Appraisers must be qualified and certified in your state and in most states adhere to the appraisal foundation s uniform standards of professional appraisal practice.
Attic inspection and appraiser saftey.
Attic the appraiser will need to perform a head and shoulders inspection of the attic.
The appraiser must inspect the attic for evidence of possible roof problems.
If the inspection reveals the need for roof repairs and the.
An appraiser s observation is limited to readily observable conditions and is not as comprehensive an inspection as one performed by a licensed home inspector attic observation requirements.
The appraiser must observe the interiors of all attic spaces.
Please make sure there is access and a ladder available if need be for the inspection.
Railings the appraiser is going to require that hand rails be installed on stairwells even in the basement and entry points to the house.
External factors of the house.
An fha inspection is conducted by a licensed hud approved property appraiser.
What home appraisers look for.
If the appraiser cannot observe the entire attic a head and shoulders observation along with an explanation from the appraiser regarding why the entire attic could not be observed is sufficient.
The roof cannot have more than three layers of roofing.
In order to pass inspection the home must meet minimum safety security and soundness standards.
Depending on your property s condition and size the appraisal process can be a quick 15 minute visit or a two to three hour examination.