Home Inspection Report - Folsom, CA | Decks and Steps

7. Decks & Steps

Home Inspection Observations:

Steps from front door lead into planter. Suggest placing pots or other items to block path to planter.
Stair stringer is water damaged at deck.
Handrail not graspable at deck. By today's standards, rails should be configured that a hand may grasp around a rail for safety.
Signs of water damage at deck framing. Refer to structural/ pest report for detail. Suggest sealing framing to prevent further damage.
Handrail height is >38" at front steps. Handrail is missing end cap.
Rail spacing exceeds the 4 inch spacing at deck which is considered safe by today’s child safety standards.
Height of tallest riser compared to the shortest exceeds 3/8" at front stairs. This can be a trip hazard.

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