Common Defects - Heating and Water Heater

    Here are some common items found on a typical inspection

    A couple of pipes that are on the side of a wall.
    Flue not sealed
    Unsealed flue pipes on furnaces & water heaters.
     
    A metal object sitting in the middle of a room.
    Diverter askew
    Water heater diverters askew can allow carbon monoxide into dwelling.
    A pipe that is in the middle of a wall.
    Flue not in Metal Liner
    Heating system & water heater flue pipes not in metal liner can allow carbon monoxide into dwelling.
    A pipe that is sitting on the ground.
    Improper clearance to combustibles
    Improper clearance to combustibles in attic is a fire Hazard.
    A pipe that is connected to the wall.
    Improper flexible gas line
    Improper flexible gas lines can leak and cause fire or explosion. All flexible connectors must be stainless steel and be of approved type.
    The one in the photo is plastic-coated brass and is not legal.