Furnace install, what were they thinking?

During a recent home inspection, I ran across this furnace that was installed in the attic.

The home was built in 2008 and was really built well.

Too bad the plumber and the mechanical contractors were not thinking along those lines.

Furnace hooked into electrical supply.

Here is the furnace hooked up to a ceiling light. No box, no separate breaker for the furnace and not even a wire nut for a little bit of security for the connection. They simply tapped into the power supply for the overhead light.

Plenum uninsulated at furnace. 

Then I checked out the plenum to the furnace. It was not insulated at all.

Why use insulated duct work if you choose not to insulate the start of the trunk system? Makes no sense again.

This home has and will have issues. I listed the issues on the report, but what the buyer wants to do about them is up to him.

All I can do is advise on what I find. List it in the report and hope the buyer makes an informed decision.

Have a great day everyone.

 

Clint  McKie

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JUN
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Hi Tammie,

Even new homes need to be inspected for safety. It's not wise to buy a home no matter the age, without a home inspection.

Thank you for the comment.

Best, Clint Mckie
7:59pm • #48
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Clint -- That is just unbelievable...but I am sure you see your share of DIY nightmares like this.
8:01pm • #49
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Hi Chris,

Yes, I like the saying that we think alike.

"a chain is only as strong as its weakest link" theory...

We would get along just fine.

Have a good day in Simcoe.

Best, Clint mcKie
8:04pm • #50
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Hi Steven,

I guess the answer is YES, I did turn off the breaker to the light (it was 15 amps) and the furnace went off the blower anyway.

So yes it's connected to a 15 amp breaker.

Have a great night and thank you for the comment.

Best, clint mcKie
8:09pm • #51
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Hello my man Al,

School, it is to laugh. I don't think they went in the first place.

I really don't think they would want to go back when they have not been there in the first place.

Have a good night in Ormond by the Sea.

Best, Clint McKie
8:14pm • #52
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Hi William,

I don't know why the entire system was never inspected at the get go.

Some inspectors seem to not want to go into attic's to look at anything.

Have a good evening in San Diego.

Best, Clint McKie
8:16pm • #53
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Hey Adrian,

I bet they get it fixed before they close the home. The buyers were none too happy.

Have a good night in the great state of Washington.

Best, Clint Mckie
8:19pm • #54
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Hello Ginny,

It will not kill the deal. The buyers want the work redone and inspected by the electrical inspector with the state.

All I can think of is "here we go again". LOL

Have a good evening in Rhode Island.

Best, Clint McKie
8:29pm • #55
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Hi Erica,

I try to put a post where you can understand what I'm saying.

WOW I noticed you have 900,000 plus points. Good for you. Congrats on that many points.

Have a good night in Pottsville.

Best, Clint McKie
8:33pm • #56
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Thank you John,

I needed a good post and a bunch of comments to keep me sane. LOL

I have been having trouble with the internet provider.

This system keeps shutting down. I'm not a happy camper.

See you in your next post.

Best, Clint McKie
8:37pm • #57
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Hi Joy,

The builder "I was told" is no longer building homes in the area.

I wonder why?

Have a good night Joy, Take care.

Best, Clint McKie
8:40pm • #58
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Hi Donald,

It is to laugh. I would have used a red tape to help it stand out a little.

Thanks for the comment, keep your posts coming my friend.

Best, Clint McKie
8:44pm • #59
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Hello Barbara,

Yes I do. More than My share. if I did'nt see all this stuff I would'nt have anything to post about. LOL

Have a good evening in Fairfield County.

Best, Clint McKie
8:49pm • #60
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Oh vey, this looks like a big mess and a large safety hazard.  Clearly, they weren't thinking.  congrats on the feature, my friend.
2:04am • #61
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Good morning Clint congratulations to the feature.  I wonder when a new one is installed does a inspector check it out? 
2:27am • #62
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Thank you Debbie,

It's been a while since I have had a "FEATURED POST". It's kinda nice to be able to get such a diverse set of comments.

Have a great day in the New York Area.

Best, Clint McKie
4:48am • #63
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Hello James,

Too many new furnaces are never inspected due to the installer never getting the proper permits for the new install.

They want to save a few bucks and it could end up costing some lives.

The state needs to crack down on these installers who don't follow the rules for furnace and water heater installs.

Have a good day in Rogers, Arkansas my friend.

Best, Clint McKie
4:56am • #64
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Thanks for sharing your home inspection experience.  We always recommend a professional home inspection.

Have a great day and a very special weekend.  Keep cool!
7:52am • #65
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Thank you Roy,

How can I stay cool working most of the day outside?

It's been really hot here with temps getting over 105 degrees for over two weeks.

Simply put ...It's really hot here right now.

Have a great day at the Kentlands.

Best, Clint McKie
8:41am • #66
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Hi Clint.

Looking at the electrical tape make me think that maybe the home owner did it himself...
12:01pm • #67

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