspect behind walls, above ceilings, or other obstructions which obstruct the inspector’s view.

Blocked entrance, no entry/inspection of roof structure: The attic entrance is blocked, which prevents entry and inspection of the attic.

Locked entrance, no entry/inspection of roof structure: The attic entrance is locked, which prevents entry and inspection of the attic.

Access too small, no entry/inspection: The entrance is too small for access, which prevents entry and inspection.

Inaccessible, no entry/inspection: The attic is inaccessible, which prevents an inspection.

Attic maintained by local association, not inspected: The attic appears to be maintained by local association and, therefore, is not inspected.

Access sealed, no entry/inspection: The hatch to the attic is sealed. Access to the interior is not possible. Permission has not been given to take actions necessary to complete the inspection, e.g., cutting the sealant. Evaluate the attic when access is possible.