Do I need to carry a tape measure?
Do I need to carry a tape measure?
I am guessing we need to take tape measures, rulers with us? Testing ponding inches, fence holes and so on?
Re: Do I need to carry a tape measure?
Most inspectors just eyeball this stuff, or else they carry something small and simple like a little 36 inch key ring size tape measure.
It doesn't take long to become accustomed to what sizes = 12 inches, 18 inches, 32 inches, and it takes only a little practice to learn how to pace off larger measurements.
However, your question brings up a very frequent question: "Is it true inspectors are not allowed to carry and us tools?"
That is completely false. Inspectors should carry and flashlight, maybe a small tape measure, and certainly a stick for reaching smoke detectors and emergency lights above 8 feet. It is fair game for an inspector to use an inspection mirror to look under objects without having to bend over or get on his/her knees. It's also fair game for the inspector to use his/her cell phone camera or computer camera to check items in awkward positions.
It doesn't take long to become accustomed to what sizes = 12 inches, 18 inches, 32 inches, and it takes only a little practice to learn how to pace off larger measurements.
However, your question brings up a very frequent question: "Is it true inspectors are not allowed to carry and us tools?"
That is completely false. Inspectors should carry and flashlight, maybe a small tape measure, and certainly a stick for reaching smoke detectors and emergency lights above 8 feet. It is fair game for an inspector to use an inspection mirror to look under objects without having to bend over or get on his/her knees. It's also fair game for the inspector to use his/her cell phone camera or computer camera to check items in awkward positions.