On Fri, 22 Sep 2006 18:30:57 -0700, "Eigenvector"
wrote:

I have an inspector coming over to sign off on the grounding job that I'm
having done. One question, when the inspector is present, is it his duty or
job to also spot other non-code or hazardous within the structure - outside
of what is being worked on?

My house undoubtedly contains numerous out of code conditions, all of which
are work in progress for me. So when he/she/it shows up can I expect him to
reserve his comments for the job at hand or will he walk about pointing out
things that need to be fixed elsewhere?


In my experience:

I've had electrical inspectors check my work, on sites that seemed
under constant DIY work by the home owner. The inspector passed my
work, and while chatting started looking around as he talked.

I learned something, like a cop being called to a scene for loud music
will act if he see other illegal activities, your inspector can also
do so. Since 99% of work I've seen that was 'WRONG' and 'UNSAFE' was
unpermitted and uninspected. So he/she is securing their job and your
safety.

Good luck,

tom @ www.FreelancingProjects.com