What To Expect From the Inspection  Though your flooring inspection may be different from that of your neighbor, you can generally expect the inspection (and subsequent report) to include the following: Pre-Inspection Summary: A brief summary of the flooring issue(s) and a timeline of events that led up to the inspector’s arrival. Physical Examination: The inspector’s notes upon initial examination of the issue. Testing: Detailed descriptions …

WOOD FLOORINGSAND AND FINISH GUIDELINES1 INTRODUCTION2 SAFETYPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Fire ExtinguishersSpontaneous CombustionElectrical SafetyEquipment SafetyLeadGHS Safety Data SheetsVolatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)10 SANDING EQUIPMENTEquipmentEquipment Maintenance15 ABRASIVESAbrasive ComponentsAbrasive StorageAbrasive SelectionTypical Grit SequenceImproper Grit Sequence18 SANDING PROCESSJobsite PreparationSanding Previously Finished FloorsSanding Strip & Plank FloorsSanding Parquet FloorsSanding End Grain FloorsSanding Cork FloorsSanding Bamboo FloorsSanding Metal InlaysStone InlaysSanding Distressed/Sculpted Floors26FILLINGTypes of FillerFiller ProcessWood Slivers28FINISHESBasic Chemistry …

NWFA Technical Publications and Guidelines• Manufacturer instructions and tech data• Graph paper• Camera• Flashlight• Lighted magnifying lens• Wood moisture meters > Pin meter with extra pins > Hammer-probe with insulated pins > Pinless meter• Thermo-hygrometer• Extra batteries• Concrete moisture tests > RH tests > CaCl tests > Meters• Infra-red thermometer• Rare earth magnets• Digital calipers• Straight-edge (6’-10’)• Laser level/string line• …