Home Inspection

Category - Analysis & Reporting

You are preparing to inspect the heating system when you notice the pilots are not lit. What is the appropriate response to this situation?
  1. Light the pilot and inspect the heating system for deficiencies.
  2. Suggest client have the heating system tested for asbestos.
  3. Indicate in your report that an inspection of the heating system was not possible.
  4. Conduct a visual inspection of the heating system.
Explanation
Answer: C - You are preparing to inspect the heating system when you notice the pilots are not lit. The appropriate response to this situation is to indicate in your report that an inspection of the heating system was not possible. Be sure to give the reason why you could not inspect the system. Recommend the heating system be lit and inspected before the client purchases the home. Home inspectors should never light pilots.
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