InterNACHI Deck Inspector case studies
InterNACHI Deck Inspector · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The InterNACHI Deck Inspector credential is one of the specialty certification exams offered within the InterNACHI® (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors) training and certification ecosystem. This page is an independent study resource for candidates preparing for that deck-focused exam; it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by InterNACHI®. The InterNACHI Deck Inspector case studies are 5 cases and about 2,236 words.
1Ledger Fastened Through Vinyl Siding With Soft Rim Joist
A two-story colonial has a 12-foot by 16-foot pressure-treated deck attached to the house at the second-floor level. The ledger is a 2x10 fastened through vinyl siding, so a visible gap of about 1/4 inch remains between the ledger and the sheathing.
488 words, about 2 min2Loose Guardrail Post and Child-Safety Rail Geometry
An inspector is evaluating a raised deck on a 1970s split-level. The deck surface is about 8 feet above grade.
444 words, about 2 min3Hot Tub Load on a Second-Story Deck With Concealed Connections
A buyer under contract asks the inspector to confirm that a second-story deck can support a six-person hot tub. The deck is 12 by 14 feet, about 10 feet above grade, with 2x10 joists at 16 inches on center spanning to a beam, 6x6 posts, and diagonal bracing.
441 words, about 2 min4Deck Stair With Soil-Bearing Stringers and Inconsistent Risers
An inspector is checking a deck stair that serves a 7-foot-high deck. The stair has nine risers, pressure-treated 2x10 stringers, and a 5-foot clear width.
439 words, about 2 min5Agent Pressure to Omit a Guardrail Defect and Concealed Underside
An inspector is performing a pre-listing inspection for a seller. The seller's real estate agent walks the deck with the inspector and points out a guardrail that is loose at one post.
424 words, about 2 min