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Foreclosure Inspection >> Kitchen Inspection- Stove, oven, and ventilation

Foreclosure Inspection - Kitchen Stove, Oven, and Ventilation

Inspection of stove and oven (microwave)


Cook top: -- Appears in serviceable condition -- Damaged, cracked --> Repair or replace with energy-saving modern one.
Free standing oven/microwave: -- In serviceable condition -- Not tested -- Not operational -- Unsafe, worn and near end of useful lifespan --> Replacement recommended (repair may cost more than the cost of microwave, technology changing)

Burner operation: -- All burners function properly -- Upper, lower, left, right burner not functional --> Check if pilot light is on, lines not clogged -- Heavy corrosion, rusted, wear --> Repair or replace

Oven door: -- In serviceable condition -- Damaged, closes improperly --> If it cannot be fixed, consider replacement

 

Gas shut-off valve: -- Functions properly -- Not installed, visible --> Serious safety issue! Needed for emergency.

Fan/hood: -- In serviceable condition -- Not operational --> Consider installing one -- Not able to test, power/gas disconnected -- Rust and corrosion observed --> Replace (inexpensive) -- Does not exist --> Serious safety issue -- Filter is dirty --> Replace or clean/wash filter

Inspection of kitchen ventilation

Condition of kitchen ventilation: -- In functional condition -- Fan does not exist or not functional --> Consider a new one -- Fan makes unusual vibration and noise. May be due to worn out bearing --> replace.