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Common Defects

List of common items found on a typical inspection

Grounding Jumper at Water Meter
​​Improper Connections
Missing Cover Plate
Missing Breaker at Panel
Missing Knockout
Toilet Ballcock – Improper Installation
Missing Cleanout Plug at Floor Drain
Bath Fill Below Tub Rim
Hand-held Shower Lacks Vacuum Breaker
Backflow Preventer Missing at Outside Faucet
Unsealed Flue
Diverter Askew
Flue Pipes not in Metal Liner
Improper Clearance to Combustibles – Flue
Flexible Gas Line Connector
Plastic Pipe
Openings in Pipe
Not Vented to Exterior​
Exposed Foam Insulation
Improper Smoke Detector Installation
Openings in Garage Fire Separation
Solid Fuel Burner with Commom Chimney
Incinerator Still Connected to Chimney or Gas​
Improper Support or Excessive Notching
Missing Joist Hanger Fasteners​
Bucket in Attic​
Signs of water penetration