Is daylight visible from outside through a ceiling hole that is one inch in diameter acceptable?

• A. No
• B. Not sure
• C. Maybe
• D. Yes

Answer: (A)

Maintaining a sealed building envelope is the core idea here. A ceiling hole that shows daylight from the outside means the ceiling is not a continuous barrier against weather, pests, and energy loss. Even a small opening, like a one-inch diameter, creates a pathway for air leakage, moisture intrusion, and potentially pests, and it can compromise fire-rated separations if applicable. NSPIRE standards require penetrations in ceilings to be repaired and sealed so the barrier remains intact. So this condition is not acceptable because it indicates a breach in the building envelope that should be addressed with proper patching, sealing, and any necessary inspection for related damage. The remaining choices imply uncertainty or acceptance, which do not align with the need to maintain a continuous, protective barrier.