CD1: Red Flags Property Inspection Guide
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Introduction to Red Flags

• Understand the meaning of the term Red Flag
• Learn why Red Flags are present in a home
• Be aware of the most common conditions that cause Red Flags
• Know who to contact for advice in various Red Flag situations

Soil and Foundation Red Flags

• Understand the importance of knowing your area's soil composition and basic geological characteristics
• Identify various different types of soil
• Explain the causes and effects of sinkholes, landslides, creep, and slippage

Exterior and Structural Red Flags

• Understand the significance of cracks in structures, driveways, sidewalks, patios, and basement floors
• Learn the importance of proper drainage, building ventilation, hillside instability, and fills as well as the Red Flags associated with the problems created by the improper conditions related to these situations
• Be aware of the problems arising from roof, window, and flashing leakage and the Red Flags present
• Understand where the areas in and around a structure are that can contain possible defects and the Red Flags associated with these types of defects

Red Flags in the House

• Be aware of and learn to pay special attention to the several areas inside the home that can contain Red Flags
• Learn the procedures for detecting Red Flags in areas of the home such as floors, doors and windows, fireplaces, stairways, and glass panes
• Learn possible locations for concealed Red Flags and be aware of the reasons for concealment
• Understand what the major mechanical systems in a home are and learn where to look for Red Flags in each of the systems

Environmental Red Flags

• Have a general understanding of the health hazards posed by the most common environmental Red Flags
• Understand the structure of government regulation of the environment and the names of various federal agencies that can provide additional information and guidance in detecting and dealing with environmental Red Flags
• Understand where hazardous materials may be located in a residential property
• Learn the Red Flag indicators identifying environmentally hazardous materials

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