Attic and Crawl Space Final Walk

Final residential closeout inspection for attic and crawl space conditions, verifying insulation, ventilation, access, housekeeping, and absence of construction debris or safety hazards.

Inspection Setup and Safe Access

• Attic or crawl space access is unobstructed and fully operable
  Access hatch, scuttle, door, or entry opening can be opened without force and is free of stored materials, fasteners, or debris.
• Safe entry conditions verified before entry
  Inspector confirms stable footing, adequate lighting, and no immediate fall, trip, or head-strike hazard at the entry point.
• PPE used for confined or dusty conditions
  Appropriate PPE is used as needed for the conditions encountered, such as gloves, eye protection, respirator, and knee protection.
• Access opening and surrounding framing are intact
  Access framing, hatch, ladder, or pull-down stairs show no visible damage, loose components, or missing hardware.

Attic Insulation and Thermal Envelope

• Insulation coverage is continuous across accessible attic areas
  Insulation is installed without major gaps, voids, or compressed areas that would reduce thermal performance.
• Insulation depth measured at representative locations
  Record measured insulation depth at multiple representative points to verify coverage consistency.
• Insulation is dry and free of visible contamination
  No visible signs of water staining, mold growth, rodent contamination, or other degradation are present on insulation materials.
• Air sealing at penetrations is complete
  Visible penetrations, gaps, and bypasses at plumbing, wiring, duct chases, and top plates are sealed where accessible.

Ventilation and Moisture Conditions

• Ventilation openings are unobstructed
  Soffit, ridge, gable, or foundation vents are not blocked by insulation, debris, stored materials, or construction waste.
• Visible signs of condensation, active leaks, or standing water
  Inspect for moisture intrusion, condensation on framing or sheathing, wet insulation, or standing water in crawl space areas.
• Ventilation and vapor control appear consistent with the space condition
  Ventilation and vapor retarder conditions appear appropriate for the observed attic or crawl space configuration and do not show obvious deficiencies.

Crawl Space Housekeeping and Structural Condition

• Construction debris has been removed
  No leftover lumber, packaging, fasteners, cutoffs, or trash remain in the attic or crawl space.
• No exposed sharp objects or protruding fasteners present
  Inspect for nails, screws, wire ends, or other protrusions that could cause injury or damage utilities.
• Framing, supports, and visible surfaces show no obvious damage
  Visible joists, trusses, beams, piers, and subfloor surfaces show no obvious cracking, sagging, rot, or displacement.
• No pest activity or contamination observed
  No visible evidence of rodents, insects, droppings, nesting, or related contamination is observed in the inspected areas.

Utilities, Penetrations, and Closeout Sign-Off

• Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC penetrations are left in safe condition
  Visible utility runs, junctions, and penetrations are not damaged, disconnected, or left with unsafe openings.
• Final inspection notes
  Document any remaining deficiencies, non-conformances, or follow-up items identified during the walk.
• Inspector sign-off
  Inspector confirms the final walk was completed and findings were recorded.