The main cast sewer stack was 8 1/2" in front of the furnace. The water heater was 11" in front of the furnace. Not that home inspectors are supposed to know code, but code requires a minimum 30" clearance in front of the furnace. Why? So the HVAC Technicians have enough room to be able to wo
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09/07/2015
This was a recent home inspection on a modular home in South Bend, Nebraska. The Seller hired a handyman to install a new water heater. He screwed up on 3 items that ended up being 2 explosion hazards and 1 carbon monoxide hazard. Can you see what's missing? The answer is below the picture:Th
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09/04/2015
Ever enter a house and wonder how in the world it hasn't burnt down yet? The main electric panel was located in the basement bathroom just to the side of the toilet. The kitchen sink was located directly above the panel. The sink leaked badly and had been for what appeared to be years. The bas
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09/01/2015
