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Foreclosure Inspection: Kitchen Electrical System Inspection
Inspection of kitchen electrical system
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection: -- Yes, provided -- No, not provided --> Serious safety issue, installation of GFCI required by a licensed electrician/contractor required.
Electrical outlets: -- Appear in serviceable condition, no reverse polarity observed -- Reverse polarity observed --> Correct -- Not functional --> Needs to be serviced by a licensed electrician
Kitchen smoke detectors: -- In functional condition -- Did not respond to test button --> Check battery if battery-operated, if not, contact a licensed electrician -- Not installed --> Major safety issue
Kitchen lights: -- In functional condition -- Not operational --> Replace bulb, if this does not work, contact a licensed electrician
Exhaust fan: -- In operational condition -- Missing --> Consider installation of one -- Vibrates, makes unusual noise --> May be due to faulty bearing --> Consider a new fan
Exhaust filter: -- Clean and in acceptable condition -- Dirty --> Needs cleaning or replacement -- Missing --> Needs installation of new one
Inspection of kitchen lights
Condition of kitchen lights: -- In functional condition □ Not operational at …….. □ Replace bulb, if it does not work contact a licensed electrician
Inspection of refrigerator
Freezer temperature at inspection: ..°F Refrigerator temperature: ..°F
Icemaker: -- Available, ice not accumulated in --> Check water connection, line clogging due to mineral deposits -- Not operational --> Needs repair -- Not available
More information on kitchen inspection
Electrical outlets in the kitchen should be three-pronged and have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) to prevent electric shocks.
Consider using child guard hooks on cabinets and drawers.
Periodically check for any possible leak underneath the sink.
Test functioning of smoke/fire/heat detectors frequently and replace their batteries, if battery-operated. (Detectors are inexpensive and available at many home supply and electrical supply stores).
